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Crosby
5 stars
David Swann(14th August 2015)

Another effective monochrome image,well taken

Summer Day On The Canal
5 stars
David Swann(14th August 2015)

A beautiful shot Martin, the inclusion of the windmill is a nice touch.

EARLY MORNING VIEW OF QUAY HILL,LYMINGTON
5 stars
David Swann(14th August 2015)

Quite low-key but full of detail.

5 stars
David Swann(14th August 2015)

A place I am very familiar with; nice shot and good colours.

Feed Me, Me, Me and Me !, Llanidloes.
5 stars
David Swann(10th August 2015)

Another wonderful shot.

Dive...Dive...Dive, Rhayader.
5 stars
David Swann(10th August 2015)

An exceptional shot with what must be an exceptional lens.

Snowdonia panorama
5 stars
David Swann(10th August 2015)

A well executed panorama capturing the character of the landscape.

Kingfisher at Sculthorpe Moor
5 stars
David Swann(10th August 2015)

An elusive subject, well taken.

Grove Cascade
5 stars
David Swann(31st July 2015)

A slow shutter speed has created nice movement in the water here.

Blackmore Vale
5 stars
David Swann(31st July 2015)

An appealing landscape with a good sky.

Apethorpe
5 stars
David Swann(31st July 2015)

A superb stained glass shot.

St Ives
5 stars
David Swann(31st July 2015)

The quality of the light is said to be special in this place, and this picture seems to confirm it.

Ladybower Reservoir
5 stars
David Swann(31st July 2015)

A quite powerful landscape, well taken.

Trevaunance Cove
5 stars
David Swann(31st July 2015)

Great contrast between the natural landscape and the horticulture!

Wellingborough
5 stars
David Swann(31st July 2015)

A wonderful interior shot full of detail and contrast.

Wheal Coates Ruins
5 stars
David Swann(31st July 2015)

The lovely sky and the strong silhouette gel into an excellent image.

St Michaels Mount
5 stars
David Swann(22nd July 2015)

The converging verticals make this a dynamic shot; the colours are also very appealing.

Last sunset June
5 stars
David Swann(22nd July 2015)

A photographer's dream sky.

Portscatho
5 stars
David Swann(22nd July 2015)

Another nicely composed and well taken shot.

Autumn view of Eilean Donan Castle
5 stars
David Swann(22nd July 2015)

An iconic location, nicely taken.

Middleham Castle
5 stars
David Swann(22nd July 2015)

Strong forms and shapes make this shot.

Neist Point Lighthouse - Isle of Skye
5 stars
David Swann(22nd July 2015)

Very well composed, emphasising the scale of the cliffs.

Gesto Farm - Isle of Skye
5 stars
David Swann(14th July 2015)

An excellent landscape, well composed.

5 stars
David Swann(14th July 2015)

Another shot enlivened by strong colours.

Whitby by Moonlight
5 stars
David Swann(14th July 2015)

The vivid and contrasting warm and cold tones make this shot stand out.

Banna Minn tombolo - West Burra
5 stars
David Swann(14th July 2015)

An intriguing landscape with the turquoise colouring of the sea.

River Duddon
5 stars
David Swann(8th July 2015)

Another well taken landscape shot.

Queen Mary 2 departing Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(8th July 2015)

The telephoto lens adds to the sense of scale here.

5 stars
David Swann(8th July 2015)

The colourful boat sets off this scene very well

Elgol Beach
5 stars
David Swann(8th July 2015)

Well composed with a strong foreground.

Views along the road to Elgol
5 stars
David Swann(8th July 2015)

A dramatic landscape, well taken.

Wasdale Head
5 stars
David Swann(3rd July 2015)

A moody atmosphere, well captured, with the single foxglove providing a touch of contrasting colour.

Wolds Cottage
5 stars
David Swann(28th June 2015)

A nicely taken shot making a feature of the lovely thatch.

Shingle garden Dungeness, Kent
4 stars
David Swann(28th June 2015)

A splash of colour in what I believe can be quite a desolate place.

Punting, River Cambridge
5 stars
David Swann(28th June 2015)

Very well composed and framed, with just enough of the building showing to give a focal point.

Sunset over the sea at Nefyn, North Wales
5 stars
David Swann(24th June 2015)

A pleasing shot enhanced by the distant shower clouds.

Old Water Mill
5 stars
David Swann(24th June 2015)

A lovely scene with little to date it.

Lincolnshire wolds
5 stars
David Swann(24th June 2015)

A nicely layered composition, well taken.

Hartshill
5 stars
David Swann(24th June 2015)

A quite dramatic shot which grabs attension.

The Normanton Church illuminated at night.
5 stars
David Swann(24th June 2015)

An appealing low light shot with lovely cloud formation and reflections.

Paddling on the River Cam
5 stars
David Swann(24th June 2015)

An attractive scene, very well taken.

The chalk cross at Lenham
4 stars
David Swann(24th June 2015)

An interesting picture with natural colours.

The Old & The New
5 stars
David Swann(16th June 2015)

You are right Martin, this came out very well indeed.

I Was Meant To Be A Heron
5 stars
David Swann(11th June 2015)

A fine natural history shot Vince.

Rushup Edge and Lord's Seat
5 stars
David Swann(11th June 2015)

A great sky adds atmosphere to this scene.

Deeping Lakes Nature Reserve
5 stars
David Swann(11th June 2015)

Lovely intense colours in this sunset with excellent foreground detail.

Population Explosion
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2015)

An interesting shot Vince, you didn't have to venture far for this one.

The Heron, Ruislip duck pond
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2015)

Very well taken shot of this heron.

Salisbury Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2015)

Your square crop really suits the symmetry of the composition. Mono conversions all rely on shapes, tones and contrast and this is a good example.

Upper Hawthwaite Sunset
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2015)

A pleasing evening sky with the horizon well placed on the bottom third of the frame.

Herdwicks & Harter Fell
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2015)

The clarity of the sheep against the mountain haze adds depth to this shot.

Iford Manor Garden
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2015)

Very strong colours add impact to this set of pictures.

Easterly views from Snowdonia
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2015)

A well taken landscape with the road leading nicely into the shot.

Flamborough Head
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2015)

Excellent shot emphasising the strong landscape features; the small red boat is well placed in the scene.

Little Langdale Tarn
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2015)

The gap in the wall invites the eye into the picture; the soft colours in the landscape are also matched by those in the wall.

Equine Beauty, Tidenham.
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2015)

A compelling animal portrait; there's no way I could get such a successful shot with an ISO rating like this.

Sweden Bridge lane towards Scandale
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2015)

The strong sky adds force to this landscape.

The Climb to the summit
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2015)

Worth five stars for the landscape view and the effort expended.

Peveril Castle
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2015)

A tricky place for an exposure meter, well handled.

Sweden Bridge Lane B&W
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2015)

An atmospheric mono conversion.

Felixstowe moonlight pier
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2015)

There are some very strong elements in this well crafted image.

Red guitar, Wonderful Land, Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2015)

Another appealing street shot; the 'popping' makes a real feature of the red 'Fender'.

Basking Adder
5 stars
David Swann(24th April 2015)

A superb natural history shot.

Tulip against the light. Gateacre, Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(24th April 2015)

An eye-catcher with stand out colour.

Stour valley Spring, North Dorset.
5 stars
David Swann(24th April 2015)

Powerful colour and a well placed horizon.

Wittering
5 stars
David Swann(24th April 2015)

Another good composition with sympathetic lighting.

Deeping St Nicholas
5 stars
David Swann(24th April 2015)

The dramatic lighting and tight composition add impact to this shot.

Spring Peacock, Chepstow.
5 stars
David Swann(24th April 2015)

A striking shot with not much depth of field to use.

Royal Air Force Museum
5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2015)

The tight framing and warm colours have produced a graphic eye-catching image.

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2015)

The graduated filters have added lovely colours to this shot and the birds in flight are well placed. I have a set of grey graduated filters and two very dark neutral density filters, all unused. Well done for making the effort.

5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2015)

An excellent composition with the groynes leading into the picture; the patch of red lifts the scene, and the old net in the foreground literally ties the elements together.

Troutbeck Church
5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2015)

The side lighting adds depth to this churchyard scene and the foreground stones fill what might otherwise had been 'dead' space (no pun intended).

Skelghyll from Robin Lane
5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2015)

Another pleasing landscape with strong lead-in lines.

5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2015)

A landscape and a history lesson combined; a well taken picture with good colours.

All Saints Church
5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2015)

A strong composition around the church tower; the warm and mellow colours of the stonework contrast well with the blue sky.

5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2015)

A good shot showing the rugged nature and character of the high fells.

Wroxton Duck Pond
5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2015)

A thatched cottage and a duck house - you can't get much more 'English' than this.

Late Evening Sun, Chepstow.
5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2015)

A striking example how natural phenomena or unusual lighting can transform a familiar scene.

Blues in Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(6th April 2015)

Yes, we don't often see much 'street' photography on this site, but this is a superb example.

Stour Valley Spring, North Dorset.
5 stars
David Swann(6th April 2015)

A lovely sky emphasised by the panoramic format.

Bradgate
5 stars
David Swann(6th April 2015)

Very atmospheric with great colours and tones. The shot is well designed using the photogenic tree, while the gap in the wall provides an invitation into the scene.

The Old Mill At Sunset
5 stars
David Swann(6th April 2015)

A nicely composed silhouette balanced by the well placed setting sun.

Side chapel at Chichester Cathedral, 12th Augut 2014
5 stars
David Swann(3rd April 2015)

This shot really captures the atmosphere and spirituality of this place.

Chichester Cathedral, 12th August 2014
5 stars
David Swann(3rd April 2015)

The strong diagonals of the walls add a dynamic feel to this composition which is balanced by the well placed lamp.

Snowdrop fit to dazzle. River Mersey Ferry.
5 stars
David Swann(3rd April 2015)

This ferry was featured on the BBC's 'North West Tonight' and I couldn't help thinking 'what a great opportunity for Rod Burkey'. You have not disappointed.

I Can Jump Higher Than You !
5 stars
David Swann(2nd April 2015)

'Spring' is definitely in the air here, Martin; well caught.

Lifeboat & Cormorant
5 stars
David Swann(26th March 2015)

A good example of juxtaposition, well taken.

Happy Motoring
4 stars
David Swann(26th March 2015)

It's a Morgan three-wheeler, Vince.

Grasmere to Helm Crag 1
4 stars
David Swann(25th March 2015)

This shot captures the stillness of the day and makes the most of the overcast conditions.

Ducks In Formation
5 stars
David Swann(21st March 2015)

Groups of three usually work well and this is no exception; the orange in the beaks make the picture glow.

5 stars
David Swann(21st March 2015)

Sometimes it is simply the subject of a picture which is the most compelling thing about it.

Hopsford hall Shilton
5 stars
David Swann(20th March 2015)

A classic composition using balance and geometry.

Hopsford hall Shilton
5 stars
David Swann(20th March 2015)

Attractive evening light nicely reflected in the water.

The Lodge at Greys Court
5 stars
David Swann(20th March 2015)

Very well framed using the fence and overhead branches.

Southport Pier
4 stars
David Swann(16th March 2015)

The wide-angle lens has created a strong diagonal from the silhouetted pier. I'm another one often to be found on this lengthy structure.

CAN I HAVE SOME MORE PLEASE ?
4 stars
David Swann(16th March 2015)

Well taken; even though the sharpness is not quite there, the large catchlights in the eyes go some way to make up for it.

Stour Valley Spring, Shillingstone.
5 stars
David Swann(14th March 2015)

A very atmospheric low-key shot.

Greenbank Park, Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(11th March 2015)

Looks like a peaceful oasis of quiet in an urban setting. The picture has an attractive blend of warm and cool tones. The branches and shadows provide lead-ins; the branches also preventing the blue sky from being too dominant. Well taken.

Cadaver effigy of Alice de la Pole in St. Mary's Church, Ewelme
4 stars
David Swann(8th March 2015)

The word 'haunting' has been used four times to describe this image, and there is certainly something unsettling about it.

Guildford Guildhall ancient clock, 24th February 2015
5 stars
David Swann(25th February 2015)

An excellent record shot of this marvellous timepiece.

Palm House, Sefton Park, Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(25th February 2015)

A crisp monochrome shot with good detail and contrast.

Blendworth Lane, Horndean
5 stars
David Swann(25th February 2015)

A superb snow scene set off perfectly by the dark blue sky.

Atherstone
5 stars
David Swann(25th February 2015)

An excellent winter scene with wonderful lighting.

Tees Bay Sunset Redcar
5 stars
David Swann(21st February 2015)

The low sun adds warmth to this February landscape; the sky holds plenty of interest and the industrial installations lend character to the background; detail has also been kept in the foreground shadows. A well taken shot.

Winter 's dawn in Saltfleetby
5 stars
David Swann(15th February 2015)

A cold and frosty scene which contrasts well with the fiery sky; the pale grasses make a good foreground.

Seeswood pool Nuneaton
5 stars
David Swann(11th February 2015)

Your crop suits this atmospheric winter scene; the low early morning light picks out the frost very well.

Woodbridge Tide Mill, 21st September 2012
5 stars
David Swann(11th February 2015)

A nicely lit shot with echoes of another time and place..

Mablethorpe Fair
5 stars
David Swann(6th February 2015)

Vibrant colours and careful composition make this an excellent night shot.

Low tide at Theddlethorpe
5 stars
David Swann(6th February 2015)

Great light and texture in this coastal scene.

Early morning English Rose.
5 stars
David Swann(6th February 2015)

Lovely subject and colours; the water droplets really add to the shot.

5 stars
David Swann(6th February 2015)

This picture works because the composition takes in well balanced shapes, and has good colour contrast between the blue sky and shadows against the warmth of the vegetation. If this shot was taken in an auto mode the darker central areas have helped to give a correct exposure and avoid underexposing the snow.

Louth Alley
5 stars
David Swann(2nd February 2015)

A well taken shot full of detail and excellent reflections in the wet paving stones and cobbles.

Stogursey Castle
5 stars
David Swann(2nd February 2015)

An atmospheric night shot with the long exposure streaking the clouds and adding character to the sky.

Unoccupied Redcar
5 stars
David Swann(2nd February 2015)

An excellent composition with a great sky.

BEACH HUTS AT SANDBANKS,MUDEFORD
5 stars
David Swann(2nd February 2015)

A low-key shot with bags of atmosphere and a well chosen composition.

Ashton Windmill, Mark, Somerset
5 stars
David Swann(25th January 2015)

A really creative interpretation of this scene.

Long Tailed Tit
5 stars
David Swann(25th January 2015)

A very good bird portrait nicely isolated by the narrow depth of field.

Chard
5 stars
David Swann(25th January 2015)

A great subject with harmonious colours.

5 stars
David Swann(25th January 2015)

Excellent sunrise.

Sunrise over Fiddlers Ferry, Cuerdley Cross.
5 stars
David Swann(25th January 2015)

You have made the most of this wonderful sight, trying to 'chase' these things usually leads to disappointment.

5 stars
David Swann(25th January 2015)

Both the feathery look of the fresh snow in the branches and the overall blue colour cast lift this wintery scene.

Exmoor landscape Sunny footprints
5 stars
David Swann(17th January 2015)

An excellent winter landscape, very well taken.

All you need is a bit snow !
5 stars
David Swann(13th January 2015)

Nice sharp focus where it should be - on the eye.

Sunset at Waterhead Ambleside 1
5 stars
David Swann(13th January 2015)

Nice shot, for me the silhouette effect works well without any additional shadow detail.

4 stars
David Swann(13th January 2015)

A well balanced composition of an interesting subject.

The name speaks for itself
4 stars
David Swann(13th January 2015)

Well taken with the strong colours of the sign standing out nicely against the defocussed background.

Heather.
4 stars
David Swann(13th January 2015)

You have made good use of the lovely colours of the heather and rosebay willow herb.

East Float, Birkenhead.
5 stars
David Swann(8th January 2015)

The wide angle perspective draws in all the patterns in the sky and water, and the fence post provides an excellent focal point.

bardgate
5 stars
David Swann(8th January 2015)

The well placed 'starburst' lifts this shot into an inspiring landscape.

Bradgate park
5 stars
David Swann(8th January 2015)

A superb winter shot with lovely backlighting on the bracken.

River Duddon, Seathwaite Valley, Cumbria
4 stars
David Swann(8th January 2015)

A shot which captures the wildness of the landscape.

Winnats Pass, Castleton
5 stars
David Swann(8th January 2015)

A compelling winter scene.

Peak District
5 stars
David Swann(31st December 2014)

A well conceived and very rewarding shot, nicely taken.

Frosty River Nene
5 stars
David Swann(31st December 2014)

A very pictorial winter scene.

Cropston
5 stars
David Swann(31st December 2014)

A cold and quite stark scene brought to life by the warm colours in the sky.

Sundown on Bookham Common
5 stars
David Swann(31st December 2014)

Good use of the silhouetted branches and reflections.

Sheep Fold High Sweden Bridge
5 stars
David Swann(31st December 2014)

There are some lovely tones and hues in this winter scene.

Seatown
5 stars
David Swann(31st December 2014)

An unquiet sky and an impressive picture.

Lumberjack, Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(18th December 2014)

The freshly painted figure is set off perfectly by the strong blue sky.

A Red Kite over Stoke Dry
5 stars
David Swann(18th December 2014)

Very well taken, and nicely positioned in the frame.

Sunset
5 stars
David Swann(18th December 2014)

A lovely sunset, well taken.

Cotswold Countryside
5 stars
David Swann(18th December 2014)

Another appealing shot Martin, and congratulations on your recent achievement.

Stairs to nowhere
5 stars
David Swann(18th December 2014)

Good to see something creative and a little bit different.

City Bikes Liverpool
5 stars
David Swann(12th December 2014)

Excellent shot; it must have taken quite a bit of patience to reveal all those green frames.Tight framing and sharpness really show off this image.

5 stars
David Swann(12th December 2014)

You have made the most of this photo opportunity.

Alone in the Heather, Helmsley
5 stars
David Swann(12th December 2014)

Lone trees are always worthwhile subjects, but it is the rich purple of the heather that makes this picture.

Woolton Reservoir.
5 stars
David Swann(8th December 2014)

A classic monochrome image with the composition and contrast spot on.

Wakehurst Place
5 stars
David Swann(6th December 2014)

An attractive composition; the contrast of warm and cool colours is very appealing.

Now That's A Water Feature
4 stars
David Swann(4th December 2014)

It is good to see a scene like this, without the trappings of modern life.

Runcorn Spirualist Church
5 stars
David Swann(4th December 2014)

Well done for looking beyond the obvious and finding something unusual and eccentric.

Cambridge
5 stars
David Swann(2nd December 2014)

An excellent shot with a lovely glow to the colours.

Sunset
5 stars
David Swann(2nd December 2014)

The classic shot of a setting sun and a tree in silhouette, with the sun in just the right place.

Seven sisters
5 stars
David Swann(2nd December 2014)

You have allowed the white cliffs to stand out really well against the deep blues of the sky and sea.

Hartshill
5 stars
David Swann(30th November 2014)

A lovely atmospheric shot; very well taken.

Vera Overhead at Cranleigh
5 stars
David Swann(25th November 2014)

Quite a frame-filler with just enough detail in the shadows.

Rainy day at Clifton Suspension Bridge
5 stars
David Swann(25th November 2014)

This is an excellent shot in the conditions. The highlights on the water provide contrast with the dark sky, and the details of the bridge really stand out. The white van serves as a focal point and gives a sense of scale. Well taken.

Trinity Lane, Cambridge
5 stars
David Swann(24th November 2014)

The portrait format emphasises the imposing architecture, especially the chimneys.

Hartshill
5 stars
David Swann(23rd November 2014)

A shot which captures the time of year very well.

OK?  Who Am I ?
4 stars
David Swann(20th November 2014)

I am not a twitcher Vince, but a quick search on the net suggests you were right in suspecting it to be an Egyptian Goose (female).

The Long Waves,Saltburn
5 stars
David Swann(17th November 2014)

An appealing twilight shot with the interesting wave pattern reflecting the evening sky.

Cannock Chase
5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2014)

An uncomplicated but effective shot simplified by the background mist.

Roman Bridge
5 stars
David Swann(13th November 2014)

A very nice shot making the most of the bridge and the reflections.

All Souls College, Oxford
5 stars
David Swann(13th November 2014)

The strong side lighting has really brought out the detail here.

5 stars
David Swann(12th November 2014)

Good strong colours and a detailed narrative.

4 stars
David Swann(12th November 2014)

An interesting church with a distinctive style.

Christchurch Priory, Dorset
4 stars
David Swann(12th November 2014)

A well taken set of interiors of the Priory.

Small Isles from Arisaig
5 stars
David Swann(12th November 2014)

There is plenty of interest in this shot taken after sunset.

Band
5 stars
David Swann(12th November 2014)

A very appropriate collection of images for this week

Morning Mist above the Wye, Chepstow
5 stars
David Swann(10th November 2014)

The elevated viewpoint and rolling mist, the nicely lit bridge and its reflection, all combine to make an appealing image.

St Peter's Church interior
5 stars
David Swann(9th November 2014)

The warm and cold colour casts from different reflected light sources add interest to this well taken interior.

Loughrigg tarn
5 stars
David Swann(9th November 2014)

The extensive depth of field from the foreground rocks to the distant Langdale Pikes makes for a successful landscape shot.

Media City, Salford Quays, a reflection on a picnic bench.
5 stars
David Swann(7th November 2014)

Wonderful reflection, you have captured the modern architecture very well indeed.

East Pier Lighthouse,Whitby
5 stars
David Swann(7th November 2014)

The lighthouse is very dominant against the blue sky, well taken.

Squirrel in Heaton Park, Prestwich, Manchester
5 stars
David Swann(7th November 2014)

Lovely; the colours are excellent, and the long lens provides a very shallow depth of field separating the squirrel from the background.

All Saints Church, Stand, Whitefield, Manchester.
5 stars
David Swann(7th November 2014)

This is a superb image, very well seen and taken.

The Grass is Always Greener !!
4 stars
David Swann(6th November 2014)

I've been half expecting someone to say that the grass is always greener on the udder side. Well, somebody had to!

4 stars
David Swann(6th November 2014)

It is also sad to see such buildings being so little used that they have to be converted for other purposes.

Cressington Park Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(6th November 2014)

A shot with a limited colour range which depends on shapes, tones and contrast. It does this very well.

5 stars
David Swann(6th November 2014)

An interesting church building, very different in style to those found in the north of the country.

Tarn Hows, Cumbria
5 stars
David Swann(4th November 2014)

A very pleasant picture of this well known location.

Jay in Heaton Park, Prestwich, Manchester
5 stars
David Swann(4th November 2014)

A good shot of this jay with a nice catchlight in the eye.

the red arrows at Newcastle airport
5 stars
David Swann(4th November 2014)

The lofty viewpoint provides an alternative shot of the Red Arrows. The diagonal lines and composition along with the prominent shadows add a pleasing pictorial effect.

Fallow Stag
5 stars
David Swann(31st October 2014)

A lovely blend of autumnal colour and lighting, raised to another level by the presence of the stag. Very nice.

St Andrews Church, Upleatham
5 stars
David Swann(30th October 2014)

Nice colour and lighting with a good sky; the central composition works well.

Nefyn Beach at Night
5 stars
David Swann(30th October 2014)

What a sky! Well done making the effort to get a result like this.

Rainbow over Carsington Water
5 stars
David Swann(30th October 2014)

A lovely scene of changeable weather conditions.

5 stars
David Swann(28th October 2014)

A picture which can't fail to appeal to most people.

Red Deer Stag
5 stars
David Swann(28th October 2014)

Well taken with the bracken providing a good background for the deer.

The New Forest
4 stars
David Swann(28th October 2014)

There are many elements in this picture to attract a landscape photographer.

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(23rd October 2014)

An unusual subject, well seen and taken.

5 stars
David Swann(23rd October 2014)

A very appealing sunset.

5 stars
David Swann(23rd October 2014)

An excellent shot taken at a time when the lighting was good and there were few distractions.

Migrant Statue 1
5 stars
David Swann(23rd October 2014)

A good record shot; waiting for flags to unfurl sometimes needs a lot of patience.

