Lessons in light and life

How would you feel if someone suggested visiting a squatters commune to your touring itinerary? Probably not that enthralled, at least that would have been my reaction. But when a fellow photographer suggests a detour to make the most of the gorgeous evening light,...
Shopping Like a Foodie

Shopping Like a Foodie

Deep in its core my brain is still processing memories of my trip to the UK. It’s piecing together the fragments of conversations, of meals, experiences, fleeing moments and promises made. Three themes are emerging – time with family and friends, gardens...
That’s what friends are still for

That’s what friends are still for

One of the benefits of getting older is that you can fully appreciate the beauty of long term friendships.  Having the kind of friends that indulge your idiosyncrasies to give you what you need time and time again.  The best of friends are those that say yes before...
Coastlines

Coastlines

It wasn’t just the clocks that receded last weekend but our summer was also replaced by a gloomy kind of autumn. An autumn with few redeeming features or comfort.   No marvellous mist nor autumnal palette to warm the soul.  Just damp, dank chills and rainfall....
Feeling a charlie with Charli

Feeling a charlie with Charli

It’s often the simplest questions that can baffle me.  Like, “So why are you a photographer? ” I buy time with my response.  “Great question!”  Even now I struggle to answer that question directly, openly and honestly.  It feels like...