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The Istanbul Skyline

This is part of the Asian side of Istanbul in Turkey. My first time in Asia too, even if I only ventured a few kilometres in!

Our guide said they’re trying to encourage more people to live on this side of the city, but from what I could see, it stretched on almost to distant hills and I wondered how big a city could be.

Cats? I’ve loads of cat photos. I think they’ll need their own “Cats of Istanbul” tag on here!

Aperture	ƒ/8
Camera	ILCE-7RM5
Focal length	122mm
ISO	100
Shutter speed	1/500s

Scooter Delivery Through Historic Streets

We were walking up a narrow street near the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul when I heard a bell of a scooter ring out. The crowds parted and a young man on a scooter with a foot on heavy looking bags zipped past at speed!

I can’t imagine that was a smooth ride on those cobbles…

Aperture	ƒ/4
Camera	ILCE-7RM5
Focal length	16mm
ISO	1600
Shutter speed	1/500s

Under a Turkish Sky

We visited the Çamlıca Tepesi yl (Çamlıca Hill) in Istanbul last week. It’s a hill on the eastern side of the city. There is a huge Turkish flag flying from a massively tall flagpole, and you can see out over the Asian side of the city from the nearby park. The city just seems to go on and on.

Thanks, Peter, for showing me the yellow lines on the ground make for good leading lines. I’d originally shot this much closer to the taxi.

See where I took this photo on Google Maps here.

Aperture	ƒ/2.2
Camera	Galaxy S23 Ultra
Focal length	2.2mm
ISO	50
Shutter speed	1/2900s

A Splash of Colour

This is the sort of contrasts you’ll see in Cork City during the Jazz weekend. Loads of people dressed to go out for the night, surrounded by shoppers and families dressed for a late October day.

The music on the street was great!

Aperture	ƒ/2.8
Camera	ILCE-7RM5
Focal length	24mm
ISO	160
Shutter speed	1/500s

Missing Buildings in Blackpool

The image shows a busy parking lot filled with numerous cars parked in organized rows. The cars vary in color and type, with some red, silver, and dark-colored vehicles visible. In the background, there is a construction site with machinery and equipment, as well as some residential buildings. The parking spaces are marked with white lines, and there are a few people walking near the vehicles. The scene appears to be taken from an elevated position, providing a wide view of the area.

A photo of the car park in Blackpool Shopping Centre before the rest of the buildings surrounding the area were built.

Aperture	ƒ/2
Camera	CYBERSHOT
Focal length	9.7mm
ISO	100
Shutter speed	1/100s

Arco de la Victoria and lightstreaks

A large triumphal arch illuminated at night. The structure features classical architectural elements, with a prominent archway and decorative sculptures on top, including a chariot with horses. The lighting highlights the details of the arch, and there are light trails from passing vehicles on the road in front of it. Trees are visible on the sides, framing the monument.

Many, many years ago, I photographed the Arco de la Victoria (Victory Arch) in Madrid. I was quite happy to have the lights of passing traffic in the photo too!

Aperture	ƒ/8
Camera	CYBERSHOT
Focal length	18.5mm
ISO	100
Shutter speed	4s

Waiting to run

A large crowd of people, with some participants wearing orange shirts. In the foreground, a person with long blonde hair and a white headband stands out. The setting appears to be an outdoor event or parade, with buildings and trees visible in the background. The atmosphere seems lively and festive.

Runners prepare to take part in the Ladies mini-marathon in Cork, 2004.

Aperture	ƒ/4
Camera	CYBERSHOT
Focal length	40.8mm
ISO	100
Shutter speed	1/250s

Floating Beauty

A jellyfish in a vibrant blue aquatic environment. The jellyfish has a translucent, umbrella-shaped bell with a greenish-yellow rim. Its tentacles and oral arms appear to be soft and frilly, with shades of white and pink. The background is a deep blue, enhancing the jellyfish's colors and details.

A translucent jellyfish swims through a tank at the Oceanogràfic de València in Spain.

Aperture	ƒ/2.8
Camera	ILCE-7M3
Focal length	24mm
ISO	1000
Shutter speed	1/60s

A mirror of a mural

A black and white photograph depicting Bishop Lucey Park. A large mural on the side of a building features a man in a suit, appearing to be painting or working on something. In front of the mural, a person is elevated on a platform, possibly working on the mural itself. The scene includes an arched stone gate with ornate ironwork. Two people are visible: one leaning against a railing and another standing nearby. The setting appears urban, with steps leading up to the area where the people are located.

What caught my eye when I saw this in front of me in Bishop Lucey Park, was the man leaning against the railing seemed to mirror the pose of the figure in the large mural on the wall.

The park itself is closed off now. This is a picture of a bygone era. Can’t wait to see the new layout of the park!

Aperture	ƒ/4
Camera	ILCE-7M3
Focal length	26mm
ISO	320
Shutter speed	1/500s

A baboon resting on ropes

A monkey sits on ropes. It appears to be grooming or inspecting its hands and feet. The monkey is in a relaxed position, with its legs bent and arms wrapped around its knees. The background is a natural setting with logs and blurred foliage, suggesting a zoo or wildlife environment. The lighting highlights the monkey's fur and facial features.

A young baboon pauses for a moment in grooming. I saw him at Bioparc Valencia in Spain last year.

Aperture	ƒ/6.3
Camera	ILCE-7M3
Focal length	240mm
ISO	1600
Shutter speed	1/500s

A street interview

An interview on Mariacka in Katowice, Poland, one evening in July.

Aperture	ƒ/4
Camera	ILCE-7RM5
Focal length	24mm
ISO	250
Shutter speed	1/500s

A Silhouette of a Sunset

The sun had just set beyond Dunmore Head, next to Coumeenoole Beach. I had arrived late, but in time to make a silhouette of the hill and catch clouds just peeping over the hill.

Aperture	ƒ/10
Camera	ILCE-7M3
Focal length	240mm
ISO	100
Shutter speed	1/250s