Monthly Archives: January 2015

Peering into the square

Posted on January 30, 2015 by

Today’s picture is from Gordon Square in Bloomsbury, London.  Bloomsbury was home in the early 1900s to the Bloomsbury Set of leading writers, artists and thinkers, many of whom lived within a stone’s throw of each other in this part … Continue reading →

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A seat amongst the flowers

Posted on January 29, 2015 by

Benches – they often just fade into the background as part of our “street furniture”.  They are something we barely notice, unless we happen to be looking for somewhere to park ourselves for a quick sandwich, or a brief respite … Continue reading →

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Street scene

Posted on January 28, 2015 by

I love exploring the bits of London which are off the tourist trail – in fact this scene is very close to my home in south London.  It was part of a project I did a few years ago with … Continue reading →

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Flashes of colour

Posted on January 27, 2015 by

I’ve been busy working on my photography food and drink project for the Guildhall Library, so I thought I’d ring the changes today and post up a flower picture! I’m always struck by just how much green space there is … Continue reading →

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Laburnum walk

Posted on January 15, 2015 by

Chilly winds, rain and snow seem to be the main themes of the weather at the moment, so here’s something bright for today.  I’ve posted a different image previously of the Laburnum walk at Wilton House, but I think this … Continue reading →

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Battle of Britain Memorial

Posted on January 14, 2015 by

The Battle of Britain Memorial at Capel le Ferne was opened in 1999; I have visited several times over the past few years at different times of day and in different lights, and have never failed to be moved by … Continue reading →

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Looking down the arcade

Posted on January 13, 2015 by

Burlington Arcade, just off Piccadilly, is one of my favourite shopping spaces in London.  I say that, though I should perhaps stress that it’s “window shopping” as my budget generally doesn’t stretch to any of the items on sale!  Nonetheless, … Continue reading →

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