OTHER / FUN
I remember this being a dull wet day in Coventry and nothing raised my interest until I looked down and saw this leaf on the pavement. Not the ideal composition, but I didn't want to move it.(Fujifilm 9600)
SOUVENIERS
These little bird houses attracted my attention in a cafe in Cornwall. Just something a little bit quirky.
(Canon SX30)
These little bird houses attracted my attention in a cafe in Cornwall. Just something a little bit quirky.
(Canon SX30)
SUTTON HOO, ENGLAND
Site of an Anglo-Saxon burial ship a mask is one of the treasures found there and is the logo for the museum entrance. I liked the colour and the shadow.
(Canon SX30)
Site of an Anglo-Saxon burial ship a mask is one of the treasures found there and is the logo for the museum entrance. I liked the colour and the shadow.
(Canon SX30)
BEACH SCULPTURE, EAST ANGLIA
Just came across this tribute to people drowned in Adleburgh, Suffolk on a visit to the area. Striking design and nice light.
(Fujifilm 9600)
Just came across this tribute to people drowned in Adleburgh, Suffolk on a visit to the area. Striking design and nice light.
(Fujifilm 9600)
BEER BOTTLES
A still life shot taken of bottles on a stall at Plymouth FoodFest. I liked the colours and the light. A large aperture (5.6) minimized depth of field to blur the background. (Nikon D90)
A still life shot taken of bottles on a stall at Plymouth FoodFest. I liked the colours and the light. A large aperture (5.6) minimized depth of field to blur the background. (Nikon D90)
COFFEE CUPS
I was in a coffee shop when I noticed these cups and utensils and thought they would make a nice still life. (Fujifilm 9600)
I was in a coffee shop when I noticed these cups and utensils and thought they would make a nice still life. (Fujifilm 9600)
INSECT LIFE
I photographed the butterfly with a small telephoto and only later noticed the hover fly. Anyway the point is that you can still photograph wildlife in your garden or in a park. (Nikon D90)
I photographed the butterfly with a small telephoto and only later noticed the hover fly. Anyway the point is that you can still photograph wildlife in your garden or in a park. (Nikon D90)
WELLIE DOGGY, PADSTOW, CORNWALL
I couldn't resist taking a shot of this "doggy" shoe shop gimmick. Very clever. (Fujifilm 9600)
I couldn't resist taking a shot of this "doggy" shoe shop gimmick. Very clever. (Fujifilm 9600)
DUCKS, TIVOLI GARDENS, COPENHAGEN
Another humour shot of these ducks floating endlessly around in a carnival stall. I love the expressions on their faces! (Fujifilm 9600)
Another humour shot of these ducks floating endlessly around in a carnival stall. I love the expressions on their faces! (Fujifilm 9600)
UNION JACK BAGS, KINGSBRIDGE, DEVON
I was attracted by the colour of these bags on a market stall and the way that several bags grouped together make up a flag. (Nikon D80)
I was attracted by the colour of these bags on a market stall and the way that several bags grouped together make up a flag. (Nikon D80)
HATS, KINGSBRIDGE, DEVON
Market stalls are a great source of photographs since objects are usually piled together and make patters. I liked the play of light and shade and the textures in these hats. (Nikon D80)
Market stalls are a great source of photographs since objects are usually piled together and make patters. I liked the play of light and shade and the textures in these hats. (Nikon D80)
1950's MORRIS VAN GRILLE, BARBICAN, PLYMOUTH
I couldn't resist the colours on this old van. (Nikon D80)
I couldn't resist the colours on this old van. (Nikon D80)
SAUCE BOTTLES, MARKET STALL
I like patterns and saw this shot immediately but it was a struggle to get the composition correct. (Nikon D90)
I like patterns and saw this shot immediately but it was a struggle to get the composition correct. (Nikon D90)
WOODEN SEATS, THE GARDEN HOUSE, PLYMOUTH
I quite liked the seats but the surroundings didn't help with the colour, so I turned the picture into a sepia tone which worked better with the colours and grain of the wood. (Nikon D90)
