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 ancient world covers 2.5 hectares…
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 young man…
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 the Pentland Firth is one of the most dangerous stretches of water in the world. (more…)
The Dragon of Stromness is small, shy and remarkably docile. Recently hatched, it guards against ghosts and hostile fairy folk while watching over this ancient Viking settlement. (more…)
The peak moment of my recent visit to Orkney has to be my friend Alette's birthday swim around the island of Glimps Holm. It took more than two hours in wintery…
Fisherman’s hut and nousts at Skibo Geo. Location: Birsay, Mainland, Orkney (Scotland).
Skiba Geo has been in use since Viking times. It is a sheltered beach allowing easy access for landing fishing boats. In the winter, the boats were pulled up to the nousts at the top of the beach for protection. Moreover, the 19th century fisherman’s hut next to the nousts provided a safe space for storing equipment.
Ultimately, the site fell into disrepair through lack of use in the 1960s. However, it was renovated by the pupils, friends and parents of Class Six of Dounby Primary School in 1989
Random car photo Loch of Harray. Location: Orkney, Scotland.
Camera went click and I had nothing to do with it. Hoping for more of these happy coincidences when I return to Orkney in a week’s time. (more…)
Birsay cairn built by fairy folk? These mysterious constructions can be found throughout the island of Mainland, and I would love to photograph them all! Location: Orkney, Scotland (more…)
The ruins of Elgin Cathedral, an abandoned and hauntingly beautiful place.
Location: Moray, Scotland
Ring of Brodgar, the modern version. The real thing is about five minutes walk over to the right.
Location: Mainland, Orkney, Scotland (more…)