Heading out to Sea
5 stars
David Swann(21st October 2014)

A nicely balanced shot capturing the feeling of 'departure'.

5 stars
David Swann(21st October 2014)

An iconic subject with a strong sky.

clayton nr doncaster sunrise
5 stars
David Swann(21st October 2014)

An excellent sunrise with a good starburst around the sun.

5 stars
David Swann(21st October 2014)

A lovely sky with an uncluttered foreground in silhouette.

Over The Top, Chepstow.
5 stars
David Swann(21st October 2014)

The compressed perspective is very effective and enhanced by the line of motorcyclists. Well taken.

5 stars
David Swann(20th October 2014)

An excellent shot with the colours of the woodpecker contrasting with the wintery scene.

5 stars
David Swann(20th October 2014)

A well composed and attractive shot of this churchyard.

Spinnaker Tower,Gun Wharf Quay, Portsmouth
5 stars
David Swann(18th October 2014)

A dominant subject whose light tones contrast well with the polarised sky; just right for black and white.

4 stars
David Swann(16th October 2014)

Looks like a dahlia to me John, and it certainly fills the frame.

Scarborough
5 stars
David Swann(16th October 2014)

Very nice twilight colours especially with the sun just about to set; the ripples in the water have added to the reflections of the masts.

Peace and tranqulity
5 stars
David Swann(14th October 2014)

A simple composition and sepia can still make a classic combination.

Bradgate park
5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2014)

A very nice composition featuring the elegant tree.

Hickleton fishing pond
5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2014)

Very atmospheric and well composed.

Foggy Sunday Morning
5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2014)

Excellent shot with great recession.

5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2014)

Nice shot, the colours are fine.

Backlit sheep Ambleside
5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2014)

The framing is effective with the backlighting isolating the sheep and giving it a rim light.

Beach huts , Lowestoft.
5 stars
David Swann(12th October 2014)

A little surreal but very effective.

Crowland
5 stars
David Swann(12th October 2014)

A lovely low light shot with the warm tones of the buildings contrasting well with the blue remaining in the sky.

Now That Has Got To Hurt
5 stars
David Swann(12th October 2014)

A good representation of this tableau.

Stamford Meadows
5 stars
David Swann(12th October 2014)

Lovely forms and shapes, well captured.

Witney lakes
5 stars
David Swann(12th October 2014)

An evocative sky nicely reflected in the water.

Witney lakes
5 stars
David Swann(12th October 2014)

An expressive image with surprisingly few comments.

Witney lakes
5 stars
David Swann(12th October 2014)

An atmospheric image with very nice recession on the right and the ducks providing balance on the left.

Perch Rock Lighthouse, New Brighton
5 stars
David Swann(2nd October 2014)

A well executed shot with the light tones of the lighthouse and its reflection allowed to stand out against the deeper tones of sky and sea. The graduated sky emphasises this effect.

Scandale 6
5 stars
David Swann(2nd October 2014)

Shots through open gates have a natural appeal; the line of the wall and path lead nicely to the tree on the horizon.

Whitby
5 stars
David Swann(2nd October 2014)

A well taken and sharp picture which suits the sepia processing.

5 stars
David Swann(26th September 2014)

An interesting and photogenic vessel. Your frame-filling tight crop focuses attention on all the detail, and the red stripe on the diagonal helps the composition.

Whitby
5 stars
David Swann(26th September 2014)

A handsome picture of this part of Whitby bringing out the warm colours of the lifeboat and the rooftops. The small powerboat and its wake nicely fill what might otherwise have been a bit of dead space. Well done.

Quantock Hills
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

A lovely study of this bird, I can only guess it is a female wheatear.

What a night
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

An evocative sunset, nicely taken.

Our Galaxy  from Nefyn Beach, North Wales
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

Wonderful shot.

Saltburn by the Sea's Pier at Sunrise attraction
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

An excellent silhouette shot with strong lines and lead-ins.

Uphill Climb to Old John Folly.
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

Very nice landscape with deep colours and a strong sky.

A Letter From Home. Dutton Massey Hall, Cheshire.
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

An appealing re-enactment picture well suited to the sepia processing.

Venford reservoir
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

The sombre mood of this shot is very appealing.

Windy Cross
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

Lovely scene, very well captured.

River Etive Glencoe.
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

An impressive landscape and excellent composition.

5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

The intensity and graduation of the colours in the sea combined with the photogenic rock formations make this shot, well taken.

Grasmere View.
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

Lovely landscape with the ferns providing a good foreground.

Grasmere
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

Excellent composition brought to life by the splash of pink.

Topping Tree, Newton Under Roseberry
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

Nicely balanced composition with good colours.

Sun-Up
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

Good silhouettes in the foreground, and it is nice to see the sun in a picture without the usual burn-out.

Cromwell lakes
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2014)

A very atmospheric shot with a wonderful sky.

Troutbeck
5 stars
David Swann(4th September 2014)

An atypical Lakeland scene, well captured.

Saltburn Pier
5 stars
David Swann(4th September 2014)

Very good panoramic style picture.

Sunset over Ainsdale beach
5 stars
David Swann(4th September 2014)

Lovely sunset with good shape and texture.

St Aidens Church, Gillamoor, North Yorkshire
5 stars
David Swann(4th September 2014)

An effective wide angle shot with a strong sky; the steps invite you into the picture.

5 stars
David Swann(4th September 2014)

A good composition with nice colour.

India Buildings, Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(4th September 2014)

An excellent interior shot with form,shape, contrast and reflections; everything you could ask for in a black and white image. The distant figure adds to the impression of depth.

Rievaulx Abbey
5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2014)

An excellent viewpoint and the unusual quality of the lighting have created a nice pictorial effect.

5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2014)

The red and white of the lighthouse contrast nicely with the strong blues in the sea and sky.

Yorkshire Heather
5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2014)

A low-key but effective landscape making the most of the solitary tree and strong colour of the heather.

Storm over Horton in Ribblesdale
5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2014)

You have really captured the mood of this excellent stormy scene.

Saltburn Sunset
5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2014)

Lovely form, texture and colour in this well taken sunset.

Hurst Point, Keyhaven, Hampshire.
5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2014)

A good sky and the warm foreground add a pictorial quality to this shot.

Windermere from the top of Wansfell
5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2014)

The strong foreground contrasts well with the distant haze to provide perspective to this landscape.

4 stars
David Swann(30th August 2014)

An interesting building with a good narrative; the light could have been a bit kinder for you.

Looking out towards Loughrigg
5 stars
David Swann(30th August 2014)

A subtle and moody landscape.

Getting The Bales In
5 stars
David Swann(30th August 2014)

Many elements of a good rural scene can be found in this picture.

Monastic Goldfinch
5 stars
David Swann(30th August 2014)

Although the goldfinch is quite small in the frame its distinctive plumage has been recorded very well.

Cotswolds Walk
5 stars
David Swann(26th August 2014)

A pleasing landscape with good colour variations; the figure provides a focal point and adds scale.

Notgrove Fields
5 stars
David Swann(25th August 2014)

A good picture with the distant line of trees matching the line of topstones on the wall.

They do make a pretty pattern don't they?
5 stars
David Swann(25th August 2014)

This is well taken for a 'quick' shot, and nicely cropped with just enough space in front of the planes.

Fairground Horse
5 stars
David Swann(23rd August 2014)

A strong and colourful image.

Janet's Foss, Malham, North Yorkshire
4 stars
David Swann(23rd August 2014)

You are right Rod, just a week after taking this picture we returned to this spot with our 15 year old granddaughter who had no hesitation in jumping in!

Bixteth Street, Liverpool.
4 stars
David Swann(22nd August 2014)

An interesting technical and creative exercise.

Remembered - Tower of London
5 stars
David Swann(22nd August 2014)

A very fluid and modern looking image.

5 stars
David Swann(17th August 2014)

This kind of picture has great appeal with the excellently positioned first post and its shadow being repeated in ever diminishing size to an unseen vanishing point.

Early morning sun at Boldre, near the town of Lymington
5 stars
David Swann(17th August 2014)

A quality image with wonderful lighting.

'On the Cleveland Way'
5 stars
David Swann(17th August 2014)

A beautiful image superbly taken.

To The Sun
5 stars
David Swann(17th August 2014)

The camera angle and cropping has produced a strong image.

5 stars
David Swann(17th August 2014)

Nicely composed and framed.

5 stars
David Swann(17th August 2014)

The textures in the windswept grasses contrast nicely with those in the stonework and sky.

Sun-Dial on St Mary the Virgin Church, North Stoke
5 stars
David Swann(17th August 2014)

Intriguing detail shot with nice colour in the stone and flints.

Arundel fountain
5 stars
David Swann(17th August 2014)

A very interesting combination of shapes and tones.

Norwich, Norfolk
5 stars
David Swann(17th August 2014)

Good lead-in lines and strong colours.

Large Moon, Chepstow.
5 stars
David Swann(17th August 2014)

Very well taken with sharp detail; also nicely presented with the moon off-centre and balanced in the frame by the clouds.

Brighton Pier
5 stars
David Swann(17th August 2014)

Lovely vibrant colours in the sky combine with strong textures and graphic shapes in the lower third of the scene.

sheepy fields
5 stars
David Swann(17th August 2014)

The colours and textures in this scene are excellent, all brought out by the great side lighting.

Whitby Abbey
5 stars
David Swann(7th August 2014)

I don't worry much about taking 'me-too' type of pictures. First and foremost we all take pictures to please ourselves; it is a bonus if anyone else likes them. Take the 'classic' shot and then perhaps look around for something a bit different. This may be a classic shot but it is still a good one.

Sunset over Mortehoe
5 stars
David Swann(5th August 2014)

An intriguing evening sky.

Sunset
5 stars
David Swann(5th August 2014)

Lovely sunset with the figures used to balance the composition.

On the Breeze - Redcar
5 stars
David Swann(2nd August 2014)

Your horizon is well placed on the lower third, and the colours have added appeal to the movement in the clouds and seawater created by a slow shutter speed (and presumably a ND filter).

Runswick Bay Cottage
5 stars
David Swann(2nd August 2014)

An interesting combination of greenery and seafront.

5 stars
David Swann(2nd August 2014)

This is a good shot made up of the different 'layers' of the sky, seafront, beach, and sea. The effect is helped by the almost deserted beach and the light colours.

Walking on water
5 stars
David Swann(1st August 2014)

Another simple composition that works really well.

Rydale countryside
5 stars
David Swann(1st August 2014)

A scene with many interesting elements.

The Stew Pond- Epsom Common
4 stars
David Swann(1st August 2014)

A peaceful scene.

Rydal Water Boathouse
5 stars
David Swann(30th July 2014)

The simplest compositions are sometimes the best; this is a wonderful example.

Heron in Ambleside
5 stars
David Swann(30th July 2014)

An excellent shot of this heron and its location.

5 stars
David Swann(29th July 2014)

An appealing landscape.

5 stars
David Swann(29th July 2014)

A nicely taken shot of the waterfall.

Rosedale View
5 stars
David Swann(29th July 2014)

A pleasant landscape with the heather providing a good foreground.

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(27th July 2014)

A good interior, well exposed, and with plenty of detail.

Welland railway viaduct know locally as Harringworth or Seaton viaduct
5 stars
David Swann(27th July 2014)

A good panoramic shot with an interesting narrative.

Sunset over Monmouthshire, from the Kymin.
5 stars
David Swann(27th July 2014)

The quality of lighting you only get with sunrise and sunset.

Brighton Marina
5 stars
David Swann(27th July 2014)

Nicely composed with lots of shadow detail

St Bees from St Bees Head
5 stars
David Swann(24th July 2014)

A well taken picture showing the variety in the landscape from seashore to distant hills.

5 stars
David Swann(24th July 2014)

A good crisp shot with the boats filling the frame and making the picture.

Buttermere from the northen shore
5 stars
David Swann(23rd July 2014)

Nice shot with a strong foreground.

The lovers, Ickworth park, Bury St Edmunds
5 stars
David Swann(23rd July 2014)

An intriguing shot with the contrast between the brooding trees and the distant figures; a picture with a story to tell.

Seahouses harbour in northumberland
5 stars
David Swann(23rd July 2014)

Good harbour picture.

Rocket on the Great Central Railway
5 stars
David Swann(23rd July 2014)

An interesting and appealing shot.

5 stars
David Swann(20th July 2014)

Well taken picture of these unusual atmospheric conditions; the farm buildings on the right are just clear enough to anchor the composition.

5 stars
David Swann(18th July 2014)

Another good result from the air show John, with the planes well placed in the frame.

Beach scene
5 stars
David Swann(16th July 2014)

A simple but interesting composition.

Albert Dock
5 stars
David Swann(16th July 2014)

The angle of your shot sets off the vessel well against the strong background; there is also harmony in the colours.

5 stars
David Swann(16th July 2014)

A very well taken trio, nicely positioned in the frame against a blue sky. It is also good to see some action in the propellors.

Cottage in Sherrington
5 stars
David Swann(15th July 2014)

Nicely composed shot

5 stars
David Swann(13th July 2014)

This seems to be defying the laws of both physics and gravity.

5 stars
David Swann(11th July 2014)

Well exposed with detail in the shadow areas.

4 stars
David Swann(11th July 2014)

Much better on that side of the wall!

Arne RSPB Reserve, Dorset.
5 stars
David Swann(11th July 2014)

A nicely framed shot.

Sunset from my bedroom window
5 stars
David Swann(11th July 2014)

A quite fiery skyline.

Atherstone
5 stars
David Swann(8th July 2014)

A nicely captured rainbow in a simple setting.

Deeping St James
5 stars
David Swann(8th July 2014)

A very well taken shot of a colourful insect.

Blue Tit
5 stars
David Swann(7th July 2014)

An excellent wildlife shot.

5 stars
David Swann(7th July 2014)

Nice shot of Ingleborough; I did manage to climb up there once.

Hartshill
5 stars
David Swann(7th July 2014)

A magical composition, well taken.

Canal evening walk
5 stars
David Swann(7th July 2014)

A quiet rural scene with good reflections in the water.

Sunet with colourful clouds*
5 stars
David Swann(6th July 2014)

An appealing sunset.

York Minster
5 stars
David Swann(5th July 2014)

An excellent shot of this architectural detail against the red background colour.

Windermere from Loughrigg
5 stars
David Swann(5th July 2014)

A very moody scene with an autumnal feel about it.

Lily Tarn
5 stars
David Swann(5th July 2014)

Nicely cropped to suit the shape of the tarn, and well taken to mirror the sky in the water.

Taunton
4 stars
David Swann(3rd July 2014)

A nicely chosen viewpoint to take this well used canal.

The Church at Fingest - (2014 Floods).
5 stars
David Swann(3rd July 2014)

Nicely exposed shot to capture the mirror-like reflections.

Poppies and Wild Flowers, Chepstow.
5 stars
David Swann(3rd July 2014)

A well taken display of wild flowers.

5 stars
David Swann(1st July 2014)

An excellent shot; the foreground pots are very dominant but in no way out of place.

4 stars
David Swann(1st July 2014)

An inviting entrance to a small place of worship.

William Mackenzie Pyramid Tomb, Liverpool.
4 stars
David Swann(1st July 2014)

A unique memorial with a unique tale to tell.

The Deep and Tidal Barrier
4 stars
David Swann(1st July 2014)

An interesting combination of different structures.

Bridge over the Test
5 stars
David Swann(30th June 2014)

An attractive scene, very well presented.

Deeping St James
5 stars
David Swann(30th June 2014)

A well chosen and composed landscape shot.

Deeping St James
5 stars
David Swann(30th June 2014)

That foreboding sky contrasts really well with the lightness of the ox-eye daisies which make a great foreground.

5 stars
David Swann(30th June 2014)

Interesting yes, but also slightly disturbing.

Hampshire cottage
5 stars
David Swann(29th June 2014)

The tight composition works quite well here.

Beach Scene
5 stars
David Swann(29th June 2014)

A pleasing beach scene taken in fairly low contrast lighting and lifted by a small splash of red.

Sunset on the Coast near Kidwelly
5 stars
David Swann(29th June 2014)

The layering effect, the hazy perspective, and the warm glow of the setting sun, all add to the appeal of this shot.

Atherstone
5 stars
David Swann(29th June 2014)

Vignetting focuses attention very effectively on this old structure, helped by the burst of sunlight in the centre. Very well taken.

Hartshill Hayes
5 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2014)

A very good shot with the path leading into the frame and the figure ideally placed.

Bradgate park
5 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2014)

A wonderful setting for this excellent shot.

New Forest cottage
5 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2014)

An excellent rural scene.

Staying close to mum
5 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2014)

Keeping this close could have its disadvantages.

Sundown on Trelissick
4 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2014)

A very minimalist sunset, but it works.

4 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2014)

Almost good enough for Yorkshire folk to fish in.

atherstone
5 stars
David Swann(21st June 2014)

Good shot set off by the foreground poppies.

A very pretty church at Easton on the Hill
5 stars
David Swann(21st June 2014)

The overhanging trees, ivy, and especially the tombstones set off against the tall grass, all add atmosphere to this shot.

5 stars
David Swann(20th June 2014)

A good picture showing the scale and nature of the landscape.

Test way
4 stars
David Swann(20th June 2014)

A lush looking scene

5 stars
David Swann(20th June 2014)

The distant hills and skyline contrast very well with the lighthouse.

5 stars
David Swann(18th June 2014)

An attractive scene with the good foreground providing depth to the picture.

5 stars
David Swann(16th June 2014)

Good shot made by the backlighting on the gull's wings.

Cannock Chase
5 stars
David Swann(16th June 2014)

An effective use of colour 'popping'.

Thirsty Horse
5 stars
David Swann(16th June 2014)

Nice shot.

Warwick Castle
5 stars
David Swann(16th June 2014)

A very well balanced composition of this nicely lit scene with good use of the reflections.

Pascoe's Shaft
5 stars
David Swann(14th June 2014)

A shot that speaks of bygone times and a workplace now reduced to industrial archeology.

Off the Ground, Tidenham.
5 stars
David Swann(14th June 2014)

Another excellent shot of the peregrine.

Tenby Harbour at Low Tide
5 stars
David Swann(12th June 2014)

Good use of colour and the slightly flattened perspective.

Storm Clouds over Darnford Park, Lichfield
5 stars
David Swann(12th June 2014)

Lovely cloud formations.

Chard
4 stars
David Swann(12th June 2014)

I think this is possibly a water vole.

Nearly Ready to Fly, Tidenham.
5 stars
David Swann(12th June 2014)

Nicely taken considering the focal length.

The Captain's Haven - Whitby, North Yorkshire.
5 stars
David Swann(11th June 2014)

Lovely shot with excellent warm lighting

Classic thatched cottage in Arkesden Village
5 stars
David Swann(10th June 2014)

An eye-catching thatched cottage in a beautiful setting.

Ferry Meadows Country Park
5 stars
David Swann(9th June 2014)

The spotlight effect lends itself to this scene.

Burton upon Trent
5 stars
David Swann(9th June 2014)

A strong image making the most of the bold character of the bridge.

Burton upon Trent
5 stars
David Swann(9th June 2014)

Well taken, the low camera position close to the swans has worked well.

4 stars
David Swann(8th June 2014)

These towpaths are ideal for quiet walks.

Anne's Pasties.
4 stars
David Swann(8th June 2014)

A quirky location for this business.

Bourne
5 stars
David Swann(8th June 2014)

A good set of pictures based on this church.

4 stars
David Swann(6th June 2014)

Well, they do say fortune favours the brave.

the forth bridge (rail)
5 stars
David Swann(6th June 2014)

The composition emphasises the nature of this dominant bridge.

Thaxted Town Street
4 stars
David Swann(6th June 2014)

A colourful scene.

Audley End
5 stars
David Swann(6th June 2014)

Good re-enactment shots.

Small Copper
5 stars
David Swann(4th June 2014)

Nice shot, definitely a Small Copper.

Morning Mist, Tintern.
5 stars
David Swann(4th June 2014)

Very atmospheric shot.

Road to Llanberis
5 stars
David Swann(4th June 2014)

Super landscape with strong areas of light and shade.

5 stars
David Swann(2nd June 2014)

Quite a stark church building but softened by the spring foliage.

St Mary's Church
5 stars
David Swann(2nd June 2014)

Another enchanting little church.

MS Queen Victoria leaving Liverpool 31-05-2014.
5 stars
David Swann(2nd June 2014)

An impressive sight, well taken.

5 stars
David Swann(31st May 2014)

A typical northern canal scene. The boat on the right and its reflection would make a picture by itself.

Lincolnshire
5 stars
David Swann(31st May 2014)

Very good sunset with just enough detail in the road.

Dona Amelia
5 stars
David Swann(30th May 2014)

An interesting vessel with a good narrative.

Wrest Park House and Gardens
5 stars
David Swann(30th May 2014)

An excellent re-enactment shot.

Reflections
5 stars
David Swann(30th May 2014)

Another pleasing waterside scene with good reflections.

Bluebell Wood
5 stars
David Swann(30th May 2014)

A lovely springtime scene; the bench is very inviting.

Whitby
5 stars
David Swann(30th May 2014)

Excellent shot of Whitby with a good sky.

Chepstow Castle , Evening Sun.
5 stars
David Swann(30th May 2014)

The side lighting picks out the castle and cliff very well

5 stars
David Swann(28th May 2014)

A lovely shot with good colour and nice lighting especially on the water. The swan is in an ideal place to add balance and interest.

Stour Valley Spring, Shillingstone.
5 stars
David Swann(28th May 2014)

A great example of framing which suits the central subject very well.

Lulworth Cove, Dorset.
5 stars
David Swann(28th May 2014)

This picture shouldn't really work because of the large expanse of sea and sky; it does because the small boat and it's wake provide a focal point, balance, and contrast.

Lulworth Cove, Dorset
5 stars
David Swann(28th May 2014)

The colour of the boat's hull matches that of the sea water with the splash of red providing contrast, and yes, the picture has been nicely cropped in relation to the boat.

Monsal Trail
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2014)

A moody landscape, well taken.

Monsal Trail
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2014)

An appealing scene with a good foreground.

A tight turn
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2014)

A very attractive, very 'English' scene.

Market Bosworth
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2014)

A very atmospheric shot with the mist and backlit grass important components.

Carrick Roads.
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2014)

The flattened perspective of the long lens and the varied tones in the water make for an interesting shot.

Peterborough Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2014)

An impressive shot of a magnificent building.

5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2014)

That's quite a look of disapproval; perhaps he didn't agree with your choice of aperture and shutter speed.

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2014)

The pinks and blues in the sky are mirrored in the water and are also repeated in the stones along the bank.

Ferry Meadows Country Park
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2014)

Gentle warm tones and good reflections.

Canons Ashby Manor House
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2014)

A building with character and colourful formal gardens.

Autumn Colours on Cannock Chase
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2014)

An image with lovely colours and textures.

Sunset Beyond, M48 Road Bridge, Aust.
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2014)

A quality shot with the sky adding wonderful atmosphere and drama.

5 stars
David Swann(22nd May 2014)

An excellent shot of this window. The small green panes are appealing in their own right but the trees outside have added a bit of 'texture'. The angle and pattern of the shadows also work very nicely. Well taken John.

All Saints Church
5 stars
David Swann(22nd May 2014)

An attractive springtime scene.

Knollys Monument, St Nicholas Church, Rotherfield Greys
5 stars
David Swann(22nd May 2014)

A lovely record shot with very sharp detail and well handled exposure.

Lincolnshire
5 stars
David Swann(22nd May 2014)

This is a very good image found in a 'local' scene. The lane leads nicely through the picture and detail has been retained in the darker trees used as a frame.

Now That Looks Tasty
5 stars
David Swann(21st May 2014)

A good shot of this house sparrow.

Lancaster canal, Lancashire
5 stars
David Swann(21st May 2014)

An excellent composition drawing the eye to the distant bend in the canal; the depth of colour in the reflections seems to add fluidity to the water.

Incoming Tide, River Wye, Chepstow.
5 stars
David Swann(19th May 2014)

A lovely landscape Patrick, making good use of the foreground.

Raby Castle
5 stars
David Swann(19th May 2014)

A pleasing shot of Raby Castle.