I quite liked the seats but the surroundings didn't help with the colour, so I turned the picture into a sepia tone which worked better with the colours and grain of the wood. (Nikon D90)
CRANE, ROYAL WILLIAM YARD, PLYMOUTH
This old naval yard in Plymouth has been turned into an upmarket area but there are still some reminders of its past including this crane. (Nikon D90)
This old naval yard in Plymouth has been turned into an upmarket area but there are still some reminders of its past including this crane. (Nikon D90)
CACTUS, SUNSET
No, not taken in the desert, simply a pot cactus against a window. (NIKON D90)
No, not taken in the desert, simply a pot cactus against a window. (NIKON D90)
SKYSCAPE, SLAPTON LEY, near DARTMOUTH, DEVON
This dramatic sky over Slapton Ley was irresistible. (NIKON D90)
This dramatic sky over Slapton Ley was irresistible. (NIKON D90)
THEATRE, PLAQUE, OLD PALACE THEATRE, PLYMOUTH
This is one of a set of plaques set into the pavement in front of the old Palace Theatre in Plymouth. Sadly the theatre is in a sad sate but is being restored. (NIKON D90)
This is one of a set of plaques set into the pavement in front of the old Palace Theatre in Plymouth. Sadly the theatre is in a sad sate but is being restored. (NIKON D90)
DECAY, OLD PALACE THEATRE, PLYMOUTH
A study of layers of peeling paint as the weather takes its toll. (NIKON D90)
A study of layers of peeling paint as the weather takes its toll. (NIKON D90)
WISHFUL THINKING, PLYMOUTH
Well I guess the owners had high hopes but the decaying sign tells its own story! (NIKON D90)
Well I guess the owners had high hopes but the decaying sign tells its own story! (NIKON D90)
WET BENCH, PLYMOUTH PARK
A park bench glistens after a shower of rain in a Plymouth park. I liked the curve of the path and the repetition of the other benches.
(NIKON D90)
A park bench glistens after a shower of rain in a Plymouth park. I liked the curve of the path and the repetition of the other benches.
(NIKON D90)
REFLECTED GLORY, PLYMOUTH SPORTS CENTRE
The last rays of the sun are reflected in the glass at the entrance to the new Plymouth Life Centre, a sports facility in the park. (NIKON D90)
The last rays of the sun are reflected in the glass at the entrance to the new Plymouth Life Centre, a sports facility in the park. (NIKON D90)
ASCENT, HOME PARK PLYMOUTH
These steps are the entrance to the football stadium in Plymouth. On a damp Wednesday in November they are deserted and take on an abstract look in this close-up. (NIKON D90)
These steps are the entrance to the football stadium in Plymouth. On a damp Wednesday in November they are deserted and take on an abstract look in this close-up. (NIKON D90)
WARM SEAT, PLYMOUTH PARK
This seat has caught the late afternoon sun giving it a warm glow. (NIKON D90)
This seat has caught the late afternoon sun giving it a warm glow. (NIKON D90)
BUS SEATS, NAPLES
An open top tourist bus became the subject of this abstract photo.
An open top tourist bus became the subject of this abstract photo.
BARGAIN !
One of several funny signs at a street exhibition in Copenhagen. (Video still)
One of several funny signs at a street exhibition in Copenhagen. (Video still)
SO CONSIDERATE !
Another funny sign at Copenhagen.
Another funny sign at Copenhagen.
YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED !
Copenhagen again !
Copenhagen again !
BASS BALALAIKA, YALTA
Study of a traditional musical instrument in Yalta, Ukraine. (video still)
Study of a traditional musical instrument in Yalta, Ukraine. (video still)
SIGN, USA
Humorous (I hope!) sign in USA. (Video still)
Humorous (I hope!) sign in USA. (Video still)
TWINKLE, TWINKLE
Christmas decoration on the tree. (Nikon D90)
Christmas decoration on the tree. (Nikon D90)
ABANDONED
A child's scooter lies abandoned in the grass outside a school.
(Nikon D90)
A child's scooter lies abandoned in the grass outside a school.
