Looking at intimate details in boatyards I often see “found landscapes” where the colours and marks resemble a seascape, landscape or river view. I set myself a challenge, to look for the bigger picture rather than at a detailed scene … Read More
This is not a calm image, there is a lot going on. The swirling reflections of bright colours dance around the square frame…the only orderly thing there is! In reality, the scene in Newlyn harbour was very tranquil and quiet. … Read More
The harbour was almost empty, the fine weather having tempted the fishing boats out to sea. The largest two boats left behind were tied up alongside the quay, sitting quietly, bathed in the late afternoon sunshine. One was partly covered … Read More
It’s always very exciting when I arrive at a harbour to see what opportunities there are to create a striking image. Initially on this visit to Newlyn in Cornwall, one of my favourite places for photographing boats and reflections, I … Read More
Often in winter colours can be quite muted but not so if you go to a fishing harbour in Cornwall when the sun is out. I was confident the clarity of the blue and white boat reflections along with the … Read More
When all the conditions are just right it’s possible to take an image that’s bright and full of colour with interesting shapes just looking at the water. It’s not only full sun, not too high in the sky, but little … Read More