Edinburgh Close

Normally when going into our great capital you do the usual things such as shopping, eating or visiting many museums or art galleries.  While these are all great things to do, I began to wonder about parts of Edinburgh that you might just walk straight by. 

These two images show a different side to Edinburgh and one which I would like to explore further.  I decided to show them in black and while because it give a more grainy approach to the images.

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©Lyndsey Norton Photography

Poppy

A lone poppy sits beside a field.  I find the detail around the poppy interesting, some look jagged, almost giving a violent feel, however the poppy sits quietly and serene.  

A trip up Traprain Law

Traprain Law

Recently myself and my other half took on the challenge of climbing Traprain Law.  I know to some it may not be much of a challenge but for someone who doesn't like climbing hills it is and, contrary to some, I only had a moan twice.

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 The image above shows our starting point.  A nice flat walk along the road with lovely views of the surrounding areas.  I love the many textures in this image.  It certainly shows you are amongst nature.

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Further up the hill I took this image.  I love the distinct colouring of the sky and hay fields.  I also have never seen bails of hay towered like this.  I felt a great sense of peace here.

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 Obviously a blog about Traprain Law would not be complete without an image of one of the horses that call this place home.  A single horse eats quietly while the rest of the herd ate a little a way.  Again the peaceful element came into play here.  This with the different textures of the grass, clouds and fields make up what I believe to be a interesting photograph.

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 The above two images show different elements that I didn't realise would be at the top of the Law.  The first shows a pool of water, presumably it is for the horses.   I like that throughout my series of images different textures are added which I believe show the many layers that can exist amongst nature.  The second image shows some built up stones.  Having discussed this with my partner, I found out that a fort once stood upon Traprain Law.  I find this sort of history fascinating, I love seeing remnants of what used to be.

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While I explored my surroundings, my other half did the same.  I love this image because it puts everything in perspective.  Whilst I perhaps didn't love the walk up Traprain, I did like the views at the top.  You couldn't hear anything other than a spoilt chicken making a riot at a distant farm.

Happiness

Today I went to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.  There were lots of street acts that were amazing and while I will upload more photographs later, I had to do a quick post.  Below are a couple of images from an act that I totally loved.  They were called 'Leodo: Paradise Lost'.  They are from Korea and  just blew me away. 



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They are a group of seven performers and whilst all were amazing.  This one woman really caught my eye.  Her passion was a amazing and her smile infectious.  I love going to the Fringe, you can find something new around every corner.

New Addition

It has been a busy time for myself the past few weeks and therefore haven’t posted.  However, I am now back in the swing of things and would like to start by showing you this image.

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The wee one is called Aysha.  She is a new addition to the family and is gorgeous.  She had a difficult start to life but has come on leaps and bounds and is now fitting in quite nicely.  

Gate

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The Gothic nature of this photograph is helped through not only the colouring of the image but the architecture itself.   I love the tones that have been achieved within the different textures within the image.

Menorca 2014

I am now back from a glorious week in Menorca, which although means cooler Scottish weather, it also means I have lots of photographs from my time there as well.  It is not my first time in the beautiful Cala Galdana and will not be my last.  

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There are different thoughts about what it is like to be alone.  One of which I believe the image above shows.  Wandering through an area where the apartments were either empty or closed (or both) made me think that life goes on even when nobody is there.  The brick work gets cracked and greenery still grows.  However ‘alone’ this images makes me feel, I still love the vibrant colours of the sky and terracotta floor.

On the other hand, being 'alone' could mean this image below and one which people might be able to identify with quite well.  This boat is not very far from the bay of Cala Galdana.  However from this angle there is nothing bar blue sky and sea.  Something quite tempting actually! 

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The locals are very friendly; we have kept in touch with a couple of people from Menorca.  The image below shows that even the animals are friendly.  This little one came right up to us as we passed one of the local bars. 

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 The expression on this little one’s face is very peaceful and, like me, enjoyed a bit of shade in the hot afternoon sun.

My final image follows the recurring themes of being alone as well as enjoying the tranquillity.  

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A boat docks in a quieter part of the bay, away from the busyness of other boats.  I like how the boat is slightly covered by the surrounding land.  I also like the cool colours of the green and the blue.

Overall I had a great time here: beautiful country and beautiful people.