(Nikon D90)
THE BRIDGE
Close up of my acoustic guitar. (NIKON D90)
Close up of my acoustic guitar. (NIKON D90)
DIS CHORD
Another guitar close up. (Nikon D90)
Another guitar close up. (Nikon D90)
I'VE GOT THE POWER !
Close up of the controls on my electric guitar. (Nikon D90)
Close up of the controls on my electric guitar. (Nikon D90)
TEDDY BEAR'S PICNIC
A bit of fun using a book and a few props. (Nikon D90)
A bit of fun using a book and a few props. (Nikon D90)
PEAK PERFORMANCE, DARTMOOR
A boy makes the summit of a Dartmoor Tor.
(Nikon D90)
A boy makes the summit of a Dartmoor Tor.
(Nikon D90)
EXERCISE IN PERCEPTION
This is just an exercise to see how far you can manipulate an image in colour and contrast but still enable the viewer to recognize the subject. (Nikon D90) Yes, it is a pony !
This is just an exercise to see how far you can manipulate an image in colour and contrast but still enable the viewer to recognize the subject. (Nikon D90) Yes, it is a pony !
QUALITY
A close up of the famous Bentley symbol on a parked car. (Nikon D90)
A close up of the famous Bentley symbol on a parked car. (Nikon D90)
CLASSIC
A symbol from the tail fin on an old Vauxhall Velox. (Nikon D90)
A symbol from the tail fin on an old Vauxhall Velox. (Nikon D90)
LINDA'S ZEBRA
This is a photograph of a painting by my wife, Linda. I have included within the photo a close up of the eye, in which she has painted reflections of elephants. You can see her work here http://www.lindawilsonart.com/index.html
(Nikon D90)
This is a photograph of a painting by my wife, Linda. I have included within the photo a close up of the eye, in which she has painted reflections of elephants. You can see her work here http://www.lindawilsonart.com/index.html
(Nikon D90)
CIGAR STORE INDIAN
These were quite common is the USA to promote the sale of cigars. This one is outside a cafe in Plymouth. (Nikon D90)
These were quite common is the USA to promote the sale of cigars. This one is outside a cafe in Plymouth. (Nikon D90)
WHITE WATER RAFTING PADDLES
I liked the repeated pattern of these paddles near a river in Sri Lanka. (Nikon D80)
I liked the repeated pattern of these paddles near a river in Sri Lanka. (Nikon D80)
TAIL FINS
Tail fins of Airbus jets of Sri Lanka Airlines.
Tail fins of Airbus jets of Sri Lanka Airlines.
TRADITIONAL SRI LANKAN MASKS
A stall full of brightly coloured traditional Sri Lankan masks.
A stall full of brightly coloured traditional Sri Lankan masks.
BUBBLES
I was fascinated by the reflections of these footballs in a swimming pool. They reminded me of bubbles and it took a while before they both floated into the perfect position for a photo.
I was fascinated by the reflections of these footballs in a swimming pool. They reminded me of bubbles and it took a while before they both floated into the perfect position for a photo.
SLEEPING CAT
This Sri Lankan cat isn't like those found in Britain. It has spots like a leopard but also stripes like a tiger. Still sleeps in the best places like British cats though!
This Sri Lankan cat isn't like those found in Britain. It has spots like a leopard but also stripes like a tiger. Still sleeps in the best places like British cats though!
COCONUT DRINKS
Fresh coconut juice is refreshing and good for you too! Just the thing on a beach.
Fresh coconut juice is refreshing and good for you too! Just the thing on a beach.
BOATS, MIRISSA, SRI LANKA
I tried a more painterly approach to these old boats in Mirissa harbour by increasing the contrast.
I tried a more painterly approach to these old boats in Mirissa harbour by increasing the contrast.
UNUSUAL NEST
We visited a turtle rescue centre in Sri Lanka. Unfortunately this chipmunk had decided to build a nest in the donations box! I suspect any notes would have been used as nesting material.
We visited a turtle rescue centre in Sri Lanka. Unfortunately this chipmunk had decided to build a nest in the donations box! I suspect any notes would have been used as nesting material.
FINAL MOORING
This old boat was slowly sinking and has come to the end of its working life.
