Terry Coffey started taking photographs as a child with his father’s Box Brownie. He then moved on to his own cameras and in later life became a member, and sometime chairman, of the Chalfonts and Gerrards Cross Camera Club. In the last 15 years Terry concentrated on judging and was appointed a judge by the Chilterns Association of Camera Clubs and the Photographic Alliance of Great Britain. He has judged about 400 competitions including an International Salon of 12 countries in four continents.
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Buildings
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ex19B001
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Friends Meeting Hall, Chesham.
Author
T Cherrill
Comment
The main attraction of this interior is the fall of sunlight from a high window which really lifts it.
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ex19B003
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Bledlow
Author
M King
Comment
Appealing view. Makes one want to walk into it. The wide angle lens distortion of the church is part of its charm.
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ex19B006
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Greys Court
Author
P Brodrick
Comment
A conventional but imposing take on this imposing house. Nothing new in house extension. (Makes one wonder about the taste of previous owners).
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ex19B010
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National Theatre from Waterloo Bridge
Author
J Conboy
Comment
An engaging picture of a national icon which has been much criticised for its ugliness. This, at dusk, gives a much more pleasing impression.
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ex19B013
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Royal Albert Docks Liverpool and beyond.
Author
J Fitzgerald
Comment
This author has chosen a very imposing viewing point. An excellent start for any photographic venture. An impressive building shown to advantage.
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ex19B014
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The stained glass window at St. Mary the Virgin, Kirtlington, reflected in the floor
Author
C Smith
Comment
This interior has great charm - which is largely due to very careful assessment of exposure. Mostly ambient light, with some artificial also. Tricky but well worked. Not so happy with partial "Earl of …" plaque. All or nothing perhaps?
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ex19B015
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Baddesley Clinton is a National Trust property in Warwickshire, home to the Ferrers family for over 500 years.
Author
C Smith
Comment
A fine photograph of a fine house on a fine day. And how fortunate to have a fine sky with a majestic cloud tower emphasising the fine chimneys.
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ex19B016
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Spinnaker Tower at Portsmouth
Author
G Stebbing-Allen
Comment
Evidence that a conventionally centred subject can succeed. The high rise building and the yacht mast balance the composition.
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ex19B018
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The tiny island of Mousa in Shetland has the finest preserved example of an Iron Age broch, thought to have been built in about 100BC. These are therefore the oldest stairs I have ever climbed
Author
A Beck
Comment
Bob the Builder certainly knew his stuff 2100 years ago. What a shame H&S needed that railing.
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ex19B021
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Dovecote at Parham House, Sussex
Author
J Scafe
Comment
Splendidly framed through the arch. There are many layers in the frame: door, arch, railing, dovecote, grass, trees and sky, all skilfully composed.
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ex19B022
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All round sound, Lincoln Cathedral
Author
P Cherrill
Comment
The presence of the choir in bright blue contrasts and provides a base for this image adding life and scale to the cathedral.
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ex19B024
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West front of the 12th century Cistercian church at Bylands Abbey, North Yorkshire
Author
B Hunt
Comment
The positive quality of this makes a fine record of the ancient remnant of a once great church. The sunlit detail through the left arch is too bright. A shame they wouldn't permit you to remove the modern fence, oh dear! Great sky.
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ex19B028
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Abingdon Town Hall
Author
T Hyde
Comment
The photographer has made the most of this fine building by keeping the camera low. It really makes its presence felt, doesn't it?
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ex19B030
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The V&A Museum London, Rooms 91-93: Jewellery. A circular staircase provide access to a mezzanine floor
Author
J Harrison
Comment
The small person`s presence on the stairs is vital. The blue lighting, another essential, is reflected on the boy. The image is alive.
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ex19B034
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Knole, Kentish Ragstone, front entrance
Author
J Hockey
Comment
This canted view of dear old Knole is refreshing. It gives vitality to what could have been merely a record shot.
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ex19B036
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London Bridge 2
Author
A Strawn
Comment
One of the advantages of glass buildings is the distorted reflections give us a fresh look at what they reflect. This also has a threateningly interesting cloud.
