As the first snow of 2026 finally settles over Sheffield, I’m reminded of the epic snowfall that’s blanketed Aberdeen in recent weeks. It takes me back to 2010, to some of my earliest photographs capturing the depth and quiet beauty of an Aberdeen winter.”
A few months back while visiting Aberdeen we spent an afternoon exploring Seaton Park, which lies to the north of the city on the banks of the River Don. During all my years growing up & living in the city I hadn’t visited the park until this year. I always assumed it was a small … More Donside Crows
[St Machar Cathedral, Aberdeen, Scotland] On our recent trip up to Aberdeen to visit family and friends we took some timeout to visit St Machar Cathedral, which is located in the old town of the city. In all my years growing up in Aberdeen I have never been to St Machar Cathedral before even though … More St Machar Cathedral
[Bucksburn, Aberdeen] So we woke up on this morning to a white Christmas, which wasn’t a great surprise as we’ve had snowfall right up to Christmas. After the customary opening of presents it was time to venture outside to explore our winter landscape. One of the best places to take in the beauty of this … More White Christmas
[Bucksburn, Aberdeen] Its that time of year again, winter is setting in and its coming up to Christmas. Like most winter’s in the north-east of Scotland we have been hit by heavy snowfall, which looks like it may last until Christmas. Some places around Scotland have been hit with temperatures as low as –20c. I … More Winter Wonderland
I decided that it was about time that I got outside and took more photos. It’s been a little while since I last did any proper nature shots. Although I live in a city I am surround by farmland less than a 2 minute walk from my door. So thought I should take advantage of … More Back to Nature
[Bucksburn, Aberdeen] I have not done much photography this year so far for one reason and another. Although I have not done any portrait shoots this year yet, I did go out and do some location shoots when we had all the snow back in January. I only got round to finishing off the … More The Big Freeze
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