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July 2024 Landscape Photography Review

July 2024 was a month of exploration and discovery as I ventured through the picturesque landscapes of East Sussex, the South Downs, and embarked on a road trip to the rugged coastlines of Devon. My journey began with evening hikes across Butts Brow and continued through iconic locations such as High and Over, Glynde, and Seaford, where I experimented with various lighting conditions, compositions, and technical techniques to capture the dynamic beauty of wheat fields and coastal vistas. Each location presented unique challenges and opportunities, from the strong winds creating motion blur in the wheat fields to the dramatic sunsets and moonrises that illuminated the rolling hills and fields of Phacelia.

Despite the unpredictable weather and the physical demands of navigating remote terrains, my passion for landscape photography drove me to capture the essence of these stunning locations. Through careful planning and spontaneous exploration, I discovered new compositions and honed my skills in capturing wide-angle shots that highlight the harmony between foreground elements and distant horizons. This month reinforced the importance of persistence, preparation, and the continual pursuit of perfecting the craft of landscape photography.

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April Landscape Photography 2024

April is all about springtime and capturing all the blooming rapeseed farmland and bluebell and garlic woodland. What follows is my landscape photography adventures through the Kent downs, east Sussex wealds, west Sussex parks and ancient woodland in Wiltshire during April 2024.

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March Landscape Photography 2024

What follows is a review of Landscape and seascape photography during March 2024. The majority of the time spent outdoors was on the south downs and coast of East Sussex.

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Photographing Carmarthenshire Castles

Capturing Carmarthenshire’s Castle Splendor

Venturing from the coastal wonders of Pembrokeshire to the picturesque landscapes of Brecon Beacons, the road trip unfolded with fascinating interludes at the historic castles of Carmarthenshire. These fortresses, each perched in splendid isolation or upon rocky hills, unveiled both history and photographic opportunity in equal measure. Our journey through Llansteffan, Dryslwyn, and Castle Carreg Cennen was marked by brilliant sunshine after stormy weather, steep climbs to panoramic viewpoints, and serendipitous moments like rainbows gracing the Welsh countryside. Join me as we explore these ancient wonders, blending history, breathtaking landscapes, and practical photography insights in the heart of Carmarthenshire.

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August 2023 Landscape Photography

Exploring August’s Canvas: A Photographic Journey

As the sun-kissed days of August gently fade into memory, it’s time to reflect upon the vibrant chapters of a month filled with photographic pursuits. From the sweeping landscapes of the South Downs to the tranquil shores of East Sussex, I embarked on a journey through nature’s masterpiece, capturing moments that whispered of golden hours, misty dawns, and elusive moonrises. Each click of the shutter was a brushstroke upon a canvas of memories, weaving a narrative of both triumphs and lessons learned. Join me as we venture through the pages of this August photography review, where each image holds a story, and every adventure leaves its imprint on the artist’s soul.

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Rodmell Barley Fields Sunset

Nestled within the heart of the South Downs is a treasure waiting to stir my artistic soul – the enchanting Rodmell Barley Fields. This captivating landscape has an uncanny ability to awaken my creativity, offering a serene escape that beckons exploration and introspection.

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Firle Beacon Sunset South Downs

Bo Peep to Firle Beacon: A Captivating Summer Sunset Journey

Recently, I embarked on a picturesque evening adventure, capturing the mesmerizing July summer sunset from the stunning Firle Beacon. Join me as I recount my experience, filled with scenic compositions and unexpected moments of beauty.

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South Downs Falmer Road Sunset

First photography walk of July 2023 was a scout over a section of the south downs from Falmer road near Brighton. The intention was to photograph golden hour and sunset.

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Wilmington Hill to Alfriston

First walk and landscape photography of January 2023 took me over Wilmington Hill and pass Alfriston village in East Sussex on a beautiful winters day and dramatic south downs scenery.

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High Weald Autumn Colours

The last days of autumn were upon us. Those warm deep golden hues would soon be gone for another season. From late morning onwards the weather forecast looked promising for a visualisation had in mind. With no specific composition in mind the plan was to capture an autumn woodland scene somewhere on the High Weald in East Sussex.

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Poppy Sunset Ditchling Road Brighton

Having scouted out the poppy field along Ditchling road on the south downs near Brighton the plan now was to return for a sunset shoot. What follows is a couple of attempts to photograph the poppies at Ditchling and a scout of Titch Hill.

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Ditchling Road Poppies Brighton

June is a popular month for photography Poppies. It can be pretty random from year to year where the poppies will grow. Being a member of many social media groups dedicated to landscape photography and the countryside, postings into these groups will soon notify you where the poppies are growing.

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