Tag: Ireland

Photos of Ireland are often characterized by the country’s stunning landscapes, rich history, and unique culture. From the rugged coastline and majestic cliffs to the rolling hills and verdant valleys, Ireland’s natural beauty is a favourite subject of photographers around the world. Many photos capture iconic landmarks such as the Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry, and the Giant’s Causeway, which draw visitors from around the globe. Others showcase the charm and character of Ireland’s towns and cities, with colourful buildings, winding streets, and bustling pubs. And of course, no photo collection of Ireland would be complete without images of the country’s famous castles, monasteries, and ancient ruins, which provide a glimpse into Ireland’s rich history and heritage. Whether you’re looking for dramatic landscapes, vibrant cityscapes, or historic sites, photos of Ireland offer a glimpse into the heart and soul of this beautiful country.

A long exposure photo of a street with a passing bus that says, "Culture Night" on the front captured in maddening, disorganising streaks of colour.

High clouds are lit by the sun after it has set. They're a vivid red thanks to the sun shining through the atmosphere. Street lights and the tops of houses are visible too.

The Colours of Culture Night

A long exposure photo of a street with a passing bus that says, “Culture Night” on the front captured in maddening, disorganising streaks of colour.

Red Clouds at Sunset

Clouds in the sky are lit up by the sun after it has set. They’re a vivid red thanks to the light travelling through the thick atmosphere just beyond the horizon.

A Masked Break

At the height (one of them, anyway) of the COVID19 pandemic in July 2020, someone takes a break on the street. He still wears his mask, despite being outside and nowhere near anyone. Numbers of COVID19 infections are rising again, unfortunately. Schools are back after the summer. It’s so depressing.

Boolaboom at the GPO

Boolaboom, a “super-sized brass and percussion big-band” played on Oliver Plunkett Street, in front of the GPO and they were great!

The Service at An Brog

We saw The Service play in An Bróg last night and they were as good as they’ve always been. Best moment was, ‘For anyone under, uh, 50, THIS IS SKA!’ I’ll admit I didn’t know Madness were a ska band. My wife introduced me to the wider world of that genre of music!

In a shop window

Two members of staff set up a window display in a shop in Cork.

Traffic and housing

The centre of Cork City will become a traffic free zone this Saturday for a few hours. The area visible in the photo above will still have cars in it, but it’ll be interesting to see what effect this will have on the day. Visible in the background, of course, is “What is home?” by…

Justice

The word JUSTICE painted on the side of the hoarding surrounding the derelict site on Sullivan’s Quay in Cork seems appropriate. So many homeless in the city, and this huge area is still a heap of rubble in the middle of the city. Not that whatever gets built there will help the homeless. It was…

Fire Assembly Point A

The old mixed with the new. Behind the old Customs House in Cork City.

A Street Performance for the kids

At the end of August, North Main Street closed to traffic as a carnival was held there. A huge crowd of adults and children descended on the street and the place was buzzing. 🙂 I wonder if this could be the same man I photographed on a unicycle in 2006?

A Path Through The Dunes

Grass is blown, and clouds are whisked through the air by winds that blow on to the beach at Long Strand, Co Cork.

A Panoramic Sunrise

The good weather is well and truly gone now, so here’s a sunrise from a few days ago to remind you what the sky above the grey clouds and rain looks like. 🙂