Friday afternoon in Nantes
Today was a good day. I like good days. A mixture of barbershops, photography, cake and tea, and most importantly, friends. On this sunny Friday afternoon, I had…
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How was your weekend?
Well, on Friday night we had the consecration of Ukraine and Russia to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. As a Catholic, and, as somebody who has actually been…
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The obligatory bike shot in the streets of Nantes
To start off with this was just going to be a short preparative article before I publish my the photos from my night time article about night photography…
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Back in Nantes for some street photography
It’s always good to back into town. I took along my daughter, a fuji XT2 and a cheap Chinese lens that was dirt cheap. I mean dirtier than…
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My Mamiya C220
The Mamiya C220, a Twin Lens Reflex (TLR) camera, is the favorite of its owner for several reasons. Its clear viewfinder allows for easy use without glasses, it sparks conversations, and offers exceptional depth of field. Its medium format and vintage appeal make it a unique and exciting tool for photography.
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Friends and Social
The post reflects on the impact of social media, emphasizing its pros and cons. The author describes how platforms like Facebook and Instagram help maintain connections with distant friends and family, leading to real-life meetings and shared experiences. The narrative highlights the positive outcome of such interactions, culminating in a memorable day in Nantes.
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The last Saturday before Christmas
I have said it on here before, and I will say it again. I have moments of folly, where lucidity says bugger this, I’m outta here punk! And…
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Day out with my son
I’m in the pub after having heard Mass in the Cathedral with my son. Last might he was out having “drinks” with friends for his birthday. I said…
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Marianne en Concert
I have a friend who sings, and who really sings well. She plays the guitar too. She also happens to be Australian but we won’t hold that against…
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Nantes in Novembre
Halloween has come and gone and the countdown to Christmas has begun, but no trees until at the earliest the beginning of Advent or at the latest St…
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Nantes in September
I’d been wanting to get back into Nantes with the X100F to try and do some old fashioned street photography. I’ve been experimenting with colour and have had…
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Course de Serveurs et Garçons de Café, Nantes 2019
It has been know for me to frequent a certain establishment in Nantes now and again, he said whilst competing for the understatement of the year. That establishment,…
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