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Following my previous attempt with a tulip, I thought I would grab a lily and put my macro lens to work again. The fine details and intricate shapes within this flower, often overlooked at a quick glance, are quite surprising. © [John Mallaney] and [jdmallaney … Continue reading
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Thought I would kill some time the other evening and have an attempt at still life photography using a colourful bunch of tulips. However, whilst setting up I inadvertently knocked over the vase, rendering most of my subjects unusable. Left … Continue reading
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Although I am Scottish and supposed to be acclimatised to the driech weather, it does come as a shock to the system when we get these occasional cold snaps down south. Indeed, spare a thought for some of the poor wee blighters below whose … Continue reading
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Managed to take some shots of a flock of Waxwings (about 40) whilst they were gorging on berries and taking advantage of a sunny and clear day. Approximately 5000 have migrated to the UK from Scandinavia this year in search of … Continue reading
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Rather late I know but finally my last post following my trip to the beautiful Isle of Skye in September. If you have not yet visited, do so; not even the good old Scottish weather puts a dampener on the stunning landscapes. As … Continue reading
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I popped out to Tring reservoir in Hertfordshire a couple of weeks ago whilst the sun was out. Not a lot was happening, or is that just an excuse for not staying out too long in this cold weather? Probably the latter … Continue reading
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Continuing my Isle of Skye posts, and this time a very enjoyable boat trip to Loch Coruisk. Although there are many boat operators, we decided to opt for ‘Misty Isle’ as they appeared to be a very friendly family-orientated bunch, … Continue reading
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Here are a few shots whilst on the road in Skye – just over the bridge in Plockton, which is affectionately known as the ‘Jewel of the Highlands’ .Also posted are a number of shots of the ruins of the medieval Cill … Continue reading
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More shots from my memorable trip to the Isle of Skye, this time taking in Kilt Rock waterfall and the Fairy Pools. Kilt Rock is a 200 ft high cliff situated on the east coast of Skye’s Trotternish Peninsula. The … Continue reading
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