Monthly Archives: May 2011

Storm in a Buttercup

May
31
2011
by Adrian | 4 Comments

Stormy In A Buttercup

Ok Ok so it’s the corniest title ever!!! ..lol

just had a lovely riverbank walk with Stormy, she played with the horses and chased butterflies and bees and most importantly came back when I whistled her…bless her

 

Nearly finished malting for summer, thank goodness, (Stormy that is) we have a full and I mean full shopping bag of compacted white fluffy fur, I have heard it’s good for duvets and pillows so we’ll hang on to it.

beautiful sunshine with a slight breeze, and its going to get better, Peaks Thursday

Adrian

People Power

May
31
2011
by Adrian | 2 Comments

People Power

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Definitely a bit if a weird one for me this weekend, we went to York on Saturday, the weather wasn’t very good at all, Stormy decided to get her stubborn head on and pulled all the way round which made for an unpleasant walk in such a lovely place, she was a little better when we did the river walk later.

We came across this image, weird to say the least, all lined up side by side a group of Quakers doing a silent peaceful anti war protest, no one was in front of them they looked very much out of place so I thought “why not” I did ask first and said “you don’t have to smile” which they obliged by staying Stearn faced and very much in character.

I find people fascinating and if you look at this large each face tells a lifetime of stories…..makes you wonder!

Back out later in the week , and hopefully have some good news Thu/Fri

Adrian

Winscar Reservoir Sunset

May
25
2011
by Adrian | 4 Comments

Winscar Reservoir Sunset

Had an outing last night to catch the sunset at Winscar Reservoir, met up with Gary Stevenson, thanks for the company and a great chat. The conversation as it usually does got round to “why do people buy photographs”, is it because they remind you of somewhere you have been a memory….but why don’t they take them for themselves they have hi res camera phones nowadays.

I believe very strongly in creating an image that evokes emotion, hopefully a happy peaceful one not a dreary dark image although they may have a place in photography but not generally on your living room wall. With the use of filters I try and exaggerate and enhance the light, colour and overall feel of the location, smooth dreamy water  with glowing sun kissing the surface, ” if M & S did reservoir shots” and all that….but it SELLS and that’s the fact. Sometimes reality isn’t enough, sometimes we don’t want to have to use our imagination to create emotion, the image can do all this for you.

My emotion,

“as I sat on the bank of the reservoir alone tripod spread full stretch to the muddy bank, the wind whistling round my head kicking up drops of cool water and  splashing my face. The sun dipping behind the distant rocks as though winking good night  and casting a golden glow across the surface for me and for me only. The foreground rocks still warm from the days sun begin to cool and the remnants of light fade from their rugged edges. Geese fly by looking for a safe nighttime location to rest their wings in contrast to the drifting clouds, then you realise, all is well”.

Funny isn’t it but writing this brought back everything I felt whilst there last night, it’s how I see every shot I take, there isn’t a shot on my site that doesn’t contain part of my emotion and passion for this work, well it isn’t work its LOVE, and if I can pass on 1/10th of my emotion to you the viewer then I’m honoured.

Again many thanks to Gary, look forward to the next outing

have a great Wednesday

Adrian

ONE SHOT. ISO 200, f/22, 47s, Lee Big Stopper, Lee Clear Mist

I just noticed there is a marshmallow mans face on the right in the clouds…..lol

 

St Andrews Old Church

May
24
2011
by Adrian | 2 Comments

St Andrews Old Church

 

The earliest known record of a church at Upleatham
dates from the 12th century when land, together with
a church, was granted to Guisborough Priory;
however, the discovery in the churchyard last century
of a stone cross fragment of 9th century date suggests
that people may have worshipped at this place long
before the Conquest.
The church is rectangular in plan and measures 6 m
by 4 m within. At its western end stands a square
tower dated 1684. This tower, which replaced an earlier
bell-cote, butts on to the west wall. The south wall
shows signs of much reconstruction. The former
existence of a south aisle is suggested at the exterior
by voussoirs which form two arches above later
infilling. The north wall seems to be the best preserved
since it includes ten Norman corbels in its upper
course.

