I’d like to think this is what you’ve all been waiting for, but who am I kidding…this is really a self-indulgence. Regardless, here is the first of a series of posts with images made during my most recent trip to Japan - which already feels like a lifetime ago. For this first set, you have the continuation of my relationship with the Holga.
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Peace park, Nagasaki
Seijaku - Norwich/Nihon
Seijaku - a Japanese aesthetic that is variously described as tranquility in the midst of activity, or stillness of mood, a calmness of mind in a busy life - you get the general idea. Without really realising it, this is a common thread that permeates my pinhole photography, and the images that I have selected to be included in an exhibition to be shown this spring. Read on for more details.
Read MoreRecent Holga
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I traditionally have had a love-hate relationship with Holgas; mainly because they tend to be a pain in the ass and can damage your film if you don’t fettle them appropriately (see images for evidence of this). However, after purchasing Michael Kenna’s seminal book I decided to give them one last try. I’ve got two, plastic lens and glass lens versions. I think I’m beginning to get it.
Read MoreRecent Instant (and the search for the perfect instant camera)
I’ve spent much of 2018 looking for the perfect instant camera - and so have made a metric f$$kton of instant photos. Here are some shots…and some thoughts. Enjoy!
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Entrance, from the playground
Where we used to learn
I grew up in a small Norfolk village, and was one of the last generations (at least I assume so) that went to a true village school. A school so small it had three classrooms and I would guess less than 30 pupils when it was shut when I was 10. I got moved to a bigger school in a neighbouring village. After I left, the school buildings remained…and have just been sold again. I took the opportunity to visit - these are the photos (and some memories).
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From boredom springs an idea
In which I look back at the unanticipated genesis of a project...and muse about what may come next.
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