Leica Manchester

Just come back from Manchester where we have done some more street photography with Brett from Leica - supported by the guys at Stephens Leica Store.

Thanks to everyone there for a great day!

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Normandy - France

Nearly 1000 miles on the Ducati Multistrada in 4 days!

Normandy has such an intertwined history with the UK - literally for centuries, not least the D-Day landings of the Second World War, represented most movingly by the numerous war cemeteries along it's coastline. An amazing logistical and engineering achievement at an unbearable cost.

As soon as you ride off the Euro shuttle the roads get smoother, the traffic lightens and, as a motorcyclist, the car drivers become much more polite. We'll be back!

The trusty M9 packs well into the pannier fortunately!

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Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia

Back from a flurry of long haul flights - the last one until late Summer - with a short hope to Spain in early June.

KL is one of those cities that feels very modern and quite Western in it's style - lots of shopping malls and restaurants. But having said all that, you still very much feel that you are in Asia - not least because of the 33c temperatures and 80% humidity.

There is no doubting the beauty and grandeur of the Petronas towers - either during the day or at night.

This weekend was the F1 Grand Prix at Sepang, and it was clear to see everywhere the influence of the sport on consumerism - advertisements everywhere - endorsed by drivers and their sponsors.

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Dallas Texas, JFK and all that!

So, back from another busy week in the US, this time visiting Dallas, Texas.

There wasn't too much time available this week for photography, but one thing that is a must visit is Dealey Plaza in Downtown Dallas. This was the scene of the assassination of John Fitzgerald Kennedy - the 35th President of the USA, which took place on the 22nd November 1963.

There is a museum there with amazing photography and film of that time which truly documents this piece of history.

One of the photographs below shows the fenced area behind the infamous grassy knoll where the alleged second shots where fired from. The others from the Book Repository building - which is where the museum is now housed.

The other photographs here are of the Pioneer Plaza cattle drive - taken by Christine. The sculptures are believed to be the largest bronze sculptures of their type in the world.

Saturday - Heathrow again - this time Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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Singapore

Just back from a short four day visit to Singapore - and re-adjusting to the temperature difference. In Singapore temperatures were a hot and humid 32c!

This is my second time to Singapore - the first was in 2002 and I can't believe how much development there has been. So many new buildings, offices and shopping centres.

It's a great 'crossroads' within Asia where many are on stop-overs to Australia - (only another 7 - 10 hours flying time depending on which city!), and many who have settled there for work.

Would be nice to be there in September for the F1 Grand Prix.

Next weekend, Dallas, Texas.

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Cornish Winter!

Here are a few shots from our recent visit to Cornwall.

The weather was blustery but surprisingly on the whole fine!

I love the skies and atmosphere during the Winter in Cornwall - and even better - no crowds!

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Laura Moore Leaves The Apprentice

Well Laura has left BBC One's The Apprentice - but she had a good run and was most gracious in defeat! Well done - a great job!

Here are some photographs from her 'official' leaving shoot.

Look out for her website coming soon.

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Hong Kong

Just back from a trip to Hong Kong - which is a really great place to visit.

It has a great atmosphere, a huge range of restaurants to suit every taste and wallet - and if you are into shopping - this is the place. Especially if you are into watches and sunglasses (who isn't?).

A short one hour drive takes you out to the islands with the geographic park - which is beautiful. Entirely different to Hong Kong island - a real oasis of traditional Chinese villages and peace and quiet.

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Nevada and Utah

Just got back from a trip to Las Vegas - and took the opportunity to go North to Utah and visited both Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon.

Here a few shots from the awesome landscapes that appear to your eyes no matter what direction you look in.

It's a five hour drive out of Vegas to Bryce (and five hours back of course) but it really is worthwhile.

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Laura Moore - The Apprentice BBC One

We recently did a shoot for Laura who is appearing in the forthcoming series of The Apprentice on BBC one.

She was charming and great fun to work with,

We wish her well on The Apprentice!

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Pembrokeshire Landscapes

Pembrokeshire -probably my favourite UK destination!

I spent many holidays in this part of Wales as a kid - and even now it's beauty still fills me with awe!

It's still relatively quiet compared to Cornwall, and in my view more beautiful and more spiritual.

Enjoy the views from a sunny week in September!

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Fabulous India

Here are a few shots from my recent working trip to India. Every where you look - there's a photograph in the making! India is the sort of place that you need to spend a really decent amount of time to explore and experience it's many facets. A week was simple not long enough.

Here's to the next time!

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New York City 2
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New York City

Just got back from New York. What an amazing city. There are so many districts with so many different 'feels' to them - from Greenwich Village to Brooklyn, Central Park to Soho, Midtown to the financial district.

For such a large city, I hope my photographs show that that you can still find your own space and tranquility.

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Royal Ascot

Just a few shots from Royal Ascot this week. A fantastic atmosphere and great fun, and extra special by being in the Royal Enclosure (with great thanks to Tracy and Tony for this!).

Not sure that the top hat and tails is a great look for me though!

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