This old boat was slowly sinking and has come to the end of its working life.
WOOD FORMS
These curved wood pieces are part of a structure called the Termite House at Escot Castle, Devon. Based upon the internal galleries of a termite mound, but also remind me of rock formations I have seen in Antelope Canyon, USA.
These curved wood pieces are part of a structure called the Termite House at Escot Castle, Devon. Based upon the internal galleries of a termite mound, but also remind me of rock formations I have seen in Antelope Canyon, USA.
WOOD FORMS (2)
Another view of these lovely curved shapes.
Another view of these lovely curved shapes.
PEACOCK FEATHERS
I didn't notice the variety of feathers in a peacock plumage until I took this close up.
I didn't notice the variety of feathers in a peacock plumage until I took this close up.
SHADOW WARRIOR
I saw the sun making this shadow of an ornament on our blind, so had to capture it - complete with fault in the weave of the blind!
I saw the sun making this shadow of an ornament on our blind, so had to capture it - complete with fault in the weave of the blind!
GUARDIAN ANGEL
One of a series of photographs I took in Ford Cemetery, Plymouth which is the oldest cemetery in the city. I converted all from colour to black and white.
One of a series of photographs I took in Ford Cemetery, Plymouth which is the oldest cemetery in the city. I converted all from colour to black and white.
SUNK & SINKING
The gravestone of a seaman tilts precariously in Ford Cemetery.
The gravestone of a seaman tilts precariously in Ford Cemetery.
SHADOW OF THE CROSS
Study of shape, light and shadow.
Study of shape, light and shadow.
ANOTHER LIFE
Another service person lies in the cemetery. No name, but remembered by a small cross at the foot of the larger one.
Another service person lies in the cemetery. No name, but remembered by a small cross at the foot of the larger one.
SILENT WITNESS
Tombstones of the dead from World War 1 are testimony to the cost and sacrifice of war.
Tombstones of the dead from World War 1 are testimony to the cost and sacrifice of war.
THE FALLEN
A tombstone lies where it fell. Death, decay, neglect.
A tombstone lies where it fell. Death, decay, neglect.
DEAD AND THE DYING ?
The shapes of the tombstones seem to echo the shapes of the houses beyond.
The shapes of the tombstones seem to echo the shapes of the houses beyond.
JUST FRIENDS !
A couple of stuffed toys at the entrance to Paignton Zoo. Obviously tired out after visiting their relatives!
A couple of stuffed toys at the entrance to Paignton Zoo. Obviously tired out after visiting their relatives!
GORILLA SCULPTURE
This is one of 30 life sized gorilla sculptures commissioned as part of the Great Gorillas Project which highlighted the conservation requirements of gorillas. They were all painted differently and 27 of them were later auctioned off raising a total of £99,800.
This is one of 30 life sized gorilla sculptures commissioned as part of the Great Gorillas Project which highlighted the conservation requirements of gorillas. They were all painted differently and 27 of them were later auctioned off raising a total of £99,800.
NOT SO VIGILANT !
An old sailing barge at Topsham, Devon, UK.
An old sailing barge at Topsham, Devon, UK.
BLUE BOAT
A brightly painted rowing boat at Topsham, Devon.
A brightly painted rowing boat at Topsham, Devon.
THE WRONG ROAD ?
Are you travelling down the permissive path? Is it the right one for you?
A Permissive Sign for a Permissive Society perhaps?
Photographed at Burrator Reservoir near Plymouth, UK. (Nikon D7100)
Are you travelling down the permissive path? Is it the right one for you?
A Permissive Sign for a Permissive Society perhaps?
Photographed at Burrator Reservoir near Plymouth, UK. (Nikon D7100)
RETIRED
An old trailer lies abandoned in the woods at Burrator Reservoir. (Nikon D7100)
An old trailer lies abandoned in the woods at Burrator Reservoir. (Nikon D7100)
MAKING A POINT
Barbed wire means keep out - except for a spider in this case.
(Nikon D7100)
Barbed wire means keep out - except for a spider in this case.
