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Rooted in technostalgia and a renewed love for older digital and film cameras, this blog follows my return to photography after stepping away from professional work. I now spend my time photographing new places, trying new genres, and rediscovering classic gear. Along the way, I will share original and curated tips and insights that have helped me take better photos while embracing a slower, more intentional approach that values history, craft, and the quiet joy of creating with tools that carry a story.
The 2012 Sony NEX‑5R: Taylor Swift’s Camera, Still Mine
March 06, 2026
Every now and then, an old commercial resurfaces in my YouTube feed — like this Sony spot where a very young Taylor Swift was the face of the NEX‑5R. It’s amazing how long ago it feels now. She was still in her early‑career, country‑leaning phase, and mirrorless cameras were still the new kids on the block. Yet there she was, selling a camera that,...
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Photographing Winchester City FC with the OM‑D E‑M1 Mark II
March 04, 2026
Winchester City Football Club welcomed Mousehole AFC to the Charters Community Stadium on a day that felt like winter finally loosening its grip. Sunshine stretched across the pitch, warming the stands and hinting at the spring to come — the kind of light that makes colours pop, shadows behave, and football photography feel effortless.
Working W...
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Refocusing on the Essentials of Stage Photography
March 02, 2026
I’ve photographed theatre before, but as I start shooting more regularly at Theatre Royal Winchester, I wanted a proper refresher—something that goes beyond the basics and taps into real stagecraft. Ian M Butterfield’s video does exactly that. He talks through the familiar challenges of low light, fast cues, and those blink‑and‑you‑miss‑them moment...
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Winchester Rotary Shrove Tuesday Pancake Race
February 25, 2026
Winchester’s Rotary Pancake Race is one of those wonderfully eccentric traditions that makes the city feel alive. Looking back at the 2023 event — flying pancakes, costumes, and plenty of laughter — it’s easy to see why the 2026 race last Tuesday brought it all back to mind. Pancake races date to Shrove Tuesday, when people would use up rich ingred...
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Composition Tips to Improve Your Photography
February 23, 2026
Strong composition isn’t about rules—it’s about noticing. In this video, Jamie Windsor shares eight simple ways to bring more intention to the way you frame a scene. His guidance is practical, thoughtful, and rooted in the idea that great images come from how you see, not what you spend. If you’re looking to refine your eye and create photographs t...
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How to Photograph Cricket: Practical Tips for Capturing the Game’s Best Moments
February 20, 2026
I loved this post by Michael Berkeley Photography. It is a practical, experience‑driven guide to photographing cricket - perfect for anyone who wants to move beyond basic action shots and start capturing the real heartbeat of the game. You’ll learn why understanding cricket’s rhythms helps you anticipate the moments that matter, how to position you...
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Winnall Moors to The Willow Tree: Winchester at Its Best
February 18, 2026
A wander through Winnall Moors Nature Reserve is one of Winchester’s quietest pleasures. Even with a simple point‑and‑shoot in my pocket — the Canon G7X Mark II, a 2016 classic still beloved by vloggers in 2026 — the reserve offered endless moments worth capturing. Once you step through the gate, the city fades into reed beds, chalk‑stream reflecti...
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Essential Sports Photography Skills for Sharper, Stronger Action Shots
February 16, 2026
Sports photography is about capturing athletes in motion and telling the story behind the action. MPB’s guide explains the fundamentals - anticipating moments, mastering exposure, and choosing the right gear. The guide also outlines recommended cameras, lenses and practical steps for progressing from amateur to professional.
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Silent Shutter Mode on Olympus Cameras: When and Why to Use It
February 13, 2026
I ran across the video "Using Olympus Episode 9: Silent Mode" when researching how to take photos quietly during a theatre production. Silent Mode on Olympus cameras lets you shoot without any mechanical shutter noise, making it ideal for moments where discretion matters. Peter Forsgård explains how this feature relies entirely on the electronic sh...
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From Croke Park to Dunboyne: My Crash Course in Hurling Culture
February 11, 2026
In my visit to Ireland, I had a chance to learn about the Gaelic sport of hurling A special thanks to:
Croke Park and the GAAMuseum for an amazing tour and sharing the historical significance of hurling and Gaelic football
Cormac Dunne at Dunboyne Sports and Leisure for helping me find appropriate attire for supporting the local teams
St. Peter'...
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Sports Photography at Winchester RFC: Shooting Rugby with the Olympus OM‑D E‑M1 Mark II
February 09, 2026
Photographing Winchester Rugby Football Club with my Olympus OM‑D E‑M1 Mark II and the 40–150mm f/2.8 reminded me why I love being behind the camera. The combination is fast, sharp, and agile - perfect for a sport that never stops moving. From crunching tackles to soaring lineouts, every moment unfolded with a mix of grit and good humour that makes...
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Capturing Cricket: Olympus OM‑D E‑M1 Mark II and 40-150mm f2.8
February 07, 2026
Shooting the Winchester Arbour XI Cricket Club with my Olympus OM‑D E‑M1 Mark II, the 40–150mm f/2.8 lens, and 1.4 teleconverter reminded me why I love photographing grassroots sport. The combination of fast action, unpredictable moments, and genuine camaraderie is irresistible. The lens gave me the reach and speed to freeze bowlers mid‑stride, cap...
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The "Joy Factor" of Outdated Cameras
February 05, 2026
This video from Omar Gonzalez celebrates the unique joy of using old cameras, arguing that their limitations are exactly what make them so rewarding. It was recommended to me by an old friend, Daryl Robbins at Robbins Drones. The video highlights how older digital and film bodies encourage a slower, more intentional approach to photography - one wh...
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Technostalgia Explained: Why Film and Early Digital Cameras are Trending Again
January 17, 2026
In studying for my MSc in Digital Marketing and Analytics, I was asked to build a website focusing on something that I enjoy. I decided to create my website, and the associated 4,000 word essay, on the renewed popularity of older digitial and film cameras. In my research, I ran across a term I'd never encountered before - technostalgia. In short, i...
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Acutance: The Real Secret Behind Sharp Photos
January 12, 2026
In this video, Will Barron explains that what most photographers call “sharpness” is often really acutance — the illusion of sharpness created by strong contrast at edges, rather than an increase in actual detail. He begins by showing how two images with identical resolution can look dramatically different depending on how edge contrast is handled,...
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