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Living on the edge - Different worlds.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
The photo is taken in Suffolk, England from Kessingland beach which is a large expanse of sand, pebbles and grasses. The photo looks towards Lowestoft a busy coastal town. The two seem worlds apart but are joined by the sea. Today I want to be on the beach.
Living on the edge - Coastguard cottages.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
This is taken at Weybourne, Norfolk, UK.
Living on the edge - Glorious Mud.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
This was taken at Morston, Norfolk, England. When high tides occur the sea will come up over the the paths and marsh covering them in glorious silty mud.
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When you can't sleep, despite being shattered and ready to drop, what do you do? don't fret inside, sitting drinking cups of tea, get the boots on, head to the shoreline and capture the gorgeous moonlight that is transforming the village tonight.
Living on the edge - dancing on the sand.
Even when the outlook is grey you can still dance on the sand.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
The photo is of the beach at Old Hunstanton, Norfolk, England.
Living on the edge - Coastal Elements.
The land, the sea and the sky. Taken from the pier at Cromer, Norfolk, England.
I've not taken many photos lately or added more to my Flickr account as my head just not been in the right place. I'm still not sure it is but I have to start again somewhere,
Living on the edge - Summers end.
Cromer Pier as the day moves to evening on a late summers day. The rhythms of seaside towns tend to follow those of school holidays and as the children return to education Cromer will once again become the property of the locals and older generation.
I started this composition with seeing clouds over my town. Then I drove over to the Big Sur coast to find a nice scene to complement those clouds. Finally, I went down a cliff to find a nice foreground to complete the image. These lavender "seaside daisies" (Erigeron glaucus) are native to California and are a part of the larger sunflower family.
Living on the edge - Cromer Pier.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
Pleasure piers form part of the landscape of our coastal resorts. Most were built in the Victorian era to allow paddle steamers carrying tourists to dock and depart and have evolve as tourism has changed. Cromer pier has a working theatre and lifeboat station at it's end and remains a popular spot with tourists, fishermen and photographers.
Living on the edge - In our defence.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
I love the coastline but I find the sea defences at Sheringham, Norfolk quite harsh and brutal in appearance. Rather than a love of the sea it appears almost a rejection of it.
Taken at Sheringham, Norfolk, England.
Living on the edge - living on the edge.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
The coastguard cottages at Weybourne, Norfolk, England are one of the subjects that I return repeatedly. I always worry that they will be closer to the edge than the last time I visited but the don't seem to be, whilst other bits of cliff have definitely fallen to the beach below. I suspect they will be there long after I have stopped photographing them.
Living on the edge - 10.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
I have recently moved house and this photo is taken at Hunstanton which is now one of the closer coastal towns to my new address, The groynes at Hunstanton are both numbered, hence the title and zigzag in shape. I have no idea why but I'm sure there must be a reason other than giving me something different to photograph.
Living on the edge - Sheringham to Weybourne.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
This is the view towards Weybourne from the coast watch lookout at Skelding Hill, Sheringham, Norfolk, England.
Living on the edge -Sheringham seafront.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
I was drawn to the building in the photo as it reminded me of the out door art deco swimming pool that I would go to in the summer in my youth.
I love the contrasting line of the building against the sea and sky.
Living on the edge. Southwold, Suffolk.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
Southwold, Suffolk, England captured from the pier. The building on the horizon is Sizewell power station.
Living on the edge - Catching the supper.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
Taken at Weybourne, Norfolk, England. Looking east toward Sheringham. This shot as sat in my to do file for a very long time, so it really is about time that I did something with it.
Living on the edge - The boats of Morston.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
I photograph this view a lot, many aspects constantly change. With the seasons, tides and different boats and their positions all varying on different visits. The position of the landscape features such as the church at Blakeney or the coastal footpath remain the same and provide a familiar backdrop. It's probably my favourite North Norfolk view.
Taken at Morston, Norfolk, England.
Living on the edge - Boundary line.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
The surf is a a boundary between two different worlds. one of which is not natural place for us to be but we have learnt to survive in it, and on it and to travel through and across it.
Maybe there are other lessons here.
Taken at Snettisham Beach, Norfolk, England.
Living on the edge - Stage lights.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
This shot is taken on the pier at Cromer, Norfolk, England. It looks straight down the middle of the pier towards the sea and the theatre. I love walking on piers and looking at the sea below my feet through the gaps in the boards or taking photos back towards the land or along the line of the sea as it hits the beach. There is something rather timeless about them.