(Nikon D7100)
LEOPARD TRACKS
While touring around the back trails of Yala National Park, Sri Lanks we came across these recent Leopard tracks. Unfortunately, there was no sign of this particular leopard.
While touring around the back trails of Yala National Park, Sri Lanks we came across these recent Leopard tracks. Unfortunately, there was no sign of this particular leopard.
RAINDROPS
A simple photo of raindrops caught on a garden chair. (Nikon D7100)
A simple photo of raindrops caught on a garden chair. (Nikon D7100)
WINCHESTER CATHEDRAL CRYPT
This statue was photographed in the rather dark crypt of Winchester Cathedral. (Nikon D90)
This statue was photographed in the rather dark crypt of Winchester Cathedral. (Nikon D90)
ANY OLD IRON ?
A piece of rusty anchor chain photographed at Noss Mayo, Devon, England. (Nikon D7100)
A piece of rusty anchor chain photographed at Noss Mayo, Devon, England. (Nikon D7100)
SEASIDE MEMORIES
Buckets and spades for sale on a dull day at the little harbour at Newton Ferrers, Devon, England. (Nikon D90)
Buckets and spades for sale on a dull day at the little harbour at Newton Ferrers, Devon, England. (Nikon D90)
A WOMAN NEEDS A MAN.....
Irina Dunn coined the famous catch phrase "A woman needs a man like a fish needs a bicycle" which was subsequently popularized by Gloria Steinem and became a popular slogan among feminists. This sculpture, photographed at Noss Mayo, Devon, is based upon that phrase. (Nikon D7100)
Irina Dunn coined the famous catch phrase "A woman needs a man like a fish needs a bicycle" which was subsequently popularized by Gloria Steinem and became a popular slogan among feminists. This sculpture, photographed at Noss Mayo, Devon, is based upon that phrase. (Nikon D7100)
WATERLOGGED
A dinghy lies waterlogged on the shore at Noss Mayo, Devon, England. (Nikon D7100)
A dinghy lies waterlogged on the shore at Noss Mayo, Devon, England. (Nikon D7100)
SHINGLE ROOF
Texture and pattern in a shingle roof at Noss Mayo, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
Texture and pattern in a shingle roof at Noss Mayo, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
NARROWBOAT TRADITION
These painted buckets and jugs are part of a tradition of painting canal barges in bright colourful patterns. Photographed at the Tiverton Canal Co. horse drawn narrowboat, Tiverton Grand Western Canal, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
These painted buckets and jugs are part of a tradition of painting canal barges in bright colourful patterns. Photographed at the Tiverton Canal Co. horse drawn narrowboat, Tiverton Grand Western Canal, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
NARROWBOAT DECORATION
Another example of canal boat decoration at Tiverton, Devon. Note the traditional lacework in the porthole. (Nikon D7100)
Another example of canal boat decoration at Tiverton, Devon. Note the traditional lacework in the porthole. (Nikon D7100)
LIFE BOY !
