Silver Ball Cafe, Leica Q2
Andre H
Nigel T
A corner of Winchester Cathedral crypt - Leica Q3 - 28mm
Phil C
Andre H
Brugge has long been a favourite place, and the Begjjnhof one of my favourites places. It always seems peaceful after the crowded, but enjoyable, town. It is a rare year when I have not been - I have close family just a few kilometres further inland...and I prefer it any time other than high summer.
Arthur H
Dave C
David RCross, Leica Q2
Dave S
Harry H
Julian P
Arthur H
"The Apparition of Wells Cathedral!!"
Leica MP-10, Summilux-M 1:1.4/35 ASPH, ISO: 1600, 1/125s, f 1.7
Leica MP-10, Summilux-M 1:1.4/35 ASPH, ISO: 1600, 1/125s, f 1.7
Brian O
My entry this month is from the recent flying weekend at Stow Maries WW1 Aerodrome. It is an in-flight shot of the first British bomber used in WW1 - the Handley Page type 0. Twin engined it was later followed by the type 00 which had two engines. The German bomber Gotha G.V was much bigger, with a wingspan of 77ft. There are models of it in the Aerodrome museum.
Dave C
“Hastings Fuselage Detail"
Leica Q3 43, ISO 400, F10, 1/1000
Leica Q3 43, ISO 400, F10, 1/1000
David R
Dave S
“Security Guard” SL2 APO 50
Harry H
Bird's-Eye View of Neusiedle See
This Shot taken with my M6 on160 Portra Film, on the top-deck of a pleasure boat on the Neusiedle see (LAKE) near Rust in Austria, I just love the colour contrasts.
This Shot taken with my M6 on160 Portra Film, on the top-deck of a pleasure boat on the Neusiedle see (LAKE) near Rust in Austria, I just love the colour contrasts.
Julian P
Walking in the Rosehaugh Estate, August 2025. Leica M240 24mm f/3.4 lens with large crop 1/125 s ISO 2500 f/6.8
Ken G
NYC High Line with M10R - 18-21mm Vario ElmarMalcolm R
“The next morning”, another Panasonic TZ60 shot.
Nigel T
A corner of Winchester Cathedral crypt - Leica Q3 - 28mm
Phil C
Lazy dog owner, Buttermere, Cumbria, Leica M (240) 35mm
Richard B
Wheels with Silos’ - 2023 (Imperial, Nebraska - founded 1885)
Leica M10, 35mm Summilux asph, polariser.
Wheels with Silos’ - 2023 (Imperial, Nebraska - founded 1885)
Leica M10, 35mm Summilux asph, polariser.
Alex B.
ReplyDeleteGood biker image, good range of tones, sharp front to back.
Andre H.
Calming, peaceful, colourful scene.
Arthur H.
Thought provoking record shot.
Brian O.
Interesting colourful flying image.
Dave C.
Mine.
David R.
Great use of monochrome shapes.
Dave S.
A well seen urban composition.
Harry H.
Excellent results, considering the conditions of the day.
Julian P.
Pleasing, colourful woodland scene.
Ken G.
Dynamic low-key, well seen monochrome image.
Malcolm R.
A simple memory capture.
Nigel T.
A good record shot of the crypt, lighting held well.
Phil C.
A strong message, maybe a simpler composition.
Richard B.
Sharp repeating pattern, excellent tonal range.
Alex
ReplyDeleteI’ve passed this cafe many times and never stopped, perhaps I should as the reviews are positive, assume you want a good old fry up, and why not. The bikes in the foreground set the tone for the photo, very nice.
Andre
The daffodils are nicely lit in the scene, almost other worldly. Looks like a peaceful spot.
Arthur
The title works well, drawing us to the small figure in the distance. Nicely framed.
Brian
A lovely record of this historic aircraft in flight, I bet the sound was glorious and you had a good day out.
