London: Through the lens

As a photographer, visiting London feels like stepping into a treasure trove of iconic landmarks, historical architecture, and diverse cityscapes. Whether you’re a professional or an amateur, the city offers countless opportunities to capture stunning images that tell a unique story. In this blog post, I’ll explore some of the most photogenic locations in London, […]

Blowing Bubbles on the Thames

Bubbles on the River Thames, London, United Kingdom

Don’t burst my bubble! Due to COVID-19 I’ve not been able to get out much to shoot new photos, but I have a hell of a backlog. This image was captured last year while in London on a business trip. I usually stay on Bankside near the Tate Modern and the River Thames. This location […]

London Photography – October 2018

Tower Bridge Light Trails

London Calling?  In October I had a business trip over to London to attend the Payment Card Industry Community Meeting as well as a visit to our European HQ offices. While there was a ton of work to do in the ten days I spent there, I did have a number of opportunities to get out […]

On the road again – Redux

On the Road Again

Oh the “fun” of business travel … On the Road Again … and again … [Updated post and maps 14-Oct-2016 – Edinburgh and London/Bracknell added – link to previous version of this insanity ] Its a day that ends in “Y” so I must be on the road again … This time I am off to […]

Trafalgar Square Fountain

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Trafalgar Square Fountain and Skeleton Last month I was in London for work, and had a weekend to walk and shoot (photos silly – it is England after all …). I walked out to the National Portrait Gallery and Trafalgar Square and grabbed a bunch of images, including this one of one of the fountains in […]

Westminster Abbey – Black and White HDR

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Westminster Abbey Another image of Westminster Abbey from my trip to London in January. This one was captured using a Sigma 12-24mm lens at about 17mm on my Nikon d610. The HDR was created from two sets of three exposures (-2, -1, 0, +1, +2)  merged in AuroraHDR Pro and then tweaked about until I was happy […]

Saint Paul’s Cathedral, London

Saint Paul's Cathedral from the River Thames

Saint Paul’s Cathedral from the Banks of the Thames I recently returned from a business trip to London and surrounding areas, and had some free time to walk around and take photos. It was interesting to be alone in a city again, with only my camera. On this night, the Thames was at low tide, […]

Home again … or?

Home again … or on my way again? So, for the past three weeks or so I’ve been on the road in Europe for a work trip Bracknell UK, London, Frankfurt and Paris. Luckily I was able to take my wife along for some of the travels and also my camera and new lenses. I’m […]