Ah, this is real life, not still life! Grand Western Canal, Tiverton, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
Ah, this is real life, not still life! Grand Western Canal, Tiverton, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
WORKHORSE
Workhorse, not war horse. This is Taffy and he pulls the narrowboat for the Tiverton Canal Co. on the Grand Western Canal. Note the colourful tack. He isn't that tall but he is powerful. (Nikon D7100)
Workhorse, not war horse. This is Taffy and he pulls the narrowboat for the Tiverton Canal Co. on the Grand Western Canal. Note the colourful tack. He isn't that tall but he is powerful. (Nikon D7100)
CONTRAST
A contrast in colour and form in this photo of part of a hand ferry on the Grand Western Canal. I liked the colour against the grey sky and the angular shape. (Nikon D7100)
A contrast in colour and form in this photo of part of a hand ferry on the Grand Western Canal. I liked the colour against the grey sky and the angular shape. (Nikon D7100)
WOODEN FENCE
A wooden fence near the Dewerstone, Shaugh Prior, Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
A wooden fence near the Dewerstone, Shaugh Prior, Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
OLD RAILWAY BRIDGE
A disused railway bridge in Shaugh Woods near Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
A disused railway bridge in Shaugh Woods near Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
STRANDED
A strand of sheep's wool caught on a wire fence. (Nikon D7100)
A strand of sheep's wool caught on a wire fence. (Nikon D7100)
WOODLAND STILE
A stile used by walkers to avoid opening gates. (Nikon D7100)
A stile used by walkers to avoid opening gates. (Nikon D7100)
GREEN FERN
A colour photo converted to single colour. Taken in Shaugh Woods near Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
A colour photo converted to single colour. Taken in Shaugh Woods near Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
DANCING CASCADE
A cascade of water spilling over the weir at Lopwell Dam Nature Reserve near Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
A cascade of water spilling over the weir at Lopwell Dam Nature Reserve near Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
YOU'VE GOT MAIL
A typical rural mail box in the U.K. (Nikon D7100)
A typical rural mail box in the U.K. (Nikon D7100)
OLD STONE CROSS
The sun appears behind an old granite cross on Dartmoor near Cadover Bridge. (Nikon D7100)
The sun appears behind an old granite cross on Dartmoor near Cadover Bridge. (Nikon D7100)
WISH UPON A STAR
Many people aspire to drive a Mercedes, recognized immediately by it's three pointed star logo. (Nikon D7100)
Many people aspire to drive a Mercedes, recognized immediately by it's three pointed star logo. (Nikon D7100)
STORK SCULPTURE
A Stork sculpture photographed against our garden pond. (Nikon D7100)
A Stork sculpture photographed against our garden pond. (Nikon D7100)
WEIR
Water flowing over the weir at Tavistock, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
Water flowing over the weir at Tavistock, Devon. (Nikon D7100)
WHEN BEAUTY FADES......
A faded rose in a vase. (Nikon D7100)
A faded rose in a vase. (Nikon D7100)
CORRUGATED ROOF
An old corrugated iron roof in need of repair. (Nikon D7100)
An old corrugated iron roof in need of repair. (Nikon D7100)
COLOUR STUDY
A colourful door and hinge make a good contrast beside a stone wall. (Nikon D7100)
A colourful door and hinge make a good contrast beside a stone wall. (Nikon D7100)
OLD BARN DETAIL
A study in textures in this detail from an old barn. Old wood is great for showing texture. (Nikon D7100)
A study in textures in this detail from an old barn. Old wood is great for showing texture. (Nikon D7100)
LOCAL HUMOUR
A nice humorous touch at the bottom of this Dartmoor pub sign. (nikon D7100)
A nice humorous touch at the bottom of this Dartmoor pub sign. (nikon D7100)
HUGO
This is Hugo. He is a rescue dog and a lovely Weimaraner. He was bullied by other dogs and had to be re-homed. I photographed him and afterwards found out that he belongs to a friend of my wife !
This is Hugo. He is a rescue dog and a lovely Weimaraner. He was bullied by other dogs and had to be re-homed. I photographed him and afterwards found out that he belongs to a friend of my wife !
LIGHT AND DARK
I captured these girls playing on the steps of a shopping mall in Tokyo. I liked the silhouettes against the lights on the steps.
(Nikon D7100)
I captured these girls playing on the steps of a shopping mall in Tokyo. I liked the silhouettes against the lights on the steps.
(Nikon D7100)
ROBOT
This huge robot was placed outside the Diver City shopping mall in Daiba, Tokyo. It changes colour, shoots out steam and moves it's head. It appears to be linked to a Japanese cartoon series. Certainly impressive !
(Nikon D7100)
This huge robot was placed outside the Diver City shopping mall in Daiba, Tokyo. It changes colour, shoots out steam and moves it's head. It appears to be linked to a Japanese cartoon series. Certainly impressive !
(Nikon D7100)
TOURIST SOUVENIRS, MOUNT FUJI
The strange dolls were for sale as tourist souvenirs at a shop on Mount Fuji, Japan.
(Nikon D7100)
The strange dolls were for sale as tourist souvenirs at a shop on Mount Fuji, Japan.
(Nikon D7100)
DOOR DETAIL, SENSOJI TEMPLE, TOKYO
A detail shot of the beautiful doors at the Senso Ji temple in Tokyo.
