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Prime lenses for slower photography
Slow photography enhances engagement with surroundings and subjects, promoting mindfulness. Switching from zoom to prime lenses fosters deeper consideration of composition and subject context. Prime lenses offer better image quality, lower weight, and faster aperture settings, making them ideal, especially in low light. Read more
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Reflections on 2024: A Year in Photographs
A reflection on the past year in twelve photographs taken in 2024, one for each month. These images capture various moments, from celebrating abandoned Christmas trees to exploring London’s landscapes and participating in a friend’s wedding. This retrospective inspires further exploration and photography in the coming year. Read more
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From Festive to Forgotten: The Afterlife of Christmas Trees
Twelfth Night on January 5th signifies the end of Christmas celebrations, leading to the abandonment of Christmas trees. I re-decorate discarded trees in my area, photographing the results. These images have been transformed into Christmas cards, available for purchase. Read more
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Capturing Time: Photography in Hertfordshire
A reflection on capturing time through photography, in the Hertfordshire countryside. I visit an ancient church tower, symbolizing decay and history, and the Greenwich Meridian line, which represents the human construction of time. The photographs taken aim to encapsulate this interplay of time and landscape as I journey through history. Read more
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Keeping in Touch: The Importance of Physical Greetings Cards
The way we stay connected with loved ones has evolved from handwritten letters to instant messages and social media. While traditional greetings cards are less common, they offer a unique, physical connection that digital communication lacks. Christmas remains a time for sending cards, reflecting a desire for personal connection despite distances. Read more
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How to fall back in love with photography – take a chance
Exploring photography through chance can reignite creative passion. Inspired by psychogeography, this approach allows for unexpected discoveries. Methods include using a map of another city or randomly choosing directions at junctions. Here’s my experience in Bristol leading to unique photography opportunities off the beaten path. Chance invites new perspectives. Read more