Gorran Haven
5 stars
David Swann(19th May 2014)

An interesting panoramic picture.

Egglestone Abbey
5 stars
David Swann(19th May 2014)

A nice shot adding warmth to the stonework

5 stars
David Swann(19th May 2014)

An excellent shot showing of the roof detail nicely by using symmetry. We go in here often as Southport is one of our regular places to visit, calling in at either 'The Swan' fish and chip restaurant or 'Lily Langtry's' tearoom.

Ferry Meadows Country Park
5 stars
David Swann(18th May 2014)

Another good picture making good use of the reflections.

Ferry Meadows Country Park
5 stars
David Swann(18th May 2014)

Lovely shot using the leaves and branches to frame the setting sun and its reflection.

The House, Greys Court
5 stars
David Swann(18th May 2014)

A tightly framed and sharp shot showing the detail in the building.

Audley End
5 stars
David Swann(15th May 2014)

A very good action shot, Zbig.

Canal Reflections
5 stars
David Swann(15th May 2014)

I think this picture is fantastic Martin, and could even be better still by losing a little of the right hand side.

Fran's Tea Garden at Denham Lock
5 stars
David Swann(15th May 2014)

HDR is becoming more prominent in modern photography, and sometimes can seem too surreal. Having said that I still find this image very intriguing. Welcome to POE Peter.

Oxford
4 stars
David Swann(15th May 2014)

There are many elements in this urban scene but the the final image works quite well.

5 stars
David Swann(15th May 2014)

You have certainly got their attention, well taken.

Chesterton Windmill
5 stars
David Swann(15th May 2014)

An interesting structure with an excellent sky.

Grand union canal
5 stars
David Swann(13th May 2014)

An attractive scene.

Chesterton Windmill
5 stars
David Swann(13th May 2014)

A superb image, well taken.

Bosworth Canal
5 stars
David Swann(13th May 2014)

A well worked artistic rendering of this scene.

Loughrigg Tarn
5 stars
David Swann(13th May 2014)

A good mono conversion with a strong foreground.

Barmouth
5 stars
David Swann(11th May 2014)

Another good shot with the foreground buoy providing great depth.

Bradgate park
5 stars
David Swann(11th May 2014)

Great shot with the graduated sky helping to frame the stag.

Stourhead from the Grotto
5 stars
David Swann(11th May 2014)

A very dominant frame in this scene; the exposure has been well handled.

Shenton
5 stars
David Swann(11th May 2014)

Another excellent composition with the red of the barges providing colour contrast.

Shenton
5 stars
David Swann(11th May 2014)

A compelling composition with strong colours and contrast.

Bluebell walk
5 stars
David Swann(10th May 2014)

Who can fail to be attracted by a carpet of bluebells? Well taken.

Bradgate Park,Old Oaks.
5 stars
David Swann(10th May 2014)

A very appealing landscape; a well balanced composition with the foliage set off nicely against the grey clouds.

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(10th May 2014)

The cloud movement makes for an interesting sky.

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(10th May 2014)

A creative into-the-light picture. The windsock prevents the sun from being too much of a 'hot spot'.

Doorway of  St. James' Church, Reading
5 stars
David Swann(9th May 2014)

A good record of this architectural detail.

Edith Weston
5 stars
David Swann(9th May 2014)

A detailed interior and a good set of pictures based on this church.

River Nene
5 stars
David Swann(9th May 2014)

A lush and leafy river scene.

5 stars
David Swann(7th May 2014)

A pleasant scene with the sunlight catching the buildings.

Lacock bus shelter
5 stars
David Swann(6th May 2014)

An interesting street scene.

Rutland water
5 stars
David Swann(6th May 2014)

This shot appears to have been taken with a 10-22mm wide angle lens, and shows how powerful a tool it can be.Very well taken.

Hartshill
5 stars
David Swann(5th May 2014)

A well taken shot against the light.

Stour Valley Autumn, Shillingstone.
5 stars
David Swann(5th May 2014)

Excellent shot adding an extra element to a sunset.

Buttermere
5 stars
David Swann(4th May 2014)

Lovely landscape capturing the sense of space

Looe Harbour Cornwall
5 stars
David Swann(4th May 2014)

A pleasing scene with the contrast well handled

Walk to the Tree
5 stars
David Swann(4th May 2014)

A vey strong composition with the bold central lead-in to the trees

Looking for fresh blood. Shiverpool tour guide.
5 stars
David Swann(2nd May 2014)

You have caught the 'moment' exactly, giving a feeling of spontaneity to the picture.

5 stars
David Swann(2nd May 2014)

An interesting group set of nicely against the spring foliage.

Shuckburgh
5 stars
David Swann(2nd May 2014)

A very 'english' scene, nicely taken.

5 stars
David Swann(2nd May 2014)

Great pose, great detail, great picture! One for the ornithologists.

Time Travel
5 stars
David Swann(1st May 2014)

A good composition with the pathway leading into the picture; the side lighting is very effective with detail kept in the shadows.

Meditation. Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(29th April 2014)

A well chosen shot which I also think would work in monochrome.

Milldale
5 stars
David Swann(29th April 2014)

Very good shot making a strong feature of the telephone box.

April Cottage
5 stars
David Swann(29th April 2014)

A very well presented shot with the processing suiting the subject.

Holkham Hall
5 stars
David Swann(29th April 2014)

Well composed with the statue standing out nicely from the background.

Sapling amongst the Bluebells, Bargate woods, Chepstow.
5 stars
David Swann(29th April 2014)

Excellent colour, especially that of the bluebells.

In Step at Camber, East Sussex
5 stars
David Swann(29th April 2014)

The backlighting and sepia treatment have contributed to a good image.

Buzzards Statue to Honour The Queen, Malvern Hills
5 stars
David Swann(29th April 2014)

The strong sky adds tension to a dynamic sculpture.

Sweden Bridge Lane 4-10-13
5 stars
David Swann(28th April 2014)

An attractive 'mini' landscape.

Family Silhouette
5 stars
David Swann(28th April 2014)

Another good 'into the light' shot.

Rider in the Sand
5 stars
David Swann(28th April 2014)

A well taken silhouette capturing not only horse and rider but also their shadows. Welcome to POE, Barbara.

Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire
5 stars
David Swann(28th April 2014)

A nicely composed and crisp image making good use of the reflections. Welcome to POE, Tony.

Waiting. Lime Street, Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(26th April 2014)

The world around us is full of colour, but taking it away can sometimes add appeal and creativity to a picture.

Reflections, Wadebridge
5 stars
David Swann(26th April 2014)

An attractive scene with nice reflections.

5 stars
David Swann(25th April 2014)

You are certainly well placed to take frame-filling shots of these aircraft.

Privy Garden
5 stars
David Swann(25th April 2014)

I have never been to Hampton Court; are visitors always allowed on the roof, or is this a clever device to scare the pigeons?

It Was Meant to be a Kingfisher
5 stars
David Swann(24th April 2014)

This is a male Mandarin duck; good focussing has led to a sharp picture set off nicely by the light on the ripples.

Little Hangman Hill
5 stars
David Swann(24th April 2014)

The farm is well placed in the picture and provides scale to this good landscape.

Watermouth cove
5 stars
David Swann(24th April 2014)

The llamas make an unusual foreground and also lead the eye towards the inlet in the middle distance. The hazy background adds depth and perspective. Very well taken.

5 stars
David Swann(23rd April 2014)

The flat lighting seems to help here, bright contrasty lighting would have created too many shadows and made the scene 'busy'.

Victoria, Woolton Village 20-04-2014.
4 stars
David Swann(23rd April 2014)

This looks like a building worth preserving in its own right, but the demise of the 'pub' generally seems unstoppable.

Hancocks Hill
4 stars
David Swann(22nd April 2014)

Quite a nice landscape with depth of colour and a good foreground.

Moonlight Across the River Severn, Beachley.
5 stars
David Swann(22nd April 2014)

An impressive low light shot especially with the starburst effect on the bridge lights. The camera data shows an aperture of f2.8 which is surprising because starbursts are usually associated with much smaller apertures, eg, f16 or f22. A slow shutter speed has also added some nice movement to the water and reflections.

A Lion in Terracotta. Woolton Village. Taken 20th April 2014.
5 stars
David Swann(20th April 2014)

A bold detail shot which suits the square crop.

The Lane
5 stars
David Swann(20th April 2014)

A nice springtime scene.

4 stars
David Swann(20th April 2014)

Good use of the tree and reeds.

5 stars
David Swann(20th April 2014)

The light and shade make this an interesting shot.

Spring in Cawston
5 stars
David Swann(20th April 2014)

It is surprising how a splash of red can bring a composition to life

5 stars
David Swann(16th April 2014)

A good shot with the church nicely framed by the trees.

Coton manor
5 stars
David Swann(16th April 2014)

An attractive springtime scene.

5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2014)

Excellent for a spontaneous shot with what you had available.

Rooftop Heron, Chepstow.
5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2014)

A gem of a shot; the warm oranges of the chimney and the lichens harmonise with the heron's beak.

Stoke Sub Hamdon
5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2014)

The bright yellow of the rape fields add contrast to this scene, and the tree provides a good focal point

Sunrise, M48 Severn Bridge, Beachley.
5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2014)

Another good variation on your theme; the bird adds to the composition.

Silver Birches
5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2014)

Good shot, the bluebells contrast nicely with the silver birches.

atherstone
5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2014)

The evening or dawn glow reflected in the water makes this a special picture.

Everdon
5 stars
David Swann(13th April 2014)

There are nice bands of colour in this scene; the red/brown of the soil, the green hedge, the yellow rape field, and the blue sky all contribute to the picture.

Red Squirrel, Brownsea Island
5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2014)

A very nice shot.

5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2014)

Something different, well taken.

5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2014)

We are often told that three is the best number for a group picture; this shot seems to prove it.

Convent Walk at Christchurch
5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2014)

The tree provides strong foreground interest, and the swan is a nice touch.

3 stars
David Swann(10th April 2014)

Thanks for the explanation, Cass.

XL623
5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2014)

A clean composition wth the sky complimenting the subject.

The Nene way
5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2014)

An attractive scene with good shadows; the fence makes a very effective lead-in.

St. Peter's Church, Caversham
5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2014)

A nicely composed shot

3 stars
David Swann(10th April 2014)

This is an excellent image but it has been submitted before; I previously commented on this picture on 4th December, 2013.

Where Have All The Others Gone Then ?
5 stars
David Swann(9th April 2014)

You have managed to capture the iridescence in the starling's plumage quite well.

5 stars
David Swann(9th April 2014)

Nicely taken Ruth; I have some square format black & white prints of this scene which I took on holiday well over fifty years ago - a scary thought.

5 stars
David Swann(9th April 2014)

Interesting features nicely contrasted with the castle buildings and blue sky.

Robin Hood's Bay
5 stars
David Swann(7th April 2014)

This is a well composed shot with the foreground objects adding depth.

Ferry Meadows Country Park
5 stars
David Swann(7th April 2014)

Nice reflections

5 stars
David Swann(7th April 2014)

The colours, forms, and shapes make this a good pattern picture.

Apethorpe
5 stars
David Swann(7th April 2014)

A good set recording the village

Woodland walk
5 stars
David Swann(6th April 2014)

The figure provides a good focal point in this scene.

Witham on the Hill
5 stars
David Swann(6th April 2014)

Good use of the bold reds in this composition.

5 stars
David Swann(6th April 2014)

A strong coastal scene with good lighting.

4 stars
David Swann(6th April 2014)

It's a pity the elements were against you, but this is still a good landscape with the tree working well in the foreground, and the hedge and tree framing the bridge.

Church Lane
5 stars
David Swann(4th April 2014)

A good record shot of this appealing location.

4 stars
David Swann(4th April 2014)

Nicely captured aircraft.

Tickencote
5 stars
David Swann(4th April 2014)

A well taken interior

Tickencote
5 stars
David Swann(4th April 2014)

Another distinctive church building; the light was contrasty but there is still detail in the shadows.

Fotheringhay
5 stars
David Swann(3rd April 2014)

Another strong composition; the roofline and additional buildings provide a base to draw the eye into the frame and prevent the church 'floating' in the background.

Fotheringhay
5 stars
David Swann(3rd April 2014)

The polarised sky and strong cloud formations add to the impact of this imposing building.

River Wye & Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(2nd April 2014)

Another attractive scene but it is the splash of colour and unusual reflections of the canoeists which lift the picture.

Lower Brockhampton
5 stars
David Swann(2nd April 2014)

The vibrant yellow of the daffodils contrasts very nicely with the red brick and tiles.

5 stars
David Swann(31st March 2014)

An interesting choice of frame; the tower is nicely positioned in the picture.

Autumnal Padstow
5 stars
David Swann(31st March 2014)

A pleasing harbour scene

Crocus's
4 stars
David Swann(28th March 2014)

I like the narrow depth of field created by the long focus lens, but having the sharper flowers slightly higher in the frame might have helped.

Cottage in Hope Cove
5 stars
David Swann(28th March 2014)

A nice clean image in more ways than one.

Eros, Sefton Park, Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(28th March 2014)

Excellent rendering of the statue, but having included the arrow, perhaps this should have been sent in on April 1. Then again you may have something even more appropriate.......

River Quoich
5 stars
David Swann(27th March 2014)

An attractive scene enhanced by the foreground colours

Twilight over Stowepol, Lichfield
5 stars
David Swann(26th March 2014)

A wonderful shot with excellent colours which is well balanced because it follows all the recommended rules of composition.

Dawn at Whittington, Staffordshire
5 stars
David Swann(26th March 2014)

Lovely landscape with a painterly feel about it.

Inner Quadrangle, Hospital of St.Cross
4 stars
David Swann(26th March 2014)

Interesting building and narrative.

4 stars
David Swann(25th March 2014)

The tight crop draws attention to the detail; the XIV must have some local significance (could it just be a milestone?)

Gatehouse of Friar Park, Henley-on-Thames
4 stars
David Swann(25th March 2014)

The blossom seems to emphasise the ornate architecture.

Snorscombe Farm
5 stars
David Swann(24th March 2014)

A cheerful patchwork of colours in this rural scene; it was probably a good decision to leave out the sky.

Church Gate Cottage, Lingfield.
4 stars
David Swann(24th March 2014)

Interesting building in nice side lighting.

5 stars
David Swann(23rd March 2014)

This shot represents the area around Hardcastle Crags very well.

Wansford
5 stars
David Swann(21st March 2014)

The low set lighting adds its own eeriness to this building.

Norfolk rainbow
5 stars
David Swann(21st March 2014)

It is unusual to be able to achieve such intensity in the colours of a rainbow, well done.

King's Cliffe
5 stars
David Swann(20th March 2014)

An interesting church set off by the dark sky

Lee Bay
5 stars
David Swann(20th March 2014)

A well balanced composition with the spray adding to the interest

Rutland Water
4 stars
David Swann(20th March 2014)

An attractive evening shot

Castle Crag, Borrowdale, Cumbria
5 stars
David Swann(19th March 2014)

A magnificent landscape with great form and colour

Arnside sunset
5 stars
David Swann(19th March 2014)

Lovely lines, shapes and colour combine in this excellent shot. The patterns in the sky are matched by those in the Kent estuary.

Spring Blossom
4 stars
David Swann(18th March 2014)

You appear to have much more blossom than we do!

Stamford
4 stars
David Swann(18th March 2014)

I prefer this one without the cars, Zbig

Iron Man facing the tide at Crosby
5 stars
David Swann(18th March 2014)

An outstanding shot of something different. The swirling water looks almost like a whirlpool, but it is the breaking wave which makes the picture special.

St Mary & St Margarets
5 stars
David Swann(18th March 2014)

You have a knack for discovering interesting church buildings; this is no exception.

4 stars
David Swann(18th March 2014)

Vivid sunset colours; we often walk at nearby Lytham but go home too early and miss scenes like this.

South Luffenham
4 stars
David Swann(18th March 2014)

Interesting and revealing detail of this old interior

Aunby
5 stars
David Swann(15th March 2014)

Evening/dawn skies are sometimes better when the sun is below the horizon like this; the trees make interesting silhouettes, and the ripples work well in the foreground.

4 stars
David Swann(15th March 2014)

The red poppy draws in the eye and helps separate the main subject from its busy surroundings.

4 stars
David Swann(15th March 2014)

The spray adds an abstract element to this scene

Carlby
4 stars
David Swann(15th March 2014)

Interesting silhouettes with the relatively small lamp playing a large part in the composition.

One Man and His Dog
4 stars
David Swann(15th March 2014)

A picture with a story to tell, and a touch of humour.

Greatford
5 stars
David Swann(15th March 2014)

Stained glass is best taken when the outside lighting is even and not too bright, exactly as in this example.

Fallow stag at Bradgate Park, Leicester
5 stars
David Swann(15th March 2014)

An appealing shot with harmonious colours.

Bridge Lamps of Westminster
5 stars
David Swann(15th March 2014)

The ornate lamp standard is well framed by the main building. Sometimes details make better subjects than the whole, especially with much photographed locations.

Castle Acre Priory
5 stars
David Swann(1st March 2014)

An excellent set of pictures showing this priory church

Green and Blue
5 stars
David Swann(1st March 2014)

As you say a 'heavenly' scene - with colours to match

House view
5 stars
David Swann(28th February 2014)

Very vibrant colours, well taken

Bridlington
5 stars
David Swann(28th February 2014)

You have successfully captured the mood of this scene

Bingley 5 Rise Lock, West Yorkshire
4 stars
David Swann(28th February 2014)

An impressive set of locks

5 stars
David Swann(28th February 2014)

An attractive shot making best use of the reed beds

Red Lion Inn, Chalgrove, Oxfordshire
5 stars
David Swann(28th February 2014)

A nicely lit shot with appealing colours

De Montfort House, Fry's Island, Reading
4 stars
David Swann(27th February 2014)

Interesting location and detailed information

Uffington
5 stars
David Swann(27th February 2014)

Lovely contrast between light and shade added to by the snowdrops

Nature & Industry @ St Agnes
5 stars
David Swann(26th February 2014)

These fragments of an industrial past blend in with the local geology

5 stars
David Swann(26th February 2014)

A well taken shot of an eye-catching building

West Deeping
5 stars
David Swann(25th February 2014)

A pleasant scene with a nicely graduated sky

Halnaker Windmill
5 stars
David Swann(25th February 2014)

A nice shot with the windmill well placed in the frame

Lyndon
5 stars
David Swann(24th February 2014)

The lighting brings out form and texture in this attractive thatched building

West Lulworth
5 stars
David Swann(24th February 2014)

The processing has brought out detail in the shadow areas of the dominant rock formation

West Lulworth
5 stars
David Swann(24th February 2014)

A good composition using the fence as foreground

5 stars
David Swann(23rd February 2014)

An interesting find

Moon over Eastbourne pier
5 stars
David Swann(23rd February 2014)

An effective low light shot

Normanton
5 stars
David Swann(22nd February 2014)

The graduated sky lends atmosphere to this scene

Uffington
5 stars
David Swann(22nd February 2014)

A good composition, nicely framed by the trees, and with the added interest of the snowdrops

Newcastle upon Tyne Central Arcade
5 stars
David Swann(21st February 2014)

The lamp lights set of this lovely building

Hellidon Lake
5 stars
David Swann(21st February 2014)

Good use of colours and textures

Scotney castle
5 stars
David Swann(21st February 2014)

A photogenic location

Bourne
5 stars
David Swann(21st February 2014)

A nicely lit chapel with lots of historical detal

Ashwell
5 stars
David Swann(20th February 2014)

The warm lighting has added richness to the wooden pews, tiles and carpet.

Godrevy Lighthouse and Waves on Rocks
5 stars
David Swann(19th February 2014)

A very well taken and timed shot retaining detail in the highlights

Castle Acre Priory
5 stars
David Swann(19th February 2014)

A good composition using the arch to frame the surroundings

Castle Acre Priory
5 stars
David Swann(19th February 2014)

Very contrasty lighting but you have kept detail in the shadow areas; excellent information

Scarborough Castle
5 stars
David Swann(18th February 2014)

Top marks for a different approach

5 stars
David Swann(18th February 2014)

An only too familiar scene this winter

Spring at Botallack
5 stars
David Swann(18th February 2014)

A well balanced composition with the mines providing a focal point. There are lovely colours in the sea and the sky is very dynamic

Blossom Time in Bookham
5 stars
David Swann(17th February 2014)

A nicely framed springtime shot

Castle Acre Castle
5 stars
David Swann(17th February 2014)

Great use of the shadows and the two figures are ideally placed

Whichford village
5 stars
David Swann(17th February 2014)

A colourful scene, especially the blue reflected in the stream

Blea Tarn and Meadows
5 stars
David Swann(17th February 2014)

The wildflowers in the foreground and the single white cloud add to this tranquil landscape

Holy Island, Northumberland
5 stars
David Swann(17th February 2014)

The colours and textures in the foreground make this shot a good one

Dry Cleaning Machine not Dry Cleaning
4 stars
David Swann(16th February 2014)

Looks like someones got the washday blues!

Woodland B Road
5 stars
David Swann(16th February 2014)

Good use of the greens in the overhanging trees; the white line the road plays a large part in this composition

NT Jewel - Ightham Mote
5 stars
David Swann(16th February 2014)

Very well taken in lovely lighting

Tom
5 stars
David Swann(16th February 2014)

Colour would not have done justice to this excellent and timely shot

Sunset at Seven Sisters, Sussex
5 stars
David Swann(16th February 2014)

Very warm lighting. The rock pools add balance to the main subject - the iconic cliffs

Top of Wrynose Pass
5 stars
David Swann(16th February 2014)

An impressive landscape with saturated colours

Derwent Valley Dam
5 stars
David Swann(16th February 2014)

Great composition and detail with a nice contrast between the two structures - one in the light the other in shadow

Boats in St Ives Harbour
5 stars
David Swann(16th February 2014)

Very dramatic lighting and cloud formations

A view from Piddington towards Barn Wood
4 stars
David Swann(16th February 2014)

An unusual perspective

Fields and Fells of Yorkshire Dales
5 stars
David Swann(16th February 2014)

The dry stone walls and the barns add substance to this landscape

Tree Reflections – Guildford
5 stars
David Swann(14th February 2014)

A tranquil scene

Beamish Open Air Museum
5 stars
David Swann(14th February 2014)

A good shot of this interesting traction engine

Arlington court
5 stars
David Swann(14th February 2014)

An attractive and colourful scene

Grasmere Lake, Cumbria
5 stars
David Swann(14th February 2014)

The graphic nature of the foreground branch contrasts well with the softer landscape and reflections

Chapel le Dale, North Yorkshire Dales
5 stars
David Swann(14th February 2014)

This typical Dales scene has good side-lighting

Grasmere, Vale, Cumbria
5 stars
David Swann(14th February 2014)

A super landscape with almost a 3-D effect;

Lingcove Bridge, Eskdale, Cumbria
5 stars
David Swann(14th February 2014)

A nicely composed shot with a lovely blend of colours

Guildford Castle
5 stars
David Swann(14th February 2014)

The framing sets off the castle very well

Chapel-en-le-Frith, Eccles Pike - Sunset
5 stars
David Swann(13th February 2014)

An excellent shot

Sunset at Beadnell
5 stars
David Swann(13th February 2014)

A pleasing sunset and harbour scene

River Great Ouse, Ely, Cambridgeshire
5 stars
David Swann(13th February 2014)

Another excellent shot with wonderful simplicity

River Great Ouse, Ely, Cambridgeshire
5 stars
David Swann(13th February 2014)

A lovely shot with a dreamlike feel to it

The Natural History Museum, London
5 stars
David Swann(13th February 2014)

An intriguing shot with very interesting architectural shapes

Roker Pier, Sunderland
5 stars
David Swann(13th February 2014)

An excellent silhouette with the sun not too dominant in the frame

Kynance Cove, Cornwall
5 stars
David Swann(13th February 2014)

A good panoramic coastal shot

5 stars
David Swann(13th February 2014)

What a difference a bit of steam makes!