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ex19B039
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Stowe House – Buckinghamshire. The original Manor dates back to the 1500’s
Author
S Cook
Comment
Isn't that lawn majestic? (Must get tartan mower). The water adds spaciousness and the tiny human figure, scale.
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ex19B040
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Whitstable Harbour, constructed in 1831, was the first in the world to be served by a railway. It is still a busy working harbour today, supporting shipping, fishing and wind farm maintenance
Author
M Parry
Comment
Unromantic view of present day Whitstable with its clutter of cars and bins and rubbish. Realism, well recorded, and the union flag giving a hint of breeziness and fresh sea air.
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ex19B042
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B & W Long exposure of Harbour walls west of Brighton.
Author
D Jeffrey
Comment
No doubt about it, unconventional treatments can enhance interest when successful. This long exposure is gratifyingly dramatic.
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ex19B043
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Canary Wharf viewed from tower block, Camberwell, south east London, towards sunset.
Author
W Arthurs
Comment
A very professional looking city-scape. All the architects verticals are perfectly preserved, The dark green trees and their shadows against that sunlit yellow wall works well.
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ex19B047
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Going to the Roof Gardens at Canary Wharf.
Author
S Tripp
Comment
Excellent proof of the photographers "seeing eye". Everything else can be taught, learnt, acquired by experience; but this is a talent you have or have not. Millions with cameras would pass this without seeing.
Flora & Fauna
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ex19F016
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Redwings are winter visitors between October and April, often from Iceland or Scandinavia. They are usually found in open country or hedgerows, but visit gardens in hard weather
Author
M Parry
Comment
A very natural study of the Perched Redwing. Am I bothered by the twig behind almost touching (visually) our little friend? Not at all, it is simply going about its lawful occasions, at which you have observed it.
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ex19F030
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Meadow Cranesbill flowers on Mill Meadow, Henley-on-Thames
Author
C Ormonde
Comment
Now here is a lovely picture of Meadow Cranesbill enjoying a fine day at Henley. This cousin of the Geranium is, I think, one of our most pretty wild flowers. Prettily photographed.
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ex19F037
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"The icy winter of 2018", taken at the lake next to the Spade Oak, Little Marlow. The temperature had been well below zero for several days, causing these unusual ice forms on the plant stems at the edge of the lake.
Author
K Guy
Comment
Yes, another unusual sight well worth capturing. Ice formations offer extraordinary shapes and images for the observant photographer.
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ex19F048
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Ragged Robin, Malham
Author
M Mee
Comment
A charming study of this delicate perennial. In de-focussing the background the author has been careful to leave us enough hint of the natural environment.
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ex19F056
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Bluebells and Ransome, St. Pauls Walden
Author
C Howe
Comment
Of this author's many fine works, I think this appeals to me most - due to its unconventional study of the margin between woodland and farmland. Very well observed and made.
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ex19F068
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Ashridge Spring
Author
P Wood
Comment
If I said this could be a painting, it would have been by a most accomplished artist. The photograph imparts a very strong feel of Chilterns woodlands.
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ex19F075
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Fungi in the sun: Found sitting in a shaft of sunlight in Hughenden woods.
Author
B Smith
Comment
Capturing this little fungus in the sun really makes the picture sing. You make your own luck by diligence don’t you!
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ex19F080
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Naphill, Bee leaving a flower
Author
P Davis
Comment
A very fine capture. Both flower and bee are shown in fine detail. Reassuring to see such a healthy bee.
Heritage
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ex19H001
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Grand Union Canal at Berkhampstead with Totem Pole
Author
G Stebbing-Allen
Comment
This delightful shot conveys both British and North American heritage. Strong composition.
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ex19H005
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The iconic power station (do we now think of it as heritage?) is getting its long-awaited makeover
Author
S Rodrick
Comment
A more recent part of our country's long heritage. Industrial power now retired to a more restful time in its troubled history. Subject embraced between the frantic activity of the cranes and the burgeoning new life of the saplings.
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ex19H006
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The intact but marooned York Water Gate on the Thames Embankment
Author
S Rodrick
Comment
The fine old water gate looking embarrassed amongst much younger contemporary edifices.
