March 2016
Whitby Harbour
Whitby Harbour
Whitby harbour has been been around for centuries and has undergone many improvements. This has given the the piers a lot of character, ideal for photography. Whitby is one of those towns that has that “ye olde world” feel. Many of the buildings have been around for centuries too. Originally a prime spot for trade and piracy Whitby had become an idilic place worth visiting every year.
Incidentally Whitby is one of only a few places where, in summer, you can see the sunrise and sunset.
This photo has been processed to give it a gritty feel, and a little colour popping. The duo tones add some depth, the strong blues contrasting with subtle warm tones.
Nikon D800
Sigma 17-35mm lens @35mm
Aperture: f9
Shutter Speed: 1/320
ISO: 100
February 2016
Pop Art
Pop Art
I know this is a play on words, but the composition needed lifting, and I felt the title was rather befitting. Both the colour and the black and white version were missing something. I did prefer the black and white over the colour, but this pear needed to shout out.
Taken in my make shift studio.
Nikon D800
Nikon 60 mm Micro lens
Aperture: f14
Shutter Speed: 1/160
ISO: 100
January 2016
The Jetty – Bretton Park
The Jetty
Not quite at sea. This old jetty looks old, possible from the 1920’s. Most of the structure now gone and the lake silted up and the water level low. It’s a reminder of better days, of boat trips and entertainment on the water. Now silent, calm and forgotten.
The rest of Bretton Park is a bussle of people and ever changing sculptures. A great place to visit and ample space for the kids to run around.
Nikon D800
Nikon 50mm f1.8
Aperture: f8
Shutter Speed: 1/160
ISO: 100
December 2015
The Laurel Inn – Robin Hoods Bay
The Laurel Inn
Robin Hoods Bay is full of character. This inn, despite it’s modern additions to the building, still bears the marks of it’s past. Here, what appears to be, a Laurel tree stands growing in the tiny area in front of the inn.
Nikon D300
Sigma 17-35mm lens @35mm
Aperture: f11
Shutter Speed: 1/320
ISO: 200
November 2015
Fog & Poppies – Bretton Park
Fog & Poppies
This was taken during the recent Poppies exhibition at Bretton Park. This was the first time they were displayed outside of London. Although taken in picturesque surroundings we mustn’t forget the terrible conditions the brave soldiers of the First World War fought in. The fog represents those conditions.
Nikon D800
Nikon 50mm f1.8
Aperture: f9
Shutter Speed: 1/80
ISO: 100
October 2015
Thunder Clouds – Scarborough
Thunder Clouds
Deep and forboding thunder clouds brewing after a nice sunny day in Scarborough. In the distance you can see the rain falling. The view over a relatively calm sea hints at bad weather on its way.
Not exactly a Turner, you wouldn’t catch me tied to a ship’s mast taking photographs. But it does illustrate a sense of drama.
Nikon D300
Sigma 17-35mm lens @35mm
Aperture: f11
Shutter Speed: 1/500
ISO: 200
September 2015
Boats in Whitby Harbour
Boats in Whitby Harbour
I enjoy being in Whitby. Whitby presents many photographic opportunities like these boats. The yellow of this boat really pops out against the monochromatic sea and jetty. The blue subtly contrasts against the yellow also.
Would make a nice painting too.
Nikon D800
Sigma 17-35mm lens @35mm
Aperture: f8
Shutter Speed: 1/200
ISO: 100
August 2015
Ellerby Lane – Whitby
Ellerby Lane
Known for it’s Gothic Abbey and it’s fishing and sea history Whitby has plenty of character, and dare I say it, characters. There are many a dark alley way and it is easy to imagine the things that may have occurred down one of them.
I found this street sign to be quite graphic in style, set against a whitewashed wall.
Nikon D800
Sigma 17-35mm lens @35mm
Aperture: f6.3
Shutter Speed: 1/160
ISO: 100
July 2015
Pomegranate
Pomegranate
Originating, it is believed, in modern day Iran, but is now cultivated all around the world. It has now been recognised as a super fruit with lots of health benefits.
A beautiful fruit and very photogenic. This image was back lit which accentuates the shape, structure and colour of the fruit.
Nikon D800
Nikon 60 mm Micro lens
Aperture: f14
Shutter Speed: 2sec
ISO: 100
June 2015
Fountains Abbey
Fountains Abbey
Fountains Abbey is one of the largest and best preserved ruined Cistercian monasteries in England. Founded in 1132, the abbey operated for over 400 years, until 1539, when Henry VIII ordered the Dissolution of the Monasteries.
This was taken from the Great Cloister through a window. An unusual view to say the least. I like the depth the colours and shadows create within the scene.
Nikon D300
Sigma 17-35mm lens @35mm
Aperture: f11
Shutter Speed: 1/200
ISO: 200
May 2015
Kirkstall Abbey
Kirkstall Abbey
Kirkstall Abbey is a Cistercian monastery in Leeds, West Yorkshire. It’s construction was completed between 1152 when the monks arrived in Kirkstall and the end of Alexander’s abbacy in 1182.
The photograph is of some of the original flooring in the grounds of the Abbey which has survived for over 800 years.
The ruins have been drawn and painted by artists such as J.M.W. Turner, Thomas Girtin and John Sell Cotman.
Nikon D800
Nikon 60 mm Micro lens
Aperture: f4.5
Shutter Speed: 1/250
ISO: 100
April 2015
Brimham Rocks
Brimham Rocks, located near Harrogate, North Yorkshire, reminds me of a prehistoric place. As you leave your car and take a steady walk toward the rocks modern life starts to leave you behind and you enter a world bound with raw natural beauty. If you deviate from the main path and walk amongst the rocks and plants look about you, it’s easy to imagine a Tyrannosaurus Rex suddenly appearing from from behind a large rock.
A wonderful place that fires the imagination.
Nikon D300
Sigma 17-35mm lens
Aperture: f11
Shutter Speed: 1/250
ISO: 200
March 2015
Post Box
March is upon us, Spring is on it’s way.
Everyday objects are so often taken for granted. This bright red post box has character and needed some attention. It was taken while on a walkabout of the outskirts of town I live in. Located in the area where the world’s woolen industry’s elite lived, over a century ago. Obviously the post box is more recent, bearing the Monarch’s insignia.
Nikon D300
Nikon 60mm Macro Lens
Aperture: f8
Shutter Speed: 1/50
ISO: 200