Horsey windpump
5 stars
David Swann(12th February 2014)

As this shot shows silhouettes and windmills compliment each other

St Margarets Church
5 stars
David Swann(12th February 2014)

An unusual design for a church, well taken

Chocolate Box
5 stars
David Swann(12th February 2014)

A small aperture has brought nice depth to this attractive scene

Otterhead lakes
4 stars
David Swann(12th February 2014)

Snowdrops are usually the first signs of spring and hope for better days, but for many this year is bringing only desperation

Shimmering Light, Second Severn Crossing,
5 stars
David Swann(11th February 2014)

Dramatic lighting with a great spotlight effect.

Tallington
5 stars
David Swann(11th February 2014)

Nice lighting and shadows suit this building

5 stars
David Swann(11th February 2014)

Tight framing emphasises the geometry of the bridge, and the artificial lighting is well matched to the natural light

5 stars
David Swann(11th February 2014)

Excellent use of the reflections

The Sussex Valley
5 stars
David Swann(11th February 2014)

A well balanced composition using the track and gate to lead into the landscape

Edinburgh, Arthur's Seat, Kirkyard
4 stars
David Swann(11th February 2014)

A good picture of the churchyard with 'Arthur's Seat' looming behind it

Sunrise on Lymington River
5 stars
David Swann(10th February 2014)

An excellent picture with the low sun reflecting off the water and the side of the boat; the muted colours of the morning and the grey sky are lifted by the warm light of the sunrise

Windmill
5 stars
David Swann(10th February 2014)

Very nice shot with the white sails and features of the windmill contrasted against the darker sky

Village  Church
5 stars
David Swann(10th February 2014)

An attractive winter scene

The Cottage
4 stars
David Swann(9th February 2014)

A rural scene that could typify 'England'

Melrose Abbey, Scottish Borders, Scotland
5 stars
David Swann(9th February 2014)

This shot picks out the details in the abbey stonework very nicely

5 stars
David Swann(8th February 2014)

An interesting country house

Sunderland, Roker Pier
5 stars
David Swann(8th February 2014)

A lovely sunset with the low light adding depth to the shadows. The single figure with it's unusually long shadow brings scale to the scene

Dewent Water after a storm
5 stars
David Swann(7th February 2014)

Plenty of mood and atmosphere in this almost monochrome shot

Easton on the Hill
5 stars
David Swann(7th February 2014)

A nicely exposed interior shot

Batsford Manor
5 stars
David Swann(7th February 2014)

An interesting building, well taken

Taunton
5 stars
David Swann(6th February 2014)

A good record of the consequences of this winter's exceptional weather

Peace at Roker
5 stars
David Swann(6th February 2014)

There are some nice colours in this dawn/dusk shot

5 stars
David Swann(5th February 2014)

Well taken with the trees and path leading to a central 'vanishing point'

Bourne
5 stars
David Swann(5th February 2014)

Considering the focal length and the shutter speed this shot is very sharp just where it should be

Farne Islands
5 stars
David Swann(5th February 2014)

A nice shot from one of my favourite places

5 stars
David Swann(5th February 2014)

Sometimes there is no alternative to making a feature of converging verticals like this

Lincolnshire
5 stars
David Swann(4th February 2014)

Very dramatic lighting highlighting the bridge

Rutland
5 stars
David Swann(4th February 2014)

Lovely colours, especially the way the foreground colour is repeated in the building

Old Mill at Dunham Massey
5 stars
David Swann(4th February 2014)

A good record shot of the mill

The flight
5 stars
David Swann(4th February 2014)

Yoiu have done well to catch the geese in flight just above the tree line

Sunrise over Marsden Rock
5 stars
David Swann(4th February 2014)

Lovely dawn light captured in the sky and reflected in the shoreline

Little Angel
5 stars
David Swann(4th February 2014)

The lighting has brought out the texture and character of the stonework without losing detail in the shadows

Easton on the Hill
5 stars
David Swann(3rd February 2014)

A nicely lit churchyard scene; the side lighting adds contrast to the picture

Rydal Water and NabScar
5 stars
David Swann(3rd February 2014)

The white buildings provide a good focal point, and give a sense of scale to this landscape

Winter Robin
5 stars
David Swann(3rd February 2014)

Your robin shows up well against the defocussed background

Liverpool, Albert Dock
5 stars
David Swann(2nd February 2014)

A clean composition with strong reflectiond

Autumn Colours
5 stars
David Swann(2nd February 2014)

A good shot showing the variation of colours in the scene

St Margarets Church
5 stars
David Swann(2nd February 2014)

The lovely mellow colours of the stonework contrast very nicely with the bold grey/blue of the sky

5 stars
David Swann(1st February 2014)

A good composition making full use of the reflections

Rydal Water Wall
5 stars
David Swann(1st February 2014)

An interesting miniature 'landscape'

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(31st January 2014)

A very good night shot

Some where over the rainbow near Fordingbridge...
5 stars
David Swann(31st January 2014)

An excellent example of the rewards for always carrying a camera

Kirkstile Inn
5 stars
David Swann(31st January 2014)

An interesting setting with the fell top dominating the inn

West Pentire, Polly Joke
5 stars
David Swann(30th January 2014)

A pleasing beach scene

Wetlands
5 stars
David Swann(30th January 2014)

This picture defines 'wetland' extremely well

Liverpool Albert Dock
5 stars
David Swann(30th January 2014)

Excellent reflections

Long Crendon, Buckinghamshire
5 stars
David Swann(30th January 2014)

Another clean and effective composition

Newbury, Berkshire
5 stars
David Swann(30th January 2014)

A simple composition with terrific blocks of colour

5 stars
David Swann(29th January 2014)

An attractive shot with the rainbow adding to the lovely lighting

Kenilworth Castle
5 stars
David Swann(29th January 2014)

Looks like a popular attraction for visitors

Silbury Hill, Wiltshire
5 stars
David Swann(29th January 2014)

The mists brings a touch of intrigue to this ancient site

5 stars
David Swann(28th January 2014)

Well composed with an effective slow shutter speed

Loch Tay
5 stars
David Swann(28th January 2014)

A pleasant landscape with natural colours

Brill, Buckinghamshire
5 stars
David Swann(28th January 2014)

A very effective silhouette combined with the wispy clouds and setting sun; well taken

Enys garden, nr Penryn, Cornwall
5 stars
David Swann(28th January 2014)

A lovely splash of natural colour

Oakham
5 stars
David Swann(27th January 2014)

Nice warm tones in this shot

Oakham
5 stars
David Swann(27th January 2014)

The strong side-lighting emphasises the architecture of the church

Bridge House Ambleside 3-10-13
5 stars
David Swann(27th January 2014)

A well known landmark well presented

Holme next the Sea
5 stars
David Swann(27th January 2014)

The lighting nicely brings out the shapes and tones of the landscape

Skye - The Cuillin from Sligachan
5 stars
David Swann(27th January 2014)

A dramatic scene in which the strong colours of the processing work well

Skye - Sligachan
5 stars
David Swann(27th January 2014)

An interesting landscape with the stream, rocks, and highlights all leading to the distant peak

Country view
5 stars
David Swann(27th January 2014)

A pleasing scene which we all long for at the end of January

Puttsborough Sands
5 stars
David Swann(27th January 2014)

Nice use of the foreground flowers to add colour and interest

5 stars
David Swann(26th January 2014)

A nicely balanced composition and complimentary colours make this close-up shot

Crosby Beach -
5 stars
David Swann(26th January 2014)

The central silhouetted figure against the sky and textures of the beach makes an eye-catching picture

5 stars
David Swann(26th January 2014)

Successful use of geometry, colours, artificial lighting and reflections. Well taken.

The Kent Estuary near Arnside, Lancs
5 stars
David Swann(26th January 2014)

A good landscape making the most of the natural shapes and reflections

As evening falls on Piccadilly Circus.
5 stars
David Swann(25th January 2014)

You have a very appealing and interesting image here

Rydal Water looking west
5 stars
David Swann(25th January 2014)

The colours help this tranquil shot

Rydal Wood footpath
5 stars
David Swann(25th January 2014)

A nice scene, it's not just vast landscapes that show off our green and pleasant land

Hellidon churchyard
5 stars
David Swann(25th January 2014)

Atmospheric lighting. I do live next to a churchyard, the neighbours are very quiet.

VW Beach hut in Broadstairs
4 stars
David Swann(25th January 2014)

A quirky subject

Duddington
5 stars
David Swann(25th January 2014)

A good set of evening shots,Zbig

Sunrise
5 stars
David Swann(25th January 2014)

You have captured the power of steam in this shot

Odiham Castle, Hook, Hampshire
5 stars
David Swann(25th January 2014)

A good composition with pleasant side lighting

A quiet pint in Huddersfield.
5 stars
David Swann(24th January 2014)

An excellent shot with a narrative of its own. The retained colour is very effective. The man's pose and the empty glass suggest he may be here for some time.

Newnham Sunset
5 stars
David Swann(24th January 2014)

The tree makes an interesting silhouette against the setting sun; well taken

Vertigo in Stoke D'Abernon
5 stars
David Swann(22nd January 2014)

Good shot, nicely exposed with saturated colours

Thornham Ovey Staithe sunrise
5 stars
David Swann(22nd January 2014)

A great shot, lovely colours

Flooding by the River Rother
5 stars
David Swann(22nd January 2014)

Lovely shot making good use of the fence posts to fill a space and act as a lead-in

River and Lake, West Stow Country Park
5 stars
David Swann(22nd January 2014)

A fine atmospheric scene

5 stars
David Swann(22nd January 2014)

Very nice early morning shot

5 stars
David Swann(22nd January 2014)

A nicely taken shot making a feature of the lighthouse

Stonehenge at sundown
5 stars
David Swann(20th January 2014)

Another dramatic and impelling image

Lonely Tree
5 stars
David Swann(20th January 2014)

An excellent image

Chevin Woods near Otley, West Yorkshire
5 stars
David Swann(20th January 2014)

An evocative image

Rydal Water Boathouse 1   2-10-13
5 stars
David Swann(20th January 2014)

The colours contribute to a very tranquil scene

Silk Mill
5 stars
David Swann(20th January 2014)

An impelling image

Rydal Water 2-10-13
5 stars
David Swann(20th January 2014)

Very well composed and framed with the path providing a nice lead-in

Lincoln Cathedral, the vault
5 stars
David Swann(20th January 2014)

An interesting symmetrical image

Angel of the North in Gateshead.
5 stars
David Swann(20th January 2014)

An eye-catching image

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(20th January 2014)

Another strong set of pictures, Zbig

5 stars
David Swann(19th January 2014)

An excellent night shot

5 stars
David Swann(19th January 2014)

An immaculate shot, very well taken

River Great Ouse, Ely, Cambridgeshire
5 stars
David Swann(19th January 2014)

Excellent sunset and silhouettes

5 stars
David Swann(19th January 2014)

The warm colours stand out in the soft lighting

5 stars
David Swann(19th January 2014)

An appealing subject and nice lighting

Weymouth Harbour at dusk
5 stars
David Swann(19th January 2014)

An attractive balance between natural evening light and artificial lighting

The jetty at Lahore Falls, Derwentwater. The Lake District.
5 stars
David Swann(19th January 2014)

Lovely symmetry offset by the jetty

River Thame,  Mossley
5 stars
David Swann(19th January 2014)

Well composed; it is unusual to see colours which are more intense in the reflection than in what is being reflected.

Stokesay Castle
5 stars
David Swann(18th January 2014)

A well balanced composition

Cottage
5 stars
David Swann(18th January 2014)

Another good set of village architecture

Broadford, Isle of Skye
5 stars
David Swann(18th January 2014)

Concealing the sun and reflection behind the branches has created a lovely warm glow in the centre of the picture. Well taken, William.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
5 stars
David Swann(17th January 2014)

A great shot Zbig of this impressive vessel

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
5 stars
David Swann(17th January 2014)

NIcely saturated colours and strong composition work well here

Cottage
5 stars
David Swann(17th January 2014)

Good lighting, lovely stonework and thatch, all make make an appealing picture

Leith Street
4 stars
David Swann(17th January 2014)

The powdered snow and the unusual framing make this an interesting shot

In the balance
4 stars
David Swann(17th January 2014)

This shot brings new meaning to the word 'T-junction'

Rye
5 stars
David Swann(16th January 2014)

An interesting looking pub, Fred

Saltburn Pier and Fernicular
5 stars
David Swann(16th January 2014)

Great depth in this colourful wide angle shot; welcome to POE

Quantock Hills
5 stars
David Swann(16th January 2014)

A lovely scene with nice side-lighting

Stirling Castle (from the Air) March 2010
5 stars
David Swann(16th January 2014)

An excellent aerial picture; welcome to POE

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(16th January 2014)

A striking sunset with the sun's reflection spreading over the water

Ampleforth Abbey and College
5 stars
David Swann(16th January 2014)

An effective mono/colour combination, the splash of red lifts the picture

Storm at Hartlepool
5 stars
David Swann(16th January 2014)

Excellently caught wave action, very well exposed, with the dark sky adding a sense of drama

Hartlepool Town Wall
4 stars
David Swann(16th January 2014)

Good strong colours

5 stars
David Swann(15th January 2014)

Interesting geology; I have a piece of flint from St.Margerets not too far from here.

Whissendine
5 stars
David Swann(15th January 2014)

An impressive interior

Whissendine
5 stars
David Swann(15th January 2014)

A strong and colourful image with excellent side-lighting

Dochart Falls
5 stars
David Swann(15th January 2014)

A lovely area; I remember camping here when I was very young.

5 stars
David Swann(15th January 2014)

The structure has provided you with a good image

5 stars
David Swann(15th January 2014)

Nice lighting and shadows.

Barn 1
5 stars
David Swann(14th January 2014)

A good shot, the top section would lend itself to a nice square crop

The Natural History Museum
5 stars
David Swann(14th January 2014)

A detailed interior with the exposure spot on

Red Library
5 stars
David Swann(14th January 2014)

A very detailed interior with vivid colours

Knock Murton
5 stars
David Swann(14th January 2014)

Nice picture with the path and the fence drawing the eye into the frame

Winter Robin
5 stars
David Swann(13th January 2014)

Who can resist a cute robin picture?

Montgomery Castle
5 stars
David Swann(13th January 2014)

A well considered panoramic style shot

Waiting for the sun M48 bridge, Chepstow
5 stars
David Swann(13th January 2014)

This shot is more subtle but just as good as those which include the sun

Golden Ball on the Bridge M48 Chepstow
5 stars
David Swann(13th January 2014)

I like your variations on a theme, quite impressive

Quantock Hills
5 stars
David Swann(13th January 2014)

A very nice picture with the long shadows and background haze

Stock Ghyll 2-10-13
5 stars
David Swann(13th January 2014)

A well taken shot showing the character of the place

End of season maintenance
5 stars
David Swann(13th January 2014)

An alternative subject from all that romantic scenery

Evening Sky
5 stars
David Swann(13th January 2014)

An interesting winter sky set off by the foreground silhouettes

5 stars
David Swann(12th January 2014)

Hope your not tempting fate John!

5 stars
David Swann(12th January 2014)

A well taken shot

Burghley House
5 stars
David Swann(12th January 2014)

An outstanding silhouette, Zbig

Burton Dassett
5 stars
David Swann(12th January 2014)

A very effective shot

Pines
5 stars
David Swann(11th January 2014)

A good shot of this stand of trees

St Mary Magdalene Church
5 stars
David Swann(11th January 2014)

An attractive church taken in good lighting

The Orangery
5 stars
David Swann(11th January 2014)

A great shot of this ornamental garden

river aire knottingley
5 stars
David Swann(11th January 2014)

Good colours in this well taken shot

Whissendine
5 stars
David Swann(11th January 2014)

Excellent windmill picture with the white sails contrasted with the deep blue of the sky

5 stars
David Swann(11th January 2014)

Good framing in this old v. new shot

Flooded footpath near Caversham Weir
5 stars
David Swann(11th January 2014)

Very relevant record shots

Chard
5 stars
David Swann(10th January 2014)

Well taken, the subject suits the square crop

Duddington
5 stars
David Swann(10th January 2014)

An early start pays off with an atmospheric and almost sepia toned scene

Collyweston
5 stars
David Swann(10th January 2014)

Nice soft light with the mist adding perspective

The Big Question
5 stars
David Swann(9th January 2014)

A 'spooky' picture open to interpretation and misinterpretation

Stour Valley Winter, Shillingstone.
5 stars
David Swann(9th January 2014)

A lovely sky

Santa Pod Raceway
5 stars
David Swann(9th January 2014)

A well timed shot

Santa Pod Raceway
5 stars
David Swann(9th January 2014)

A distinctive vehicle and a nice bit of panning gives a sense of speed

5 stars
David Swann(9th January 2014)

You definitely have the horse's attention. I have compact cameras with a similar zoom range and even handheld they are capable of quite sharp results.

Battle
5 stars
David Swann(8th January 2014)

Another ancient building losing the 'battle' with modern times

Old and the New, Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(8th January 2014)

There is a sense here of the 'old' being overwhelmed by the 'new' and the inevitable march of 'progress'. A very interesting narrative.

Roker delight
5 stars
David Swann(7th January 2014)

This shot has a lot going for it, and would be even better with a level horizon

Chard
5 stars
David Swann(7th January 2014)

An interesting skyline

'Estuary Sunrise', Chepstow
5 stars
David Swann(7th January 2014)

Intriguing early morning light

Holy Cross churchyard
5 stars
David Swann(6th January 2014)

A nicely composed scene

Sunrise over England
5 stars
David Swann(6th January 2014)

A beautiful sky

Oakham
5 stars
David Swann(5th January 2014)

An unusual structure with nice mellow colours

Shenton
5 stars
David Swann(5th January 2014)

Very nice combination of an interesting sky and the lone tree

Sour Milk Ghyl
5 stars
David Swann(5th January 2014)

The water adds interest to this remote looking landscape

St Bees
5 stars
David Swann(5th January 2014)

This picture is simplified by the overall green colours and the small figure in red provides a focal point

Cannock Chase
5 stars
David Swann(4th January 2014)

The line of trees and their reflections work well with the moody colours

Wansford
5 stars
David Swann(4th January 2014)

Another well lit and exposed picture

Wansford
5 stars
David Swann(4th January 2014)

Good lighting, composition and colour

Draycote Water
5 stars
David Swann(4th January 2014)

Attractive warm colours

Cannock Chase
5 stars
David Swann(4th January 2014)

The diagonal shadows and excellent exposure make this shot

Grand union canal
5 stars
David Swann(4th January 2014)

A well lit scene with lovely shadows and a nice splash of red

Cannock Chase
5 stars
David Swann(4th January 2014)

Very hot colours in this effective 'into the light' shot

Scarbourough harbour
5 stars
David Swann(2nd January 2014)

The soft tones and lighting make this an appealing picture

Bridlington
5 stars
David Swann(2nd January 2014)

A clean composition with some appealing pastel colours

The Mermaid On The Roof
5 stars
David Swann(2nd January 2014)

An interesting feature, well seen

Hambledon and Hursley Hunt
5 stars
David Swann(2nd January 2014)

The foreshortening of the long lens coupled with the dramatic side-lighting has transformed an already photogenic scene into a tremendous shot. Very well done, Mark.

St Martins
5 stars
David Swann(2nd January 2014)

A clean effective shot with accurate vertical lines

Bridlington
5 stars
David Swann(2nd January 2014)

The warm lamplight contrasts very well with the cool tones of the natural light to make an appealing scene

Far Easedale sheep 3
5 stars
David Swann(2nd January 2014)

The sheep make a great addition to this landscape

Barn near Far Easedale
5 stars
David Swann(2nd January 2014)

The barn blends so well into the landscape, nicely taken

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(2nd January 2014)

Lovely morning glow and moody sky with plenty of detail on the water surface

Eagle Owl
5 stars
David Swann(2nd January 2014)

Nicely taken, love the eyes!

Robin hood Bay
5 stars
David Swann(2nd January 2014)

There are some lovely tones in this shot and perfect movement in the water

Whitwell
5 stars
David Swann(2nd January 2014)

An attractive scene with mellow lighting

Arne RSPB Reserve
5 stars
David Swann(2nd January 2014)

A good shot into the light with the trees, shadows, and colours making a fine picture

'Golden Gate', M48 Severn Bridge, Chepstow.
5 stars
David Swann(2nd January 2014)

Excellent use of the graphic lines of the bridge against the golden sky

Burley
5 stars
David Swann(29th December 2013)

Nice lighting and a well taken shot

Misty morning
5 stars
David Swann(29th December 2013)

Another shot making the most of the prevailing conditions

The Goyt Valley
5 stars
David Swann(29th December 2013)

An excellent shot with just enough colour and definition in the foreground leaves with the mist providing lovely regression

Burley
5 stars
David Swann(29th December 2013)

Stained glass is one of my favourite subjects; this has been taken at the right time avoiding contrasty lighting

Stour Valley Winter, Dorset.
5 stars
David Swann(29th December 2013)

This shot shows off the horizontal lines of the clouds and landscape against the vertical lines of the tree

Stour Valley Winter, Dorset.
5 stars
David Swann(29th December 2013)

Lovely lighting and colours with the mist adding an extra dimension

Weston-Super-Mare, pier
5 stars
David Swann(29th December 2013)

The figures add balance to the strong lines of the pier

Stockton reservoir
5 stars
David Swann(29th December 2013)

You have captured the essence of this place in the contrast of warm and cool colours

Atherstone
5 stars
David Swann(29th December 2013)

An excellent early morning shot with lovely reflections

Duddington
5 stars
David Swann(29th December 2013)

Lovely misty warm lighting Zbig; thank you for your good wishes

I Gotta Give This Lark Up !!
5 stars
David Swann(29th December 2013)

An appropriate picture with a good story

Axmouth
5 stars
David Swann(24th December 2013)

An appealing picture

Christmas shoppers
5 stars
David Swann(24th December 2013)

The side lighting and the pavement reflections add something to this shot

Surfing at Bournemouth
5 stars
David Swann(24th December 2013)

A well taken and timed shot

Eskdale view
5 stars
David Swann(24th December 2013)

Some say gates should be open in a photograph for best effect, but this shot suggests otherwise. A lovely scene.

Eskdale ramble
5 stars
David Swann(24th December 2013)

An appealing Lakeland scene with lots of interest from the blossom on the left to the fell top on the right

4 stars
David Swann(24th December 2013)

An interesting lighting system

Snowy Sheep !
5 stars
David Swann(23rd December 2013)

Excellent winter scene, reminiscent of a well known Christmas card

St Mary The Virgin Church
5 stars
David Swann(22nd December 2013)

The backlighting has emphasised the frost and brought out the wintery nature of the scene

Happy Christmas
5 stars
David Swann(22nd December 2013)

A very seasonal subject; best wishes.

Blue Eyes, Thames at Windsor
5 stars
David Swann(22nd December 2013)

Very well seen and taken; this makes a great subject especially with the colour returned to the eyes and lips.

5 stars
David Swann(22nd December 2013)

Very appropriate and best wishes

4 stars
David Swann(22nd December 2013)

Your pictures bring out the moorland nature of the landscape

Lytham St Anne's sunset last year 2012
5 stars
David Swann(22nd December 2013)

As I often tread this wooden slipway/walkway down to the the edge of the estuary (tides permitting), I can appreciate the work you have put into this shot. Much better than just another picture of the windmill.

Inside St Edmundsbury Cathedral
4 stars
David Swann(22nd December 2013)

A good interior shot

Walking With The Aliens
5 stars
David Swann(22nd December 2013)

The passers-by don't seem too interested in the 'aliens'.

