Next summer I will be artist in residence at the Ness of Brodgar archaeological dig, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This wonder of the … [Read more...]
Sharing a Studio with Stanley Cursiter
For the last month I've been sharing a studio with the distinguished artist Stanley Cursiter. This is not on a literal level: He used this space as a … [Read more...]
Artic Willow the Goatling; Update
Since this photo of a year ago, Artic Willow has become a mum to daughter Aspen, who's already won the best kid class at an agricultural show on … [Read more...]
Photo as Writing Prompt
Recently my photos served as inspiration for the Stromness Writers Group on Orkney where I was having an exhibition. My friend Gill Tennant suggested … [Read more...]
Cloud Appreciation Society
Last summer, the Cloud Appreciation Society jointly launched a competition with Stromness Museum for the best cloud photos taken on any of the 72 … [Read more...]
Lost In Time at the Northlight Gallery
This is where I will be in three weeks and three days time: back in Orkney where I’m having an exhibition at the excellent Northlight Gallery in … [Read more...]
Cloud Appreciation Society
Recently I was sent a flyer for a cloud photo competition to be judged by the legendary Cloud Appreciation Society. A great choice of … [Read more...]
Simmer Dim
Returning to Orkney in the summer, I am experiencing the simmer dim, an eternal twilight where nights are brief or even non-existent. Right now … [Read more...]
Picture Perfect?
Picture perfect? The early morning light, the ships and cloud reflections are all there, but so too is Orkney County Council … [Read more...]
The Deceptive Pentland Firth
Storm or calm, the Pentland Firth is always deceptive. As a photographer, for me this moment was one of transcendence and peace. Yet I know that … [Read more...]