Grotte de Lacave, Dordogne. Leica Q2, 1/50 sec, f/4 @ ISO 3200.
Andre H
Brian O
Dave C
David Ro
Dave S
This is c1520 carving. I have had the opportunity to amble in southern Germany and am very interested by the way in which such work is created. My initial use came from a huge book called simply ‘Carved Alterpieces' which is is very focused on Germany and Austria .
Brian O
As you know I am supporter of the restored WW1 Aerodrome at Stow Maries near where I live. This was a re-enactment day and these are two chaps playing German soldiers - an officer and private. It’s the look one is giving the other I liked. Shades of Dads Army! That’s why I call it ‘Achtung” (attention). Q2M with orange filter.
Dave C
“Daisy in a boxing gym” Leica SL2S 24/90, ISO 100, 1/160, F/4, at 90mm
David Ro
"In worlds of their own"
I was struck by these guys so oblivious to each other yet just a few feet apart. Three men totally caught in their own thoughts.
Taken in The Shambles in York. A fabulous place for people watching and street photography.
Leica M10D with a 35mm Summicron.
I was struck by these guys so oblivious to each other yet just a few feet apart. Three men totally caught in their own thoughts.
Taken in The Shambles in York. A fabulous place for people watching and street photography.
Leica M10D with a 35mm Summicron.
Dave S
One of the people (and dogs) arriving at Covent Garden for the Grand Flaneurs Walk, SL3/24-90
Dave T
Elaine J
Harry H
Kawing C
Malcolm R
Mark F
Peter D
Phil C
Richard B
Dave T
A Patch of Colour’. Taken on a very dreary day in March at St Nicholas’ Church in Dereham, Norfolk when the whole world looked monochrome apart from these few daffodils.
Leica T (Typ 701), TTArtisan 23mm f/1.4 Manual APS-C lens, 23mm at f/1.4, 1/1000 sec at 100 ISO
Leica T (Typ 701), TTArtisan 23mm f/1.4 Manual APS-C lens, 23mm at f/1.4, 1/1000 sec at 100 ISO
Elaine J
Chatsworth through the loop, Lumix FZ1000
Harry H
"Spiral staircase Museum of Liverpool", March26 with D-lux-7
Kawing C
"Unbothered"
A Britain First rally took place in Birmingham City Centre on Saturday 20th June which were opposed by approximately a thousand counter protesters, hundreds of police officers were deployed to keep the two groups separated who were hurling abuse at each other over speaker phones, some managed to slip pass the police lines and there were some face to face confrontations. In the middle of all the chaos I came across this lonely gentleman sitting on a wall and peacefully enjoying a coffee, minding his own business and completely unbothered about the masked protestors that completely surrounded him.
Equipment used: Leica M11-P and Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 ASPH
A Britain First rally took place in Birmingham City Centre on Saturday 20th June which were opposed by approximately a thousand counter protesters, hundreds of police officers were deployed to keep the two groups separated who were hurling abuse at each other over speaker phones, some managed to slip pass the police lines and there were some face to face confrontations. In the middle of all the chaos I came across this lonely gentleman sitting on a wall and peacefully enjoying a coffee, minding his own business and completely unbothered about the masked protestors that completely surrounded him.
Equipment used: Leica M11-P and Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 ASPH
Ken G
Storm clouds over Hadrians Wall, Leica LUX App
Ken L
Ken L
“Sun Salutation” (7metre Sculpture “Faith” by Anton Smit at Leonardslee House) April 2026.
Leica Q3 43, ISO 100, 43mm, f/8, 1/160s.
Leica Q3 43, ISO 100, 43mm, f/8, 1/160s.
Malcolm R
“Looking for breakfast”, shot on my TZ60 at 6-40 am on May Day, 400 iso, 1/50, f6.
Mark F
Great Dixter. Lecia M240, Summilux-M 50mm.
