ICY LAKE, YELLOWSTONE
I prefer landscape to other types of photography, mainly because it doesn't move!
We had just driven over a hill and this frozen lake cam into view. The snow capped mountains and the colour of the lake just demanded a picture. (Canon SX30)
I prefer landscape to other types of photography, mainly because it doesn't move!
We had just driven over a hill and this frozen lake cam into view. The snow capped mountains and the colour of the lake just demanded a picture. (Canon SX30)
NATURAL ARCHES
Photographed at Arches National Park, USA on a tour of Western USA National Parks. Not the main arch but just as impressive. (Canon SX30)
Photographed at Arches National Park, USA on a tour of Western USA National Parks. Not the main arch but just as impressive. (Canon SX30)
MONUMENT VALLEY, USA.
We toured around the valley and finally went up to the hotel. I liked the contrast between the manmade and the natural in this shot and also the unusual viewpoint. (Canon SX30)
We toured around the valley and finally went up to the hotel. I liked the contrast between the manmade and the natural in this shot and also the unusual viewpoint. (Canon SX30)
ANTELOPE CANYON, USA
Antelope canyon is a slot canyon owned by the local Native Americans. It is carved out through the action of water and wind and is only a few metres wide in most places. Well worth a visit for the patterns and colours of the rock. (Canon SX30)
Antelope canyon is a slot canyon owned by the local Native Americans. It is carved out through the action of water and wind and is only a few metres wide in most places. Well worth a visit for the patterns and colours of the rock. (Canon SX30)
BOATS AT OBAN, SCOTLAND
A photograph taken at Oban, Scotland. The light is a bit harsh but the sheer stillness of the water produces the desired effect of reflections. The calm water and distant mountains provide an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. (Nikon D80)
A photograph taken at Oban, Scotland. The light is a bit harsh but the sheer stillness of the water produces the desired effect of reflections. The calm water and distant mountains provide an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. (Nikon D80)
EVENING FLAGS, PLYMOUTH HOE
An evening stroll along Plymouth Hoe resulted in this simple shot of flags. (Nikon D80)
An evening stroll along Plymouth Hoe resulted in this simple shot of flags. (Nikon D80)
SMEATON'S TOWER LIGHTHOUSE, PLYMOUTH HOE
On the same evening stroll I also took this shot of the lighthouse. I positioned the lighthouse between the camera and the sun to get this result. (Nikon D80)
On the same evening stroll I also took this shot of the lighthouse. I positioned the lighthouse between the camera and the sun to get this result. (Nikon D80)
SEASCAPE, CARMEL, CALIFORNIA
Another souvenir shot helped by a dead tree and a wooden fence and the famous fog rolling in. (Samsung L1000)
Another souvenir shot helped by a dead tree and a wooden fence and the famous fog rolling in. (Samsung L1000)
BEECH TREES, THE GARDEN HOUSE, PLYMOUTH
Beautiful colours and textures on these beech trees. (Nikon D90)
Beautiful colours and textures on these beech trees. (Nikon D90)
OLD BRIDGE, DEVON
This old bridge in on the main road between Plymouth and Kingsbridge often passed over but overlooked. (Nikon D80)
This old bridge in on the main road between Plymouth and Kingsbridge often passed over but overlooked. (Nikon D80)
MESA ARCH, CANYONLANDS, USA
This arch is quite near the road but the drop on the other side of the arch is terrifying. This is a panorama composite from two individual photos. (Fujifilm 9600)
This arch is quite near the road but the drop on the other side of the arch is terrifying. This is a panorama composite from two individual photos. (Fujifilm 9600)
LONE ACACIA, MASAI MARA, KENYA
This picture is very evocative of the great grasslands of East Africa. (CANON SX30)
This picture is very evocative of the great grasslands of East Africa. (CANON SX30)
BELLEVER TOR, DARTMOOR, UK
A simple view of the beauty of Dartmoor on a good day. (NIKON D70)
A simple view of the beauty of Dartmoor on a good day. (NIKON D70)
WOOD & COTTAGE, BELLEVER TOR, UK
