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On Lockdown
I’ve been in two minds about posting these images. But I feel that it’s even more important to keep making work during times like these. It’s our responsibility as photographers to keep working and creating even with the lockdown in place.
With all the downtime I’ve been landed with as a result of Covid-19, I ended up shooting and processing my remaining rolls of Kodak TMAX.
These images were shot using a Nikonos IV-A and Zorki 4 during the first 2 weeks of lockdown. Some images taken in Cardiff in the week before the lockdown came into effect, and the latter shot where I live in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan.
Despite the past month being the warmest of the year, the whole world has seemed cold. Seeing the social distancing measures in place as people queue up for supplies, or seeing near deserted beaches at Barry Island.
Places such as this rely on tourist trade as a source of income. It was sobering to have the sun beating down on your back while every shop on the waterfront had closed shutters and empty displays. The rides have not moved an inch in over a month.
I decided to back something on Kickstarter and here it is! (Diana Instant Square)
I’ve been fascinated by the concept of websites such as Kickstarter and Indiegogo. I’ve seen so many products start their lives as a backable project make it… Read more “I decided to back something on Kickstarter and here it is! (Diana Instant Square)”
Hairdressers journal panoramic
So this camera came into my collection about 4 years ago. And during that time, it had mostly been sat on a shelf as something interesting to… Read more “Hairdressers journal panoramic”
Distinguished Gentlemans Ride 2019
So this was my 3rd year taking part in the Distinguished Gentlemans Ride. If you haven’t heard about it before, let me give you a quick rundown.… Read more “Distinguished Gentlemans Ride 2019”
Here for a good time, not a long time!
I’ve always been (imo understandably) apprehensive about disposable /single use cameras. The gamble for me was never usually worth it, especially with the extensive collection of cameras… Read more “Here for a good time, not a long time!”