Peter D
Delivery Rider having a doze in the 35C sun. Marylebone High Street, London; Leica M3 5cm f2 'cron; Ilford FP4 1/125 f16; PP in Darktable
Phil C
Walking the dog, Leica LUX App
Richard B
‘Deep Concentration’ (taken in the former Peckham Asylum, now derelict: June 2026)
Leica M11M/50mm Summilux asph - natural light from window
Leica M11M/50mm Summilux asph - natural light from window
ReplyDelete1. Alex B. The landscape of another world - timeless.
2. Andre H. Having no background, the figure has no context, we have no idea of its size or material - is it a museum piece?
3. Brian O. Well caught moment. Dad’s Army or Grandads?
4. Dave C. Interesting portrait in strange surroundings. The black shadow on the right touches the models forehead.
5. David Ro. There is a fourth, curiously headless, figure framed in the right hand window pane. It could be argued that he and the chap on his phone add to the story, it could also be argued that they are irrelevant and the photo is much stronger without them.
6. Dave S. Eccentrically dressed but that is the whole point of the event. You have managed to separate the trio from the rest of the crowd.
7. Dave T. A welcome splash of colour after the dark days of winter, but the bright background does vie for attention.
8. Elaine J. A novel view of Chatsworth, the temptation to include the other right hand wing of the sculpture has been wisely resisted.
9. Harry H. Circles and spirals, it always pays to look up, maybe a touch more contrast ?
10. Kawing C. The old man’s profile is nicely contrasted against the dark clothing of the sinister masked figures behind him. He is a point of such calm and disinterest amidst the anger and potential violence surrounding him that it is almost comic. Great shot.
11. Ken G. This looks like a drone shot. The clouds are certainly dramatic. Would Hadrian have approved of a little wooden gate in his eight foot thick wall?
12. Ken L. The statue does seem to be embracing the sun - and you have chosen to take the shot whem the sun is in the right position.
13 Me.
14. Mark F. Although the yellow cow parsley(?) is the main subject here it is small in the frame compared to the out of focus oast houses that set the scene and dominate.
15. Peter D. Great to see FP4 and an M3 making an appearance in Circle D. This chap is very much at ease and enjoying an unusually quiet moment on the High Street.
16. Phil C. Lovely snap and typical of the dog walking community. The grey figures sit well within the framework of dark trees
17. Richard B. Fine lighting in this portrait making dramatic use of highlight and deep shadow. Hands are always difficult, here perhaps he is mimicking holding a camera but I cannot help feeling that maybe he has lost his phone.
1. Alex B. A very attractive image beautifully rendered in monochrome. The tones and reflection add an extra dimension.
ReplyDelete2. Andre H. A good record of the altar piece. It might take have more meaning if included as part of a set, or even a triptych. The figure appears rather too low in the frame, reducing its impact.
3. Brian O. The actors appear well practised in their ‘art’. The officer’s stare is a joy to behold. I like it, although the centre of the frame is arguably a little empty.
4. Dave C. A well executed environmental portrait. The fall off in light from the window is effective in creating shadow where it is needed, although a little too dark over her right arm.
5. David Ro. Life playing out on the street and beyond in a bar. A busy composition, made more busy by the inclusion of reflections in the window. Nevertheless, the key players are clear, oblivious to the camera.
The crop is too tight to my mind.
6. Dave S. London has it all, even a 'Grand Flaneurs Walk'. Who knew!? The extravagant garb of this character and his two accomplices makes him well placed to promote the event. But why so serious, sorrowful even? Is it not meant to be fun?
7. Dave T. Always a joy to witness daffodils in full splendour. Use of a fast aperture on the Leica T is very effective here in reducing depth. A pity that Leica saw fit to pull the plug on their APS-C range.
8. Elaine J. A scene I know well, although presented here with a creative twist in the foreground treatment. The colours seem overly vibrant on my screen at least.
9. Harry H. A near-abstract image, the light fittings alone giving a clue as to what is in the frame. The curves and lines are effectively drawn out as the subject in monochrome.
10. Kawing C. Photographing protests is always challenging, but this image is deceptive in making it look easy. The situational paradox is perfectly caught from an unusual angle of view.