The little cottage in the distance helps give a point of focus to this photo. (NIKON D70)
The little cottage in the distance helps give a point of focus to this photo. (NIKON D70)
BELLEVER TOR, DARTMOOR, UK
Another shot of Bellever Tor from below. (NIKON D70)
Another shot of Bellever Tor from below. (NIKON D70)
LANDSCAPE, KENYA
This says just about everything about Kenya - grassland, sky and animals. Simple but effective I hope. (SAMSUNG compact)
This says just about everything about Kenya - grassland, sky and animals. Simple but effective I hope. (SAMSUNG compact)
SLAPTON LEY, near DARTMOUTH, DEVON
Captured at sunset while driving along the Devon coast. The Ley is a bird sanctuary and thousands of Starlings roost there each evening in the reeds. (NIKON D90)
Captured at sunset while driving along the Devon coast. The Ley is a bird sanctuary and thousands of Starlings roost there each evening in the reeds. (NIKON D90)
SALTRAM HOUSE, near PLYMOUTH
An autumn scene at Saltram House near Plymouth. (NIKON D90)
An autumn scene at Saltram House near Plymouth. (NIKON D90)
NATURE RESERVE, SALTRAM HOUSE,PLYMOUTH
Late afternoon at the nature reserve at Saltram House, Plymouth. (NIKON D90)
Late afternoon at the nature reserve at Saltram House, Plymouth. (NIKON D90)
AUTUMN, SALTRAM HOUSE, PLYMOUTH
The trees are just on the turn at Saltram House in early November. (NIKON D90)
The trees are just on the turn at Saltram House in early November. (NIKON D90)
STONEHENGE, WORLD HERITAGE SITE, UK
The main circle, early November afternoon. (NIKON D90)
The main circle, early November afternoon. (NIKON D90)
STONEHENGE, UK
Single standing stone outside the main circle. (NIKON D90)
Single standing stone outside the main circle. (NIKON D90)
HIDDEN FACE !, STONEHENGE
The marks on this stone look like a smiling face in this afternoon shot. (NIKON D90)
The marks on this stone look like a smiling face in this afternoon shot. (NIKON D90)
BLACK & WHITE STUDY, STONEHENGE
A black & white study just for variety. (NIKON D90)
A black & white study just for variety. (NIKON D90)
SETTING SUN, STONEHENGE
The main circle at sunset. (NIKON D90)
The main circle at sunset. (NIKON D90)
STONEHENGE GLORY
(NIKON D90)
(NIKON D90)
STONE DETAIL, STONEHENGE
(NIKON D90)
(NIKON D90)
SUN THROUGH THE STONES, STONEHENGE
(NIKON D90)
(NIKON D90)
AGLOW, STONEHENGE
(NIKON D90)
(NIKON D90)
END OF THE DAY, STONEHENGE
(NIKON D90)
(NIKON D90)
THREE GORGES DAM, CHINA
A misty day at the Three Gorges Dam on the Yangtze River gives a ethereal feel to the rather mundane industrial landscape. (Video still)
A misty day at the Three Gorges Dam on the Yangtze River gives a ethereal feel to the rather mundane industrial landscape. (Video still)
PIER, BOURNEMOUTH
A colour shot converted to black and white for better impact. (Nikon D90)
A colour shot converted to black and white for better impact. (Nikon D90)
HORTON PLAINS, SRI LANKA
Early morning mist gives an ethereal quality to rhododendron shrubs at Horton Plains.
Early morning mist gives an ethereal quality to rhododendron shrubs at Horton Plains.
PLASTIC !
We were walking along a little jungle path when there it was - the blue plastic bag. Most of Asia and Africa is awash in plastic - bottles and bags. It deteriorates over centuries and blights the countryside. PLEASE, don't use plastic bags, or if you have to please recycle them endlessly.
We were walking along a little jungle path when there it was - the blue plastic bag. Most of Asia and Africa is awash in plastic - bottles and bags. It deteriorates over centuries and blights the countryside. PLEASE, don't use plastic bags, or if you have to please recycle them endlessly.
ABANDONED BOAT, DUNGENESS
The beach at Dungeness, Kent is awash with old fishing boats and equipment. A really bleak but beautiful place.
The beach at Dungeness, Kent is awash with old fishing boats and equipment. A really bleak but beautiful place.
DARTMOOR, MIS TOR
Mis Tor is a popular spot for walkers on Dartmoor but also sits on a military firing range!
Mis Tor is a popular spot for walkers on Dartmoor but also sits on a military firing range!
REED SUNSET
Autumn sunset on Slapton Ley, south Devon coast, UK.
