An occasional blog on photographic subjects and cycle rides into the countryside.
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Riding the South Dorset Ridgeway
To ride the South Dorset Ridgeway is to disappear back into time, from before humans lived here and the land was covered in ice to a more recent time when a young man dreamed of adventures at sea. In summer 2026, I cycled this route, exploring its history. Read more
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Overcoming photographer’s block – experimenting with depth of field
A conversation in a pub inspired me encourage others to reignite their passion for photography. By experimenting with techniques like shallow depth of field, the aim is to see the world differently, rekindle creative vision and fall back in love with photography. Read more
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Old Film Camera Cycling: A Photographic Escape
The author shares their passion for cycling and photography, using rides as a way to escape and capture memories. On a trip to Dorset, they used an old Olympus Trip 35 film camera, embracing the uncertainty of film photography. The developed pictures revealed vibrant landscapes, bringing the cycling experience back to life. Read more
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Same time next year?
A revisit to a bluebell wood in Hertfordshire as part of an annual ritual. Cycling from London, I rediscover the woodland, capturing photographs of the bluebells and intricate details each year. This ritual fosters a deep connection to the place, leaving lasting memories and hopes for the same again next year. Read more
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Exploring Second-Hand Photography Books Part 2
The second in a series of articles on second hand photobooks and a deep dive into “From the Photo-diaries of Mick Williamson” an ongoing project, capturing everyday moments since the 1970s, amounting to over two million photographs. Using a film camera, Williamson’s intuitive style emphasizes the beauty of fleeting moments. Read more
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Spring Equinox – a cycle ride through the Fens
Spring evokes a sense of promise, which I embraced during a cycle ride through the Fens near Cambridge at the Spring Equinox. The landscape offers vast openness, with dark earth ready for new growth and hints of green emerging. I captured this beauty in photographs and shared my route on Komoot. Read more