I can't help but think about the families and friends of the people who have died of the Corona Virus. It's difficult to put ourselves into their position. Many of us are 'locked down' in our homes, and I know it's important to keep our spirits up. This picture, although of civil engineering, reminds me of RNA and DNA. The dedication and ingenuity of our health workers and scientists can free us eventually, with our united efforts. So I dedicate this photograph to their endeavours and our collaboration. #prestonphotographer #prestonphotography #blackburn #corona #photographyart #blackandwhitephotography #bnwmood #urban #abstractphotography #bridge #civilengineering #capturingbritain

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A place of loyal pilgrimage for many in Preston who regularly frequent its halls and balconies whilst focusing on every movement made on the green turf expanse it exists to serve. Here it wears its darker guise.

Western elevation of Preston Bus Station and car park, seen from the new concourse, looking almost vertically upwards. Knowing the context keeps the feeling of the monumental. Without the sense of scale the concrete decks could almost be terracotta tiles baking in the sun.

A single shot of Preston Bus Station, which is always a pleasure to photograph. The central bus station and car park is Grade II listed and was opened in 1969. A multi award winning refurbishment has taken place which was celebrated in March 2019, 50 years after the original opening. The car park decks shown have curved concrete fronts and are one of the many distinguishing features of the building.

St Wilfrid’s church front was spot-lighted by the sun’s rays puncturing the late afternoon cloud and offered the chance to photograph the illuminated building. Someone once told me that the space in front of the doors was once a street which ran parallel to Fishergate.

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Some photographers have been known to be chest deep in sea water, battered by wind or to have braved unspeakable cold … well it was a bit nippy, but I do like the result. Click if you would like to know more about the lighthouse.

Recent Facebook post - I was pleased with how it looked.

Very pleased with how my exhibition and talks went in Clitheroe. The exhibits have now been displayed in a private space with some availability to view - just a good amount of room and some good placings. I am waiting now for some dates for the next public exhibition.

A shot from Longridge Fell this afternoon of Hesketh Lane.

The light in the kitchen on the hyacinth and tulip caught my eye and I couldn’t resist spending some time making a shot. I was going to print this, but then remembered that I needed to order some new paper. Then I began to experiment a little with it - I hope I know which to print by the time the paper arrives.