Autumn sunset on Slapton Ley, south Devon coast, UK.
CALSTOCK VIADUCT
A view from the river Tamar of the railway viaduct at Calstock. Calstock is part of a world heritage site covering the Cornish Tin Mining industry.
A view from the river Tamar of the railway viaduct at Calstock. Calstock is part of a world heritage site covering the Cornish Tin Mining industry.
UNDER THE JETTY
I wanted to try out my new wide-angle lens, so I took this photo of converging lines under a pontoon at Calstock. Adjusted as a low-key image.
I wanted to try out my new wide-angle lens, so I took this photo of converging lines under a pontoon at Calstock. Adjusted as a low-key image.
OLD BOATS, TOPSHAM
A scene of dereliction at Topsham, Devon.
A scene of dereliction at Topsham, Devon.
COTTAGE IN THE REEDS
An old lock-keepers cottage near the River Exe, Topsham, Devon.
An old lock-keepers cottage near the River Exe, Topsham, Devon.
BURRATOR RESERVOIR, DEVON
A view across Burrator Reservoir near Plymouth. The reservoir supplies drinking water for Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
A view across Burrator Reservoir near Plymouth. The reservoir supplies drinking water for Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
BOTTALLACK, CORNWALL
These are old tin mine workings on the coast in Cornwall. The tin was mined in shafts which reached out for up to a mile under the sea. In 1863 a chain attached to the mine truck suddenly snapped killing eight men and a boy. (Nikon D7100)
These are old tin mine workings on the coast in Cornwall. The tin was mined in shafts which reached out for up to a mile under the sea. In 1863 a chain attached to the mine truck suddenly snapped killing eight men and a boy. (Nikon D7100)
BOTTALLACK SUNSET
Sunset at Bottallack, Cornwall. (Nikon D7100)
Sunset at Bottallack, Cornwall. (Nikon D7100)
SUNRISE, ELLA GAP, SRI LANKA
I awoke early on this morning and sat on the verandah to watch the sun come up. Ella was very beautiful and very relaxing on a touring holiday. (Nikon D80)
I awoke early on this morning and sat on the verandah to watch the sun come up. Ella was very beautiful and very relaxing on a touring holiday. (Nikon D80)
PORLOCK WIER, SOMERSET, UK
Porlock Weir is a very small harbour on the Bristol Channel coast. Just a collection of a couple of cottages and pubs, but a pleasant place to visit in the summer. (Nikon D7100)
Porlock Weir is a very small harbour on the Bristol Channel coast. Just a collection of a couple of cottages and pubs, but a pleasant place to visit in the summer. (Nikon D7100)
LOWER LIGHT, BURNHAM-ON-SEA
This lighthouse is a wooden structure dating back to 1832. It is now a listed building, i.e. protected status. (Nikon D7100)
This lighthouse is a wooden structure dating back to 1832. It is now a listed building, i.e. protected status. (Nikon D7100)
LOWER LIGHT, BURNHAM (MONOCHROME)
The same shot of the lighthouse, giben a monochrome treatment. (Nikon D7100)
The same shot of the lighthouse, giben a monochrome treatment. (Nikon D7100)
BOTTALLACK MINE, CORNWALL
The old tine mine workings at Bottallack, Cornwall are now a heritage site. This photo was taken in late afternoon and the strong backlighting emphasises the dark mood of the mine. (Nikon D7100)
The old tine mine workings at Bottallack, Cornwall are now a heritage site. This photo was taken in late afternoon and the strong backlighting emphasises the dark mood of the mine. (Nikon D7100)
TOADS IN THE LANDSCAPE
This pair of rocks at Bottallack reminded me of a pair of toads crawling towards the old mine chimney. (Nikon D7100)
This pair of rocks at Bottallack reminded me of a pair of toads crawling towards the old mine chimney. (Nikon D7100)
LOWER LIGHT, BURNHAM-ON-SEA
Another image of the wooden lighthouse at Burnham-on-sea, Somerset, UK. (Nikon D7100)
Another image of the wooden lighthouse at Burnham-on-sea, Somerset, UK. (Nikon D7100)
NOSS MAYO, DEVON, UK
The picturesque little harbour of Noss Mayo on the river Yealm in Devon is very popular with locals and tourists alike. Parking is a real problem on a good day. You can park on the shore but several people have been caught out by the tide! (Nikon D7100)
The picturesque little harbour of Noss Mayo on the river Yealm in Devon is very popular with locals and tourists alike. Parking is a real problem on a good day. You can park on the shore but several people have been caught out by the tide! (Nikon D7100)
DARTMOOR
A view of Dartmoor near Yelverton, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
A view of Dartmoor near Yelverton, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
CADOVER BRIDGE
Cadover Bridge near Plymouth on a dull spring day. (Nikon D7100)
Cadover Bridge near Plymouth on a dull spring day. (Nikon D7100)
CADOVER BRIDGE & DARTMOOR
Even close to civilization, Dartmoor can look bleak and unforgiving if the weather is poor. (Nikon D7100)
Even close to civilization, Dartmoor can look bleak and unforgiving if the weather is poor. (Nikon D7100)
BYGONE DAYS