Living on the edge - From the other side. Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
Blakeney Point at Blakeney, Norfolk, England is a spit of land that stretches out into the sea from Cley. It provide safe moorings for boats in the naturally protected Blakeney Harbour and the end is home to England's largest grey seal colony with around 4,000 pups born each year. The building is the old lifeboat house which is now an exhibition centre and home to the National Trust wardens that look after the area and colony.
Living on the edge - From the other side (B&W). Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
Blakeney Point at Blakeney, Norfolk, England is a spit of land that stretches out into the sea from Cley. It provide safe moorings for boats in the naturally protected Blakeney Harbour and the end is home to England's largest grey seal colony with around 4,000 pups born each year. The building is the old lifeboat house which is now an exhibition centre and home to the National Trust wardens that look after the area and colony.
Living on the edge - Exploring the boundaries
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
It is unusual to find a totally deserted beach in Norfolk. There is nearly always someone walking along the edge with the sea lapping close to their feet, maybe they are exploring the boundary between land and sea or maybe their thoughts are elsewhere.
This shot is taken from the beach car park at Weybourne, Norfolk, England. It looks towards Sheringham and both the coastguard lookout and the lifeboat shed can be seen in the distance.
Living on the edge - big sky.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
This was taken from the quay at Morston, Norfolk, England looking towards Blakeney. It is one of my favourite views with the river providing a leading line and the big open expanse of marsh and sky. I walk this area quite a lot with my dog and camera so if you are ever there you might bump into me.
Living on the edge - Life's a beach.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
Taken whilst out for a walk on the beach at Holkham, Norfolk, England with a group friends.
Just for once, everyone looked casually at the camera. No one hid behind someone else, nobody struck a silly pose, nobody did bunny ears behind someone else and no one made a silly face. Just for once everything was just right and I took a photo.
Living on the edge - Snake on the prom.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
I must have walked passed this spot hundreds of times before my eye was caught by the curve of the wall in front of the Theatre.
I'm not entirely happy with the finished article it feels too dark to me, but I didn't like it when I tried it lighter. So for now at least it stays dark.
By Aerosmith.
Bella in her favourite place, hanging onto a narrow windowsill.
Happy Caturday. For a song that reminds you of your cat.
Living on the edge - Patrolling the boundary.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
This is Snettisham Beach which is not far from where I now live. When the tide is in, to me it almost seems like a long straight roadway of no man's land between the land and the sea.
Living on the edge - Scarborough Castle.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
The ruins of Scarborough Castle sit on a promontory between the northern and southern parts of Scarborough. The site is managed by English Heritage and is well worth a visit.
Camper vans are able to park up overnight on the road that runs around the promontory (This may now have changed.) and these are the white vehicles that can be seen.
Taken from North Bay, Scarborough, Yorkshire, England.
RNLB 37 - 15 Ernest Tom Neathercoat. is a retired and restored Lifeboat that can be found at Wells-next-the-sea, Norfolk England. She served at Wells-Next-The-Sea station from 1965 until 1990 and was then based at Sunderland until 1991.
Living on the edge - Walking the boundary (colour version).
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
The beach at Holkham, Norfolk, England is vast and there is always space for everyone in this unspoilt landscape The beach is backed by a pine forest which is a nature reserve with the magnificent Holkham hall and village beyond.
Although I have previously posted a black and white version of this I like this colour version just as much.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
I didn't know what Blucher, the name of the boat in the photo, meant so I did a bit of goggling. It is a type of high shoe with laces over the tongue. This doesn't really seem to fit with the name of a boat. Maybe it is a just a family name. I think I'll stick to taking photos and leave boat names to others.
Living on the edge - Winter Sun.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
This taken at Sheringham in Norfolk, England, UK. The water in the foreground is a model boating lake and the shelter this on top of the cliff above the beach and North Sea. Most of our winter has been grey, but this day at this moment the sky was a beautiful blue.
Living on the edge - It's a big world.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
This is taken at Well-next-the-sea, Norfolk, England from just off of the pedestrian path that runs along the sea defence bank next to Beach Road. Whilst the walkway was busy with people enjoying the early autumn sun the foreshore and the world beyond were empty (except for the dredger) of people and obvious activity.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
Back in July the weather gave us blue skies and a warm sun. How I wish we were back in July.
Taken at Overstrand, Norfolk, England.
Living on the edge - Rugged.
Although I grew up in a working class area of a big city I find myself drawn to photograph the the coast and the junction of land, sea and sky. Mankind has been part of this landscape for thousands of years and we are now as much a part of it as the waves.
The tractor units that they use at Weybourne to take the fishing boats to and from the sea are tough, compact and built to last. They are out in all weathers and although they don't cover many miles they certainly earn their keep.
Taken at Weybourne, Norfolk, England.