Just Horsing About
I doubt my English teacher would believe that I still remember the famous poem Horses of the Camargue; strangely, every autumn when the wind blows cold, I think of the poem, and in my mind’s eye I can see those white horses. The early-morning pink clouds were the first sign of the weather...
Changing Seasons
Not much to report today; it’s Sunday—a reflective day. I enjoy observing minor details like coffee filtering through a beard, which adds a touch of character and makes me feel connected to everyday moments that might resonate with you too. “I have a beard of fog that I wear on misty...
Sports Days Bringing Back Memories
We had cravings for fresh produce from the morning market. En route, we noticed a more-than-usual number of Worcester motor cars; one and one made two, and we realised it was the annual Inter-School winter sports day at Hermanus High School. Worcester Gymnasium was in town. For 22 years,...
Inter-School Sports Day Worcester Gymnasium vs Hermanus High School
A continuation of just photographs of the U19A Rugby game held on Saturday in Hermanus ...
Hex River Valley Celebrating Autumn
“Sometimes I get to places just when God's ready to have somebody click the shutter.” ― Ansel Adams. Today God was on my side, and I want to share how this perfect day, with the South African flag raised, became a memorable part of my journey, inspiring you to find your own special moments....
If Not Cabbages Then It's A Landscape
“Clouds come floating into my life, no longer to carry rain or usher storm, but to add colour to my sunset sky.” ― Rabindranath Tagore, Stray Birds. Our blue mountains are ringing out tonight. Of Cabbages and Kings, I know nothing, but I have pored over black and white photographs made by...
Light Shining On White
“Women think of all colours except the absence of colour. I have said that black has it all. White too. Their beauty is absolute. It is the perfect harmony.” ― Coco Chanel. Today is a WHITE day. I hope this theme inspires admiration and appreciation in you, as I feel when I see white in its...
Complimenting Colour
“I am always hoping to make a discovery here, to express the feelings of two lovers by a marriage of two complementary colours, their mingling and their oppositions, the mysterious vibrations of kindred tones.” (Vincent van Gogh) Minimalism, complementary and primary colours, and...
Having Bedroom Eyes
90 Minutes- that’s the time it takes for a make-up artist to do Kim Kardashian’s make-up! EVERY DAY! Preposterous, you might think; it takes us, mere mortals, one minute? Two? That’s what it takes to get my face out of the drawer each morning. What do they do? Not much, one would think;...
Lemons, lavender, and Limoncello _(What to do with Lemons)
Lemons are abundant now. Juicy, tart, and full of goodness, they offer essential Vitamins like C to support your health and boost your mood. I’ll squeeze them, cut them, peel them, store them, preserve them, and our house will be filled with that fresh, lemony sweetness, inspiring a sense...
Soothing Saturdays
We slept in. And it’s only someone as depressed as Edgar Allan Poe who dares say, “Sleep, those little slices of death — how I loathe them." I love my Saturday morning sleep-in. During all the excitement, I too sympathised with Dr Seuss, who says when you’re in love sleeping is a waste,...
Rainy Days In A Kitchen
If you’re given lemons, make lemonade; that’s what some clever person said. I’ve got 60 lemons, and I’m excited to share how I turn them into lemonade, Limoncello, and more. I believe it’s going to be another fabulous Friday in my kitchen, and I want to take you along for the journey. My story...
Pimping Up Pumpkins
We love food in this country, and not surprisingly, as we produce such a diverse range of products, not to mention the most delicious too. On most highways or byways, one’s sure to find a roadside stall selling local produce. We have many in our district, and today I'm showcasing one of the...
Neighing In Nuy
Today, I revisited the Nuy Valley, reflecting on how families have lived here for centuries. If you’re born here, it’s from the cradle to the grave-what stories would you share about such a place? Once again, the light was just right, late afternoon, a soft golden glow. The cattle...
Announcing The Birth Of A Grandbaby - From Glama
First off the bat: You look like me! We’re two peas in a pod and don’t let anyone tell you differently! That sweet button nose, those clear, enormous eyes and those pianist's fingers, exactly. I know someone will try to mention liver spots, crow's feet, laughter lines, fallen arches, and...
Our Majestic Mountains
Some people live their lives in a fishbowl. We live in a basin, a beautiful valley surrounded by majestic mountains that feel like home. No matter which window we look out of, we see a mountain, whether it's the tip or a cloud covering it. When we travel to foreign places or upcountry,...
Afterglow
I have important business tonight, so I must stay awake and alert. After a busy Monday of mopping, dusting, and polishing furniture, I set up my camera during the blue hour to capture the moment and share my experience with you. The only cluster of lights in Sleepy Hollow is across the pond...
Celebrating Mothers' Day
“When your mother asks, 'Do you want a piece of advice?' it is a mere formality. It doesn't matter if you answer yes or no. You're going to get it, anyway.” Erma Bombeck. Tell me about it! As a mother myself, I cherish the moments spent enjoying phone calls, messages, and chats with my...
Mothers' Day Musings
Now let’s be honest, not everyone is in a celebratory mood. Not all women can be honoured, and some may have difficult relationships with motherhood. Exploring these realities can help readers reflect on the complexities of maternal relationships and foster compassion. Many African...
Just Freezing Moments
It’s the day before Mother’s Day, and the shops are abuzz with last-minute shoppers buying gifts and cards. I had my first cuppa at about 9h45 this morning; it was a chill-out day for us as we only had to arrive at 12h30 for a luncheon appointment. Yesterday I devoured my new “Digital...