A glimpse into the past in this view of a horse-drawn narrow boat on the Grand Western Canal, Tiverton. (Nikon D7100)
A glimpse into the past in this view of a horse-drawn narrow boat on the Grand Western Canal, Tiverton. (Nikon D7100)
MAN v NATURE
A sportsman carries his canoe across the weir at Lopwell Dam near Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
A sportsman carries his canoe across the weir at Lopwell Dam near Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
DARTMOOR
A general view of the bleak beauty of Dartmoor taken from near Cadover Bridge. China clay quarry on the right. Despite its natural appearance, the is a history of industrial working and prehistoric settlement on Dartmoor. (Nikon D7100)
A general view of the bleak beauty of Dartmoor taken from near Cadover Bridge. China clay quarry on the right. Despite its natural appearance, the is a history of industrial working and prehistoric settlement on Dartmoor. (Nikon D7100)
CLEARBRROK, DARTMOOR
The hamlet of Clearbrook is only a fifteen minute drive from our house but a world away in terms of landscape. The light is constantly changing here so the view is never the same twice. (Nikon D7100)
The hamlet of Clearbrook is only a fifteen minute drive from our house but a world away in terms of landscape. The light is constantly changing here so the view is never the same twice. (Nikon D7100)
TREE, DARTMOOR
A black and white study of a hawthorn tree near Clearbrook, Dartmoor. The foreground wall is part of a waterway called a "leat" which once took water from the moors to Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
A black and white study of a hawthorn tree near Clearbrook, Dartmoor. The foreground wall is part of a waterway called a "leat" which once took water from the moors to Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
GROYNE, DAWLISH WARREN
This structure is called a "Groyne" which is designed to prevent beaches being washed away by longshore drift. (Nikon D7100)
This structure is called a "Groyne" which is designed to prevent beaches being washed away by longshore drift. (Nikon D7100)
GROYNES, DAWLISH WARREN
A foreshortened view of groynes at Dawlish Warren, Devon created by using a long telephoto lens. (Nikon D7100)
A foreshortened view of groynes at Dawlish Warren, Devon created by using a long telephoto lens. (Nikon D7100)
BEACH HUTS, DAWLISH WARREN
The curve of the line of huts and the bright colours help this photo. (Nikon D7100)
The curve of the line of huts and the bright colours help this photo. (Nikon D7100)
BEACH STROLL
The couple strolling along the beach help add a sense of scale and some human interest to this photo of groynes at Dawlish Warren, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
The couple strolling along the beach help add a sense of scale and some human interest to this photo of groynes at Dawlish Warren, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
DECISIONS
This Dartmoor pony appens to be looking at the road sign. However, I don't think he will be taking the cycle trail ! In fact he was scratching his rear on the wall. (Nikon D7100)
This Dartmoor pony appens to be looking at the road sign. However, I don't think he will be taking the cycle trail ! In fact he was scratching his rear on the wall. (Nikon D7100)
LANDSCAPE, LOWER DEAN, DEVON
I have passed this view from the main A38 road to Plymouth countless times but never had my camera. On this occasion, the light and colours were just right and I did have my camera. Motto - always have a camera handy ! (Nikon D7100)
I have passed this view from the main A38 road to Plymouth countless times but never had my camera. On this occasion, the light and colours were just right and I did have my camera. Motto - always have a camera handy ! (Nikon D7100)
LANDSCAPE, LOWER DEAN, DEVON #2
Another view of this lovely rolling landscape. (Nikon D7100)
Another view of this lovely rolling landscape. (Nikon D7100)
GROYNE, DAWLISH WARREN
A closer view of a groyne at Dawlish Warren, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
A closer view of a groyne at Dawlish Warren, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
BEACH HUTS
A slightly different view of the beach huts at Dawlish Warren. (Nikon D7100)
A slightly different view of the beach huts at Dawlish Warren. (Nikon D7100)
DAWLISH WARREN
The beach at Dawlish Warren, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
The beach at Dawlish Warren, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
BEACH HUTS, DAWLISH WARREN
I was exhausted after a long walk when I spotted the back of these huts in the distance, so I struggled on ans was rewarded by these bright colours. (Nikon D7100)
I was exhausted after a long walk when I spotted the back of these huts in the distance, so I struggled on ans was rewarded by these bright colours. (Nikon D7100)
OTHER WORLDLY
It isn't often that you see a sunset quite like this one. Taken in Tokyo, the combination of the small cloud and the sunset give the city an other worldly look, like something from a sci-fi movie.