Out for a sunset tonight, cant wait

Adrian

Summer Warmer

May
23
2011
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Sunset Beach

Well it’s official, I need to get to the coast urgently, this weekends weather was a waste of time and we didn’t get anywhere apart from a long walk with Stormy, it was her 1st birthday, awwww bless her, you can tell we don’t have kids..lol and sadly it’s a year since we lost Timba our wolf/husky cross, she’s missed terribly even though we have our Stormy.

Shot is from Rhosniegr where we will be going in a couple of weeks again, as ever in search of a house, one day we’ll find it I’m sure. I need to do some more exploring and get to the North West of the island.

Sunset planned for tomorrow night Dark Peak area weather permitting, not looking so good at the moment but we’ll see tomorrow.

 

have a great week

Adrian

 

 

 

 

 

 

Timba

Friday Falls

May
20
2011
by Adrian | 2 Comments

Edale Falls

 

What a wonderful Friday, sun is shining and we have the weekend to look forward to. Off to the coast hopefully for a seascape I have to get my fix every few weeks and Stormy is in need of a good run. This shot is another from Edale and yes its a knee deep in the water type of shot, but very well worth it I think.

I do remember its easier to get into than out of the pool as your boots are wet and slippery on the banking, especially while you have your kit on your back and tripod in one hand.

Hope you all have a great weekend

 

Adrian

Boulders ‘n’ Water

May
19
2011
by Adrian | 7 Comments

Edale Boulders

Very simple but hopefully effective shot of boulders at Edale as the stream trickles through rocks and make a gentle splash into the granite lined pool, 9 second shot so the water is creamy and reflective.

Been feeling quite low recently after finding out about a friends betrayal….not nice I know but then when you really think about it you shouldn’t let the little things in life bother you. This morning Joanne  said “I love you” which is something not said daily as I guess well most days she doesn’t!! by that I mean we’re not one of those couples who need false reassuring every day. And you know what I suddenly felt a lot better, a weight lifted from my shoulders and I can see clearly now with a purposeful direction. This must be what they call the power of love. Knowing you have each other fighting in your corner even if they don’t say it 20 times a day by text etc is all you need sometimes.

 

So this is for Joanne my ROCK

 

Love you

 

Adrian

Sunrise Soldiers

May
18
2011
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Sunrise Soldiers

Thought I would make Wednesday a brighter and more uplifting day  with this shot I took a little while ago at Spurn Point on the east coast, the suns rays just making a guest appearance through the morning clouds are they are burnt away. The old wooden breakers standing guard against the tide and protecting the beach against the seas advances.

It can sometimes be a little eerie as the wind whistles and whispers through the breakers, but the sight of that sunrise kissing the sky soon makes you feel at ease and safe.

 

Out in The peaks tomorrow doing hopefully a star trail sequence with Stormy, weather permitting

 

have a great day

Adrian

Stormy Stare

May
13
2011
by Adrian | 3 Comments

Stormy Stare

Friday the 13th ….hhhmmmmm we need some good luck today then

For some its to do with the Witches Sabbath for others its The Knights Templar. Who cares when all we need to do is look into those gorgeous eyes of Stormy and know that all is well and that the word “Chicken” can make a little husky look at you as though you’re  the only thing that matters in the world

 

have a great weekend

 

Adrian

Millstone Edge Millstone

May
12
2011
by Adrian | 6 Comments

Millstone Edge Millstone

Second shot from the walk up on Millstone Edge this week, its a little dangerous as you walk along the path, steep slopes to the right and difficult undergrowth and rocks to the left, not a great combination when you’re trying to carry a tripod and camera over one shoulder and a manic pulling husky with the other.

I must admit though it is a breath taking place and with unspoilt views across Hope Valley and beyond make it a well worth visit.

Hopefully out tonight sunset and star trails….weather dependent

Adrian

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