(Nikon D7100)
A detail shot of the beautiful doors at the Senso Ji temple in Tokyo.
(Nikon D7100)
HIKING STICKS
A selection of hiking sticks for sale at a shop on Mount Fuji. Some have bells attached which are supposed to be lucky for the wearer.
(Nikon D7100)
A selection of hiking sticks for sale at a shop on Mount Fuji. Some have bells attached which are supposed to be lucky for the wearer.
(Nikon D7100)
RED BOATS
Upturned red boats at Lake Ashi, Japan.
(Nikon D7100)
Upturned red boats at Lake Ashi, Japan.
(Nikon D7100)
ADVERTISING MANNEQUIN
I am not sure what this figure was doing above a shop in the Sesoji area of Tokyo. I presume some form of advertisement.
(Nikon D7100)
I am not sure what this figure was doing above a shop in the Sesoji area of Tokyo. I presume some form of advertisement.
(Nikon D7100)
SYMBOLIC POWER
This Art Deco lion on a war memorial is a great example of symbolic power. It of course represents the power of the nation of Great Britain but has its legs folded as a symbol of restrained power. (MNikon D7100)
This Art Deco lion on a war memorial is a great example of symbolic power. It of course represents the power of the nation of Great Britain but has its legs folded as a symbol of restrained power. (MNikon D7100)
ART DECO LION
Another shot of an Art Deco lion on the war memorial on Plymouth Hoe. A lovely piece of sculpture in its own right. (Nikon D7100)
Another shot of an Art Deco lion on the war memorial on Plymouth Hoe. A lovely piece of sculpture in its own right. (Nikon D7100)
FOUNTAIN SCULPTURE, PLYMOUTH
A Dragonfly sculpture is a feature on the fountain outside the Civic Centre in Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
A Dragonfly sculpture is a feature on the fountain outside the Civic Centre in Plymouth. (Nikon D7100)
BALCONIES
Balconies in the evening sun in Tokyo. (Nikon D7100)
Balconies in the evening sun in Tokyo. (Nikon D7100)
LOST IN TRANSLATION
What a difference a word makes. I am not sure about being careful to tsunamis, I would rather be careful of them ! (Nikon D7100)
What a difference a word makes. I am not sure about being careful to tsunamis, I would rather be careful of them ! (Nikon D7100)
CUTE BOOT
I spotted these stylish boots in Otaru, Japan. (Nikon D7100)
I spotted these stylish boots in Otaru, Japan. (Nikon D7100)
TEDDY BEAR HEAVEN
A window display of key fob teddy bears. (Nikon D7100)
A window display of key fob teddy bears. (Nikon D7100)
JAPANESE CHARACTERS
A window display in Otaru, Japan. (Nikon D7100)
A window display in Otaru, Japan. (Nikon D7100)
JAPANESE WINE BOTTLES
Saki bottles on display in Otaru. (Nikon D7100)
Saki bottles on display in Otaru. (Nikon D7100)
RAINBOW
These rainbow colours are the roof of an inflatable tent in Japan. (Nikon D7100)
These rainbow colours are the roof of an inflatable tent in Japan. (Nikon D7100)
JAPANESE POT
This ornate Japanese pot was for sale at a quayside market in Hakodate, Hokkaido.
This ornate Japanese pot was for sale at a quayside market in Hakodate, Hokkaido.
SEA SERPENTS
Gaudy pink colours attract kids, but no trips today on this lake near Aomori, Japan. (Nikon D7100)
Gaudy pink colours attract kids, but no trips today on this lake near Aomori, Japan. (Nikon D7100)
SUSHI RESTAURANT
Bowls and bottles in the sushi restaurant on board the Diamond Princess. (Nikon D7100)
Bowls and bottles in the sushi restaurant on board the Diamond Princess. (Nikon D7100)
PASSING THE TIME
I hate airports. To pass the time, sometimes I look around for something interesting to photograph. The only thing I could find at Rome was this Gucci logo on a shop. (Nikon D7100)
I hate airports. To pass the time, sometimes I look around for something interesting to photograph. The only thing I could find at Rome was this Gucci logo on a shop. (Nikon D7100)
RACING BEETLE
A "go-faster" Volkswagen Beetle captured in a car park.
