Finding The Keeper
As the 2 rolls of film just developed, hang on a clothes hanger, dripping over the bath, I take quick, rushed pictures of 3 frames at a time on my phone. Once finished, I close the door, turn off the… Read More »Finding The Keeper
Blethering
BFI 100: 92 – In Which We Serve (1942)
We continue the ill-fated and resurrected journey of watching each of the British Film Institute’s 100 best films of the 20th Century. Starting at 100 and working my way to Orson Welles’ The Third Man at number 1. This week,… Read More »BFI 100: 92 – In Which We Serve (1942)
BFI 100: 93 – Caravaggio (1986)
Here, we further the ill-fated and resurrected journey of watching each of the British Film Institute’s 100 best films of the 20th Century. Starting at 100 and working my way to Orson Welles’ The Third Man at number 1. This… Read More »BFI 100: 93 – Caravaggio (1986)
Top 5 The Beatles Guitar Moments
In last month’s mid-month newsletter, I added a video of Randy Bachman geeking out over the introductory chord to the Beatles’ A Hard Days Night. Then, just yesterday, a belated birthday present appeared and I leafed my way through Paul… Read More »Top 5 The Beatles Guitar Moments
BFI 100: 94 – The Belles of St. Trinians (1954)
Here, after a bit of a break, we further the ill-fated and resurrected journey of watching each of the British Film Institute’s 100 best films of the 20th Century. Starting at 100 and working my way to Orson Welles’ The… Read More »BFI 100: 94 – The Belles of St. Trinians (1954)
A Corpus Christi
I grew up in a protestant, Church of Scotland household, with a relaxed, tea-and-cake experience of religion, and as such, the antiquated, solemn, and deathly serious practices of the Catholic faith of some of my friends would leave me bemused.… Read More »A Corpus Christi
Learning Lessons From My Mistakes. Part 1
Dedicate yourself for long enough to making any form of art, be it the written word, music, or photography, and through commitment, enthusiasm, and experience, the work will undoubtedly improve. With any luck, there will be fewer oversights and blunders.… Read More »Learning Lessons From My Mistakes. Part 1
Is Street Photography Legal?
Speak to anyone about street photography outside that particular niche and inevitably someone will ask, is it legal? It may come right out of the gate, or it may follow a line of enquiry from whether permission is needed, through… Read More »Is Street Photography Legal?
5 Street Photographer Documentaries
It has been 16 long years since I first watched War Photographer, Christian Frei’s magnificent ride-along portrait of James Nachtwey. As with any truly great documentary, it taught me much, inspired me, and left a mark that I continue to… Read More »5 Street Photographer Documentaries
Middle-aged Memories of Music Festivals
As the time of year for Poland’s finest music festivals is upon us, it’s as good a time as any to reflect on what a miserable experience an outdoor festival can be. Knee deep in a violent blend of mud,… Read More »Middle-aged Memories of Music Festivals