A evening stroll around Maryport Harbour
Maryport is a historic coastal town and former coal port in Cumbria, this small harbour boasts 2000 years of history, located on the Solway Firth where the River Ellen meets the sea, it offers scenic views of the Scottish coast. The town is famous for its Roman heritage, Georgian architecture, and working harbour, when the … Continue reading “A evening stroll around Maryport Harbour”
Bird and Wildlife Photography
As a Lake District photographer, and a Cumbria Landscape photographer, I also participate in a little bird and wildlife photography, not as a speciality, but more of a hobbyist, a bit of fun and enjoyment. Cumbria Woodland Photography Hide My first experience of Bird Photography was at the Cumbria Woodland Photography Hide, which I have … Continue reading “Bird and Wildlife Photography”
My Photography Exploits for the month of May
The month of May was split into two defined timescales, the first two weeks produced only one photography activity, whilst the last two weeks of the month produced a flurry of activity. Garden Photo Shoot The month began with a ad hoc photo session with Cody, a short and fun session in the garden with … Continue reading “My Photography Exploits for the month of May”
April’s (photography) Adventures
April photography got off to a slow start, my first jaunt out was to Buttermere on a cold but clear spring morning for some Lake District sunrise photography. It was a bit of a punt as the weather gods were not lining up for anything special, still you need to be in it to win … Continue reading “April’s (photography) Adventures”
Light: How it impacts on everyone’s photography
As a Lake District Photographer, light is the essential, creative element in photography, acting as both the source of illumination and the primary tool for creating mood, depth, and texture. Controlling light through natural or artificial sources determines the subject’s prominence, contrast, and overall atmosphere. Understanding Light To fully appreciate the importance of light in … Continue reading “Light: How it impacts on everyone’s photography”
Isle of Harris and Lewis Photography Trip; Days 5 to 8
Day 5 of the Photography Workshop. Geodh Mhartainn Today’s adventures began with a little lie-in, breakfast was at 7 am, then a visit to another local beach to our cottages. Geodh Mhartainn is a coastal cove or inlet located on the west coast of the Isle of Harris in the Outer Hebrides, which is known for … Continue reading “Isle of Harris and Lewis Photography Trip; Days 5 to 8”
Isle of Harris and Lewis Photography Trip; Days 1 to 4
My Outward Journey I booked this trip 10 months ago, when it seemed like an eternity before it would come around. Suddenly, it was here and I was packing for the week’s photography workshop trip on the Isle of Harris and Lewis. The workshop was due begin on the afternoon of the 7th March 2026, … Continue reading “Isle of Harris and Lewis Photography Trip; Days 1 to 4”
A Marvellous March (For my photography)
March has been a marvellous month for me, during this time I have been reasonably busy with my photography. Wasdale I started the month with a visit to Wasdale, which produced some reasonable photographs which I shared on social media, including a couple of drone shots. Isle of Harris and Lewis Shortly after this I … Continue reading “A Marvellous March (For my photography)”