A day trip to Paris with my daughter Kate in July 2020 — the Louvre, the Pyramide Inversée, and more steps than anticipated. Shot on Fujifilm XT2. Republished six years on.
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A Friday in May, a Facebook message from an old friend, and a brass quintet about to perform at the Festival Saint Donatien in the Basilique Saint-Donatien, Nantes. I took the Fujifilm X100F, arrived early to hunt for light in the old stone streets around the basilica, and ended up inside one of the most atmospheric concerts I have attended in years.
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A heartfelt father’s day in Edinburgh during festival season—magic shows, St. Giles Cathedral, Greyfriars Bobby, and a geek bar surprise. Northburiian Summer, Part IV blends travel, faith, family, and memory in a moving personal essay about parenting, loyalty, and the quiet magic of being present with your children.
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Father-daughter memoir: Edinburgh 2025. After years splitting time between three kids, a dad gives his 15-year-old daughter solo “Dad time” in Scotland. She rejects H&M’s body-shaming, claims a tartan étole, and chooses a claddagh ring—right hand, heart free. A legacy of belonging. Not travel writing: who we become in places we’re given.
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Lyrical UK travel writing meets documentary photography. Preserving Northumberland’s soul through M&S sandwiches, pub pints, and the sacred “incense at mass” of smoked fish.
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Back in Alnmouth, summer takes a slower shape. A walk with my dad, a hello in the village shop, an espresso and muffin at Scotts. Nothing dramatic, just small rituals that somehow mean everything. This is Part 1 of Alnmouth 2025—a story of home, family, and quiet moments.
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The tour is over. The bags are unpacked, and things are settling back into their usual rhythm at home. But even though I’m back, part of me is…
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In China, becoming an “uncle” isn’t just about family—it’s about respect, community, and tradition. This article explores the cultural differences in how age and wisdom are valued, reflecting on personal experiences of unexpected reverence, the selfie phenomenon, and the contrast between collectivist and individualist societies.
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This reflective travelogue explores cultural contrasts and personal transformation during an orchestra tour in China. Blending photography, storytelling, and travel insights, it captures behind-the-scenes moments, the rhythm of daily life, and the evolving perspectives of a seasoned traveler. A journey through music, cultural exchange, and self-discovery unfolds in vivid detail.
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Balancing film and digital photography is a challenge many photographers face. In this piece, I explore my dilemma before the China Orchestra Tour: should I shoot film or go digital? Weighing nostalgia, practicality, and travel restrictions, I ultimately chose the Fujifilm X100F. Here’s why it was the perfect choice.
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Join me on a journey from XianJu to Shanghai, Beijing, Roissy, and back to Nantes. From long waits at airports to unexpected meals in China, this article recounts the adventures, challenges, and small moments of respite during an unforgettable trip. A personal travel narrative filled with experiences and reflections.
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Discover the journey from Shao Xing to Xian Ju in this personal travel narrative. With vivid descriptions of China’s authentic streets, cultural imagery, and reflections on memory and endings, this piece blends humour with emotion. Explore the fleeting moments of a photographer’s last shots before heading home.
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