Travel can be a delight. Encountering the unexpected, the new, leads you to rethink the old and come away with shifts in perspective. A place like Cape Town with its very diverse cultural and historical past, provides a multitude of opportunities. And there were some unexpected reminders of family - a sign to say that Singapore was 9661km away and then an impressive lifeboat too! The tourist bucket list for Cape Town starts with a trip up the iconic Table Mountain . And it d

Living in Devon, I often feel far removed from what might be called 'proper culture'. My home town has a small local history museum but there no art gallery, and the nearest city, Exeter, also offers a museum with modest exhibitions that change just twice a year. Whenever I can, I therefore make my way to London in search of new delights. This December I was spoilt for choice! We started with a visit to Tate Britain, which I have not been to for many years, and our first enco

In the UK, December marks the turn of the season. The winter days are short, and this year they have been exceptionally grey, wet and mild. More evidence, as if we need it, of the climate crisis that continues to build. So I have been looking out for splashes of light, to brighten me up. Here, I caught the early morning light on the water as I took the train to London, lifting the grey to silver: And played with abstract lines of light in the Design Museum : I woke the next

During my trip to South Africa, I went to vsist the district of Bo-Kaap, tempted by the prospect of some great photos of its iconic colourful houses. It is one of Cape Town’s most photographed and culturally rich neighbourhoods, famous for its brightly painted houses and deep Cape Malay heritage. But beyond the colours lies a history shaped by colonialism, slavery, Apartheid, and a community determined to preserve its identity. Visiting Bo-Kaap can be both fascinating and..

Some days everything seems alright with the world. Take a November day when yesterday's storm has passed through and tomorrow's is yet to arrive. The sky is as blue as blue can be. The sun is low in the sky, and you can see for miles. The air is still. And then go and sit on the beach. Close your eyes. Breathe in the freshness, taste the salt in the air, and listen to that gentle swish of the waves as they kiss the sand and then fade back. Here are the photos that emerged fro

As I headed to South Africa, I carried with me a host of preconceptions largely shaped by my previous experiences in other African countries. During the two-week trip I found that these ideas were challenged again and again. Our adventure began in Kruger National Park, where we stayed in an exclusive eco-resort — an epitome of luxury amid the wilderness. From our private pool, we could gaze down into the valley where hippos wallowed in the river, a fish eagle hunted for food,

Here in the UK, October marks a turning point when the warmth of summer slips away and the we start the journey into winter. The weather is changeable, with some lingering sunshine amidst the storms and other days of soft, damp greys. There is a quiet urgency to photograph the changing kaleidoscope of autumn colours before they are lost for another year. I usually take photos when the light catches my eye, sparks of colour that stand out. I avoid the gloom of misty or rainy d

In search of creative inspiration, I set out to explore a new woodland: Hembury , an ancient forest nestled between two valleys carved out by the River Dart and its tributary, the Holy Brook , near Buckfast in South Devon. I was drawn by the promise of winding riverside paths, dense woodland, and the chance to spot wildlife. Although summer was drawing to a close and the first signs of autumn had begun to appear, the weather remained fair—perfect for a walk. But almost immedi

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As this glorious spell of summer weather continued I headed across the border to Cornwall for a creative workshop, with my usual feeling...

The creative journey is one of many starts and stops, pauses and diversions. I find sometimes that I seem to be going back to the same...

The word for this month's exploration is 'between'. I immediately paired it with 'betwixt'. I wonder why? Both are old English words,...

We set off, very appropriately, in an electric car to make a pilgrimage to Cornwall. We were visiting what has perhaps become a shrine to...

I find it fascinating that once I have been sparked by a new area of creativity, the urge to continue experimenting is so strong. Having...

A new adventure for me this month has been discovering the wonders of cyanotypes. After taking an inspiring RPS course on Ecological and...