Dave C
This looks like an aircraft that has had a life, the dramatic sky adding to the drama and reflecting of the fuselage. Looks like it ought to be heading to the Berlin Air Lift!
David R
The model is well caught in the frame, between the X’s, only white and black in the frame which works really well. Strong graphic shapes.
David S
I love the colours in this, reminds me of using film and it reacting to the various light sources. The security guard makes the shot, just keeping an eye on things.
Harry
The symmetry allows the eye to wander peacefully into the frame, the birds stuggling to keep up with the boat. Great colours.
Julian
The distant figure stands out well, a smash of blue in the green and brown landscape.
Ken
The drama of the street, long shadows adding a tough of drama, each person going about their lives.
Malcolm
An excellent title, a single glass and four chairs. It is mysterious and begs a number of questions.
Nigel
The lighting adds depth to the sculpture and the framing draws the eye in following the arched roof. I imagine it is an overlooked corner, you have done well to spot and turn into a good frame.
Mine
Richard
Wonderful tonal range, it feels as though you can reach out and touch the wheels, textural almost.
Alex B: Mine
ReplyDeleteAndre H: A very nice image. I like the way the limited colour palette of the surroundings really brings out the boldness of the green and yellows of the lawn area.
Arthur H: An excellent image. You’ve handled the highlights and shadows well.
Brian O: A very good record shot.
Dave C: An excellent monochrome. Good detail and composition, with a nice range of tones. The sky looks a bit ominous.
David R: Excellent work.
Dave S: Another excellent image.
Harry H: I like the symmetry of this shot.
Julian P: A very relaxing woodland image. The figure and dog are well placed. I wonder where they are going?.
Ken G: Excellent work. I like the the way the shadows and reflections from the windows play in the foreground.
Malcolm R: Nice work.
Nigel T: Lovely detail.
Phil C: Yes - that does annoy me when I’m out walking. Irresponsible dog-owners!! A good record shot.
Richard B: Excellent work. I like the tonal range: nice deep shadows and the highlights just held.
Yes Alex. See my comments later. I did recognise your image as the cafe frequented by bikers on the A10. My family home was London and I spent my woking life in Cambridge and always used the A10.
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ReplyDeleteWhat a fine picture of the US mid west!
Mine of Brugge
Arthur H
Nice interior of Wells Cathdral
Brian O
Lovely ‘Up and under’’ image of the Handley Page type 0
Dave C
What a graphic image!
David R Cross
Perfect composition and good use of the structure.
David S Security Guard
Super collection of brick walls and the lit up section with the
Guard is perfcetly placed.
Harry H Birs Eye View
The pleasure boat seems to me to take over the image
Julian P Walking in the Rosehaugh Estate
Pleasing view of the track with fine light on the trees.
Ken G NYC High Line
Good use of contre jour lighting and dominant shadows
Malcolm R Next Morning
Just one glass?
Nigel T Winchester Cathdral
Well found. . .lighting is eerie, and the statuary eually so.
Phil C Lazy Dog Owner
I think I am misssing the point here.
Richrd B Wheels with Silos
Wheels are fine, silos are dull background.
Hello Andre. The Silver ball Cafe is just south of the town of Royston on the A10 - the old London to Cambridge trunk road. Mind you, it is very flat out there.
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ReplyDelete1. Alex B. This certainly gives the impression of a bikers cafe, four bikes and four customers making the most of the fresh air and sun.
2. Andre H. Low sun brings the daffodils to life whilst keeping the buildings in shadow. Very effective lighting.
3. Arthur H. The small figure caught in the centre of the nave adds that little extra to this well known view of Wells. The on screen image is badly let down by the presentation.
4. Brian O. Nicely recorded, the underside of the wings seem extraordinarily light given that this is shot against open sky (perhaps they are translucent?).
5. Dave C. Super contrasty and super dramatic with lots of detail in the fuselage.
6. David R. The structure makes a fine backdrop waiting for the figure that is captured in just the right position, the fine border is a nice finishing touch.
