Architecture

Bradford for Street Photography – A Return To West Yorkshire’s Second City

Street Photography in Bradford: A Practical Walk Through the City With a Camera Direct answer: Bradford is worth photographing because the city centre packs Victorian architecture, brutalist concrete, new public spaces, theatres, markets, and busy pedestrian routes into a short walk. That mix gives street photographers strong contrast, good blue-hour lighting, and plenty of human

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Architecture, Bradford, Discussion, Musings, Yorkshire
Long exposure of Leeds cityscape at night, with light trails under a brick archway.

Beginner Photography Tips: Your First Steps to Great Photos

Mastering Essential Photography Tips for Beginners: The Quick Guide to Photography Taking a decent photo’s not just about hitting the shutter—think of it more like learning your way round a pub quiz team: a bit shaky to start, but you’ll soon find your feet. Let’s kick off with the three basics every beginner photographer should

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Architecture, Discussion, Musings, Photography Basics for Beginners

First Time Using a Fisheye Lens! 11mm POV Walk Around Bradford City (TTArtisan + Canon R5)

TT Artisan 11mm fisheye lens Yesterday I got my first ever fisheye lens – a TT Artisan 11mm fisheye lens specifically for Canon R lenses. It goes on the R5 perfectly. I chose to go to Bradford because I wanted a city to walk around on a bright sunny day. Bradford was always going to

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Architecture, Bradford, Equipment and Kit, Fun
Long exposure of Leeds cityscape at night, featuring light trails under a brick bridge.

How to Photograph Cityscape at Night: Long Exposure Tips for Stunning Urban Shot

Setting the Scene: Urban Night Photography in Yorkshire As the sun dips below the horizon and the streets of Yorkshire’s bustling cities come alive with twinkling lights, a whole new world of photographic opportunities opens up. Urban night photography in Yorkshire offers a unique chance to capture the essence of our vibrant northern cities in

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Blog, Composition, Leeds, Musings, Photography, Training
Street photography of a person with a bike on a rainy day, taken with an 85mm lens, capturing urban life and wet pavement reflections.

Unlocking the Magic of the 85mm Prime Lens in Street Photography

Mastering Street Photography with the 85mm Prime Lens: A Guide to Using the 85mm Lens for Stunning Shots Direct answer: An 85mm prime lens can work brilliantly for street photography when you want a bit of distance, strong subject separation, and clean framing in busy scenes. In this guide, the Canon 85mm f/1.8 paired with

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Composition Techniques, Equipment and Kit, Leeds, Tips, Training
People enjoying a punt ride on a river beside a bridge, with historic buildings and parked boats in the background.

Exploring the Charm of Cambridge: Sepia Photos of Cambridge

Cambridge City Centre: A Day’s Work Through Photos of Cambridge Picture this: I’m in Cambridge, not just for a laugh or a stroll, but on a mission.  Commissioned to get Photos of Cambridge for an advertising campaign, I was tasked with capturing the essence of this timeless city – bikes leaning on ancient college walls,

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Architecture, Blog, CASE STUDY, Commercial, Musings, Photography
Illuminated concrete bridge leading to modern architectural building, flanked by trees and industrial structures under cloudy sky.

The Hepworth Wakefield: Modern Architecture by the River

The Hepworth Wakefield, Yorkshire: Photos Of An Art Gallery by David Chipperfield Architects As a Yorkshire architecture photographer, I’m always exploring gems in the region, and The Hepworth Wakefield is a treasure trove of modern design. Nestled by the River Calder, its sleek lines offer a joyful challenge to capture through my lens – truly

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Architecture, Blog, Yorkshire