What a treat! All credit to the photographer.
11. Ken G. I like the framing of this landscape image in portrait format. Seems to complement the natural shapes, while allowing the man-made linear wall to play a key role in leading the viewer’s eye into the heart of the scene.
12. Ken L. The foreground sculpture and natural background are recorded in every detail in beautiful light. I wonder if use of a fast aperture would have given more atmosphere, albeit at the expense of detail.
13. Malcolm R. There can be no doubt about the subject or the setting caught in bright light. But it is the visual tension between the stationary, sentry-like heron and the moving (bubbling) water beyond that I find attractive.
14. Mark F. A colourful scene, made all the more compelling by the choice of a fast aperture. I like the resulting narrow plane of focus.
15. Peter D. Perhaps the only image here taken on film this month. Juxtaposition in ‘Street’ images can be very successful. I like the subject, caught in the moment. Unfortunately the figure is a little lost visually against the shop window.
16. Phil C. I like the light, the framing of a quiet moment caught candidly. Is it a cold, frosty day, or a trick of the light? I feel like a voyeur, just as the photographer might have done before me.
17. My photo.
ALEX B Grotte de Cacave. Good Subject matter and well framed. Last time I saw a shot like this was in Luxemburg and a very long time ago.
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BRIAN O Fine job of two airman - the officer is good.
DAVE C Daisy in a bowling gym - nicely done
DAVID RO In Worlrls of their owln - not a pretty sight, but well chosen.
DAVE S very nicely done - my friend with semilar stock was pretty immpresed.
DAVE T Delicate colour
ELAINE J Very nicely done
HARRY H Good picture.
KAWLING C Good! As a life time Brummie, I enjoyed this!
KEN G Great sense of depth and location.
KEN L Sun Salutation Lovely image
MALCOLM R Looking for Breakfast Well framed and very pleasing
MARK F Great Dixter I did like sense of depth .
PETER D Delivery Rider Great picture , fine pose, and what a location!
PHI C Walking the Dog Good use of winter trees and the dog walkers are nicely in chacter.
RICHARD B Sorry - deeply un appealing
Alex B.
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Andre H.
Two minimalistic for me, sorry.
Brian O.
Good use of monochrome, could do with a little bit more contrast.
Dave C.
Mine.
David Ro.
Well seen, as street photography is not easy.
Dave S.
A well captured candid.
Dave T.
Lovely spring colours, but I find it a bit busy.
Elaine J.
A well seen image of a classic location.
Harry H.
Unusual angle, could do with a bit more contrast.
Kawing C.
Very Magnum style, great capture, but I would crop out the leg on the right.
Ken G
Well-balanced monochrome image.
Ken L.
Good record of the scene, using all the tones.
Malcolm R.
Congratulations getting up at that time in the morning, but I found the foreground foliage a bit distracting.
Mark F.
A bit too arty for me.
Peter D.
Good candid, but maybe a square format.
Phil C.
A good wintry scene, may lose a bit off the top.
Richard B.
An excellent monochrome male portrait.
Alex B: Eery almost organic shapes and monochrome tones create an otherworldly view, like something from an old sci-fi movie. Well crafted.
ReplyDeleteAndre H: The isolation of the figure emphasises the subjects posture and expression, engaging us with the character behind the sculpture.
Brian O: A fun period scene full of character. The expressions and body language bring the historical re-enactment to life with gentle humour.
Dave C: A thoughtfully composed portrait where lighting, pose and composition combine to reveal the subject’s personality, and the environment adds value.
David Ro: An engaging slice of urban life with a poignant sense of melancholy and isolation. The layered view through the window rewards careful exploration.
My picture
Dave T: A welcome celebration of spring with fresh colour and a sense of seasonal optimism. The depth of field highlights the flowers while retaining the shape of trees behind.
Elaine J: A famous location interpreted in an imaginative way. The foreground sculpture frames the house elegantly, entirely in keeping with its ornate grandeur. Great original take on a familiar sight.
