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  • Gougane Barra Reflections

    The chapel on the island at Gougane Barra is reflected in the waters of the lake there. Bushes and trees surround it and a mountain takes up the background

    The small chapel in Gougane Barra early one morning when the water of the lake there is almost motionless.


    Apertureƒ/8
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length45mm
    ISO100
    Shutter speed13s

  • A breakwater on a calm evening

    The breakwater protecting boats in Ballycotton harbour lies in shadow as the setting sun shines down behind it.

    The breakwater in Ballycotton Harbour on a calm evening recently when Blarney Photography Club visited to photograph the area.

    The setting sun casts a shadow on the inside of the obstruction, but the sea is almost motionless, with barely a breeze to disturb it.


    Apertureƒ/9
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length57mm
    ISO100
    Shutter speed1/800s

  • A forest in the ruins

    Trees grow up amid the ruins of a building. Only the walls and some foundations are left but slender trunks snake skyward to a green canopy.

    Amid the solemn remnants of a once-sturdy edifice, nature reclaims its dominion as elegant trees emerge from the heart of the ruins. Time has crumbled the walls and worn away the foundations, leaving behind a hauntingly beautiful tableau. The delicate yet resilient trunks of these trees writhe upwards like sinuous dancers, their journey culminating in a verdant embrace that forms a living canopy above.

    This evocative scene unfolds within the historic locale of the Gunpowder Mills in Ballincollig. Here, the convergence of human ingenuity and nature’s inexorable advance creates a poignant contrast, as the tenacious growth of the trees emerges amidst the tangible echoes of a forgotten past. The rustle of leaves in the breeze and the interplay of sunlight and shadow across the time-worn stones stir the senses, transporting the observer to a realm where time’s tapestry weaves together the threads of creation and decay.


    Apertureƒ/8
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length16mm
    ISO400
    Shutter speed6s

  • Across the Nano Nagle Bridge

    A footbridge called Nano Nagle Bridge crosses the River Lee. The river runs underneath in this photo. Trees are visible on the right. Buildings all around.

    This footbridge was built in the 80s and is an indispensable connection between Grand Parade and Sullivan’s Quay in Cork.

    Seeing the trees in this photo reminded me that there aren’t many trees in the City Centre any more. 🙁


    Apertureƒ/8
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length75mm
    ISO1600
    Shutter speed1/500s

  • The Cathedral on the River

    Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral pictured from South Gate Bridge with a few pink flowers/weeds blurred in the foreground

    Saint Fin Barre’s Cathedral in Cork sits just above the River Lee, towering over nearby buildings.

    I took this photo from South Gate Bridge on a lovely evening recently.


    Apertureƒ/8
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length75mm
    ISO500
    Shutter speed1/500s

  • Cork Pride Party at the Port 2023

    A large crowd gathered to enjoy the after-parade party at Cork Pride 2023. A stage can be seen in the background.

    A few photos from the 2023 Cork Pride “party at the port” on Kennedy Quay. There was a huge crowd there, with people coming and going all the time. A band played the hits, followed by a few words from the Lord Mayor of Cork, and then the drag queens came out to entertain the ecstatic crowd!

    The atmosphere there was electric, with plenty of happy faces as people enjoyed the music and the good weather.


    Apertureƒ/8
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length24mm
    ISO250
    Shutter speed1/500s

  • The cat at the window

    A cat on a window sill looks up at me.

    I was wandering around town when I spotted a cat jump up on a window sill, sit down and then stare at me. Probably wondering if I had treats for them. 🙂


    Apertureƒ/8
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length75mm
    ISO2000
    Shutter speed1/500s

  • The Ruins of Kilcrea Friary

    A ruined building in a field of wheat at sunset. The cloud is lit up by the setting sun.

    Kilcrea Friary in Co Cork as the sun set behind it. Despite the unusually wet summer, this particular evening was dry and warm and just about perfect for a sunset.


    Apertureƒ/8
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length16mm
    ISO100
    Shutter speed1/250s

  • The cars of Inch Beach

    Just some of the vehicles parked on Inch Beach the other day. Adventurous folk!


    Apertureƒ/8
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length24mm
    ISO100
    Shutter speed1/500s

  • Narrator: vehicles weren’t removed

    An electronic sign at a beach says, "HIGH TIDE 5:15pm Tues1Aug"
    An electronic sign at a beach saying, "Remove Vehicles in GOOD TIME"

    It’s good to see a warning for motorists who park on Inch Beach in Co. Kerry. High tide was at 5:15pm yesterday, and motorists were urged to remove their vehicles “in GOOD TIME”.

    We parked in the car park and left at 5:42pm, but there were still a few hardy souls on the beach with their cars. Including one German registered Land Rover Defender that was parked right next to the “No cars beyond this point”. I guess they wanted to use their spotless, clean vehicle in “extreme terrain” like a “sandy beach” just once before going back to the urban jungle.

    Luckily, high tide isn’t high enough to submerge vehicles.


    Apertureƒ/4.9
    CameraGalaxy S23 Ultra
    Focal length27.2mm
    ISO50
    Shutter speed1/100s

  • Looking for a room

    A mural on the side of a building shows a person with an Amazon box over their head. An eye looks sideways out of the box, looking at the window on the left of the photo.

    A mural on the side of a building on North Main Street is called “What is home” and features a person wearing an Amazon box, as that’s the only accommodation they can find.

    In this photo the figure is looking sideways to the visible window on the front of the building, as if asking, “why can’t I find somewhere to live?”


    Apertureƒ/8
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length75mm
    ISO2000
    Shutter speed1/500s

  • Shandon Bells from Cornmarket Street

    Trees, buildings and street lighting while in the background is the steeple of St. Anne's Church or Shandon Bells.

    Look up from Cornmarket Street and you’ll see the steeple of St. Anne’s Church, or Shandon Bells!


    Apertureƒ/1.8
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length75mm
    ISO100
    Shutter speed1/500s

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