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Red Coat
I’m thrilled to share a delightful moment from my recent escapade in the enchanting city of Rome. I was strolling through the bustling streets, soaking in the rich history and vibrant culture, when something truly magical happened. As I crossed the road, my gaze was drawn to a captivating sight – a woman gracefully adorned…
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From Salmon to Self: Adventures in Post-New Year’s Cleanup. gyotaku 魚拓
As the clock struck midnight and we bid adieu to 2023, our cozy celebration left behind a not-so-cozy kitchen aftermath. Piled high with the remnants of a delightful Italian feast, I faced the daunting task of conquering the post-dinner chaos the next morning. Our celebratory menu read like a culinary love letter to Italy –…
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Farewell Finigator.. A Fishy Tale of Ink and Paper. 魚拓
Today, our beloved Finigator swam his last lap around the fishbowl of life. He was old, wise, and had outlived his fishy companion, proving that in the aquatic world, he was truly a champion of longevity. As I stared into his tiny, glistening eyes this morning, I couldn’t help but think, “You were the very…
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Topographic Tales: Finding Inspiration in the Footsteps of Shore, Bechers, and Herzog.
In the vast landscape of photography, where every click captures a unique perspective, finding inspiration can be like discovering hidden treasures. Today, let’s embark on a lighthearted journey exploring the enchanting world of topographic style, borrowing a leaf from the books of the great visionaries – Stephen Shore, the Bechers, and Herzog. The Shore Effect:…
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A Decade of Dark Humor: Rainy Days and Backlit Windows.
As I sift through the visual memoir of the last 10 years, I can’t help but notice a recurring motif that’s more consistent than my taste in questionable fashion choices – the ominous allure of cold, rainy days and the cinematic charm of backlit windows. Sure, most people reminisce about sunshine and beach vacations, but…
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This from @cameragocamera Photo Post: ILFORDxBPL photowalk with HiveArts
In the middle of August this year, I helped organise a photo walk around Blackpool. It started at the HiveArts gallery with a short presentation … Photo Post: ILFORDxBPL photowalk with HiveArts
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Una serata a Nemi.
On a recent trip to Italy and after busy day in the centre of Rome we decided to drive down to Nemi, about 30km from Rome but because of chaotic traffic the drive took more than an hour. It was certainly worth it though, the town is magnificent and overlooks a volcanic lake where our…
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Masai Mara 1978/9
Many moons ago when I was much younger and much, much slimmer I travelled around the world with a dance company, Ive recently found some images from here, there and everywhere. I managed to scan these today from when we were in Nairobi on 2 different contracts and what a fabulous, interesting country it was.
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British Summers
The endless days of school summer holidays in Blackpool are usually 4 weeks of rain and 2 weeks of a chilly damp breeze. Parents complain of money spent and achy bones but the kids always find something to smile about.
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Dirty Laundry
Warm damp air with the steady hum only broken when a stray button or coin hits the drum.