Field
02.08.22
Half the island’s coastline was swamped in fog for most of the day. I had some ideas but none of them turned out as I planned. This field caught my eye on the drive back from Jerbourg. Might try it again at sunrise in the hope of a nice thin layer of mist on the grass?
///noble.hilltop.viewers
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF17-40mm f4L
30mm / ƒ11 / 1/320s / ISO 200
28.06.22
A close up of some subtle contrasting grasses blowing in the wind. Couldn’t find many bugs so opted for a more delicate study.
///bells.tempts.error
Canon EOS 70D - EFS 55-250 USM
160mm / ƒ6.3 / 1/800s / ISO 250
21.06.22
The peak of the year and it doesn’t really feel like summer has even started yet. But, you know it’s summer when they hay bales are set out in the fields!
///expiration.getaway.deceits
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF17-40mm f4L
17mm / ƒ11 / 1/250s / ISO 100
10.04.22
07:45 boat back to Herm for the final push to set up. Greeted by the lady at the top of the hill. We were told all the cows escaped down to the harbour on Friday night!
///yippee.oust.offstage
iPhone 11 Pro
05.01.22
It may be a little on the cold side but being out in the sunshine, strolling through the rural lanes felt amazing. It may not mean much to anyone but this picture felt like a turning point. It made me remember why I started this photo marathon which was to capture Guernsey through the seasons in any way possible. No rules, no competition, just enjoying being out with the camera!
///coexist.veal.debased
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF70-200mm f2.8L
200mm / ƒ/5.6 / 1/400s / ISO 250
05.11.21
With a 7 year old on my shoulders and little to no areas to focus on it was a case of relying on the workhorse to instantly focus on the light source and constantly change settings to freeze the fireworks.
///microbe.gatehouse.embassy
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF50mm f1.4
50mm / ƒ/2.8 / 1/100s / ISO 1250
24.09.21
Just some cows in a field. Looked like there was over a hundred just mooching around, enjoying the sunshine!
///lentil.pies.aside
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF70-200mm f2.8L
155mm / ƒ/4.0 / 1/640s / ISO 200
10.03.21
Driving around in the rain trying to find this exact field which I stumbled upon a few years ago. Had no recollection of where it was, all I knew is it was somewhere near Fort Grey and up one of the numerous little windy lanes creeping up the hill.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF17-40mm f4L
17mm / ƒ8.0 / 1/250s / ISO 400
19.11.20
The quiet and narrow country lanes to Icart.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF17-40mm f4L
17mm / ƒ11 / 1/160s / ISO 200
27.10.20
Bare trees and dying leaves. In the rain they just seem to stick out with a softness that you just can’t get with strong sunlight.
Canon EOS 70D - EFS 55-250 USM
55mm / ƒ5.6 / 1/800s / ISO 500
17.09.20
Most of us take these cows for granted but they’re actually quite rare on a global scale. I’ve tried milk throughout Europe and the USA and no country comes close to producing a finer milk than Guernsey. As soon as I’ve typed this I’m heading to the fridge to grab a nice ice cold glass of milk.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF17-40mm f4L
17mm / ƒ9.0 / 1/400s / ISO 400
16.07.20
I walked past here a few weeks ago and knew I had to return. High above Talbot Valley, the wheat fields almost give a continental feel to the Guernsey countryside.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF17-40mm f4L
17mm / ƒ11 / 1/30s / ISO 100
01.07.20
Hay Bales! Walked around by the clay pigeon range near Mont Herault, aimlessly experimenting with hay bales. Eventually settled for the contrast between the golden grasses and the emphasis on the blue sky.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF50mm f1.4
50mm / ƒ/8.0 / 1/400s / ISO 100
11.06.20
After the last four weeks of stunning weather, today felt a little bit empty and uninspiring. Still, plenty of the island to see and explore and the summer will return. Need my Herm fix!
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF17-40mm f4L
17mm / ƒ8.0 / 1/200s / ISO 100
21.02.20
The mission, daffodils somewhere I haven’t been before. The location, somewhere in a narrow lane, high above the west coast, can’t even remember how I got here. Took a left, then a right, then another left and eventually found what I was hoping for.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF17-40mm f4L
17mm / ƒ8.0 /1/250s / ISO 200
05.08.19
A few young calves roaming the woodland at the bottom of Talbot Valley.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF50mm f1.4
50mm / ƒ/6.3 / 1/800s / ISO 400
31.07.19
Last day of July, found myself wandering around Pleinmont headland searching for inspiration. Had to jump a few hedges and brambles to get to these ponies and I also discovered the hard way they throw the poo in the hedge!
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF70-200mm f2.8L
73mm / ƒ/5.6 / 1/1600s / ISO 200
04.12.18
Just because I like cows. They’re like the goldfish of the countryside, basic animals but nice to look at and talk to :)
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF50mm f1.4
50mm / ƒ/4 / 1/320s / ISO 400
16.11.18
The higher parishes were under a thick blanket of fog for most of the day. Probably pissed off a lot of travelers that couldn’t get a flight out the island!
Canon EOS 5D Mk IV - EF17-40mm f4L
17mm / ƒ/6.3 / 1/80s / ISO 800
05.10.18
Decided to take the long way home to enjoy the peaceful rural lanes and this little calf was creeping under the electric fence into the road. Mum quickly ushered her back in to the field.
Canon EOS 70D - EF17-40mm f4L
17mm / ƒ/6.3 / 1/160s / ISO 400