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Swan, St James's Park

Swan, meditating, St James’s Park

This swan caught my eye one sunlit evening as I crossed the park. Although the image required a bit of retouching – removing debris from the surface of the water...

Mushrooms, Borough Market

Mushroom magic: the season is upon us…

This vivid mound of mushrooms, at London’s now trendy Borough Market, would cost a small fortune. If, however, you’re prepared to don your wellies and get your hands dirty, you...

When the Moon Hits your Eye

When the Moon Hits Your Eye

To mark the unusual (every half-century or so) occasion of a total eclipse falling on the Winter Solstice. The chances of your reading this and seeing another are relatively slim;...