Ian Myers, a new contributor to Monochromia, shares a photo of Château de la Preuille taken in 2022 with a Canon 6D Mark II and an ND filter. The château has a history of supplying Muscadet white wine to President Mitterrand. Ian will be publishing once a month on Monochromia, so stay tuned for more!
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The story unfolds at Château de la Preuille under the skies of Saint Hilaire de Loulay, featuring heritage, friendship, and unexpected adventures. The château unveiled its history during the Journées de Patrimoine 2023, offering rare glimpses into its past. The day brought reunions, delightful discoveries, and a reminder of the power of connection, culminating in a celebration of heritage, friendship, and new beginnings. For those enchanted by the photographs, staying at the castle, which is popular for weddings, is a possibility worth considering.
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Dear Reader, you know how in the past I have talked about how some of us love the big massive telephoto lenses? And how others like to go…
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Today is the 13th of May 2022 and is my wife’s birthday. It is also Friday the 13th, so I don’t know how I should be feeling, happy…
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Last week I wrote about Palm Sunday and the importance that it has in the liturgical calendar. Today I would like to talk more about photography. In my…
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This time last week I was looking forward to getting out with my camera (I’ll let you guess which one) and getting me some art! The sun was…
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Initially, the author planned to visit a Loire Valley castle but opted to rest instead. After waking without brain fog, they attempted to visit Chateau de Plessis Bourée, only to find it closed. They explored the more accessible Chateau de Plessis Macé, learning its historical significance while capturing exterior photos before making future visit plans.
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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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Clisson, a quaint French town, transforms into a haven for Heavy Metal fans during the annual Hellfest. The author reminisces about visiting the weekly market, lamenting the inability to frequent it due to work. They spent two hours in Clisson before an impromptu picnic in Nantes. The photos showcase their exploration with different camera lenses.
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