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.”
When we visit Scotland to see family & friends we try to make time to explore more of the country of my birthplace. I have to admit I have probably explored more of the North-East of Scotland in the 10 years since I have moved away than I ever did when lived there. Earlier this … More Common Guillemot
Lately I have found myself busier at work, which has resulted in spending less time behind the camera and writing blog updates. When I have been able to spend behind the camera, I’ve not quite managed to find the time to sort out any photos that I have taken. Last month we finally managed to … More Seal Beach
Peterhead (aka Peterheid as us Scot’s call it) is a small fishing town in Aberdeenshire in the North East of Scotland.
In June while visiting Aberdeen we took a day trip to Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire while there we spent the afternoon at nearby Dunnottar Castle. Although I have visited the site of Dunnottar Castle several times over the years this was the first time that I explored the actual castle itself. The castle provides some majestic views … More Dunnottar
Back in June while visiting friends and family in Aberdeen, we took a trip to Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire. While growing up my parents would take me on many day trips to Stonehaven and it has become one of my favourite costal towns in Aberdeenshire.
On our recent trip back to Aberdeen to visit family and friends we took some time out to visit the Botanical Gardens at the University of Aberdeen’s Zoology campus; Cruickshank Botanic Garden. The gardens were in bloom with many different flowers and plants, their collection of Giant Thistles is what captured my attention.
On our recent trip to Aberdeen we took some time out to visit Banchory a small rural town situated in Aberdeenshire, where I spent many a summers day while growing up. Banchory is considered the gateway to the Royal Deeside. On this visit we spent some time taking in the views on the banks of … More Banchory & the River Dee
While on our trip to last month up to Aberdeen we took some time out to Visit Stonehaven and explored the harbour. So many childhood memories of spending summer evenings around the harbour.
[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
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