On a recent wander around Poole I discovered that the full scale replica of Columbus’ Santa María, was docked. Apparently it took nearly 100 people only 14 months to built. It’s certainly impressive at over 28 meters long and a beam of nearly 8. But looks can be deceptive – “an innovative system was appliedContinue reading “The Nao Santa María”
Category Archives: 35mm
For better or worse (OM1)
I had a quick lunchtime photo walk with the Olympus OM1n the other day. This time I finished up half a roll of Delta 100 in it. The 50mm f1.8 is as good was as good as ever. I walked on the opposite direction to my normal route and therefore took it a few streetsContinue reading “For better or worse (OM1)”
Delta 100 in the FT2
I mentioned in my last post that I took a photo walk around Poole at the weekend. Thankfully the recent high temperatures had dropped a little and there was more air movement, so it was pleasant enough. I also mentioned recently that I treated myself to a Ilford Delta 100 “refill”, and so I shotContinue reading “Delta 100 in the FT2”
Single Photo: Poole Alleyway
A few weeks ago I was out shooting with a Canon FT QL with it’s 50mm f1.8 lens. What a nice set up that was. I made the above photo while walking around Poole. It’s not the best that I can do with that image! I think it would be improved if re-taken when it’sContinue reading “Single Photo: Poole Alleyway”
Rolleiflex SL35E (1978)
I enjoy using my rangefinder cameras very much but deep down I think I’m more of a SLR guy truth be told. Some of the rangefinder cameras I find clumsy to use, like the Canonette for example! I’ve yet to find an SLR that fit’s that category. Some SLR’s shine, the simplicity of the OlympusContinue reading “Rolleiflex SL35E (1978)”
National Trust (Re-joined)
Kingston Lacy (above) is the closest National Trust property to my home. I enjoy a wander there every now and again. I was going to say that I have a bit of a love/hate thing with the National Trust – but that’s not really true. I belong to the “NT” every other year it seems.Continue reading “National Trust (Re-joined)”
Nikkormat FT2 (1975/7)
The tank. If ever you wanted to go into combat and take out a few enemies by wielding this around you on the end of it’s strap – this would do the job! Years ago I dropped this on my foot, it bent the extended shutter release (reminds me of a miniature version on theContinue reading “Nikkormat FT2 (1975/7)”
Ilford Delta 100
I’ve just treated myself to a present! I got results that I really liked from Ilford Delta 100 developed in FX55. I’m coming to the end of my long roll of FP4 movie film, as I write this, I have 7 rolls left, so I thought I’d use Delta for a bit. If I’m honest,Continue reading “Ilford Delta 100”
A few more from the fair
Post before last I shared some photo’s made with my Nikon F3 at the Dorset Spring Fair – here are a few more that I like. The lens of choice was slightly un-usual for me, the Nikkor 35-105mm. The film of choice my usual go-to Ilford FP4+.
Dorset Spring Fair
Back during the first May bank holiday I went to the Dorset Spring Fair. I’d not been to this event before, so wasn’t sure what to expect. In the event there was a bit of everything. There was a food tent with mostly Dorset food. There was a craft tent, some food stalls, a carContinue reading “Dorset Spring Fair”
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