Harry H: Abstraction in everyday surroundings. The elegant curves and repeating geometry make this a very satisfying monochrome study.
Kawing C: Excellent documentary photograph capturing calm amidst tension, both a great portrait of the elderly man and, by contrast, great reportage of the demo.
Ken G: Impressive, sweeping landscape allowing the wall to lead the eye past the copse into the hills and dramatic sky. Really draws the viewer into the drama inherent in the scene.
Ken L: Absolutely made by the lighting (revealed well in mono) which helps us feel the sunshine which is exalting the sculpted figure.
Malcolm R: Timing and composition combine to capture a sense of the bird poised to emerge from the greenery and strike in the bubbling water.
Mark F: A pleasing balance between sharp foreground detail and softly rendered background, especially the way the oast house is so neatly framed by the flowers in front,
Peter D: Great street portrait capturing a fleeting moment of quiet reflection - the guy and his moped both very cool and well caught to display this.
Phil C: An ordinary moment made dramatic by the curtain of branches, the dynamism of the people/dogs and the mono treatment.
Richard B: A striking monochrome portrait, intense light and shadow perfectly controlled to reinforce the intensity of his concentration and the settings intriguing history.
Alex B: Mine
ReplyDeleteAndre H: An interesting record image. Nice detail.
Brian O: The officer certainly is in character. Good image.
Dave C: An excellent portrait. Good use of the natural light.
David Ro: Excellent street work.
Dave S: This chap doesn’t look very happy on what should be a fun outing. Well caught.
Dave T: Welcome to Circle D. An excellent spring photo. That lens seems to give a nice bokeh
Elaine J: An excellent idea framing the house with the sculpture (I’m assuming it is a sculpture). However, I find the greens a bit too over saturated.
Harry H: A lovely monochrome. Well composed.
Kawing C: Welcome to Circle D. An excellent shot . Well seen in the chaos.
Ken G: A nice monochrome landscape (albeit in portrait mode, which I like). Perhaps more of the stormy sky could have been included.
Ken L: A good record of the sculpture. Good detail. I like what the light is doing.
Malcolm R: A very good wild-life shot.
Mark F: I’m a bit confused. The foreground seems to be the subject (i.e. in focus), but the building behind seem much more interesting.
Peter D: An excellent shot.
Phil C: A well framed image. I think having the space above them gives a sense of place.
Richard B: A good male portrait. Lovely light.
Alex B.
ReplyDeleteGood use of light to capture the detail. Reflections provide an eerie stillness.
Andre H.
Impressive skills of the wood carver on show.
Brian O.
Great portrait but slightly marred for me by the distraction of the skyline which appears to bisect the subjects’ heads.
Dave C.
Lovely use of natural light from the window. The model has a captivating stare.
David Ro.
Cleverly observed, great timing and a well-balanced exposure.
Dave S.
A scene perhaps never to be repeated, nicely recorded for posterity.
Dave T.
Very pleasing depth of field and strong vibrant colours.
Elaine J.
Clever composition and lovely sharp focus.
Harry H.
Nicely balanced composition.
Kawing C.
I like how this strong, quiet subject steals the scene. A great photo-journalistic moment for you.
Ken G
Picturesque landscape sharply contrasted next to the foreboding sky gives a real sense of drama.
Ken L.
mine.
Malcolm R.
Well-captured, and an apt title given the expression on the Heron’s face. I am not a fan of long exposures to smooth out running water - but that is just my personal preference.
Mark F.
Very attractive scene. I was distracted by trying to work out if anything was in sharp focus. I would like to have either seen the detail of the oast houses or the lovely vibrant flowers in the foreground. Again, just personal preference….
Peter D.
Great street photo with no distractions. It looks posed for… and if it isn’t posed then it is a very lucky encounter!
Phil C.
Charming scene well-captured. I love the frame within a frame composition. It would work for me with or without the figures but I much prefer with the figures.
Richard B.
Good lighting, exposure and clarity of detail.
@Ken L: it really wasn't posed and he was absolutely oblivious to the world!!
