Tag Archives: city life

Global Advertising in Piccadilly Square

I visited London briefly during the summer with some friends and Piccadilly Square was one of our destinations. There were so many people from all walks of life gathered there it was a rich representation of life in the city.

Tonight at Blarney Photography Club I gave a talk there about the trip with my fellow traveller, Annette. Over the course of an hour we dove through 156 images between us. A grand snapshot of the city.


Apertureƒ/8
CameraILCE-7RM5
Focal length82mm
ISO400
Shutter speed1/400s

When Art Meets Daily Life on Sullivan’s Quay

I love the murals around Cork City, and the mural on Sullivan’s Quay is particularly eye-catching. Ordinary life continues on, but at least we’re treated to the gorgeous colours whenever we pass by.


Apertureƒ/9
CameraILCE-7RM5
Focal length77mm
ISO1600
Shutter speed1/500s

Istanbul Conversations

Two friends chatting on a street in Istanbul.


Apertureƒ/2.8
CameraILCE-7RM5
Focal length24mm
ISO320
Shutter speed1/500s

The Duck Who Loved Cash

Twenty years ago today, I was walking up State Street in Chicago when I spotted a duck robbing an unsuspecting woman on the street. I was horrified and, of course, immediately took a photo of such a strange incident.

Turns out, it was some sort of advertising photoshoot for Western Union, but the original photo went viral, even appearing in newspapers.


Apertureƒ/6.3
CameraCanon EOS 20D
Focal length55mm
ISO100
Shutter speed1/100s

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