I’ve decided it’s time to close the Lightweight Photographer, or at least pause posting while I prioritise my life. I started this blog in April 2012. At the time, many photographers viewed mirrorless and small cameras with suspicion. My passion for these little wonders was often seen as amusing and sometimes sad. Now, some 13 … Continue reading All Good Things Come To An End
I’ve shared several shots from my trip to Northumberland in recent weeks. It was a great trip, but the final day was probably the most challenging in terms of photography. The sky was clear blue with not a cloud to be seen the entire day. Only at sunset did a few clouds appear on the … Continue reading Bamburgh Beach: The Photographer’s Challenge
Last week, I shared some photos from the first day of my trip to Northumberland. This week, I want to share some from the following morning. This started with a trip down to the beach at Bamburgh to photograph the sunrise. The plan was to get up well before sunrise and head directly to the … Continue reading Northumberland Beach Photography: A Sunrise Experience
Last week, I was in Stockholm. I’ve been there before, but it was more than twenty years ago. Then, for some reason, I decided I needed to return. I think watching Michael Portillo’s long weekend in Stockholm tipped me over the edge. I’m so glad I made the trip, as Stockholm this time was even … Continue reading A Memorable Return to Stockholm
Last week, the Peak District's weather forecast was for mist and fog first thing in the morning. However, all the signs pointed towards excellent photography conditions, with broken clouds replacing the mist mid-morning. All the weather forecasts agreed. The following day, I got up early and made the journey, meeting a friend around 8:00 a.m. … Continue reading Unexpected Weather In The Peak District
Last week, I shared a couple of photos I shot at the end of the day on a trip to Blackpool. Those were captured using a Nikon Z7ii, but that wasn’t the only camera I used on this trip. I spent most of the day photographing with my iPhone, and the Nikon only came out … Continue reading iPhone Photography Around Blackpool
This is my final post before Christmas and New Year, when I will be taking a break. I had hoped to share some breathtaking frozen landscape photos, but unfortunately, I haven’t had the opportunity to venture out with my camera. More importantly, we haven’t had any real frost. December has been a complete washout here, … Continue reading December Landscape Photography: From Rain to Frost
When I discuss my photography and give presentations, I notice people are often surprised when I say I practice photo editing. Not only do I spend time practising, but I frequently experiment, trying to refine and improve my skills. Many photographers seem to be under “the illusion” that once something has been mastered, we can … Continue reading Why Consistent Practice is Key in Photo Editing
Last week, I was away in the Lake District. I find the end of autumn and the start of winter a great time for photography. The landscape still has colour, and the sun is low in the sky most of the day. When it stops raining, the light at this time of year can be … Continue reading Capturing Winter Light In The Lake District
Earlier this week, I headed up to the Yorkshire Dales with a friend to photograph the waterfalls. Well, two waterfalls, to be precise, but we managed a bonus waterfall on the way. Our primary objective was to photograph Cauldron Falls at West Burton. If you know this waterfall, you will know that trees surround it, … Continue reading Photographing Yorkshire’s Waterfalls In Autumn
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