7. Dave S. Fascinating variety of shapes and contrasting colours here, the shadowy figure of the guard in his yellow jacket is the sole indication that the building is not deserted.
8. Harry H. The vibrant colours and geometric shapes of the deck contrast and complement the softer colours and contours of the lake. An unusual and very effective composition.
9. Julian P. Looks to be a great place to walk through. The man and his dog completes the scene.
10. Ken G. Very graphic, the diagonal streaks of light in one direction crossing the diagonal shadows in the opposite direction combined with the lines of the paving in a third direction make an intriguing shot.
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12. Nigel T. The weather worn statue of the king/bishop/saint? after centuries of having looked out over the city is now relegated to the crypt and doomed to stand there for evermore, sad really but he is only made of stone so perhaps he does not mind.
13. Phil C. A wry comment on society’s misuse of the countryside, the plastic bag is bad enough never mind its contents.
14. Richard B. A strong pattern picture making good use of light and shade. What are/ were the wheels used for and how are they related to the silos - puzzling.
Hi Malcolm. The photo does not tell the story. The grain silos in the Prairies (Midwest) are on the freight railheads, where railway maintenance yards are also often found. The train wheels are new stock, in storage, Richard.
DeleteAlex B - well framed and rendered to convey the cafe’s bike links and retro feel, the image really takes us there
ReplyDeleteAlex B - this has inspired me to book a trip to Bruges for next March - excellent how you have used the light to highlight three swathes - tress, daffodils and buildings
Arthur H - a classic cathedral shot with an enticing twist via the intriguing title
Brian O - well caught to give us a close view of a historic machine
Dave C - powerful toning evokes the decaying fuselage while the portentous clouds add threat.
David R - perfectly caught and executed to contrast the fixed geometric construction and the the fluid human silhouette
Mine
Harry H - creative use of framing and tone to make a pleasingly quirky image that engages the views imagination
Julian P - immerses both the walker and and viewer alike in all enveloping canopy of arboreal tranquility
Ken G - harsh stretched shadows give an air of edge and punch which suggests a dynamic urban scene
Malcolm R - the image and title together conjure an intriguing narrative - one glass, four chairs…
Nigel T - lighting tone and colour evoke a powerful sense of the carved figure watching over the artefacts
Phil C - middle distance composition works really well to make the viewer search ou the offending bag and convey the rural amenity this person has disregarded
Richard.B - the image simultaneously static and dynamic, clarity and tonal range combining to convey function and strength…as if we can feel the working of the wheels
1. Alex B. This scene, a biker meeting, is straight out of the 1960s. I had to look up the Silver Ball Cafe, curious to know if it has a long biker history - Brighton, Skegness or Margate perhaps. But no, it’s inland, just 10 miles from my own home, and new to me!
ReplyDelete2. Andre H. Lovely light and long shadows accompany this field of glorious daffodils. There is a keen sense of place, the distant figures adding to the composition.
3. Arthur H. The nave of a cathedral should be welcoming. Focus solely on the distinctive (owl-like) scissor arch and there is a sense of foreboding, similarly the white-clad figure. The humour in the title is apt. It is not sharp on my screen.
4. Brian O. Always look up! The underbelly of the aeroplane is nicely lit, signs of movement in the propeller add to a sense of flight.
5. Dave C. A busy scene with detail recorded in the fuselage, seemingly unloved. The sky is not the best complement; perhaps a long exposure would have assisted, although the moment may take priority.
6. David R. An effective silhouette, timed to perfection to ensure there is no confusion between the lady and the cross-bracing of the walkway.
7. Dave S. Almost surreal, rich in colour and texture. The colour belies the ‘brutal' nature of the dominant concrete forms of the theatre. A security guard lurks within, lit by the warmer tones, seemingly caught - entombed - in our National Theatre.