Forth Rail Bridge
5 stars
David Swann(21st December 2013)

A very well taken night shot with attractive reflections

Clipsham
5 stars
David Swann(20th December 2013)

Good autumnal colours

Barbirolli bust, Bridgewater Hall, Manchester.
5 stars
David Swann(20th December 2013)

The mono conversion has added strength to the sculpture

Alton Towers Theme Park
5 stars
David Swann(19th December 2013)

A well taken shot

Alton Towers Theme Park
5 stars
David Swann(19th December 2013)

The young child adds scale to this scene

Chard
5 stars
David Swann(19th December 2013)

The mist adds great atmosphere to this shot

4 stars
David Swann(18th December 2013)

The cloudy aura around the moon and star trails work quite well

Winter Sunrise at Roker
5 stars
David Swann(18th December 2013)

Lovely colours captured in this sunset

Morning Mist
5 stars
David Swann(17th December 2013)

A simple and effective composition

Burghley House
5 stars
David Swann(17th December 2013)

Another set of excellent silhouettes, Zbig

Roker Robin
5 stars
David Swann(17th December 2013)

Merry Christmas to you too, Ray

The Sky over Newark Sugar Beet Factory
5 stars
David Swann(17th December 2013)

An excellent silhouette set against a vivid sky

The lake at Nidd, winter.
5 stars
David Swann(16th December 2013)

An attractive scene

Museum Of Liverpool
5 stars
David Swann(16th December 2013)

Very strong geometric composition emphasised by the wide angle lens

Burley
5 stars
David Swann(16th December 2013)

A nicely framed shot

5 stars
David Swann(15th December 2013)

A very bleak scene, you can almost feel the wind

Twilight in the Naddle Valley
5 stars
David Swann(15th December 2013)

There is lots of warmth captured in this evening shot

Fareham Town Quay
5 stars
David Swann(15th December 2013)

The soft morning light adds tranquility to this scene

Fareham Creek and Moorings
5 stars
David Swann(15th December 2013)

An attractive early morning shot especially with the added interest of the golfers and the flock of birds

Falmouth coastline
4 stars
David Swann(14th December 2013)

Well lit shot, I think the 'window' is meant to represent the Cornish flag

Chapel St Leonards
4 stars
David Swann(14th December 2013)

These beach huts make colourful subjects

Cambridge
5 stars
David Swann(13th December 2013)

A strong composition with warm lighting

Cambridge
5 stars
David Swann(13th December 2013)

Nicely taken, the figure makes a good focal point

Hastings
5 stars
David Swann(12th December 2013)

Another example of the varied architecture of Hastings

London
5 stars
David Swann(12th December 2013)

A very colourful and impressive evening shot

Swithland
5 stars
David Swann(12th December 2013)

This shot has a timeless feeling

Swithland
5 stars
David Swann(12th December 2013)

The fisherman provides a focal point for this attractive scene

Chard
4 stars
David Swann(11th December 2013)

Vince is right because this fungus is actually called the Stinkhorn.

Hurst Castle
5 stars
David Swann(11th December 2013)

These swans have a look of determination

5 stars
David Swann(11th December 2013)

A simple composition with a sense of remoteness about it

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(11th December 2013)

A very fiery and vivid evening sky

Burghley House
5 stars
David Swann(11th December 2013)

This skyline is just made for a silhouette

Sunrise and Severn Bridge, Chepstow.
5 stars
David Swann(10th December 2013)

A lovely early morning shot

Bradgate Park
5 stars
David Swann(10th December 2013)

Another well composed and colourful landscape

Bradgate Park
5 stars
David Swann(10th December 2013)

This landscape works because of the low side lighting and saturated colours

Bradgate Park
5 stars
David Swann(10th December 2013)

A clean effective composition with strong colours

National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth
4 stars
David Swann(9th December 2013)

Interesting aquarium shots

Bradgate Park
5 stars
David Swann(9th December 2013)

A moody landscape, well taken

Bradgate Park
5 stars
David Swann(8th December 2013)

A fine landscape with the hues of autumn

Bradgate Park
5 stars
David Swann(8th December 2013)

A strong colourful landscape

Bradgate Park
5 stars
David Swann(8th December 2013)

A picture of contrasts of light and colours

The morning after the storm in Lowestoft
5 stars
David Swann(8th December 2013)

Very dramatic, but not a place I would choose to stand

Rushden Railway Station
4 stars
David Swann(7th December 2013)

Very appropriate

Rolling waves
5 stars
David Swann(6th December 2013)

A powerful seascape

Sunset on Curbar Edge 5
5 stars
David Swann(5th December 2013)

A lovely set of evening skies

Sunset on Curbar Edge 1
5 stars
David Swann(5th December 2013)

Low side lighting and the ideally placed figures make this shot

River Dee
5 stars
David Swann(5th December 2013)

The strong foreground adds depth to this appealing landscape shot

Helm Crag Summit 2
5 stars
David Swann(4th December 2013)

A good landscape with nicely muted colours

Duddington
5 stars
David Swann(4th December 2013)

Excellent soft and hazy lighting

5 stars
David Swann(4th December 2013)

This is a sublime and inspiring landscape from the wonderful colour and texture of the heather in the foreground, the light and shade in the centre, and the pronounced shape of the Topping sitting on the third. The golden light and the dramatic sky are superb. You would be hard pressed to find a better landscape than this.

'Freedom' - Marske-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire.
5 stars
David Swann(4th December 2013)

Very good use of lines and shapes in a simple but effective composition, with the figure breaking the horizontal line and providing a focal point.

'Kimlinjo Sunrise' - Marske-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire.
5 stars
David Swann(4th December 2013)

A great reward for an early start! Lovely warm colours and a strong starburst, with the horizon well placed on the third. Excellent.

Duddington
5 stars
David Swann(3rd December 2013)

Another shot making excellent use of the morning light

Duddington
5 stars
David Swann(3rd December 2013)

Lovely silhouette in the golden morning light

'Into the Deep' - Staithes, North Yorkshire
5 stars
David Swann(3rd December 2013)

Another good shot made by the low wide angle, a slow shutter speed, and depth of colour.

'Potted Gold' - Staithes, North Yorkshire
5 stars
David Swann(3rd December 2013)

Great depth and warm low lighting combine for a powerful shot

Willow in winter
5 stars
David Swann(3rd December 2013)

An attractive scene with good foreground

Shiny Fruits
5 stars
David Swann(2nd December 2013)

An attention grabbing close up shot

The Telling of Time.
5 stars
David Swann(2nd December 2013)

Very well seen and taken, the web makes a perfect frame for the face.

Hellidon Lake
5 stars
David Swann(2nd December 2013)

A very strong silhouette

Burghley House
5 stars
David Swann(2nd December 2013)

An intriguing sky

Market Bosworth
5 stars
David Swann(2nd December 2013)

This shot is quite wonderful. Low strong lighting providing texture, lovely sunlit mist setting off the tree line, and a great sky.

Market Bosworth
5 stars
David Swann(2nd December 2013)

A gorgeous silhouette with golden light

5 stars
David Swann(2nd December 2013)

A simple but effective landscape

5 stars
David Swann(2nd December 2013)

Interesting lighting especially with the prominent blues

Kingsbury Water Park
5 stars
David Swann(1st December 2013)

Excellent composition of this autumnal sunrise/sunset capturing the mood and atmosphere of the scene

Kingsbury Water Park
5 stars
David Swann(1st December 2013)

An early morning shot with very appealing shapes and colours

King's Lynn
5 stars
David Swann(30th November 2013)

An interesting set of pictures

Pillar View
5 stars
David Swann(30th November 2013)

A good set of pictures in this lovely area

ansley
5 stars
David Swann(30th November 2013)

A picture of high contrast which suits the content

Ambleside piers 1
5 stars
David Swann(30th November 2013)

A nicely composed panoramic style picture; the three figures are well placed

Ambleside piers 2
5 stars
David Swann(30th November 2013)

An atmospheric picture with strong lighting effects

The Natural History Museum
5 stars
David Swann(30th November 2013)

An excellent wide-angle shot with intricate detail in the building

Lund Bridge
5 stars
David Swann(29th November 2013)

A secluded river scene, well taken

Millers Bridge Ambleside
5 stars
David Swann(29th November 2013)

This bridge has beauty of its own

Wansfell Pike
5 stars
David Swann(29th November 2013)

The house adds scale to this remote looking landscape

Wast water view
5 stars
David Swann(29th November 2013)

An attractive landscape with the lake reflecting the surrounding fells and sky

Northumberland sunset
5 stars
David Swann(28th November 2013)

An excellent shot of this striking sky

All Saints Bell, Maiden Bradley
5 stars
David Swann(28th November 2013)

Another interesting set of pictures

The River Hull, Low tide
5 stars
David Swann(28th November 2013)

This is a great shot with a lovely balance between natural and artificial light sources

5 stars
David Swann(28th November 2013)

A very pleasing shot with good lighting

Torquay Harbour
5 stars
David Swann(28th November 2013)

There's a lot going on here but the strong shapes of the bridge and wheel hold it together. The lighting has a Mediterranean feel.

County Boundary, Frome Road, Maiden Bradley
4 stars
David Swann(27th November 2013)

An interesting set of pictures, with lots of local detail. Welcome to POE.

Brecon Beacons National Park
4 stars
David Swann(27th November 2013)

A pleasant landscape

Gowbarrow rocks
5 stars
David Swann(26th November 2013)

A lovely autumnal landscape

Kenilworth Castle
5 stars
David Swann(26th November 2013)

A bold silhouette with the strong highlights in the sky creating a vignette effect

Kenilworth Castle
5 stars
David Swann(26th November 2013)

An impressive statue nicely isolated against the strong sky

5 stars
David Swann(26th November 2013)

An interesting detail shot

Fiddlers Ferry Power Station, Cuerdley Cross, Cheshire.
5 stars
David Swann(26th November 2013)

There is some very appealing tonality in this mono shot

Boscombe Pier
5 stars
David Swann(26th November 2013)

An excellent picture of the deserted pier

Boscombe Pier
5 stars
David Swann(26th November 2013)

Nice use of shapes and reflections which look good in the warm evening light

Boscombe Pier
5 stars
David Swann(26th November 2013)

A good composition with no distractions

Fallen Leaves at Nidd.
5 stars
David Swann(26th November 2013)

Yes well seen, the leaf almost resembles a bird's foot

Kingsbury Water Park
5 stars
David Swann(25th November 2013)

A good miniature 'landscape'

Gowbarrow 1
5 stars
David Swann(25th November 2013)

An impressive moody landscape made by the central shaft of light

Aira Force 1
5 stars
David Swann(25th November 2013)

Lovely subject, well taken

Scarborough
5 stars
David Swann(25th November 2013)

A well taken picture of the Marina with plenty of interest and good reflections

Dusk
5 stars
David Swann(25th November 2013)

A nice evening scene

Kingsbury Water Park
4 stars
David Swann(25th November 2013)

A well seen detail shot

Rough sea
4 stars
David Swann(25th November 2013)

A very well timed shot showing the power of the sea

Seaton
5 stars
David Swann(25th November 2013)

Good shot (this is either a merlin or a kestrel)

Fawsley Lake overflow
4 stars
David Swann(24th November 2013)

You must have a steady hand, Martin

Hastings
5 stars
David Swann(24th November 2013)

You have recorded the different styles of architecture nicely

Seaside view from the bay at Port Isaac
4 stars
David Swann(23rd November 2013)

A pleasing coastal shot

Lobster cages used in Port Isaac
4 stars
David Swann(23rd November 2013)

A good detail shot

Hastings
5 stars
David Swann(23rd November 2013)

An interesting scene, well taken

Calm again
5 stars
David Swann(23rd November 2013)

A well taken mono shot which has nicely depicted the time of day

Did I just Come Through A Wardrobe ?
4 stars
David Swann(22nd November 2013)

Something different!

Stanton village
5 stars
David Swann(22nd November 2013)

NIce soft lighting

Buchan Country Park
4 stars
David Swann(22nd November 2013)

Good use of the cloud reflections

Rutland
5 stars
David Swann(21st November 2013)

An attractive set using the colours of autumn

Ambleside No 89...
5 stars
David Swann(21st November 2013)

Nice composition with the boat well placed in the frame

Ambleside piers
5 stars
David Swann(21st November 2013)

A well framed shot

Bridge over the River Arun at Amberley
4 stars
David Swann(21st November 2013)

Interesting shot with the reeds following the lines of the bridge

St Michaels Church, Oulton Broad
5 stars
David Swann(20th November 2013)

This shot is a humdinger! Lovely lighting and colour on a beautiful building not to mention a superb composition with a great sky and shadows.

Mapledurham Watermill
4 stars
David Swann(20th November 2013)

An interesting building

Monument Bridge, Hull
5 stars
David Swann(20th November 2013)

Excellent lowlight shot and narrative

The Wye nearly at it's end, Chepstow.
5 stars
David Swann(20th November 2013)

A good natural and man-made landscape

Normanton
5 stars
David Swann(20th November 2013)

Beautiful building, sky, and reflection; great picture.

Birmingham
5 stars
David Swann(20th November 2013)

Well taken, it almost looks like the street is 'paved with gold'!

Church of St Peter
5 stars
David Swann(20th November 2013)

A very English scene and story

Just Passing By
5 stars
David Swann(19th November 2013)

This shot certainly emphasises the length of this boat

Skelghyll 14 Windermere
5 stars
David Swann(19th November 2013)

An impressive starburst

Skelghyll 13 Skelghyll woods
5 stars
David Swann(19th November 2013)

A wonderful scene, well taken

Lake View
5 stars
David Swann(19th November 2013)

An excellent shot of an idyllic landscape

Buttermere Cottage
5 stars
David Swann(19th November 2013)

An attractive shot of a lovely location

Birmingham
5 stars
David Swann(19th November 2013)

A good set of abstract pattern pictures

Barrowden
5 stars
David Swann(19th November 2013)

A eye-catching sunset

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(19th November 2013)

Amazing colour and lighting

Glastonbury Tor
5 stars
David Swann(19th November 2013)

The figure adds scale to this shot

5 stars
David Swann(19th November 2013)

Unfortunately most churches have to be locked these days

Hull
5 stars
David Swann(19th November 2013)

A well taken low light shot

Stour valley Autumn, Shillingstone.
5 stars
David Swann(18th November 2013)

A magnificent evening sky

Stour Valley Autumn, Shillingstone.
5 stars
David Swann(18th November 2013)

A lovely shot with a painterly feel

Hastings
5 stars
David Swann(18th November 2013)

The interesting viewpoint makes a pattern picture of the houses

The Fisherman in the Fall
5 stars
David Swann(18th November 2013)

The soft muted colours suit this autumnal setting

Skelghyll 9 towards High Skelghyll
5 stars
David Swann(18th November 2013)

A welcoming landscape with lots of interest from foreground to the distant hills

Lincolnshire
5 stars
David Swann(18th November 2013)

The character of this building has been brought out by the warm lighting

Captains Row, Lymington
5 stars
David Swann(18th November 2013)

Nice muted colours brought to life by the warm lamplight

A wonderful Sunset at Bexhill-on-Sea in East Sussex.
5 stars
David Swann(18th November 2013)

Very nice evening shot with lovely colours in the sea and sky

Summer in the Water Garden
5 stars
David Swann(17th November 2013)

A good set of the water garden

Skelghyll 3
5 stars
David Swann(17th November 2013)

A pleasing landscape with a nicely graduated sky

Tickencote
5 stars
David Swann(17th November 2013)

Lovely scene

Bradgate Park
5 stars
David Swann(17th November 2013)

Lovely portrait of this proud animal

Filey
5 stars
David Swann(17th November 2013)

A strong semi-silhouette

5 stars
David Swann(17th November 2013)

Good composition with a touch of autumn

Troutbeck 21
5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

The wall and signs make interesting subjects

Troutbeck 18
5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

Great picture with the impressive s-shaped lead-in lines provided by the lane and walls, not to mention the foreground shadows, and the fell acting as focal point

Trouibeck 17
5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

Exposing for the shadows means very pale highlights, but the gate and its shadow holds the picture together

5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

Details can sometimes say as much as the wider picture

5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

Very simple but very effective

Bournemouth
5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

Good perspective and a strong lead-in

Ferry Meadows Country Park
5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

Lovely evening shot, Zbig

Ferry Meadows Country Park
5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

An excellent 'trio' in attractive lighting

Curious sheep, The Lake District, Cumbria
5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

Another excellent shot

Stepping stones
5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

A lovely picture with the feel of a watercolour

St. Bartram's Bridge over the River Manifold, Ilam, Derbyshire
5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

A very attractive scene

View from top of the Malvern Hills
5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

Another interesting landscape with unusual colour effects

Malvern Hills, Worcestershire
5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

A fascinating landscape with eye-catching shapes and textures

Westonbirt Arboretum, Gloucestershire
5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

An attractive set of pictures showing autumn colours

5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

A simple but quite effective picture

langsett resevoir
5 stars
David Swann(16th November 2013)

Great contrast between highlights and shadows, and nice lighting on the water

5 stars
David Swann(15th November 2013)

Very well taken shot

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(15th November 2013)

A pleasing landscape with a great sky

Holy Trinity
5 stars
David Swann(15th November 2013)

The warm lighting brings out the colour and detail in this attractive church

London Motor Museum
5 stars
David Swann(15th November 2013)

A comprehensive set of colourful images from this interesting collection

Ibberton, Dorset.
5 stars
David Swann(14th November 2013)

A clean landscape with an interesting sky

St Ives
5 stars
David Swann(14th November 2013)

A good subject, well taken

Milton Abbas, Dorset
5 stars
David Swann(14th November 2013)

Yet another excellent shot

Milton Abbas, Dorset.
5 stars
David Swann(14th November 2013)

I have to agree with Ruth, a great set of pictures

Milton Abbas,Dorset.
5 stars
David Swann(14th November 2013)

An excellent autumn scene, very well composed

Pavilion gardens
5 stars
David Swann(14th November 2013)

Another nice shot

Pavilion gardens
5 stars
David Swann(14th November 2013)

A pleasing autumn scene with the river adding something extra

Milton Abbas, Dorset.
5 stars
David Swann(14th November 2013)

A lovely autumn scene

Milton Abbas, Dorset.
5 stars
David Swann(13th November 2013)

A strong set of pictures with good autumn colours

Troutbeck 10
5 stars
David Swann(13th November 2013)

A good range of shots in Troutbeck, the very first place I spent a holiday - it rained every day!

Tiverton
4 stars
David Swann(13th November 2013)

An elusive subject

The Abbey from the Firth of Forth
5 stars
David Swann(13th November 2013)

A nice shot with good information

Inchcolm Abbey
5 stars
David Swann(13th November 2013)

A good setting with interesting history

Lower Quay, Fareham
5 stars
David Swann(12th November 2013)

A good shot well balanced by the swans in the foreground

Black-headed Gull.
5 stars
David Swann(12th November 2013)

An excellent shot of this gull in flight

Warwick Castle
5 stars
David Swann(12th November 2013)

Lovely colours and a well chosen composition

Troutbeck 2
5 stars
David Swann(12th November 2013)

Excellent shot especially with the starburst effect

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(12th November 2013)

Good use of the morning light

The Ballroom
5 stars
David Swann(12th November 2013)

An appealing interior, well taken

4 stars
David Swann(12th November 2013)

A good owl portrait

Town Hall Clock Tower, Reading
5 stars
David Swann(11th November 2013)

A strong composition with sharp detail and saturated colours

Lincolnshire
5 stars
David Swann(11th November 2013)

The single red poppy against an out-of-focus background gives an almost 3-D effect, and is very relevant today.

Warwick Castle
5 stars
David Swann(11th November 2013)

An imposing structure well taken, and lifted by a splash of autumn colour

Nanny Lane
5 stars
David Swann(11th November 2013)

The figures provide a focal point and the shot would lose its interest without them

Nanny Lane 8
5 stars
David Swann(11th November 2013)

A typical Lakeland scene, well portrayed

Kingsbury Water Park
5 stars
David Swann(10th November 2013)

A good 'into the light' shot, with the sun concealed by the trees

Great Casterton
5 stars
David Swann(10th November 2013)

An eye-catching evening shot

Edinburgh
5 stars
David Swann(10th November 2013)

A good picture of this prominent structure

Burghley House
5 stars
David Swann(10th November 2013)

A nicely taken, well focused shot

Stour Valley Autumn
5 stars
David Swann(9th November 2013)

Indeed a lovely shot

Stour Valley Autumn
5 stars
David Swann(9th November 2013)

An appealing autumn scene

Stour Valley Autumn
5 stars
David Swann(9th November 2013)

Lovely picture with great lighting

5 stars
David Swann(9th November 2013)

An interesting set of shots at Styal, I particularly like this interior

Tickencote
5 stars
David Swann(9th November 2013)

An excellent autumn scene

Tickencote
5 stars
David Swann(9th November 2013)

A bold composition with saturated colours

Low tide
5 stars
David Swann(9th November 2013)

An appealing shot with the clouds nicely reflected in the water

Lymington Cottage
5 stars
David Swann(9th November 2013)

An attractive cottage, nice picture

Sea wall at Lymington
5 stars
David Swann(9th November 2013)

Well taken shot with warm colour and good reflections

Good morning
5 stars
David Swann(9th November 2013)

Interesting composition with good colours

Sunrise
5 stars
David Swann(9th November 2013)

Good dawn shot

5 stars
David Swann(9th November 2013)

An attention grabbing shot

Wansfell gate 2
5 stars
David Swann(7th November 2013)

Another effective conversion

Wansfell gate 1
5 stars
David Swann(7th November 2013)

I would think the straight colour shot of this would not be nearly so effective, well done

Newnham View
5 stars
David Swann(7th November 2013)

The mist and the frost make an excellent picture, set off nicely by the foreground tree

Everdon Stubbs in Autumn
5 stars
David Swann(7th November 2013)

Nice autumn colours with a lighter touch

Rutland
5 stars
David Swann(7th November 2013)

Lovely colours, Zbig

Rutland
5 stars
David Swann(7th November 2013)

A nice example of autumn colour

5 stars
David Swann(7th November 2013)

An excellent shot which suits the square format. Welcome to POE.

Hastings
4 stars
David Swann(7th November 2013)

A good shot with not much room for manoeuvre

Wansfell Pike Summit
5 stars
David Swann(7th November 2013)

A good panoramic view with detailed information

The Broadsman
5 stars
David Swann(7th November 2013)

Nicely taken, Martin

The Broadsman
5 stars
David Swann(7th November 2013)

Steam trains make appealing subjects

RAF Museum, London
5 stars
David Swann(5th November 2013)

A good set of pictures with strong colours and interesting detail shots

5 stars
David Swann(5th November 2013)

A good 'period' shot

RAF Museum, London
5 stars
David Swann(5th November 2013)

Another good shot of the air museum

Coventry Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(5th November 2013)

Another imposing structure; well handled exposure

Coventry
5 stars
David Swann(5th November 2013)

An imposing building;the picture is well balanced by including the lamp

The Kirkstone Pass
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

A good landscape shot

Birmingham
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

Very colourful low-light shots

Biddulph Grange NT in Autumn
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

A good set with bold autumn colours

Uffington
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

Another good set of pictures

Manton
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

Well taken shot with strong contrasts

Pumpkin Display, Kew Gardens
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

Very colourful, no doubting the season

LYMINGTON RIVER
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

Another excellent shot

A Walk by St. Michael's Mount
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

A very nice mono shot made by the foreground figures

STORM APPROACHING AT MILFORD ON SEA
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

A superb seascape

LOOKING TOWARDS THE ISLE OF WHITE
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

A well taken seascape

THE WHITEHOUSE MILFORD ON SEA
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

A simple composition with good elements

Ambleside from Wansfell 2
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

Great depth from foreground to misty hills

Heron at Caversham Weir
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

An excellent shot with great detail in the heron and the water

Burghley House
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

An interesting sky

Rising Sun at Roker Pier
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

An appealing picture with bold shapes

5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

A very pertinent image

Passage leading to the Museum
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

Plenty of interesting detail here

Kingsbury Water Park
5 stars
David Swann(3rd November 2013)

A well created image made by the narrow depth of field

Skegness
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

Marvellous silhouette with the sun nicely hidden

The Natural History Museum
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

A well taken, well exposed interior shot

5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

Lovely colours, lovely shot

5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

A much photographed location, it's not hard to see why!

