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Poppy field, Bewdley, Worcestershire, 2023

A spectacular poppy field in Bewdley

Damien WalmsleyJun 1, 20233 min read
The alarm went at 3.30am and it was time to haul myself out of bed.  I was going on a journey of 50 minutes to a field in Bewdley, Worcestershire.  There were reports of poppies in the field near to Blackstone nature reserve.  Sunrise was at 4:54am so I needed to get there promptly.   … Continue reading A spectacular poppy field in Bewdley
Birmingham Pride Parade 2023, Birmingham

Joy and happiness at Birmingham Pride 2023

Damien WalmsleyMay 28, 20235 min read
This was my first Birmingham Pride parade. I am not sure why I had not been before, and I suspect that I thought that it would be somewhat predictable. Far from it. The whole parade was a wonderful colourful spectacle with so many happy people around. These happy people were not worried about having their … Continue reading Joy and happiness at Birmingham Pride 2023
Winterbourne House and Gardens, The University of Birmingham, May 2023

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Damien WalmsleyMay 16, 20233 min read
As the weather improves and spring is well established, there are lots more opportunities to photograph gardens. One of the best gardens to visit in Birmingham is Winterbourne House. This Edwardian house and garden have a captivating charm. The House was originally owned by the Nettlefold family and has a long history. The House and … Continue reading Winterbourne House and Gardens IgersbirminghamUK Instameet
Royal Coronation High Street, Knowle, Solihull, 2023

Royal Coronation High Street celebration

Damien WalmsleyMay 8, 20233 min read
You may have heard the news that there was a Coronation taking place in May. An event that has never happened for 70 years. The excitement was everywhere and it was not difficult to get caught up in what was happening over the weekend. My village Knowle is very active and keen to promote community … Continue reading Royal Coronation High Street celebration
The tunnel in Utrecht, the Netherlands, April 2023.

A psychedelic colour tunnel in Utrecht

Damien WalmsleyMay 1, 20232 min read
There is a tunnel in Utrecht that leads from the Ganzenmarkt to the Oudegracht wharves.  I discovered the tunnel by chance after a late night in the town as part of the conference dinner.  Walking back to my hotel, I passed by the restaurants and the bars.  My eye caught a flashing light and I looked over the … Continue reading A psychedelic colour tunnel in Utrecht
Streets of Canals of Utrecht, The Netherlands, April 2023.

Photographing the streets and canals of Utrecht

Damien WalmsleyMay 1, 20232 min read
I had the opportunity to take pictures during a recent visit to the streets and canals of Utrecht Utrecht in the Netherlands was the base for the Ultrasonics Industry Association conference.  My research group were presenting at the international conference and I was there to support their activities.  We stayed in the Karel V hotel which has … Continue reading Photographing the streets and canals of Utrecht
Bluebell Walk, Heart of England Forest, Great Alne. April 2023

Bluebells in the Heart of England Forest

Damien WalmsleyApr 30, 20233 min read
Who doesn’t love the sight of bluebells gently swaying in the breeze.  Many of our ancient woodlands are at risk by the creeping threat of development and that is why I support the annual Bluebell Wood Fundraising Open Day in the Heart of England Forest.  Conserving our woodlands for future generations is very much a priority. … Continue reading Bluebells in the Heart of England Forest
Black and White Architecture, Birmingham April 2023.

Black and White Architecture in Birmingham

Damien WalmsleyApr 21, 20232 min read
My challenge for this week’s 52 weeks project was black and white photography. As I was in Birmingham for my research work, I took the opportunity to wander the streets of the city looking for pictures of buildings. Armed with my trusty Fujifilm x100v, I stepped off the bus at the O2 arena stop. On … Continue reading Black and White Architecture in Birmingham
Flowers in the garden, April 2023

Flowers in my garden

Damien WalmsleyApr 20, 20232 min read
Using a ring flash in dentistry was second nature. Having learnt how to photograph the teeth and other structures around the mouth, macro was second nature. There were two good mentors to my macro photography. A medical photographer at Wordsley hospital. I can not remember her name and Wordsley hospital is no more. However she … Continue reading Flowers in my garden