Autumn In De Doorns
At eight o’clock this morning I was on the road to De Doorns; the weekend traffic on the N1 was already hectic, with enormous trucks from the North making haste to get to Cape Town before the weekend. At first, I thought the valley was under a blanket of mist, which would make...
Autumn Happens In April
“Aprils have never meant much to me; autumns seem that season of beginning, spring.” ― Truman Capote, Breakfast at Tiffany's. I wish there were 36 hours in a day; then I might go to bed at night with a sigh and know I’ve done everything I had on my list. Someone’s untitled photograph...
Pooling Resources Right On Cue
Today was a highlight; who would’ve thought the South African Pool Championships are being held here, of all places, and have been so for several years. I almost lost my nerve, but I found courage, grabbed my camera and headed for the Pietman Hugo Hall at the Showgrounds. For those...
Autumn Afternoon On Lorraine
Multi-tasking isn’t all it makes out to be. To concentrate on a single task should always be the order of the day, ask anyone with ADD. Like a faded rose of days gone by my Menopause makes me forgetful. No! I do believe it’s an over stimulated brain on the run that allows one to do more than...
First Milestone
Whoop-whoop, it’s a milestone, it’s a milestone, 30 continuous days of taking photographs! One 12th done and dusted! That deserves a Noddy badge. With only myself to blame for this, I’ll have to pat myself on the shoulder! Now, this is exactly where the problem starts. I have famished...
Fernkloof Farmers Market
One would think weekends would be ideal for a project such as mine, loads of time, relaxed, good photographic opportunities, etc. Today it's not for me; we’re just too busy, and I’m in the mood for a lazy morning lolling around in my PJs, a fragrant, steamy coffee in bed with my book. Lifting...
Orange
No time to pontificate today. It’s a go, go, go day. The sun is shining; the seas are calm, and everyone’s in Lycra on a bicycle pumping those legs. It's Workers' Day in our neck of the woods, a nice free day of relaxation, fun and sun. We’re heading into the village to see what’s...
Just Another Day
Self-portraiture is something one should never get involved in, since it is wrong to lie even though one endeavours to tell the truth. (Ingmar Bergman) There are two things I’m really scared of: No. 1 is a snake, and No. 2 is being photographed. And I’m not only talking “selfie” here. ...
Dawn
This is it: the long weekend’s a thing of the past; we’re heading home. I can’t wait to share more stories from my travels and the moments that caught my eye. Fires have been raging all weekend. I can’t see the flames as they’re on the other side of a mountain range, but the northwester...
Seeing The Sunrise At Grotto Beach
I shot out of bed at 6h15 this morning, but it wasn’t the alarm clock; it was the house alarm, and it shrieks like a banshee. Fortunately, the untimely visitor was a spider spinning its web over the “eye” in the sitting room. Our call to arms was to dash down to Grotto Beach for the sunrise;...
Sunset At Onrus Beach
“We should all start to live before we get too old. Fear is stupid. So are regrets.” Marilyn Monroe. It’s a new day and a new challenge. Sundays are family days, and I had to be creative in the kitchen for a change. It may seem that I’m married to my trusty Canon, but I have another...
Dirt Roads To Karwyderskraal
The early bird catches the worm. On a Saturday morning, I like to wake up without the alarm’s clanging. The sky was a tomato red this morning; that must’ve been at about [6h30], and every time I opened my eyes, it got better. Ansel Adams would’ve been out there with his tripod and camera...
A Dash Of Autumn
Three weeks done and dusted! Ok! It’s not so great considering I have another 49 to go. Eish, it is a tall order and today’s not my best day, considering it’s Fabulous Friday, my favourite day. I’ve overdosed on antihistamine, and I would rather sleep than do anything else. What I need...
Looking To See
Often what I have in my head doesn’t materialise. White, that’s what I had in mind, but all I could see was ORANGE. “Love is a blue balloon that wants to be orange. Go Gators!” ― Jarod Kintz, This Book is Not FOR SALE. So sometimes white is orange too. Not what I’d planned. Planning...
Time Pieces
“The camera should be used for a recording of life, for rendering the very substance and quintessence of the thing itself, whether it be polished steel or palpitating flesh”. Edward Weston This one excites me! Time is of the essence, and it keeps ticking. I had the opportunity to...
Capturing Light - Karoo National Botanical Gardens
My camera has taught me to see, and today my photography is about capturing light. That’s what happened in the very beginning when Alhazen invented the first pinhole camera: light would enter the tiny hole, turn itself upside down, and the image would be captured and projected onto the other...
Lean Pickings
Lean pickings today. More haste, less speed. I met a girl who uses the dark as her backdrop; she shoots at night using a very slow shutter speed of 20 seconds, allowing her to add and remove elements, creating magical scenes. I hope sharing her approach inspires you to try new...
Infused By Art - Baardskeerdersbos Art Walk
The dreaded words “you’ve run out of Wi-Fi data” have once again reared their ugly head. I could quite easily commit hari kiri when this happens. The small village of Baardskeerdersbos, with its warm community spirit, made us feel truly connected. Meeting local artists and chatting with...
Capturing Beauty In The Ordinary
We’re so lucky to live in one of the world’s most beautiful places, the New York Times thinks so and so do hundreds of people who flock here to see the whales, go shark cage diving or to get a magical tan on one of the many pristine beaches. We often take it all for granted and don’t see it...
Durban Street And Beyond
We always have too little time, but understanding how xenophobia harms our community can foster empathy and unity among us. Xenophobia - zɛnəˈfəʊbɪə - noun - dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries. "Racism and xenophobia are steadily growing in Europe." Synonyms:...