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ex19H008
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Fly past of Hawker Hurricane at Henley Royal Regatta.
Author
D Jeffrey
Comment
NOT the iconic Vickers Supermarine Spitfire, but its slightly older cousin, the Hawker Hurricane of Battle of Britain fame.
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ex19H009
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The Ross Fountain under Edinburgh Castle – June 2018 following a £1.6M restoration programme.
Author
S Cook
Comment
The refurbished fountain looking splendidly proud against the sombre grey background.
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ex19H010
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The wooden pier at Swanage with added shelter
Author
C Smith
Comment
Pier and shelter intended for holiday-making humanity is shown to us on a day unsuitable for sunscreen and candy floss. We are free to enjoy the uncluttered geometry of the architecture without distraction.
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ex19H011
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Gas lamp gas, Scarborough 1965. Two drivers chat before getting their engines ready for return day trips.
Author
J Scafe
Comment
A very atmospheric contemporary/period glimpse of a more recent time in our heritage.
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ex19H014
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Neolithic Burial Chamber, Herm
Author
P Cherrill
Comment
Well, yes of course the new stone age is indeed part of our heritage, albeit distant; but worth thinking of in this time of Martian exploration. How many generations since that person died?
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ex19H015
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Roman painted frieze, Vindolanda
Author
P Cherrill
Comment
Coming forward a couple of thousand years, we find a beautiful Roman frieze of Vindolanda, reminding us that our heritage consists of numerous foreign cultures.
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ex19H017
Caption
The Liverpool Carters Working Horse in Royal Albert Docks.
Author
J Fitzgerald
Comment
In one small area we have reminders of our seafaring heritage, both sail and power together with the need for road transport once the ships have docked.
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ex19H018
Caption
12th century floor tiles at Bylands Abbey, North Yorkshire
Author
B Hunt
Comment
The only example of 12th century heritage I have selected - your members have covered a very broad church. A valuable archive for future historians (post Brexit).
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ex19H021
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A rider shows grim determination as he urges his 1944 Triumph T100 Special Racer up the Kop Hill Climb at Princes Risborough
Author
J Harrison
Comment
For those of my age heritage does include the 20th century. In fact I used to ride a 500cc Triumph Speed Twin - about 1950's vintage I believe. Powerful motorcycles, still very much in evidence in the 21st century, though jazzier in appearance.
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ex19H022
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Old friends enjoy each others company while queuing for their turn to race up the Kop Hill Climb at Princes Risborough
Author
J Harrison
Comment
A wonderfully enjoyable image of two friends sharing a common enthusiasm - makes me envious!
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ex19H023
Caption
Lindisfarne
Author
M Mee
Comment
The old pile is looking comfortably serene on its rock, after its turbulent history. The sloping horizon is no doubt wide-angle lens distortion, as the flagpole is vertical, the fence is a splendid journey for the eye.
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ex19H024
Caption
St. Mary's Lighthouse, Whitley
Author
M Mee
Comment
Quite enchanting. Magical light, pleasing reflection and exquisitely delicate colours.
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ex19H029
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Holy Trinity Micklegate, York. East End. This church incorporates parts of a mediaeval Benedictine Priory.
Author
W Arthurs
Comment
This beautifully photographed church embraces both medieval and contemporary heritage. Of course, Christianity cannot be ignored when surveying our heritage.
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ex19H032
Caption
Naphill Fly Past
Author
P Davis
Comment
The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight is a most important reminder of Britain's 20th century darkest hour heritage. Here overflying a piece of 21st century leisurewear.
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ex19H034
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Egerton and Stanley Arms, Ashridge
Author
J Hockey
Comment
Heraldry is of course a most valuable aspect of our heritage as this author reminds us with a fine take on these arms at Ashridge.
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ex19H038
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In the Temple of Mithras, Blomberg Building, London
Author
T Cherrill
Comment
A remarkably living capture of this ancient Roman relic from beneath Londinium's streets being admired by 21st century worshipers.
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ex19H041
Caption
The detail and pastel colours of these beach huts make them an irresistible subject. For photography, a visit out of season is much more rewarding as all the doors are closed!
