Category: Photography
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The Art of Simplifying: My Evolving Photo Gear Journey
Photography, for me, has always been about capturing the essence of a moment. It’s the interplay of light, shadow, and emotion—frozen in time. Over the years, my gear has changed as much as my vision. What started with a solid Canon DSLR transitioned into the dial filled world of Fuji’s mirrorless system. And now, I…
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Traditional Doors in the Algarve
The Algarve, Portugal’s southernmost region, is renowned for its sun-soaked beaches, picturesque villages, and rich cultural heritage. Among its many treasures are the traditional doors of homes and buildings, each telling a story of history, artistry, and tradition. A Portal to the Past Walking through the cobbled streets of Algarve’s towns and villages, you cannot…
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Birdwatching guide to the Algarve
Portugal tourism produce a very nice guide book – Birdwatching guide to the Algarve. It available in most tourist information offices and online as a Pdf (Link here) If you’re a nature enthusiast or simply someone who enjoys the tranquility of observing wildlife, the Algarve should be on your radar. Known for its stunning coastline…
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A Slice of Tranquility: Living in Liguria’s Hidden Gem
Introduction In 2022, partly inspired by the restrictions of the Covid lockdowns, we made a bold decision—to spend three months living in a remote mountain village in Liguria, Italy. Nestled in the Italian Alps, this tiny village was home to just 10 families and an incredible six miniature churches, a testament to the deep-rooted history…
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Capturing the Avian Wonders of the Algarve
The Algarve, Portugal’s sun-soaked southern region, isn’t just renowned for its stunning beaches and picturesque towns, but also for its thriving birdlife. Nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the rolling hills, the Algarve is a sanctuary for a diverse array of bird species. From vibrant hoopoes and majestic flamingos to elusive golden orioles, this region…
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New site, new home
I spent that last few weeks moving my website for a custom hosted website using WordPress and lots of plugins over to a SmugMug hosted website. Wordpress is a great platform – flexible extensible , but ultimately much to complex for my relatively simple needs. I had a look at lots of options, and finally…
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Preserving Ireland’s Endangered Heritage: A Journey Through Traditional Shops
Introduction This mini-project started a couple of years ago when I walked into a shop that I used to visit as a child in the early 1970s. To my amazement, it had not changed one bit in the intervening 50 odd years, including the lady who worked in the shop. I grabbed my camera and…
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