random thoughts

  • Commonwealth Games 2014

    Commonwealth Games 2014

    The games came to Glasgow and as with every festival and event the city put on its best party dress which made a memorable visit. (more…)

  • Getting closer part 2

    Getting closer part 2

    Part two of a fruitful photography session in the garden. (more…)

  • Getting closer

    Getting closer

    Once again we get intimate with mother nature’s children. Using and old and trusty Canon 100mm f2.8 macro lens we see more beauty, design and awe that we miss from our lofty heights. (more…)

  • Overlooking Stirling

    Overlooking Stirling

    A quick walk up the Ochils that overlook Stirling. Well worth the time spent to get there and rewards the mild effort with great views from the Forth bridges (soon to be a trio) in the east to Ben Lomond in the west. The Wallace Monument and Stirling Castle were built upon “crag and tails” for strategic reasons. (more…)

  • Kelvingrove Art Gallery

    Kelvingrove Art Gallery

    You have to hand it to Glasgow City Council, Scottish Government and generous benefactors to have this treasure trove of art open to all, without cost. Museums and galleries can create key moments for visiting children. Such moments can later inspire decisions based on that early childhood visit. (more…)