Author
A Beck
Comment
How did someone achieve such delightful orchestration of pastel colours throughout so many ownerships? Well seen.
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ex19H042
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At the Henley Show
Author
T Hyde
Comment
The Pony and Trap was once a most important part of heritage for many people. A pleasing reminder of a once essential means of transport.
Landscape
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ex19L008
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Romney Marsh, one of England’s wonderful quiet backwaters
Author
S Rodrick
Comment
This picture of serenity conveying the wonderful quietness of Romney Marsh. The river’s serpentine course cruises the eye delightfully up to the horizon. The building an excellent stop. The sky is ideal for reflection; pity about the pesky contrails.
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ex19L016
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Dead of Winter, Ashridge
Author
P Wood
Comment
This almost entirely monochromatic Ashridge conjures up a sense of the time brilliantly.
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ex19L022
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"The icy winter of 2018", taken at the lake next to the Spade Oak, Little Marlow
Author
K Guy
Comment
Redolent of the chill of winters past. The foreground grasses in colour works very well against the mono background.
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ex19L023
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The walkway to Marsh Lock on the River Thames, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
Author
C Ormonde
Comment
Compelling us to walk through the picture. Sun and shadow under the leafy bower are appealing.
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ex19L027
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Pembroke Castle in November- The birthplace of Henry VII.
Author
J Fitzgerald
Comment
The brooding presence of the castle, reflected ghostily in the water, contrasting with the sunny sky above.
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ex19L030
Caption
Evening at Loch Broom
Author
Q Barrett
Comment
Light is of course the dominant factor in photography and this one’s quality of refulgence is what lifts it. Enjoy the contrast of the green-hulled working fishing boat moored among its elegant cousins, the pleasure yachts.
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ex19L036
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Looking south towards Chesil Beach and Portland, from the top of the “Golden Cap” the highest point on the south coast (191 Mts)
Author
S Cook
Comment
Wow! There's a chunk of landscape and no mistake! No prizes for acreage though, but it is a lovely view, isn't it? Do we mind the scatter of black bales? No! And who can identify the black semicircle, bottom centre?
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ex19L042
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The ever growing London skyline, Clapham Junction
Author
J Scafe
Comment
Looking through the layers of Clapham Junction's track and platform to the middle-ground of signs, walls, fences and masts rising to the background of high-rise blocks and cranes. The signal gantry to the left, and the lamp-standard to the right, hold the composition together beautifully.
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ex19L047
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Hermaness is at the northern most tip of Unst, the most northerly of the Shetland Isles. We camped overnight in our motorhome in the lighthouse car park at Hermaness, and it was deserted, so for that one night we were the most northerly couple in the whole of the United Kingdom.
Author
Beck
Comment
Very satisfying how all the elements hang together so well. I love the anabatic wind cloud blowing over the distant rocks.
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ex19L051
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Seven Sisters cliffs, East Sussex
Author
G Stebbing-Allen
Comment
Splendid photograph of the house; lucky someone put those cliffs there to balance the composition!
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ex19L055
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View of Whitehorse Hill on the Ridgeway
Author
L Rhodes
Comment
Magnificent view of this famous part of the Ridgeway with passing cumulus adding interest and the tiny human figures for scale.
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ex19L057
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The harbour at Brixham, Devon, including the full size replica of the Golden Hind
Author
C Smith
Comment
How did you manage to get that house painted yellow for a focal point? The church provides balance. The diagonal rows of boats give a dynamic.
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ex19L063
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Luton from Galley Hill
Author
C Howe
Comment
Who'd have thought it? Luton looking so pretty. Choice of viewing point again and those cumulus clouds - a glider pilot's dream!
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ex19L066
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Stourhead
Author
P Brodrick
Comment
Gorgeous. Mother Nature's palette takes some beating. Irresistible Stourhead again.
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ex19L072
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View from (under) Hungerford Bridge
Author
J Conboy
Comment
A most interesting combination of elements: architecture; engineering; lighting; cables; cranes and living people, not to forget the wet pavement. Once again, well seen.
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ex19L077
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Marlow
Author
M King
Comment
Couldn't resist this one. Who is your money on, black or white?. I think the dog is out-gunned. Very well seen and caught.