8. Harry H. An intriguing perspective that plays tricks and holds my eye. The title tells all, yet the blue foreground could also be an elevated, static promenade on the shore.
9. Julian P. An appealing pictorial woodland scene, painterly, taken at a higher ISO. Matters not that the highlights appear to have lost detail.
10. Ken G. Rendered in monochrome, high contrast lighting is used creatively to guide the viewer to the rows of pedestrians. Unfortunately, the point of focus is wanting (to my mind).
11. Malcolm R. Four chairs, but just one glass; we can but wonder. The white tones of the ornate furniture are a perfect complement to the green background.
12. Nigel T. Invited into the crypt, rich in history - the art of the stonemason - I want to discover more. Nice lighting.
13. Phil C. Humour juxtaposed with a serious message. Well seen. I hope you kept your distance!
14. My photo.
Hello Richard. The cafe is on the A10 which is the old London to Cambridge trunk road. I think it used to be a service stop - it has the old petrol filling area (but no pumps) and a mechanics shop as well as the cafe. It has seen better days, but the food is good if basic.
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ReplyDeleteAlex B. :- Silver Bell Cafe.
Looks like it could have been a shot straight out of the 50s-60s, well balance image with Lovely Tones.
Andre H. :- No Title.
The Carpet of daffodils make this image, nice colours.
Arthur H. :- “The Apparition of wells cathedral!!”
Nice Shot of iconic Cathedral.
Brian O. :- No Title.
Historic Flying Machine , Nicely captured.
Dave C. :- “Hastings fuselage detail’
Very dramatic sky! Looks almost like an infrared b/w conversion effect, great detail in the plans Fuselage.
David R. :-Cross
Nicely captured silhouette figure in-between the two X structures.
Dave S. :- “Security Guard”
I love the different coloured tones of light on the buildings within this image.
Harry H. :-Mine.
Julian P. :- no Title
The green foliage with the browns of the trees look great and work’s well together, and the lone dog walker adds a focal point to this image.
Ken G. :- NYC High line
The long shadows make this image, light and dark working together.
Malcolm R. :- The next morning.
Makes you wonder what happened the night before.
Nigel T. :- A corner of Winchester cathedral crypt.
Nice detail, well captured.
Phil C. :- Lazy dog owner.
Maybe picking up the package on the way home.
Richard B. :- wheels with silos.
Circles-straight lines and curves, nice mono image showing so many geographical shapes.
Alex B: Nicely done. I feel I know the location, but it would be remarkable if I had visited. The framing is excellent.
ReplyDeleteAndre H: We have visited Brugge together with Leica Circle 16. So this is the sort of scene I remember but at a different time of year. Thank you for this reminder.
Arthur H: A great subject. The tones are excellent. I use software to correct for converging verticals, and your image would have pleased me more if you had done so.
Brian O: All too sharp!! It would have been better to have blur in the propellar, and some thing else perhaps to show movement.
Dave C: You have excellent technique. You have made drama out of “still life”.
David R: What style! There is a mystery here because of the absence of detail in the figure. Perfect.
Dave S: The colour palette has been very well exploited. This is very satisfying.
Harry H: Another image where the colour is everything.
Julian P: My own image.
Ken G: A dramatic interior, but, forgive me, I do not understand the title at all. NYC High Line??
Malcolm R: A sober and good record that has a title I can understand.
Nigel T: An excellent photograph. I suspect the RAW file needed some work to get your very satisfactory result.
Phil C: A far too common sight. I have never understood the mentality of those who do this. Thank you for the picture.
Richard B: Technically excellent, but (again this month) a title which means nothing to me. I do know what a silo is. Does Imperial mean they are UK gauge? What has Nebraska to do with this. And what is “founded” ?? Something to do with a foundry perhaps??
Thank you, Julian. "Imperial, Nebraska" is the place name; "1885" the date when the town was "founded".
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