Scotch Argus on thistle, River Dulnain. Taken during a hot spell this morning, shortly before the big downpour… Butterflies everywhere on the tall grasses and thistles, flitting fast (mostly too fast for slow photographers). Oh, and clouds of midges too. Just in case you thought it sounded like heaven. The Scotch Argus is common and […]
Water Lily, Lochan Mor. Its been a hot, hot week, feeling very humid. It stayed dry though all week, until about 5 minutes after this photo this morning, when the clouds opened… I waded in well over the knees to get photograph the water lilies… dedication to the task! Although there is a botanical distinction, […]
Evening colours, view of the Danube, Dobogoko, Visegrad Hills, Hungary. “When I keep my focus on the universe inside, I can have everything: money, success, and fulfilling relationships, as well as that incredible connection inside myself. If I am in love with someone and begin to think of him as my source of joy, then […]
Forest Sunbeams, Dobogoko, Visegrad Hills, Hungary. 7am – morning sun breaking through mist after a massive thunderstorm the previous night. Dobogoko is on a small plateau at 700m, the high spot of the Visegrad hills. The hills are clad in thick beech and oak forest with only an occasional viewpoint, and amazing rock outcrops. “Once […]
Wilderness Canoe camp, Clearwater Lake, Wells Gray, BC, Canada. No – I’m not there this week – this is one from the archives from several years ago. However, right now I am in Hungary – hopefully more news on that next week! You’ve no idea how hard I’ve looked for a gift to bring You. […]
Orchid, Craigellachie National Nature Reserve, Strathspey. I feel this has a lovely combination of delicacy and strength! I like the patchwork of background grasses, too. “When you are inspired by some great purpose, some extraordinary project, all your thoughts break their bonds: Your mind transcends limitations, your consciousness expands in every direction, and you find […]
Midsummer solstice landscape, Kincardine Hills and River Spey, Strathspey. I was up today before 4am, to climb Craigellachie hill behind Aviemore, to catch the solstice sunrise. The sun was already high by the time I took this at 5am. After the last two weeks of miserable cold wet weather (and fresh snow on the hills […]
Deep in the woods – The Hermitage, Dunkeld. – Some of Britain’s tallest trees, along the gorge by the Rover Braan, glowing with the last of the evening sun. You have to see this photo full-size to really appreciate it! ” When listening to another person, don’t just listen with your mind, listen with your […]
Allt Mor Reflections, Glenmore – A favourite local spot, where trees overhang a still and reflective river. I don’t think I have managed to find it in such bright sunshine and fresh green, before now. This week – a summary of ten principles for Changing the World, derived from the words and works of Gandhi. […]
Peony Blossom ‘When I was a student, my first meditation teacher gave me some practical advice. He began by asking me the first thing I did after getting up in the morning. “I go to the bathroom,” I said. “Good,” he said. “Now, every morning, I want you to look in that mirror and smile […]
Spring woods, Randolph’s Leap, River Findhorn I love the freshness and light in this image, the Beech leaves have an extra glow to them in spring! “The criteria for success: you are free, you live in the present moment, you are useful to the people around you, and you feel love for all humanity.” – […]
Secret Path Spring continues unabated with wanton greenery and colour. This is a favourite local path along the riverbank, full of wild flowers this week. ” No one saves us but ourselves. No one can and no one may. We ourselves must walk the path. “ – Buddha ” The journey of a thousand miles […]