(Nikon D7100)
It isn't often that you see a sunset quite like this one. Taken in Tokyo, the combination of the small cloud and the sunset give the city an other worldly look, like something from a sci-fi movie.
(Nikon D7100)
JAPANESE ICON
Mount Fuji is the icon of Japan. It dominates the landscape for miles around. I was fortunate to get this photo from our coach as it didn't stop at any good viewpoints. When we reached mount Fuji itself, the weather closed in somewhat and we had hailstones!
(Nikon D7100)
Mount Fuji is the icon of Japan. It dominates the landscape for miles around. I was fortunate to get this photo from our coach as it didn't stop at any good viewpoints. When we reached mount Fuji itself, the weather closed in somewhat and we had hailstones!
(Nikon D7100)
WATERFRONT, DAIBA, TOKYO
An evening view across the waterfront in the Daiba area of Tokyo.
(Nikon D7100)
An evening view across the waterfront in the Daiba area of Tokyo.
(Nikon D7100)
STREAM FLOW
A stream in full flow near Aomori, Japan. (Nikon D7100)
A stream in full flow near Aomori, Japan. (Nikon D7100)
SEASIDE SUMMER
I took this photo of the beach at Budleigh Salterton on a grey, dull breezy day but have made it more moody by using Photoshop Elements 11. I usually don't manipulate photos this much but sometimes increasing saturation and contrast and a little burning-in can rescue a photo that you would normally discard.
BACK TO NATURE
A wooden seat made from tree branches is starting to blend into the hedge.
PEAK DISTRICT LANDSCAPE
I have converted a colour photo into black and white to try to convey the timeless quality of this landscape.
THE VILLAGE
If you have ever watched the BBC tv series The Village you will recognise this scene. It is in the village of Hayfield near Glossop, Peak District. I have edited out the telephone wires to improve the period look.
DRYSTONE WALL, PEAK DISTRICT
The Peak District is full of drystone walls, so it is fitting to include this detail.
The Peak District is full of drystone walls, so it is fitting to include this detail.
KINDER RESERVOIR, PEAK DISTRICT
A view across Kinder Reservoir near Hayfield, Peak District.
HIGH PEAK
This view in the High Peak was stunning just moments before with the light streaming down between the clouds on the side of the hill. Unfortunately that was the last break in the clouds and as a consequence the view is more ordinary.
This view in the High Peak was stunning just moments before with the light streaming down between the clouds on the side of the hill. Unfortunately that was the last break in the clouds and as a consequence the view is more ordinary.
LADYBOWER RESERVOIR, DERBYSHIRE
This reservoir was created by "drowning" the villages of Ashopton and Derwent.
HARVEST FIELD
An autumn field near Tewkesbury.
An autumn field near Tewkesbury.
THE LONG & WINDING ROAD
The Lake District, UK.
The Lake District, UK.
NEAR BUTTERMERE
The dramatic landscape of the Lake District.
The dramatic landscape of the Lake District.
THE STUNNING SCENERY OF WESTER ROSS, SCOTLAND
OLD LIGHTHOUSE, BURNHAM ON SEA, UK.
BAMBURGH CASTLE, NORTHUMBRIA
SUNSET, HAKONE, JAPAN
JAPANESE LANDSCAPE, MONOCHROME
WESTON-SUPER-MARE, UK
Plymouth/Dartmoor landscape