For me, these images have a sensual quality.
The Western Ghats: The mountains – getting familiar
At first, my creativity was quelled. Being in the same place for a number of weeks, with the same old views, from the same old positions can stifle the desire to explore. It can also lead to a more intimate awareness of the nuances of light. For the last fifteen or more years I have stared … Continue reading
Cardamom House: Time to experiment
Back in Portsmouth I may sit down with brushes and paints, but my creativity often feels constrained by other demands on my time and the limitations of my intentions. Having two months at Cardamom House gives plenty of time to try out ideas and experiment. Here are three different watercolour styles. At times, it has … Continue reading
End of Year Reflections
For me, New Year’s Eve is a time for reflection, a time for taking stock. In addition, as the year draws to a close, my attentions are drawn to: writing a paper on how we connect with place, and selecting images that might be suitable for the forthcoming Emsworth Arts Trail. Again, I have become aware … Continue reading
Skye: The Hunt for the Aurora
The Aurora Borealis is visible on Skye on many nights each year. I have witnessed these curtains of light pulsating across the sky in Norway and Finland, but the prospect of seeing them in Scotland was attractive. However, the trip was blighted with swirling clouds and mist. It was on the last two days that … Continue reading
Iceland: Sea and Sky
As I reflect on photographs that I have noted as ones that I am reasonably happy with, it becomes clear that I am drawn to images of sea and sky …. moody atmospheric skies …. light dancing on water …. a sense of magic. These images are from a trip to Iceland, a European Conference … Continue reading
Cardamom House: Christmas Moon
There are times, with night photography, when I am convinced that I have the perfect shot. On Christmas Night as the full moon rose over the ridge to the east of Cardamom House, in Tamil Nadu, I believed I had had such a success. However, downloading revealed that I may have had a six-sided flash … Continue reading
Kiln Building
The staff at Cardamom House, in Tamil Nadu, have many skills. These skills include construction work and pottery. The approval of the temple potter had to be sought, because it is through his hands that he communicates with the Gods. It was important that the team would recognise this spiritual connection. They were wary of constructing … Continue reading
Taking time
Many photographers influence my work. I am drawn to the simplicity of Michael Kenna’s black and white images, encouraging a contemplative response. I also appreciate David Ward’s images. When viewing a landscape he is drawn to the obscure, to the details that those focussing on the grand scale may not notice.. This morning … Continue reading
Prinsted: Still air and dancing light
A short walk along the shore at Prinsted has given so many opportunities for photography. These have ‘watercolour skies’. Thanks to Emsworth artist, Nic Cowper, for encouraging me to look at landscapes in a new way.