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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Discovering Winter’s Hidden Colors
Winter may seem bleak with short days and grey skies, but colour persists in unique forms. Bright sunny days, and the colours of nature; vibrant berries, lichen, and lingering leaves remind us of winter’s hidden beauty. Here are a few of my images from Christmas 2025 that highlight these colourful details.
A cycle ride on the day the clocks go back
The day the clocks go back brings a sense of disorientation. This is a story about how I overcame a cold and lethargy to go for a cycle ride, my destination the ruins of a church in Clophill, Bedfordshire. Old buildings evoke past lives, yet the church’s sad history includes vandalism and decline. Ultimately, cycling uplifts the narrator’s spirits, making the day worthwhile.
Rose Garden
At the end of summer garden roses enter their last phases, the petals drying out and falling away.
My Photography Experience on World Photography Day
On World Photography Day, I took my camera to a nearby park. Inspired by a quiet pond and purple-tipped reeds, I engaged deeply with my surroundings, experimenting with focus and composition. I also captured the beauty of thistles before returning home, reconnected with my passion for photography.
Exploring the countryside: Photography on Two Wheels
I find joy in combining cycling and photography, often exploring new routes while capturing spontaneous moments. On a May Sunday, I cycled through Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire, stopping frequently to photograph along the way. It is a spontaneous and almost organic action, creating a vivid connection with my surroundings.