Wansfell to Loughrigg 5
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

A very good landscape with the walker providing a focal point

Petworth Fallow Deer Harem
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

A wonderful shot with excellent timing

5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

A cute shot of this robin, the eye is nice and sharp

Ferry Meadows Country Park
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

Intriguing soft lighting

Cogra View
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

A very attractive landscape, Martin

Skegness
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

What a difference a strong sky makes

Wansfell : The ascent!!
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

Nicely taken with plenty of depth

Wansfell to Loughrigg 2
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

Another good set of Lakeland landscapes

Birling Gap
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

Lovely colour and very well composed

Quantock Hills
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

A well taken shot of this fungi

5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

Another shot to be proud of

5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

Excellent shot with the sky reflected nicely in the water

5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

Very well taken shot, John

St Mary's Church
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

Great colour and an imposing church

5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

Lovely landscape with the warm colours in the foreground

5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

Excellent panoramic landscape

Wateredge ??
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

This shot is all about the starbursts and the flare

Santa Pod Raceway
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

A shot with plenty of 'impact'

Santa Pod Raceway
5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

An interesting vehicle with the red standing out against the track

5 stars
David Swann(2nd November 2013)

A good close-up with both the centre of the flower and the insect nice and sharp

The Maiwand Lion in the Forbury Gardens, Reading
5 stars
David Swann(28th October 2013)

A powerful frame-filling shot with interesting information

Sheringham
5 stars
David Swann(28th October 2013)

A good composition with simple but effective shapes

St Margarets Church
5 stars
David Swann(28th October 2013)

An interesting building, good warm colours

Pickering
5 stars
David Swann(28th October 2013)

An interesting set of pictures; good viewpoint here

Millom at Hodbarrow
5 stars
David Swann(28th October 2013)

A good sunset

Taken fron St Georges Church, Millom
5 stars
David Swann(28th October 2013)

Great sky, lovely colours, and excellent silhouettes

5 stars
David Swann(28th October 2013)

An excellent shot with the symmetrical reflection

5 stars
David Swann(28th October 2013)

Lovely autumnal landscape

Hull Marina - Immigrants statue by Neil Hadlock
5 stars
David Swann(28th October 2013)

A strong atmospheric shot

Kenilworth Castle
5 stars
David Swann(28th October 2013)

Very graphic silhouettes

Kenilworth Castle
5 stars
David Swann(28th October 2013)

An excellent wide angle shot, Zbig

5 stars
David Swann(27th October 2013)

A well taken shot of this impressive waterfall

5 stars
David Swann(27th October 2013)

A good shot of this 'wild' water

Nook End,  Ambleside
5 stars
David Swann(27th October 2013)

Good shot with both the fence and the shadows leading into the scene, and a nice gradient in the sky

High Sweden Coppice
5 stars
David Swann(27th October 2013)

The gap in the wall invites you into the picture

Lake Windermere, Cumbria
1 stars
David Swann(27th October 2013)

Sorry gents, I can't help with the name of the boat, but yes, it was at Lakeside at the time

The Storr and Loch Fada
4 stars
David Swann(26th October 2013)

An interesting landscape

High Sweden Bridge 3
5 stars
David Swann(26th October 2013)

A strong set of landscapes around Ambleside

Scandale track
5 stars
David Swann(26th October 2013)

Good shot with a strong lead-in

5 stars
David Swann(26th October 2013)

Some nice shades of autumn

North Sea Ferries on the River Humber - Kingston upon Hull
5 stars
David Swann(24th October 2013)

Another excellent atmospheric shot

Ellington Church
5 stars
David Swann(24th October 2013)

Well taken picture

Timeless Ticket Hall
5 stars
David Swann(24th October 2013)

Good sepia treatment

Almost Autumn at Cottingham Park
5 stars
David Swann(24th October 2013)

A marvellously atmospheric autumn shot

West Quantoxhead
5 stars
David Swann(24th October 2013)

Lovely range of colours and detailed information

Millom sundown
5 stars
David Swann(24th October 2013)

An excellent sunset, well taken

Millom from sea wall
5 stars
David Swann(24th October 2013)

An offbeat composition with the sun at the edge of the frame, but it works. The colours and the overall simplicity make the shot.

Autumn at Snowshill
5 stars
David Swann(24th October 2013)

Exposing for the shadows has brought a light and airy touch to this shot

Stoke Rochford
5 stars
David Swann(24th October 2013)

An elegant shot of an elegant building

Snowshill
5 stars
David Swann(24th October 2013)

A good set around this very 'English' village

Snowshill
5 stars
David Swann(24th October 2013)

The warm stonework and the bright green give this picture a special quality

Elterwater and the Pikes
5 stars
David Swann(23rd October 2013)

To use one of your own expressions Dave this is a 'cracking' picture. The lighting is superb and every part of the shot plays a part. The composition is well balanced with the canoe in an ideal place. The image almost looks like a watercolour. Sometimes 5 stars just don't seem enough.

St Thomas's Church interior
5 stars
David Swann(23rd October 2013)

A very detailed and successful interior shot

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(23rd October 2013)

A touch of the Hallowe'ens about this one, well taken Zbig

Clink Prison Blacksmiths melt chains
5 stars
David Swann(23rd October 2013)

A well taken set of pictures in the museum

Ghosts in the machine at Hull Fair
5 stars
David Swann(23rd October 2013)

A very interesting shot with fluid shapes and colours

Autumn colours
5 stars
David Swann(22nd October 2013)

Another good shot with seasonal colour

Slaters Bridge 2 Little Langdale
5 stars
David Swann(22nd October 2013)

A lovely landscape, well taken

Slaters Bridge 1 Little langdale
5 stars
David Swann(22nd October 2013)

Great use of the foreground to give plenty of depth in this shot

Rutland
5 stars
David Swann(22nd October 2013)

Good use of a wide angle to show off the colour of the trees against the sky

Rutland
5 stars
David Swann(22nd October 2013)

Excellent framing and attractive colour, well done

Stanton
5 stars
David Swann(22nd October 2013)

Lovely autumn light and colour

Virginia Creeper on the Entrance to Great Chalfield Manor
5 stars
David Swann(22nd October 2013)

You have pictured this gateway at its best

The Time of Colour
5 stars
David Swann(21st October 2013)

Lovely shot

Barnack Hills & Holes NNR
5 stars
David Swann(21st October 2013)

A good set of autumn shots, particularly this one with strong side lighting picking out the ground shapes

Little Langdale Tarn 2
5 stars
David Swann(21st October 2013)

An excellent wide-angle landscape with warm colour

Dale End Farm Little Langdale
5 stars
David Swann(21st October 2013)

A colourful 'lived-in' landscape, very nice

The Day Begins
5 stars
David Swann(21st October 2013)

Well taken dawn landscape

The Tulip Staircase of The Queen's House
5 stars
David Swann(21st October 2013)

Beautiful shapes and colour in an excellent composition

Bradgate Park
5 stars
David Swann(21st October 2013)

Very well taken

Bradgate Park
5 stars
David Swann(20th October 2013)

This shot has an almost impressionist feel

Bradgate Park
5 stars
David Swann(20th October 2013)

This has good harmony in the colours, and looks natural because the deer is looking away from the camera

Lybster
5 stars
David Swann(19th October 2013)

A bleak and moody shot

Dartmoor
5 stars
David Swann(19th October 2013)

An unusual find, I have never seen one of these

Christchurch Priory
5 stars
David Swann(19th October 2013)

Lovely lighting, and the path makes a very strong lead-in

Christchurch Priory
5 stars
David Swann(19th October 2013)

A well composed shot with soft lighting

5 stars
David Swann(19th October 2013)

A nice shot with autumn colours

Through the trees at Chatsworth Gardens
4 stars
David Swann(18th October 2013)

An interesting scene

Chapel Stile Quarry 2
5 stars
David Swann(18th October 2013)

Another set of attractive landscapes

Langdale Pikes 1
5 stars
David Swann(18th October 2013)

A well framed landscape leading the eye to the Langdales

Mountain walk
5 stars
David Swann(18th October 2013)

The warm lighting suits your landscapes

Loch Muick
5 stars
David Swann(18th October 2013)

Nice shot with an autumnal feel to it

5 stars
David Swann(18th October 2013)

A good low light shot

5 stars
David Swann(18th October 2013)

I'm usually not keen on harbours when the tide is out, but the lighting has made this shot by emphasising the textures in the mud

St Ives
5 stars
David Swann(17th October 2013)

Nicely framed

Coastline
5 stars
David Swann(17th October 2013)

A good coastal shot

Coastline
5 stars
David Swann(17th October 2013)

Good shot of the rock formation

Low Tide
5 stars
David Swann(17th October 2013)

We'll taken picture in a lovely area

5 stars
David Swann(17th October 2013)

Interesting shot

5 stars
David Swann(17th October 2013)

An attractive shoreline picture

Lenticular clouds
5 stars
David Swann(16th October 2013)

A lovely scenic shot

Dawn Mist near Harlech
5 stars
David Swann(16th October 2013)

A lovely atmospheric telephoto shot

Rainbow over Lake Vyrnwy
5 stars
David Swann(16th October 2013)

Right place, right time; a photographer's dream; excellently handled

The river view
5 stars
David Swann(16th October 2013)

An interesting composition and mono conversion

5 stars
David Swann(15th October 2013)

A good set on Porthleven, Ruth

Barnack
5 stars
David Swann(15th October 2013)

Well taken Zbig, you get up much earlier than me!

London Eye
5 stars
David Swann(14th October 2013)

An excellent set of low light shots

Ullswater steamer
5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2013)

An interesting shot

Ullswater rocks and boats
5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2013)

A pleasing scene

Ullswater rocks
5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2013)

Good composition with a strong foreground

5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2013)

Well captured evening light

St Etheldreda or St Audries Church, West Quantoxhead
5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2013)

A very picturesque scene with good sidelighting

The Ancient Mariner
5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2013)

Well taken with lots of interesting elements in the shot

St Ives
5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2013)

Nicely taken with warm colours

Tynemouth Lighthouse
5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2013)

A well captured shot

Sunset near Barnsley, S Yorks
5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2013)

A very interesting sky

Stour Valley Autumn, Shillingstone.
5 stars
David Swann(13th October 2013)

An intriguing sky

Ullswater 6 Howtown
5 stars
David Swann(10th October 2013)

Nice shot

Barnack Hills & Holes NNR
5 stars
David Swann(10th October 2013)

A superb sky

Old Mill Sunset
5 stars
David Swann(10th October 2013)

A beautiful well balanced sunset

clun castle
5 stars
David Swann(10th October 2013)

A dramatic shot made by the intriguing sky

Roche Abbey waterfall
5 stars
David Swann(10th October 2013)

Excellent controlled shot

Breakers at Bridlington
5 stars
David Swann(10th October 2013)

Very simple, very effective

And the river flows on
5 stars
David Swann(10th October 2013)

An excellent shot showing movement in the water

Dochart falls
5 stars
David Swann(10th October 2013)

A very picturesque scene

Mersey Ferry Terminal, Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(10th October 2013)

A good mono shot with strong form and contrast

Cropton Reservoir
5 stars
David Swann(10th October 2013)

Pleasing lighting and colour

Tyne bridges
5 stars
David Swann(10th October 2013)

An excellent night shot to compliment your evening picture

Tyne bridges at dusk
5 stars
David Swann(10th October 2013)

Nicely taken evening shot; good shape and colours

River Rivelin
5 stars
David Swann(10th October 2013)

Lovely expression of movement in the water

Dochart falls
5 stars
David Swann(4th October 2013)

Very well composed with good colours and making the most of the foreground rocks

Rivelin Valley
5 stars
David Swann(4th October 2013)

A very good shot capturing movement in the water

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(4th October 2013)

I can only agree with Vince

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(4th October 2013)

Bold composition and strong colour make this shot

Near Hale, Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(4th October 2013)

An attractive mono picture making the most of what is presumably oil seed rape for extra contrast.

Fallow Deer
5 stars
David Swann(2nd October 2013)

Very well taken, Martin

Llyn Celyn Panorama
5 stars
David Swann(1st October 2013)

A very nice panorama

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(1st October 2013)

This is a wonderful sky and reflection

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(1st October 2013)

A well taken evening picture

Rugeley Power Station
4 stars
David Swann(30th September 2013)

A different shot with unusual flare lines

Burghley House
5 stars
David Swann(30th September 2013)

A good selection of sunsets

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(29th September 2013)

Excellent sunset and silhouette

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(29th September 2013)

Attractive warm tones

Salisbury Cathedral interior
4 stars
David Swann(29th September 2013)

Colourful interior, just needed some more detail in the top window

Lone Tree
5 stars
David Swann(27th September 2013)

Lone trees make good subjects but it is the clouds that make this picture

Western Shore of Llyn Trawsfyndd
5 stars
David Swann(27th September 2013)

Good landscape aided by the aerial perspective

Glas Allt falls
5 stars
David Swann(27th September 2013)

Good set Martin, particularly this one

5 stars
David Swann(27th September 2013)

Another eye-catcher

Seahouses harbour
5 stars
David Swann(27th September 2013)

Well composed with great colours

Dunstanburgh Castle
5 stars
David Swann(27th September 2013)

Nice shot Martin

Uffington
5 stars
David Swann(27th September 2013)

Nice strong colour, Zbig

Beautiful Rose
5 stars
David Swann(27th September 2013)

Well taken

Portland
5 stars
David Swann(27th September 2013)

An intriguing shot

5 stars
David Swann(27th September 2013)

Unusual picture, well seen

Stour Valley Autumn, Shillingstone.
5 stars
David Swann(27th September 2013)

Beautiful sky

Braemar Hills
5 stars
David Swann(27th September 2013)

The fence is a strong component of this landscape

Belton House
5 stars
David Swann(27th September 2013)

Good shot of a magnificent building

Whitstable fish and chips
5 stars
David Swann(27th September 2013)

Bold tight framing works well here

Lower Slaughter Church, Gloucestershire
5 stars
David Swann(26th September 2013)

Well taken

Skegness
5 stars
David Swann(26th September 2013)

Good form and colour

Snowshill, Gloucestershire
5 stars
David Swann(26th September 2013)

Nice shot

Egleton
5 stars
David Swann(26th September 2013)

Lovely shot with good lighting and colour

Monkey World, Dorset.
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Another marvellous shot

Monkey World, Dorset.
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

This is a fantastic shot!

Lincoln Cathedral, the vault of the Nave
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

A good set of Lincoln Cathedral shots

5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Well taken with strong shape and colour

5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Interesting shapes and patterns

5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Interesting shapes and patterns

5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Interesting shapes and patterns

Chesterton Windmill
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

A wonderfully conceived shot

5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

An eye-catcher

Misty Sunrise at Keyhaven
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Lively misty shot

Torver jetty Conistonwater
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

The muted colours make an appealing shot

Sheffield
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

A good set round Sheffield, Zbig

Sheffield
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Well taken, what a difference a splash of red makes

Glen Lui
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

A well composed shot of this lovely location

Edale in the Peak District
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Interesting church, nicely composed

Chestnut Centre wildlife
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Well captured

Conisbrough Castle
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Well taken shot with good colours

River Ure near Hawes
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

An appealing autumnal scene

Mallerstang Common
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

An attractive landscape

A lovely sunset on Great Stour.
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

An excellent shot, nicely composed with well handled exposure

Water Fall Peace Gardens, Sheffield
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Well taken pattern shot

Victorian Greenhouse at Clumber Pak
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Interesting building, lovely colours

Manton
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Bold side lighting and strong colours

5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

A good landscape with a nice foreground

Egleton
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

A strong interior with warm colours

5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

An interesting set capturing the character of Heptonstall

High Force
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

An excellent shot with detail in highlights and shadows

Melrose Abbey
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

A well considered shot with a great sky

Selkirk Landscape
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

A pleasing landscape

Cannon at Berwick Castle
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Good detail with strong colours

5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

A stand-out shot

Langdale Pikes from Windermere
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Lovely sepia effect landscape, very nice

5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Interesting beast, John

Upper Hambleton
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

A pleasing shot, aided by the red of the postbox

Shackerstone Festival
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

The deep blues running through the scene makes this an impressive shot

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

An intense landscape, well taken

White Butterfly at New Forest Wildlife Park
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Well composed with strong form and colour

Rough Sea at Amble
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

Excellent shot, full of interest from the foreground through to the sky

Lobster Pots at Craster
5 stars
David Swann(25th September 2013)

The detail captures the character of this village; good colour

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(24th September 2013)

Good combination of sky and water

Teignmouth
5 stars
David Swann(24th September 2013)

The splashes of red lift this shot

Upper Hambleton
5 stars
David Swann(24th September 2013)

Nice colours and good sky

Crowland Abbey
5 stars
David Swann(24th September 2013)

The side-lighting has lifted the subject and brought out the detail

Crowland Abbey
5 stars
David Swann(24th September 2013)

Strong composition with good colour

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(24th September 2013)

Very atmospheric sunset

Barmouth seafront
5 stars
David Swann(24th September 2013)

Good composition with attractive colour

Eagle Owl 1 Haverthwaite
5 stars
David Swann(24th September 2013)

Ruth is right, the eyes make this shot

Early morning cloud at Keyhaven
5 stars
David Swann(24th September 2013)

Well seen composition with the mist adding atmosphere

Heather at Hengistbury
5 stars
David Swann(24th September 2013)

A pleasing shot with harmonious colours

Shackerstone Festival
5 stars
David Swann(24th September 2013)

Excellent composition with a great sky

Watersmeet, Lynton Devon
5 stars
David Swann(24th September 2013)

A nicely composed scene with well lit soft colours

5 stars
David Swann(24th September 2013)

A well taken sunset

Skegness
5 stars
David Swann(7th September 2013)

Very warm lighting

Skegness
5 stars
David Swann(7th September 2013)

Lovely shot, well seen

Quantock Hills
5 stars
David Swann(7th September 2013)

Well taken

5 stars
David Swann(7th September 2013)

An interesting viewpoint

5 stars
David Swann(6th September 2013)

A strong composition with good information

Shoreham Air Show 2013 - Squadron scramble!
5 stars
David Swann(6th September 2013)

An excellent action shot

Shoreham Air Show 2013
5 stars
David Swann(6th September 2013)

Very tightly framed/cropped with good 'movement' in the propeller

Ansley Lanes
5 stars
David Swann(6th September 2013)

A very different sombre appeal to this shot

Lound Lake Walks, Suffolk
5 stars
David Swann(6th September 2013)

Lovely autumnal feel to this shot, with excellent backlighting

SS Swan Union Jack
5 stars
David Swann(6th September 2013)

A different viewpoint which works well

Fairfield Horseshoe
5 stars
David Swann(6th September 2013)

Two attractive panoramic style shots

East Coker, Somerset.
5 stars
David Swann(5th September 2013)

Another excellent set of this village

5 stars
David Swann(5th September 2013)

A quirky shot, nicely taken

St James Church -Shere
5 stars
David Swann(5th September 2013)

A good set of pictures around this church

The Window of St George
5 stars
David Swann(5th September 2013)

A nicely exposed example of stained glass

Ansley Lanes
5 stars
David Swann(5th September 2013)

A well worked subject

Ansley Lanes
5 stars
David Swann(5th September 2013)

A very atmospheric shot, well taken

Witham on the Hill
5 stars
David Swann(4th September 2013)

A good set of pictures around this elegant building

5 stars
David Swann(4th September 2013)

I have passed that way many times but have never spotted this!

East Coker, Somerset.
5 stars
David Swann(4th September 2013)

An attractive village scene

5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2013)

I agree with everyone else John

London Eye
5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2013)

This is an excellent set of night shots

Tower Bridge
5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2013)

A superb low light shot; the traffic and pedestrians add life to the scene

SS Swan 1
5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2013)

A very ' sculptural' detail shot which grabs attention

Lynton, Watersmeet. A young Chaffinch
5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2013)

This close-up is sharp exactly where it should be

Chatham
5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2013)

Strong lines and reflections

Skegness
5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2013)

Excellent lighting and composition with the wind turbines continuing the line started by the lamp posts

Hunstanton
5 stars
David Swann(3rd September 2013)

The warm lighting really accentuates the natural colour in the cliffs

Wrought Iron Gate on lower terrace at Cliveden
5 stars
David Swann(2nd September 2013)

A good record of this wonderful gate

5 stars
David Swann(2nd September 2013)

Nicely exposed and well framed shot

And now for the black sack over there.
5 stars
David Swann(2nd September 2013)

Well caught Vincent

Great Crested Grebe
5 stars
David Swann(2nd September 2013)

Excellent shot Mike

5 stars
David Swann(2nd September 2013)

Interesting find, excellent information

Scarborough Castle
5 stars
David Swann(2nd September 2013)

Nicely composed

1912 London bus
5 stars
David Swann(2nd September 2013)

An interesting vehicle

Scarborough
5 stars
David Swann(2nd September 2013)

Good overview of Scarborough

Lynton,N.T. Watersmeet
5 stars
David Swann(2nd September 2013)

Lovely rendering of the water

Lynton, Watersmeet, Small Skipper Butterfly
5 stars
David Swann(2nd September 2013)

Another excellent shot

Lynton, N.T. Watersmeet. Yellow Butterfly
5 stars
David Swann(2nd September 2013)

Superb shot Sally, the colour harmony is very eye-catching

Wateredge 3 Ambleside
5 stars
David Swann(2nd September 2013)

Excellent shot Dave, makes you want to be there!

Calshot Castle
5 stars
David Swann(1st September 2013)

Plenty of mood in this shot

5 stars
David Swann(1st September 2013)

Good butterfly shot with harmonious colours

Atherstone
5 stars
David Swann(1st September 2013)

Good reflections

Thornton Force
5 stars
David Swann(31st August 2013)

Very well taken

Sculptures, Lincoln Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(31st August 2013)

A very sharp detail shot

Hylands House
5 stars
David Swann(31st August 2013)

A well lit facade complimented by the sky

5 stars
David Swann(31st August 2013)

A good interior keeping detail in the windows

Kenilworth Castle
5 stars
David Swann(31st August 2013)

A good close shot of the action

Kenilworth Castle
5 stars
David Swann(31st August 2013)

A colourful re-enactment shot

Gannets at Bempton Cliffs
5 stars
David Swann(31st August 2013)

The single gannet in flight makes this shot

More Keswick boats
5 stars
David Swann(31st August 2013)

Very good use of the shadows to balance the composition

Limekilns at Beadnell
5 stars
David Swann(31st August 2013)

A simple but very effective composition

St Abbs Head
5 stars
David Swann(31st August 2013)

Very good coastal composition; welcome to POE Tom!

