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Debbie Smyth

Rhino

Rhino in the Wild

This is the first of what will undoubtedly be many posts about my recent holiday in Africa.  I was lucky enough to spot the Big Five.  This white rhino was […]

-Japan

Himeji Castle, Japan

Himeji Castle (姫路城) is a hilltop Japanese castle situated in Himeji, in the Hyōgo Prefecture of Japan. Dating from 1333, it consists of 83 buildings with defensive systems from the feudal period. The stunning whit building towers over […]

-London

Brainless

These beautiful textures are from this wooden carving on board the Golden Hinde, docked near London Bridge. Posted as part of Sonel’s Black & White Challenge: Texture.

-London

Oxford Street in the Round

You can buy special gizmos and apps to take 360 degree photos these days.  But this reflective ball at the entrance to St Christopher Place does it nice and easily. […]

-London

St. Paul’s Cathedral Reflected

St Paul’s Cathedral, in London, is an incredibly photogenic monument.  It does not disappoint when viewed in reflection, its gracious lines gently distorted in the reflective metal.   Posted as […]

-London

Osteospermum at Claridges

A purple Osteospermum.  Thees are often known as African Daisies and even though I’m just back from Africa, this beauty was in a window box outside Claridges Hotel in London. […]

City break

Windows from Sitges, the sequel

I promised another selection of windows from Sitges.  Here they are, this time with balconies but no flowers. Posted as part of the Thursday Lingering Look at Windows and Whimsical […]

-Manchester

Colourful Mancunian Picnic

These bright, colourful picnic benches were waiting for the sun to appear when I saw them in April this year, close to Castlefield beach. Posted as part of Cee’s Fun […]