Well not sure how this fits this weeks challenge but in my mind its the meeting new and old. This was taken whilst I stood in the court-yard of the British library. The straight modern edges are for the library whilst the elaborate structure in the back is the top of St Pancras Station which … Continue reading Weekly Photo Challenge: Convergence
Short Story: Cuban Heels – Prt 2
Part Two 'Good morning Ms Monero, you come for breakfast?' It was Anh, my favourite waitress. She was always so politely and had a genuine warmth for people because she loved people and hospitality came naturally to her. She had her hair in a tight, immaculate bun and she always wore just the right amount … Continue reading Short Story: Cuban Heels – Prt 2
Weekly Photo Challenge: Achievement
This was my first attempt at capturing a bird going into flight. I had visited a bird sanctuary, and trying to anticipate this Owl moving off was a real challenge. The other thing was Owls make no sound in flight, so it was quite something when one flew near you or over your head because … Continue reading Weekly Photo Challenge: Achievement
Short Story: Cuban Heels
Part One It was now my first whole day on my holiday and I was in the holiday mood. Totally relaxed, knowing my days were totally mine, to do with as I chose over the next month. The hotel itself was beautiful. I was very happy with my choice, given, I had done the minimum … Continue reading Short Story: Cuban Heels
Weekly Photo Challenge: Minimalist
This was taken during my very first workshop which was in London July 2012. This was Damien Hurst huge 20ft Human Torso statue that was outside the Tate Modern. I only captured the top half as there were lots of people taking pictures around the base. I was fascinated by the statue. Against the plain … Continue reading Weekly Photo Challenge: Minimalist
Photography 101: Water
I took this whilst taking part in a charity walk on the grounds of a beautiful estate. Its slightly larger than this but I cropped it. It was a nice shaded area near the edge of the lake and I just like the water and the reflection of the trees. I am a reflector. Always … Continue reading Photography 101: Water
Daily Prompt: The Spice Of Success
If “failure is the condiment that gives success its flavor” (Truman Capote), how spicy do you like your success stories? The spice of success for me would be chilli and the failure to eat certain types I happily accept! I like my food to have lots of flavour and certain dishes do need a greater … Continue reading Daily Prompt: The Spice Of Success
Weekly Photo Challenge: Descent
Well, what can I say each week has been a challenge for me to find something that fits the brief. So today is a series of three photos out of my holiday photos. These were a few shots taken of a ride I decided to pass on whilst my sister explored her love for adventure. … Continue reading Weekly Photo Challenge: Descent