Tollesbury Marina
5 stars
David Swann(30th August 2013)

A very well lit scene

Norsey Wood Billericay
5 stars
David Swann(30th August 2013)

A wonderful woodland scene

The Old Bakers Shop Lavenham
5 stars
David Swann(30th August 2013)

An excellent frame-filling shot of an attractive building

Houses of Parliament, London
5 stars
David Swann(30th August 2013)

A great shot

Elizabeth Tower, London
5 stars
David Swann(30th August 2013)

A very well chosen viewpoint

Chelmsford Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(30th August 2013)

Excellent shot, the clear blue sky makes a good background

5 stars
David Swann(30th August 2013)

A good set around Ribchester (we often eat at the Ribchester Arms)

Sunset over Fareham
5 stars
David Swann(30th August 2013)

The result was well worth the effort

Kenilworth Castle
5 stars
David Swann(30th August 2013)

Well taken shot

Keswick rowing boats again!!
5 stars
David Swann(30th August 2013)

Another good shot of this scene

East Coker, Somerst.
5 stars
David Swann(30th August 2013)

A good set of pictures around East Coker

Overlooking the River Nidd, Knaresborough
5 stars
David Swann(29th August 2013)

Very well taken with the church as the focal point

Ashcombe Park, Weston-Super-Mare
5 stars
David Swann(29th August 2013)

A pleasant scene

Kenilworth Castle
5 stars
David Swann(29th August 2013)

Another good shot of Kenilworth

Kenilworth Castle
5 stars
David Swann(29th August 2013)

lLovely shot with warm colours

Ladore Falls Quayside, Derwentwater, Keswick.
5 stars
David Swann(29th August 2013)

A simple but very effective composition

5 stars
David Swann(29th August 2013)

An interesting shopfront

Wicken Windmill
5 stars
David Swann(29th August 2013)

Well handled exposure makes the sails stand out

Ulting Church
5 stars
David Swann(29th August 2013)

NIce composition with good lighting

Puffin
5 stars
David Swann(29th August 2013)

Excellent shot, the long lens has allowed you to both fill the frame and isolate the puffin from the background

Keswick rowing boats 1
5 stars
David Swann(29th August 2013)

Another good picture featuring these boats

Skegness beach
5 stars
David Swann(28th August 2013)

Well composed shot

River Derwent
5 stars
David Swann(28th August 2013)

Another great landscape with the river giving an excellent lead-in

Catbells
5 stars
David Swann(28th August 2013)

Excellent landscape with nice framing

5 stars
David Swann(28th August 2013)

Very good close-up against a de-focused background

Walnut Orb-Weaver Spider
5 stars
David Swann(27th August 2013)

Good macro shot

5 stars
David Swann(27th August 2013)

Lovely shots of Rievaulx Abbey

Groudle Glen watermill, Isle Of Man
5 stars
David Swann(27th August 2013)

Again good choice of subject with interesting elements

The Boathouse
5 stars
David Swann(27th August 2013)

Interesting choice of subject and well framed

5 stars
David Swann(27th August 2013)

Another excellent shot

Skegness beach
5 stars
David Swann(27th August 2013)

Good viewpoint; a well composed picture

Sherborne Castle Grounds
5 stars
David Swann(26th August 2013)

Another very competent set of pictures; this one stands out

Stour valley Summer, Shillingstone.
5 stars
David Swann(26th August 2013)

A very strong macro shot

Restormal Castle
5 stars
David Swann(26th August 2013)

A good composition and nice lighting

5 stars
David Swann(25th August 2013)

Another good frame-filling shot

Living on the edge
5 stars
David Swann(25th August 2013)

An excellent macro picture

London
5 stars
David Swann(25th August 2013)

The framing works really well in this shot

Derwentwater post box
5 stars
David Swann(25th August 2013)

Nicely selected elements in this shot

Skiddaw Fells from Park Nab
5 stars
David Swann(25th August 2013)

Good panoramic style landscape

Sherborne Castle Grounds
5 stars
David Swann(25th August 2013)

A well presented set based on Sherborne Castle

Sherborne Castle Grounds
5 stars
David Swann(25th August 2013)

A very appealing landscape

Butterfly 5
5 stars
David Swann(24th August 2013)

Good shot of this colourful subject

Brandlehow jetty, Derwentwater
5 stars
David Swann(24th August 2013)

Good use of the foreground rock to 'anchor' the composition

Brown Butterfly, Stratford upon Avon Butterfly Farm
5 stars
David Swann(22nd August 2013)

The harmonious colours make this picture

Derwentwater driftwood 2
5 stars
David Swann(22nd August 2013)

An excellent wide-angle shot making good use of the shadows

Dinners coming1
5 stars
David Swann(22nd August 2013)

A very well taken shot

Swanage
5 stars
David Swann(22nd August 2013)

Nicely taken

Belton House
5 stars
David Swann(22nd August 2013)

A pleasant scene

Westminster Abbey
5 stars
David Swann(22nd August 2013)

Well taken Zbig, nice to see accurate verticals

St Bees Head
5 stars
David Swann(22nd August 2013)

Once again, a clean and appealing composition

St Bees Head
5 stars
David Swann(22nd August 2013)

A simple and beautiful composition

Tranquil Pier at Roker
5 stars
David Swann(21st August 2013)

The sepia toning suits this picture

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(21st August 2013)

An excellent sunset, very well taken

Stoke Rochford
5 stars
David Swann(20th August 2013)

A strong composition with a good contrasting foreground

St Ives
5 stars
David Swann(20th August 2013)

Nice warm lighting in this tranquil scene

Ulting Church, Ulting
5 stars
David Swann(20th August 2013)

Nicely composed with good lighting

Hull Veterans weekend July 2013
5 stars
David Swann(20th August 2013)

Well taken and patiently processed

Spitfire 1
5 stars
David Swann(20th August 2013)

A bold wide-angle shot

Portrait of the Fetcham Fox.
5 stars
David Swann(19th August 2013)

Excellent fox portrait

Kew Gardens
5 stars
David Swann(19th August 2013)

Very well taken

A Heron near the Grand Union Canal
5 stars
David Swann(19th August 2013)

Excellent heron shot

Derwentwater, Victoria Bay, north
5 stars
David Swann(19th August 2013)

An attractive landscape

5 stars
David Swann(18th August 2013)

Another good fox shot

5 stars
David Swann(18th August 2013)

Quite a frame-filler

Rowing boat
5 stars
David Swann(18th August 2013)

Nicely isolated subject, well taken

Torrent Walk
5 stars
David Swann(18th August 2013)

Well taken, nice movement in the water

Sherborne Old Castle
5 stars
David Swann(18th August 2013)

Nice composition, well framed

It's a long way down
5 stars
David Swann(15th August 2013)

Very well composed macro shot; the highlight on the ladybird brings the shot to life

Derwentwater boats and Skiddaw
5 stars
David Swann(15th August 2013)

The boats are a very strong element in this excellent shot

5 stars
David Swann(14th August 2013)

Very well taken, the yellow flowers add contrast

View from Tegg Nose looking East
5 stars
David Swann(14th August 2013)

Excellent landscape

Wast Water
5 stars
David Swann(14th August 2013)

Great composition with lovely reflections

5 stars
David Swann(13th August 2013)

Excellent shot, even the background colours match the colours in the foxes' coats.

BATTLE PROMS NIGHT at Highclere Castle.
5 stars
David Swann(13th August 2013)

This is a shot with a different approach, well taken

Keswick boats
5 stars
David Swann(13th August 2013)

Excellent composition and perfect framing

Lincoln Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(12th August 2013)

Well selected detail

Lincoln Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(12th August 2013)

A special shot expressing both space and structure

Ladybird
5 stars
David Swann(12th August 2013)

Lovely colour, form and texture in this artful shot

Wansfell from Nab Scar
5 stars
David Swann(12th August 2013)

A pleasant landscape

5 stars
David Swann(11th August 2013)

An interesting set of York pictures

Caldecott Park, Rugby
5 stars
David Swann(11th August 2013)

A pleasant shot

Stanford on Avon
5 stars
David Swann(11th August 2013)

A very strong and dramatic composition

St Andrew's Church, Ringstead
5 stars
David Swann(11th August 2013)

A well taken shot of this church

Weston-Super-Mare Pier
5 stars
David Swann(11th August 2013)

A good example of 'golden hour' lighting

Grasmere from Loughrigg Fell
5 stars
David Swann(11th August 2013)

Good framing and foreground

Grasmere
5 stars
David Swann(11th August 2013)

Another good shot of this scenic area

Grasmere
5 stars
David Swann(11th August 2013)

An excellent landscape with a sense of tranquility

Dunmail Raise
5 stars
David Swann(11th August 2013)

There is great depth in this shot, provided by placing the road on the diagonal

5 stars
David Swann(10th August 2013)

Good shot considering the difficulty in getting it

5 stars
David Swann(10th August 2013)

Well taken with good information

British Wildlife comes to Town.
5 stars
David Swann(10th August 2013)

Well done, two for the price of one

Sunset near Downham Market
5 stars
David Swann(9th August 2013)

A good sky, I like the rays spreading from the cloud

Kew
5 stars
David Swann(9th August 2013)

Very sharp butterfly shots, well taken

5 stars
David Swann(9th August 2013)

Nice shot, well taken

Llanberis pass
5 stars
David Swann(8th August 2013)

Very atmospheric landscape

Portland
5 stars
David Swann(8th August 2013)

Well taken shot

5 stars
David Swann(8th August 2013)

Slightly quirky but very good!

Loughrigg Tarn and Pikes
5 stars
David Swann(8th August 2013)

Excellent landscape, very nicely framed

Castle Gates House, Shrewsbury
5 stars
David Swann(8th August 2013)

Good record of this interesting facade

Burnbank Fell
5 stars
David Swann(8th August 2013)

Very pleasing picture

A cross to bear
5 stars
David Swann(8th August 2013)

Interesting, did you clone out the ladder!

Time for a quick slurp.
5 stars
David Swann(8th August 2013)

A well taken shot of what I think is a Gatekeeper

Sunset on Westoby Lane, Rowley
5 stars
David Swann(7th August 2013)

An appealing sunset

5 stars
David Swann(7th August 2013)

Well taken and presented

5 stars
David Swann(7th August 2013)

This scene is complimented by the post processing

Windernere from Loughrigg Fell
5 stars
David Swann(7th August 2013)

Very pleasing landscape

Dog friendly stile Loughrigg Tarn
5 stars
David Swann(7th August 2013)

Interesting detail shot

Langdale Pikes
5 stars
David Swann(7th August 2013)

Excellent landscape using portrait format

Ford Country Lane, Cotswolds.
5 stars
David Swann(7th August 2013)

An unusual but effective way to frame a shot

Langdale Fells 1
5 stars
David Swann(6th August 2013)

Good landscape with a strong foreground

Fairfield Horseshoe
5 stars
David Swann(6th August 2013)

Well taken with the lone foxglove making a big contribution

Barmouth town
5 stars
David Swann(6th August 2013)

A detail shot with great form, colour and impact

Roadside wild flowers, Willerby, Hull
5 stars
David Swann(6th August 2013)

Nicely isolated detail, the extra effort paid off

5 stars
David Swann(6th August 2013)

Well taken close-up

The Fish Inn
5 stars
David Swann(6th August 2013)

A very attractive set around Buttermere, this place looks inviting

Buttermere
5 stars
David Swann(6th August 2013)

A picturesque scene, the wall is a good lead-in

Harewood Park
5 stars
David Swann(5th August 2013)

Lovely movement captured in the water

Little Owl
5 stars
David Swann(5th August 2013)

The intense stare makes this shot

Llanberis pass
5 stars
David Swann(5th August 2013)

Good use of colour

Barmouth seafront
5 stars
David Swann(5th August 2013)

Another well constructed shot

Barmouth sunset
5 stars
David Swann(5th August 2013)

You have made the most of the available elements in this shot

Lound Lake Walks
5 stars
David Swann(5th August 2013)

A well composed shot of this picturesque scene

Lound Lakes Walkes
5 stars
David Swann(5th August 2013)

Good set of butterfly shots, particularly this Painted Lady

Beverley Minster
5 stars
David Swann(4th August 2013)

Excellent interior shot with detail retained in the stained glass

Flamborough
5 stars
David Swann(4th August 2013)

A great picture which sings its own praises!

5 stars
David Swann(4th August 2013)

Good use of the stonework as a frame, Ruth

Heron 3
5 stars
David Swann(3rd August 2013)

Well taken with a good exposure against a dark background

Sea Spray over Roker Pier
5 stars
David Swann(3rd August 2013)

A very emotive picture, powerful yes, but great colours and a well positioned lighthouse

Ashdown Farm, Badsey near Evesham
5 stars
David Swann(3rd August 2013)

An interesting vehicle

The Blades...smiley...Waddington Airshow
5 stars
David Swann(3rd August 2013)

Good timing leads to a nice composition

Canvey Island
5 stars
David Swann(3rd August 2013)

Moody and evocative, well taken

5 stars
David Swann(3rd August 2013)

A pleasant summer scene, nice to see

Swanland Hill
5 stars
David Swann(3rd August 2013)

The composition and strong lighting give this shot a layered effect

Raglan Castle, Usk
4 stars
David Swann(3rd August 2013)

A quite effective shot with just enough detail in the shadow areas

St Michael's Church, Oulton Broad
5 stars
David Swann(3rd August 2013)

A lovely panoramic shot; nice warm lighting with long shadows

York Railway Museum
5 stars
David Swann(1st August 2013)

Well taken; I have recently been shown a panoramic shot which included five or six of these magnificent locomotives at York

5 stars
David Swann(1st August 2013)

You must have them trained!

A prickley shot
5 stars
David Swann(1st August 2013)

This is the best of your teasel shots so far

Holme Force
5 stars
David Swann(1st August 2013)

Plenty of interest in this detail shot

Loweswater
5 stars
David Swann(1st August 2013)

NIce landscape

The Kirkstile Inn
5 stars
David Swann(1st August 2013)

An excellent composition in which that orange door plays a large part

West Bay
5 stars
David Swann(1st August 2013)

A very competent harbour shot

West Bay
5 stars
David Swann(1st August 2013)

Lovely harmonious colours and a nice composition

SS Swan at Bowness
5 stars
David Swann(1st August 2013)

A strong almost monochromatic shot

5 stars
David Swann(1st August 2013)

A simple and effective shot

Carving at Sherwood Forest
5 stars
David Swann(30th July 2013)

A good frame-filler

'Trapped' - St Andrews, Covehithe.
5 stars
David Swann(30th July 2013)

Excellent composition, again well presented

Sun setting over Oulton Broad
5 stars
David Swann(30th July 2013)

Another stand-out picture, well framed

Evening solitude on Oulton Broad
5 stars
David Swann(30th July 2013)

A beautiful shot, very well taken and presented

Sky over the Bridge, Chepstow.
4 stars
David Swann(30th July 2013)

Nicely taken shot

Storms over Atherstone
5 stars
David Swann(30th July 2013)

You would be hard pressed to squeeze more drama into a frame than this!

Shackerstone
5 stars
David Swann(30th July 2013)

A pleasant scene lifted by the red canal boat

Locomotive 78019
5 stars
David Swann(29th July 2013)

A very impressive rendering of this locomotive in steam

Orton-on-the-Hill
5 stars
David Swann(29th July 2013)

A touch of underexposure has added drama to this powerful sky

Alresford
5 stars
David Swann(29th July 2013)

A very photogenic location, well captured. A slow shutter speed has added movement in the leaves and water which makes this shot stand out.

At Carlton Colville Transport Museum, taken through the gate
5 stars
David Swann(29th July 2013)

Well taken, very nostalgic

Cogra Sunset
5 stars
David Swann(29th July 2013)

A good sunset with the sun behind thin cloud

Cogra Moss
5 stars
David Swann(29th July 2013)

The strong foreground really helps this landscape shot

Evening Sun, Old Severn Bridge, Chepstow.
4 stars
David Swann(27th July 2013)

Very dramatic lighting

Peacock at Kew Gardens
5 stars
David Swann(27th July 2013)

An excellent shot and I agree, beautifully composed

Lovely Ladybower Reservoir
5 stars
David Swann(27th July 2013)

A lovely scene with good colours

Meerkats at Longleat Safari Park
4 stars
David Swann(27th July 2013)

An almost perfect group

5 stars
David Swann(27th July 2013)

A very impressive image with an amazing flare effect

Grand Union Canal
5 stars
David Swann(27th July 2013)

The depth in the reflections adds to the sense of tranquility

South Window, St. Botolph's Church, Swyncombe
5 stars
David Swann(26th July 2013)

Well considered exposure with just enough detail retained in the shadows

5 stars
David Swann(26th July 2013)

Nicely worked shot

5 stars
David Swann(26th July 2013)

You seem to have cornered the market on the fox pictures!

Penguins
5 stars
David Swann(26th July 2013)

This type of shot does not always allow good composition, but you have succeeded here

Seal
5 stars
David Swann(26th July 2013)

Well taken, nice and sharp

Sunset over West Farleigh
5 stars
David Swann(26th July 2013)

A compelling sky

Male Broad-bodied Chaser
5 stars
David Swann(24th July 2013)

Another excellent close-up

Female Marbled White butterfly
5 stars
David Swann(24th July 2013)

Good shot of this butterfly with an nicely defocussed background

Robin on the gate, Eastcote village
5 stars
David Swann(24th July 2013)

Well taken shot of this most photogenic of birds

Preparing for take off
5 stars
David Swann(24th July 2013)

A competent close-up shot

Pillar view
5 stars
David Swann(24th July 2013)

A pleasing landscape based on a strong foreground

The old farmhouse
5 stars
David Swann(24th July 2013)

A lovely composition with good depth and strong colour; the old farmhouse provides an excellent focal point

5 stars
David Swann(23rd July 2013)

Excellent close-up

5 stars
David Swann(23rd July 2013)

Very well taken

5 stars
David Swann(23rd July 2013)

Good picture of this water lily, sharp where it should be

View from the Hall
5 stars
David Swann(23rd July 2013)

A nice clean shot of this formal setting

A long walk back
5 stars
David Swann(23rd July 2013)

I like simple effective pictures, this is one of them

Moonlit Roker
5 stars
David Swann(23rd July 2013)

This shot has an other-worldly feel, and like the lighthouse it certainly stands out

The Aquadrome
5 stars
David Swann(22nd July 2013)

A superb action shot

Ilam Park
5 stars
David Swann(22nd July 2013)

A pleasant shot

A rather nice place to live.
5 stars
David Swann(22nd July 2013)

A pleasing shot

Wast Water
5 stars
David Swann(22nd July 2013)

Excellent shot with the darker areas guiding the eye to the distant peak

Wasdale bridge
5 stars
David Swann(22nd July 2013)

Well taken shot with good colour in the water and reflections

Castle Gate and the Town Hall
5 stars
David Swann(21st July 2013)

The framing is quite 'heavy' but it still works

Water Fall 2
5 stars
David Swann(21st July 2013)

The movement in the water has been caught very well

Lavenham, Suffolk
5 stars
David Swann(21st July 2013)

This shot has quite an arty feel with the limited colours and lowering sky; it all comes together very well

5 stars
David Swann(21st July 2013)

Nicely composed with the 'jetty' making a decent foreground

Cranes, and boats and a piano.
4 stars
David Swann(21st July 2013)

A rare sight:ok if your playing in 'sea' minor!

5 stars
David Swann(19th July 2013)

A lot of detail but well handled

Maharajah's Well, Stoke Row
5 stars
David Swann(19th July 2013)

A good record shot

The original palace (King Henry VIII)
5 stars
David Swann(19th July 2013)

Well taken shot

Carsington Water
5 stars
David Swann(19th July 2013)

A pleasant scene with a good foreground

Robin red breast
5 stars
David Swann(19th July 2013)

Nicely taken

Stamford Park
5 stars
David Swann(19th July 2013)

An appealing composition of varied shapes and strong colour

A beautiful view Marple Bridge
5 stars
David Swann(19th July 2013)

A strong composition with intense colours

Stoke Rochford
5 stars
David Swann(18th July 2013)

Nicely framed shot with bright colours

Stoke Rochford
5 stars
David Swann(18th July 2013)

Very well composed with good colours

Wild flowers in Watermead
5 stars
David Swann(18th July 2013)

A good set of wildflower shots

Butterfly 3
5 stars
David Swann(18th July 2013)

An excellent set of butterfly shots

5 stars
David Swann(18th July 2013)

I am very familiar with Deal and can appreciate this very effective shot

Back to the Fuchsia
5 stars
David Swann(18th July 2013)

Nicely taken close-up

5 stars
David Swann(17th July 2013)

Another sly fox picture, this time with a bit of backlighting

Small tortoiseshell butterfly
5 stars
David Swann(17th July 2013)

Another good close-up with a well controlled background

Great Massingham
5 stars
David Swann(17th July 2013)

A nice setting with good reflections

All Saints Church, South Pickenham
5 stars
David Swann(17th July 2013)

Well taken, churches with round towers must be quite rare

Four-spotted chaser
5 stars
David Swann(17th July 2013)

Good close-up with uncluttered background

St Martin's Church, Thompson
5 stars
David Swann(17th July 2013)

Clean composition, nice colours

5 stars
David Swann(15th July 2013)

Interesting coastal shot

Quantock hills
4 stars
David Swann(15th July 2013)

A pleasant scene

Blackpool Promenade Tramway
5 stars
David Swann(15th July 2013)

Interesting subject, nicely taken

A40 Ross on Wye
5 stars
David Swann(15th July 2013)

I would not have guessed that this shot had been taken by a phone; the composition is excellent with the banks of the Wye leading directly to the church steeple

Porlock Weir Harbour
5 stars
David Swann(14th July 2013)

Nice harbour shot

Rye
5 stars
David Swann(14th July 2013)

A well composed shot showing off the architectural features

Juvenile Starling
5 stars
David Swann(14th July 2013)

Well taken, great sharpness

Flower and black background
5 stars
David Swann(14th July 2013)

Strong, effective close-up; I use a black velvet cloth to achieve the same effect

5 stars
David Swann(14th July 2013)

I like the intense inquisitive stare here

5 stars
David Swann(14th July 2013)

An excellent shot of this fox, well done!

Grey Squirrel
5 stars
David Swann(13th July 2013)

Well taken, there is a nice catchlight in the squirrel's eye

The Angel on the bridge  at Henley on Thames
5 stars
David Swann(12th July 2013)

Good record shot sharply rendered

Cropston Reservoir
5 stars
David Swann(12th July 2013)

This shot successfully records the tranquility of the scene

5 stars
David Swann(12th July 2013)

Your viewpoint was well chosen to include a lot of detail

5 stars
David Swann(12th July 2013)

A good set of Wingham shots, John

Butterfly
5 stars
David Swann(11th July 2013)

Another impressive close-up!

Red Soldier Beetle
5 stars
David Swann(11th July 2013)

Impressive close-up

Supper time.
5 stars
David Swann(10th July 2013)

Nicely taken

Near Bridgnorth
5 stars
David Swann(10th July 2013)

Great colour and depth; well constructed composition making best use of the contrast between the whites and reds

5 stars
David Swann(10th July 2013)

Well presented with strong reflections

Dragonfly
5 stars
David Swann(10th July 2013)

Plenty of detail in this frame-filler

5 stars
David Swann(10th July 2013)

A pleasing scene with good light quality and a nice sky

Oriel College, Oxford, the front Quad
5 stars
David Swann(9th July 2013)

Good architectural shot

Fox on the run
5 stars
David Swann(9th July 2013)

Surprisingly the red car seems to suit this shot

Ambleside, yet more boats!
5 stars
David Swann(9th July 2013)

Good lighting, composition and cropping have created an atmospheric shot here

Steam Rally
5 stars
David Swann(9th July 2013)

Good detail recorded in this shot

Newquay
5 stars
David Swann(9th July 2013)

Very well taken with detailed retained in the horse and rider; the background wave helps

Fields of Atherstone Lanes
5 stars
David Swann(9th July 2013)

Nicely taken with a beautiful quality of light

Stour Valley Summer, Shillingstone.
5 stars
David Swann(9th July 2013)

A magical shot, well taken

Sheila's Cottage Ambleside
5 stars
David Swann(8th July 2013)

Very nice harmonious colours here

Jetty at Ambleside
5 stars
David Swann(8th July 2013)

A good shot; the sky adds a special touch

Jubilee Campus, Nottingham University
5 stars
David Swann(8th July 2013)

A very effective night shot

Silk Mill, Derby
5 stars
David Swann(7th July 2013)

A very dramatic shot with great colours and reflections

Easedale 2
5 stars
David Swann(7th July 2013)

A good wilderness shot

Sour Milk Ghyl from Far Easedale
5 stars
David Swann(7th July 2013)

Well balanced composition with a strong base

Gloucester Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(7th July 2013)

Good composition, nicely taken

Gloucester Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(7th July 2013)

Nice detail shot in good lighting

Gloucester Cathedral
4 stars
David Swann(7th July 2013)

A good interior picture of the cathedral

Gloucester Cathedral cloisters
5 stars
David Swann(7th July 2013)

Well taken, the shot has an airy feel which suits the subject

Trafalgar Square Fountain, London
5 stars
David Swann(7th July 2013)

A well taken dynamic shot

Creech St Michael
5 stars
David Swann(7th July 2013)

A pleasant scene, well composed with the foreground providing a nice lead-in from the left corner

Path to Souter Lighthouse
5 stars
David Swann(6th July 2013)

Another good picture of this lighthouse, very well composed

Langdale Pikes 2
5 stars
David Swann(6th July 2013)

A well balanced composition with nice lead-in

Langdale Pikes 3
5 stars
David Swann(6th July 2013)

Another good landscape using the portrait format

Dominant Souter Lighthouse
5 stars
David Swann(6th July 2013)

A nicely presented shot with the strong red providing impact

Pit Head Winding Wheel
5 stars
David Swann(6th July 2013)

An interesting find

Butter Market, Market Square, Newark
5 stars
David Swann(6th July 2013)

Another striking low light shot

Newark Castle reflection
5 stars
David Swann(6th July 2013)

A well constructed low light shot

Creech St Michael
5 stars
David Swann(6th July 2013)

A well taken close-up

Grasmere and Loughrigg
5 stars
David Swann(5th July 2013)

The portrait format gives great depth to this shot

Grasmere and fells
5 stars
David Swann(5th July 2013)

Good panoramic style shot

5 stars
David Swann(5th July 2013)

The warm foreground colours give depth to this picture

5 stars
David Swann(5th July 2013)

The muted colours in this shot gives it an atmospheric feel

5 stars
David Swann(4th July 2013)

A well balanced composition

Red Admiral
5 stars
David Swann(4th July 2013)

A sharp close-up

5 stars
David Swann(4th July 2013)

Good use of foreground for framing and depth

5 stars
David Swann(3rd July 2013)

An unusual viewpoint gives a lot of impact to this shot

Westminster Abbey
5 stars
David Swann(3rd July 2013)

Very traditional but still effective

Big Ben
5 stars
David Swann(3rd July 2013)

Nicely taken with a strong sense of scale

Dominant Roker Pier
4 stars
David Swann(3rd July 2013)

A strong composition

Sunderland's Roker Pier
5 stars
David Swann(3rd July 2013)

Well composed with the lead-in starting in the corner of the frame, crisp lighting , and a good sky

Braunston Dry Dock
5 stars
David Swann(2nd July 2013)

A really atmospheric shot, good use of the lock gate as foreground

5 stars
David Swann(2nd July 2013)

A very good detail shot

Yellow Wagtail
5 stars
David Swann(2nd July 2013)

Nicely shot with the background in harmony with the colours of the bird

Eastbourne Marina
4 stars
David Swann(2nd July 2013)

Nice shot, the shadows of the seagulls help

Unusual sunset
5 stars
David Swann(2nd July 2013)

An intriguing sky, well taken

Perranporth
5 stars
David Swann(2nd July 2013)

A very good close shot, well framed

The Texting Squirrel.
5 stars
David Swann(1st July 2013)

Well taken, again sharp in the right places

5 stars
David Swann(1st July 2013)

A nicely constructed picture

Helm Crag from Grasmere
5 stars
David Swann(1st July 2013)

A pleasing way to frame the Crag

Not a Sun lover
5 stars
David Swann(1st July 2013)

Interesting close-up, sharp where it should be

Winchester, Alresford Station.
5 stars
David Swann(29th June 2013)

Well composed this picture suits the B&W treatment and slight sepia effect

Boat House at Remenham
5 stars
David Swann(29th June 2013)

Exquisite building with great quality of light

Lindisfarne Castle
5 stars
David Swann(29th June 2013)

Well taken with the castle a small but important part of the picture

Following mum
5 stars
David Swann(29th June 2013)

Great line-up!