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ex19L080
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First snowfall of 2018 in Gunnersbury Park, Acton. The two dogs, left while their owner went back for a third, are anxiously watching her return.
Author
S Tripp
Comment
A very engaging capture of the anxious dogs in a pleasing setting. With a very obvious journey for the eye.
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ex19L084
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Naphill snow on logs
Author
P Davis
Comment
The beautifying effect of a snowfall is well remembered in this image. I wonder if you have another from the same spot at the height of our long, hot summer?
Other
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ex19O004
Caption
Snowshill Toy Soldier Windmill
Author
J Hockey
Comment
Combining the qualities of surprise and humour with good photography gives us this entertaining image.
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ex19O005
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Rowing boats can be hired on the River Brit at West Bay in Dorset
Author
M Parry
Comment
The British at play; wonderful! Aesthetically this would be ruled out for 'too much information' but here that is the whole point.
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ex19O009
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There is a world of difference between being inside or outside at a coffee shop in Columbia Road London
Author
J Harrison
Comment
Street photography? Photo journalism? Political comment? Take your pick. The window reflections complicate this contemporary problem.
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ex19O018
Caption
Saltaire near Bradford is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Salts Mill (there is disagreement about whether it should have an apostrophe) houses a wonderful gallery of David Hockney's work, much of it done on his i-pad. This couple were silhouetted against the colourful paintings.
Author
A Beck
Comment
Art lovers not quite silhouetted against Hockney's famous paintings create a memorable image. Even the gallery's leg guard forms a significant part of the composition.
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ex19O020
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Boats for hire, Swanbourne Lake, Arundel, W. Sussex.
Author
W Arthurs
Comment
Eighteen gulls and several ducks really do appear to be doing nothing. The humour of this well observed piece of avian business is the main appeal.
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ex19O023
Caption
Naphill Loose Screw
Author
P Davis
Comment
How to create a striking and memorable image out of very little. Not as easy as the author makes it look.
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ex19O024
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Filming "The Imitation Game", Chesham
Author
T Cherrill
Comment
Photography employed to make a dramatic image of another visual arts technology. Why not?
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ex19O028
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The Swanage Lifeboat "George Thomas Lacy"
Author
C Smith
Comment
Holding the lens down makes the most of the boat's lines and enhances the drama of the shot.
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ex19O031
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A siesta in the parterre at Northerwood House, Lyndhurst
Author
L Rush
Comment
Of necessity, a grab shot - not to be missed. The little cherub lower right is not happy with the stag's uninvited presence.
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ex19O032
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Surfacing the Waddesdon Greenway
Author
J Conboy
Comment
This high angle shot is not only more impressive than a level shot, it is also more informative. (How many men does it take to watch two working?)
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ex19O034
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Speed cameras on the Blackwall Tunnel approach road
Author
J Conboy
Comment
Another example of a striking shot most of us would have missed, dare I say?
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ex19O039
Caption
Sierra Nevada in Latimer: During the summer photographer Mark King led a Photo Walk for the Chiltern Society. Seeing abstract image possibilities around us was a key theme.
Author
B Smith
Comment
An abstract image of a very real material subject. Yes, it is the geology that is impressive, but it needed this photographer to reveal it to us.
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ex19O041
Caption
Hang Gliding
Author
P Wood
Comment
Hang glider by Monet? No, but the impressionistic sky certainly adds pleasure to what might have been uninspiring.
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ex19O047
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Modern sculptures, Salisbury
Author
P Cherrill
Comment
Very touching. But no future in it (cross breeding).
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ex19O050
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Black-headed gull, winter plumage so no black head, At the Thames near Bourne End
Author
K Guy
Comment
A very elegant capture of the gull's descending final approach. The water surface nicely diffused.
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ex19O052
Caption
A garlic bulb
Author
B Hunt
Comment
Highly competently lit and photographed garlic bulb. We feel we could peel the outer skin.
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ex19O055
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Delivery day
Author
A Strawn
Comment
Perhaps one of the most memorable images in the exhibition. But it's only a pile of cartons! So, again that 'seeing eye' has recognised its possibilities.