A "go-faster" Volkswagen Beetle captured in a car park.
ART-DECO TROUSERS
A pair of red trousers catches the eye on this balcony of an art-deco style building in Paignton, UK.. Strangely, it is an office block !
A pair of red trousers catches the eye on this balcony of an art-deco style building in Paignton, UK.. Strangely, it is an office block !
THE COLOUR RED
Red is the colour our eyes are most sensitive to. That is why it is used to provide a warning.
Red is the colour our eyes are most sensitive to. That is why it is used to provide a warning.
FAIRMILE CLOCK
This clock may be found at Fairmile near Ottery St, Mary in Devon. It was erected to celebrate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897.
This clock may be found at Fairmile near Ottery St, Mary in Devon. It was erected to celebrate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897.
RUST IN PEACE
An old nut and bolt on a wooden post.
An old nut and bolt on a wooden post.
SOME EXAMPLES OF "SHELL" ADVERTISEMENTS
These examples are from Upton House Warwickshire that was owned by a millionaire Lord Bearsted in the 1930's. Lord Bearsted was chairman of Shell Oil.
SHATTERED DREAMS
STATUES
Some black & white conversions of colour photos using Silver Effex Pro2
ELECTRIC AVENUE
Once the title of a song by Eddy Grant, this street sign is found at the National Tramway Museum, Crich, Derbyshire.
Once the title of a song by Eddy Grant, this street sign is found at the National Tramway Museum, Crich, Derbyshire.
STANDING THE TEST OF TIME
An old sign in the Peak District National Park.
MASS TRESPASS MEMORIAL
Less than 100 years ago most open land in Britain was privately owned. In order to open up access to the public, mass trespasses were organised. Eventually public access to tracts of land were permitted but access to some areas, especially along river banks, is still restricted.
HUNTER
A marbled kitten practices its hunting skills on roadside insects.
TO BATTLE !
An artwork/statue at Alnwick Castle, Northumberland.
An artwork/statue at Alnwick Castle, Northumberland.
STILL LIFE
Some still life images taken at Cragside near Rothbury, Northumbria.
FIREWORKS
Fireworks are fairly easy to photograph as there is generally a reasonable amount of light available. For the following I used a wide angle lens (around 35mm) and Shutter Priority of around 1/25th second. Just anticipate the best moment to capture the burst. Don't do as I did and get the top of a tree in the way !
FIRST PHOTOS FROM NIKON P7100
WOODEN DRAGON
Photographed with my little Nikon Coolpix P7100.
WAVE
Looking down on a wave caused by a boat.
RICE
STICK IN THE WATER
RUSTY CHAIN, AOMORI, JAPAN
ROOF TILES, JAPAN
JAPANESE FAREWELL
A Japanese cartoon character on the quayside saying goodbye to our ship.
A Japanese cartoon character on the quayside saying goodbye to our ship.
1949 CHRYSLER NEW YORKER
Photographed at a car valet in Malibu, California.
Photographed at a car valet in Malibu, California.
IN A MUSEUM
Sir Francis Drake by Sir William Reynolds-Stephens
Queen Elizabeth I by Sir William Reynolds-Stephens
Framed !
The Critics
CARS at BEAULIEU MOTOR MUSEUM
GREEN CHAIRS
A stack of green chairs outside a pavement cafe in Plymouth's Barbican area.
A stack of green chairs outside a pavement cafe in Plymouth's Barbican area.
Warming Winter Fire
Detail from an old Triumph sports car.
Wartime memories
Reenactors at a local show.
Reenactors at a local show.
Ready for take-off ! A replica spitfire.
Mean Mr. Mustard !
My lovely Gretsch guitar.
CABBAGE PATCH - A close up of a cabbage leaf in our kitchen.
POLO - Our soft toy polar bear.
VALENTINE'S DAY - A bouquet.
BIRDBOX - My grand-daughter's toy
PLYMOUTH AIRSHOW (Slideshow) - Click main photo to run.