Tipped Ship

February 18, 2012 By 1 Comment

After a 120km day on the bike we were looking for a quiet spot to camp, it started raining and our options were not looking good. We were tired and exhausted and just wanted to set up for the night. Then down the side of a hill we spotted a small path blocked by a gate. We made our way around the gate and followed the path, it led to an old cathedral. The view from the cathedral was nothing short of amazing, on the horizon we had the glowing  lights of Athens and right before us was the remains of an old cruise ship lying on its side. We pitched our tents, got a camp fire going to warm us up and soaked up the surreal view infront of us. Tomorrow we cycle into the city of Athens.

Filed Under: Greece, Long Exposure, UK & Europe

Albanian Mountains

February 14, 2012 By 1 Comment

I had no expectations for Albania, upon entering the country I had no idea what I would see or what it would be like. Cycling through the middle of the country turned out to be an amazing experience, for days we were completely surrounded by huge snow-capped mountains. Riding up some of the steep ones was not so much fun, but the epic views made it bearable.

Filed Under: Albania, Landscape, UK & Europe

Tribute to the Orb

January 25, 2012 By 2 Comments

What to do when sitting around the camp fire out the front of your very own abandoned mansion? Play with some light! As a tribute to Dennis Smith’s Ball of Light photography we took our head torches, some rope and started swinging. Clint made the orb’s whilst I drove the camera, although not the most perfect of spheres I think it’s alright for a first attempt. We had fun shooting the photographs and that’s what it’s all about!

 

Filed Under: Italy, Long Exposure, UK & Europe

Bridge of Tiberius

January 21, 2012 By 1 Comment

The Bridge of Tiberius is a Roman bridge spanning the river Marecchia in Rimini, Italy. It was completed in 20AD under the rule of Emperor Tiberius and is a symbol of strength and longevity having survived multiple attempts of its destruction during the war. As the sun set on the far side of the bridge the warm light caught the inside of the arches, added to the reflection from the river it created some beautiful golden rings.

 

Filed Under: Architecture, Italy, UK & Europe

Hidden Gem

January 18, 2012 By 6 Comments

Just out out of Piacenza in northern Italy we camped in an abandoned farmhouse for the night. We did some exploring, pulling back the door to the barn we came across an old Opel car. It had seen better days, the exterior was weathered and become home to a community of pigeons. The interior and engine bay however were in immaculate condition. From what we could figure out from the registration papers the car had been sitting in this barn for about 20 years. I think with a little elbow grease the car would have started.

Filed Under: Italy, Still Life, UK & Europe

Musée du Louvre

January 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment

The Louvre, one of the largest museums in the world and probably the most famous. Home to Leonardo da Vinci’s painting of Mona Lisa, the Nike of Samothrace sculpture and over 50,000 ancient Egyptian artifacts it’s not hard to see why the Louvre is the most visited museum on the planet. Visitors queue in a line that snakes out of the central glass pyramid waiting to see the Louvre’s treasures. It is said that you would need a solid 3 to 4 days to appreciate every work and exhibition housed inside the Louvre!

Filed Under: Architecture, France, Panorama, UK & Europe

Marseille Vieux-Port

January 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment

The old port of Marseille is a natural harbour in the historic centre of the city. Settled around 600BC the port became a major trading hub for the region. As the sun sets the port starts to glow, the lights of Notre Dame de la Garde illuminate the basilica which overlooks the old port. Fisherman return with the days haul of fresh fish and the local bars and restaurants come to life creating a lively atmosphere.

Filed Under: France, Landscape, Panorama, UK & Europe

Copenhagen Cathedral

January 7, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Copenhagen, capital of Denmark, a city crammed with culture and history. Exploring the outskirts of the city I came across this cathedral beside a lake, the reflection making for a nice capture.

Filed Under: Architecture, Denmark, UK & Europe

Neuschwanstein Castle

January 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Perched atop a mountain in the small German village of Hohenschwangau is Neuschwanstein Castle, one of the countries top tourist attractions. Located near the Austrian border in the Bavarian region of Germany, the castle is visited by over 1 million people every year. Neuschwanstein has stood tall since 1886, and travelers visiting the castle today can be taken in by its neo-romantic styling, learn of its royal history and get to know the eccentric king who called it home.

Filed Under: Germany, Landscape, UK & Europe

Les Calanques Sunset

December 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment

South of Marseille on France’s Mediterranean coastline lie a series of bays and inlets know as Les Calanques. We took a bus from Marseilles to a small university town called Luminy and from here we found the walking trails that led to the coast. The tracks started off easy but as we progressed further down the coast we found ourselves on some rough terrain, steep hills and having to climb over trees. The view of the Calanques as the sun set was beautiful, we sat and admired the view for a few hours, not wanting to leave the picturesque setting in front of us.

Filed Under: France, Landscape, UK & Europe
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