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DeleteAlex B.”Grotte de Lacave”
DeleteNice B/W image, with nice detail.
Andre.H “1520 Carving”
Interesting carved piece, nicely photographed.
Brian.O “German Soldiers re-enactment”
Nicely captured re-enactment of a WW1 scene, works well in B/W.
Dave.C “ Daisy in a boxing gym”
Lovely Portrait, the lighting is superb from the window.
David.Ro “ In words of their own”
Interesting photograph of three different individuals definitely in a world of their own.
Well spotted.
Dave.S “ One people and dogs”
They all look dressed for walk, Nicely captured.
Dave.T “ A patch of Colour”
Beautiful Colourful Capture of Daffs in full bloom.
Elaine.J “Chatsworth through the loop”
Great Composure.
Mine.
Kawing.C “Unbothered”
He surely does look unfazed, great capture.
Ken.G “ Storm clouds over Hadrians wall”
Lovely elevated shot looking down on Hadrian's wall, nice tones.
Ken.L “Sun Salutation”
Nice Image with lovely tones.
Malcolm.R
Nice wildlife image.
Mark.F “ Great Dixter”
Very colourful image.
Peter.D “ Delivery Rider”
Nice captured image.
Phil.C “Waking the Dog
Great early morning frosty scene, framed nicely between the trees.
Richard.B “ Deep Concentration”
Great use of natural light.
Alex B: Like this very much. Perhaps a touch more exposure in PP? Would love to see it larger
ReplyDeleteAndre H: I too have a bit of a thing about wooden church sculptures like this; this is a fine example and photo
Brian O: I agree about "the look". Well caught!
Dave C: Great use of available light to evoke a mood. Her gaze really fixes you. Beautiful portrait. Hope she likes it.
Dave Ro: Great street. Such a contrast between the two, each oblivious of the other.
Elaine J: Lovely shot. My wife's part of the world. I know it well. I think the right needs cropping to take the bit of The House that's outside the ring away. Possibly a bit tighter on the left, too.
Harry H: Artistic. I love the forms created by the different levels of lighting, but on being told it's a staircase I find myself a bit dis-oriented. Don't know why. Had you not said what it was, I probably wouldn't have been worried!!
Kawing C: Wonderful. Like HCB's famous shots of the drunk at the Coronation of George VI, he just doesn't care...or maybe it's his way of protesting? Very well spotted and caught in what must have been quite a tense situation.
Ken G: That's an ominous storm. Haven't seen one of those in a long while!! Like the immense depth.
Richard B: Great use of available light and monochrome to create the pose.
Alex B: It looks like an exciting place to be. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteAndre H. Impeccable, as always
Brian O: You captured a decisive interaction between the two men, or else you staged the image very well.
Dave. C: Well done. You have captured a real person! You arte a great communicator.
David Ro: An interesting juxtaposition. I always wonder how many shots were needed to succeed with this one.
Dave S: This must have been an interesting event.
Dave T: What a great reward for a photographer on a dreary day
Elaine J. A very well chosen viewpoint mating the large with the small.
Harry H: A simple uncluttered photo.
Kawing C: You. Have captured the occasion well. Thank you for all the details.
Ken G: Ansel Adams would give this full marks
Ken L: I know of a very similar sculpture elsewhere. The similarities are uncanny.
Malcolm R: Lucky you. Nice picture.
Mark F: I do not think the picture benefits from the house being so out of focus. The flowers care good though.
Peter D: Except for your title I cannot see evidence of a delivery rider or the sleep implied. That said, a good moment captured. I am sorry the faces in the shop are so shadowed.
Phil C: More than one dog! A great image for action.
Richard B: A fascinating image. Very curious. And a location I had not imagined would be available. The shadow on the chap’s right arm is incredibly dense. Why? And is he just looking into/through a darkened glass? So many questions from me.
Thank you, Julian. The model is a former professional ballet dancer, able to hold a steady pose in many positions, without difficulty. He is not holding anything. The pose is experimental, taken in challenging light and shadow. Richard.
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