Running on water
5 stars
David Swann(29th June 2013)

Well timed shot

5 stars
David Swann(29th June 2013)

A pleasing composition using the boats as foreground

Fareham Quay
5 stars
David Swann(29th June 2013)

Very good quality of light in this wide shot with excellent reflections

Clouds gather over Wentworth Castle.
5 stars
David Swann(27th June 2013)

Very simple but effective elements in this picture with strong contrast

Derwentwater rowing boats
5 stars
David Swann(27th June 2013)

Good composition making excellent use of the boats and landing stage

5 stars
David Swann(27th June 2013)

Good interior shot with detail retained in the stained glass

Hampton Court Palace
5 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

Good symmetry and strong colours

Derwentwater SUNDAY LUNCH
5 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

Irresistible!

Blackpool's Central Pier
5 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

Excellent framing, good colour

Irthlingborough
5 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

The red canoe brings this scene to life

Reflections on the River Wear
5 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

The great reflection provides an excellent frame

Lindisfarne Castle
5 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

The normal viewpoint for this shot but who can resist the great lead-ins

Fingest Church
5 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

The lighting suits the mellow colours

Eagle, woodside 2
5 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

Well captured

Hartsholme Park, Lincoln
5 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

Very effective framing

Woodside Meerkat 2
5 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

Good animal portrait

Red-eyed Damselfly
5 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

Nicely composed on the diagonal with the background out of focus

Scarborough
4 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

Unusual perspective and framing but it works

Heron at Worsbrough Mill Dam
5 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

Good shot with plenty of detail in the heron

Lone Poppy
5 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

Excellent shot; good composition with the poppy off-centre, nice textures in the corn and lovely colours.

Buzzard
5 stars
David Swann(26th June 2013)

A well timed shot

Wheal Ellen
5 stars
David Swann(25th June 2013)

Interesting building, good information

5 stars
David Swann(25th June 2013)

An unusual shot, slightly disturbing

Church at the Bridge
5 stars
David Swann(25th June 2013)

Good framing and warm colours

Hi !  I'm Fogg
5 stars
David Swann(25th June 2013)

Fills the frame, well taken

Lincoln Cathedral entrance
4 stars
David Swann(24th June 2013)

A strong composition

Futuristic Bristol
4 stars
David Swann(24th June 2013)

Nicely composed, making good use of the architecture

Robin Hoods Bay
5 stars
David Swann(24th June 2013)

Well taken. nice depth

Robin Hoods Bay
5 stars
David Swann(24th June 2013)

Another good composition with plenty of depth; as they say, less is sometimes more

Robin Hoods Bay boats
4 stars
David Swann(24th June 2013)

Welcome to PoE Philip; this shot is well composed

Hinckley
4 stars
David Swann(23rd June 2013)

An interesting sky

Towards Borrowdale from Friars Crag
4 stars
David Swann(23rd June 2013)

Well taken considering the conditions

Fallow deer
5 stars
David Swann(23rd June 2013)

Excellenr side-lighting and a well handled exposure

Girvan, South Ayrshire
4 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2013)

No HDR or special toning processes have been used here, only Photoshop Elements 9

Chichester Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2013)

A very nice interior shot

Chichester Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2013)

Good choice of viewpoint

West Mersea beach huts
5 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2013)

An attractive scene with a good sky

Swan on the lake, Priory Park, Reigate
5 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2013)

Very nicely taken

Grey Squirrel at Sherwood Forest
5 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2013)

This is an excellent squirrel shot because it fills the frame, and was taken at the right moment. The colour of the log helps because it matches that of the squirrel's fur.

Plockton
5 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2013)

A good set of Plockton shots, this one works well with the colourful foreground

St Ives
5 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2013)

A nicely framed shot

Grass Snake taken at Wentworth Castle
5 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2013)

A good find, well taken

Poppy Field
5 stars
David Swann(22nd June 2013)

Good shot held together by the larger poppy heads on the left

Tower of London tour
5 stars
David Swann(21st June 2013)

Good architectural shot with the Shard and the guardsman adding touches of incongruity

5 stars
David Swann(21st June 2013)

Excellent use of the vanishing point, emphasised by the orange clouds

5 stars
David Swann(21st June 2013)

Good animal portrait

Witham on the Hill
5 stars
David Swann(21st June 2013)

Excellent use of foreground, the red gives great depth

Witham on the Hill
5 stars
David Swann(21st June 2013)

Very well framed and composed

5 stars
David Swann(21st June 2013)

The nature of this place has been captured in your picture

A brief encounter, waiting on Carnforth railway station
5 stars
David Swann(21st June 2013)

Well taken, the clock takes on real significance

Holy Trinity Church
4 stars
David Swann(21st June 2013)

Well composed

Holy Trinity Church
4 stars
David Swann(21st June 2013)

Nice interior shot

Clock Tower, Reigate Priory School
4 stars
David Swann(21st June 2013)

Good detail and symmetry

Prestbury Parish Church
4 stars
David Swann(21st June 2013)

A strong picture

Dartmoor ponies
5 stars
David Swann(21st June 2013)

A lovely picture, the ponies are well positioned and posing superbly

All aboard.
5 stars
David Swann(20th June 2013)

An impressive frame-filler

Chapel cottage
5 stars
David Swann(20th June 2013)

An interesting building with good colour

Pike
5 stars
David Swann(20th June 2013)

Well taken, I also have never seen one of these

The Courtyard
5 stars
David Swann(20th June 2013)

Strong form and colour

Arne RSPB Reserve, Dorset
5 stars
David Swann(20th June 2013)

An attractive woodland scene

5 stars
David Swann(20th June 2013)

Well composed with a nice blend of colours

5 stars
David Swann(20th June 2013)

An effective low light shot

Niarbyl, Isle of  Man
5 stars
David Swann(20th June 2013)

Nicely composed from this high viewpoint

5 stars
David Swann(18th June 2013)

Very well taken shot

A view over Dartmoor close to Widecombe in the Moor
5 stars
David Swann(18th June 2013)

There is an unusual quality to the lighting here added to by the vignette effect, the church is ideally placed

Derwentwater and Catbells
5 stars
David Swann(18th June 2013)

Another special dramatic shot

Rowing boats and Catbells
5 stars
David Swann(18th June 2013)

Excellent shot with great composition and nicely muted colours

Shrine of St. Birinus, Dorchester Abbey
5 stars
David Swann(18th June 2013)

Well composed with detail retained in the stained glass

70013Oliver Cromwell on the Great Central Railway
5 stars
David Swann(18th June 2013)

Nice shot, well framed and presented

A4 60009 enters Birtley on the East Coast Line.
5 stars
David Swann(18th June 2013)

A nicely framed shot of this locomotive

Glasgow Christmas Fair
5 stars
David Swann(18th June 2013)

A well taken shot

Spetisbury in Dorset.
5 stars
David Swann(18th June 2013)

A pleasant scene

Under the Boardwalk, down by the sea.
5 stars
David Swann(17th June 2013)

A different perspective on Deal pier

Blandford Forum
5 stars
David Swann(17th June 2013)

A pleasing landscape

Leeds Castle
4 stars
David Swann(17th June 2013)

A good set of Leeds Castle pictures

Poppy Parade
5 stars
David Swann(16th June 2013)

I would probably have walked straight by this; well seen.

PS Waverley approaching the Pier
5 stars
David Swann(16th June 2013)

Another strong and effective composition. I saw the Waverley in Scotland quite recently.

Weston Super Mare as viewed from PS Waverley
5 stars
David Swann(16th June 2013)

Nicely composed, very sharp. (Mark, did you receive my reply to your last comment?)

Deer at Wentworth Castle
5 stars
David Swann(15th June 2013)

A promising set of images

Ambleside Booking Office
5 stars
David Swann(15th June 2013)

Good use of the posts makes this a strong composition

Quantock Hills
5 stars
David Swann(15th June 2013)

An interesting photo, well seen and taken

St Pauls and Blackfriars
5 stars
David Swann(15th June 2013)

An impressive silhouette

Irthlingborough
5 stars
David Swann(15th June 2013)

Nice lighting and a good sky

Sherborne Castle
5 stars
David Swann(14th June 2013)

Very good composition and pleasing colours

Belton House
5 stars
David Swann(14th June 2013)

A very good shot with its central focal point and strong reflections

Belton House
5 stars
David Swann(14th June 2013)

An interesting subject with a good sky and nice colours

Walking through a Birstall Meadow
5 stars
David Swann(14th June 2013)

Another good shot based on symmetry

Pierhead, Ambleside
5 stars
David Swann(14th June 2013)

Muted colours and almost perfect symmetry

Rowing boats Ambleside, again
5 stars
David Swann(13th June 2013)

A good collection of Ambleside pictures

Beware the Vicar of Altarnun
5 stars
David Swann(13th June 2013)

An interesting interior

The old Church at Uphill
5 stars
David Swann(13th June 2013)

A good composition with nice lighting, attractive colour and foreground

The Lurker
4 stars
David Swann(13th June 2013)

A slightly surreal image

Devon coastline
5 stars
David Swann(13th June 2013)

Well composed coastal shot with the foreground providing a lead-in

Marwood Hill gardens
5 stars
David Swann(13th June 2013)

A pleasing springtime scene

Scarborough
5 stars
David Swann(12th June 2013)

Another good night shot

Hatherleigh
4 stars
David Swann(12th June 2013)

Interesting 'group' shot

St Ives
5 stars
David Swann(12th June 2013)

Strong form and colour

Brill, Buckinghamshire
5 stars
David Swann(11th June 2013)

Good silhouette with nice colour; the two figures really make a difference

River Claerwen, Elan Valley
5 stars
David Swann(11th June 2013)

Excellent landscape

4 stars
David Swann(11th June 2013)

Well spotted

Corfe Castle and The Greyhound
5 stars
David Swann(10th June 2013)

Well taken shot

Crowland Abbey
5 stars
David Swann(10th June 2013)

A strong composition with good detail

Arne RSPB Reserve
5 stars
David Swann(10th June 2013)

An interesting composition

Houghton Mill
5 stars
David Swann(10th June 2013)

Excellent shot with great glowing colours

Cannock Chase bike trail
5 stars
David Swann(10th June 2013)

Well composed picture with good colour

Aysgarth Falls
5 stars
David Swann(10th June 2013)

Good shot of Aysgarth falls

Muker
5 stars
David Swann(10th June 2013)

Well taken with good foreground

Swaledale
4 stars
David Swann(10th June 2013)

Pleasing landscape

Mr and Mrs Morris dancer Skipton
5 stars
David Swann(10th June 2013)

Excellent picture, well presented

Nappa Hall near Worton, Wensleydale
5 stars
David Swann(10th June 2013)

A pleasant scene

5 stars
David Swann(10th June 2013)

Very nice tranquil scene with the boat as a good focal point

Lea Marston Lakes
5 stars
David Swann(10th June 2013)

Good shot with harmonious colours

Try again.
5 stars
David Swann(10th June 2013)

Well composed with an interesting foreground

4 stars
David Swann(9th June 2013)

A good animal picture

Meriden Park, Chelmsley Wood
5 stars
David Swann(9th June 2013)

A well taken shot

Seaton
5 stars
David Swann(9th June 2013)

Well composed with the boat in just the right place

Coniston Water in the early morning light.
5 stars
David Swann(9th June 2013)

Nicely taken picture

Newnham Church
5 stars
David Swann(9th June 2013)

A colourful composition

5 stars
David Swann(9th June 2013)

A pleasant scene

St Mary The Virgin
5 stars
David Swann(9th June 2013)

A well framed composition of an interesting church

St Mawes Castle - the sea view.
5 stars
David Swann(8th June 2013)

An interesting castle and good information

An English meadow in Watermead Country Park
5 stars
David Swann(8th June 2013)

Well taken with the daisies dominating the foreground

The Thames at Southwark Bridge, London
5 stars
David Swann(8th June 2013)

A good set featuring the Shard

5 stars
David Swann(8th June 2013)

Good form and colour

Above Fairysteps
5 stars
David Swann(8th June 2013)

A good shot into the light with the sun partially hidden by the trees

Little path Silverdale
4 stars
David Swann(8th June 2013)

Nicely composed and framed

Shore at Silverdale
5 stars
David Swann(8th June 2013)

A simple yet striking composition using the landscape in silhouette

Combe Martin Cove
5 stars
David Swann(7th June 2013)

A pleasant scene with good foreground

Ashford Hill, Hampshire
5 stars
David Swann(7th June 2013)

Well lit subject with strong colours

5 stars
David Swann(7th June 2013)

A nice portrait of this tiger

Southwark Bridge, London
5 stars
David Swann(7th June 2013)

A colourful low light shot

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(7th June 2013)

A well chosen composition and nicely exposed

St Ives
5 stars
David Swann(7th June 2013)

An attractive picture with good colour

All Souls College, Oxford
5 stars
David Swann(6th June 2013)

Another good use of framing

New College, Oxford
5 stars
David Swann(6th June 2013)

Well considered framing lifts this shot

5 stars
David Swann(6th June 2013)

A good frame-filling composition

Museum Of Liverpool.
5 stars
David Swann(6th June 2013)

An impressive mono conversion helped by the simple but strong composition with no distractions at all.

5 stars
David Swann(6th June 2013)

An appealing panoramic shot

Scarborough
5 stars
David Swann(5th June 2013)

Another good low light shot, Zbigniew

Left of Durdle Door
5 stars
David Swann(4th June 2013)

A good shot with good composition and strong colour

5 stars
David Swann(4th June 2013)

A well composed picture with bright colours

5 stars
David Swann(4th June 2013)

A good series of shots in the Dales, Ruth

Watermead Country Park
5 stars
David Swann(4th June 2013)

Well seen and taken picture

Crich Tramway Museum Glasgow Tramcar number 812
5 stars
David Swann(4th June 2013)

The thumbnail of this shot attracted attention, and the processing works well because it suits the subject

Watermead Country Park
5 stars
David Swann(3rd June 2013)

Well taken shot

Breydon water and Berney Arms Mill, Burgh Castle, Norfolk
4 stars
David Swann(3rd June 2013)

Nicely taken with defocussed foreground

5 stars
David Swann(3rd June 2013)

A good series of Slaidburn shots

Power and plants Staythorpe.
5 stars
David Swann(3rd June 2013)

A very well constructed image, excellently composed

Kingsbury Water Park
4 stars
David Swann(3rd June 2013)

A pleasant landscape

Scarborough Castle
5 stars
David Swann(3rd June 2013)

An appealing series of Scarborough pictures

Here we are then
5 stars
David Swann(3rd June 2013)

Well captured shot

Scarborough
5 stars
David Swann(2nd June 2013)

A very strong composition

Walking to Watersmeet from Lymouth
5 stars
David Swann(2nd June 2013)

Nicely taken shot

Scarborough
5 stars
David Swann(2nd June 2013)

A good low light shot

North Cornish Coast
4 stars
David Swann(2nd June 2013)

A pleasant shot with good foreground

5 stars
David Swann(2nd June 2013)

A different type of shot which works well

HMS Warrior
5 stars
David Swann(2nd June 2013)

Interesting subject with strong colours and sky. The lines in the sky mirror the ropes on the foreground boat.

Sherborne Castle
5 stars
David Swann(2nd June 2013)

Very well taken picture with good use of foreground

Pleasurewood Hills
5 stars
David Swann(1st June 2013)

Well timed shot

Lulworth Cove
4 stars
David Swann(1st June 2013)

Good use of foreground

Lulworth Cove Panorama
5 stars
David Swann(1st June 2013)

A pleasing panoramic shot

Arbury Hall, Nuneaton
5 stars
David Swann(1st June 2013)

The sky gives this picture a quite theatrical look

Beer
4 stars
David Swann(1st June 2013)

An interesting row of cottages

Scarborough
5 stars
David Swann(1st June 2013)

An impressive wide angle shot

Canal boats, Hatton
4 stars
David Swann(30th May 2013)

A pleasant scene, well composed

Childe of Hale statue detail
5 stars
David Swann(30th May 2013)

A strong composition that works well in monochrome and especially with the vignette

Arbury Hall gardens
4 stars
David Swann(28th May 2013)

Well composed with strong colours

Beenham,Berkshire
5 stars
David Swann(28th May 2013)

Well taken

Arbury Hall, Nuneaton
5 stars
David Swann(28th May 2013)

A pleasant scene with nice colours

High Street, Oxford
4 stars
David Swann(28th May 2013)

Good viewpoint

Sea King
5 stars
David Swann(28th May 2013)

Well caught picture

Sunset after the storm
5 stars
David Swann(28th May 2013)

An interesting sunset

Woolacombe beach
5 stars
David Swann(28th May 2013)

A good seascape

They come in all shapes and sizes.
5 stars
David Swann(28th May 2013)

Well taken with a nice blend of colours

Bridlington Harbour Entrance
5 stars
David Swann(27th May 2013)

A strong composition

The River Ouse, York
5 stars
David Swann(27th May 2013)

Very good low light shot

Boats on the River Ouse, York
4 stars
David Swann(27th May 2013)

Interesting shot and colour 'popping'.

Worthing, West Sussex
5 stars
David Swann(27th May 2013)

Good composition with quite surreal lighting

Ambleside and Windermere
5 stars
David Swann(27th May 2013)

Nice landscape with a good viewpoint

High Sweden Bridge
5 stars
David Swann(27th May 2013)

Good subject and composition

Boats at Sheringham
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2013)

Good shot taken into the light

5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2013)

Well taken with good lighting

Doorway
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2013)

A strong picture with interesting information

The former Coastguard Cottages on Dunwich Heath
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2013)

A strong picture

Bridge of Sighs, Oxford
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2013)

Well taken shot

The Mill Pond, Swanage
5 stars
David Swann(26th May 2013)

A pleasant scene

Robinson's Shaft Engine House
5 stars
David Swann(25th May 2013)

A well taken picture with the bridge leading into the frame

Stoke Bardolph.
5 stars
David Swann(25th May 2013)

A nicely taken scenic shot

Upper Nene
5 stars
David Swann(25th May 2013)

A pleasing scene

Whitby Arcade at night
5 stars
David Swann(25th May 2013)

Lovely low light shot with great colour

Finchcocks, Goudhurst
5 stars
David Swann(25th May 2013)

A carefully composed and framed picture

Rock pools
5 stars
David Swann(25th May 2013)

A well composed shot with good use of foreground

The Fountain Leicester Town Hall Square
5 stars
David Swann(24th May 2013)

Good colours

West Bay Harbour
5 stars
David Swann(24th May 2013)

A good shot, with the splash of red lifting the picture

Tayport
5 stars
David Swann(24th May 2013)

Well taken; is this a redstart?

Wind Pump at Horsey Mere
5 stars
David Swann(24th May 2013)

A good windmill shot

Belton House
5 stars
David Swann(24th May 2013)

A well taken shot in nice lighting

The first Goslings of the year in Watermead Country Park
5 stars
David Swann(24th May 2013)

A good set; looks like you used a ruler on this one!

Early morning mist in Watermead Country Park
4 stars
David Swann(24th May 2013)

An atmospheric shot

Broughty Ferry
5 stars
David Swann(24th May 2013)

Good use of shapes and shadows

Harrogate Christmas Lights!
4 stars
David Swann(24th May 2013)

Good colour and reflections

Wells Cathedral.
4 stars
David Swann(24th May 2013)

There is good symmetry to this shot

LONDON LEDENHALL, MARKET
5 stars
David Swann(24th May 2013)

A good wide-angle shot with harmonious colours

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(24th May 2013)

A pleasing urban shot

The Well known Lincoln Imp
5 stars
David Swann(22nd May 2013)

Almost perfect symmetry in this shot

The Nave of Lincoln Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(22nd May 2013)

Lincoln is one of my favourite cathedrals because of the way it dominates the city skyline; this image has very successfully captured the magnificent scale of this wonderful building.

Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(22nd May 2013)

Excellent framing and attractive lighting

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(22nd May 2013)

Another good sunset;I like the way the sun is partially hidden by the trees

Up Cerne Village
5 stars
David Swann(22nd May 2013)

A very attractive landscape

Beeston Weir,
5 stars
David Swann(22nd May 2013)

A very creative image

Heather in full bloom on Dunwich Heath
5 stars
David Swann(21st May 2013)

Good colourful scene

Church of St Mary the Virgin, Piddlehinton
5 stars
David Swann(21st May 2013)

An interesting church

Everdon pond
5 stars
David Swann(21st May 2013)

A very nice rural scene

Whitehall, London
4 stars
David Swann(20th May 2013)

Unusual composition, but effective

The Woods With Bluebells
5 stars
David Swann(20th May 2013)

Nice spring shots

Willingham
5 stars
David Swann(20th May 2013)

A strong composition in good lighting

Castle gardens Knaresborough
5 stars
David Swann(20th May 2013)

Intriguing colours which are very effective

On Guard!
5 stars
David Swann(20th May 2013)

You have produced an eye-catching triptych here, Mark

Wells Cathedral.
5 stars
David Swann(20th May 2013)

Very effective, especially by the way the light falls on the steps

Guard duty in Whitehall, London
5 stars
David Swann(19th May 2013)

Well taken shot

Childe Of Hale, Hale Village, Liverpool
5 stars
David Swann(18th May 2013)

An interesting shot with good information

A walk in the Country
5 stars
David Swann(18th May 2013)

This is a beautiful picture with a great feel to it

Rolvenden Windmill
5 stars
David Swann(18th May 2013)

A very nice, well executed shot

Tayport
5 stars
David Swann(18th May 2013)

Well taken shot

Wot you doin' in my garden ?
5 stars
David Swann(18th May 2013)

Only one word for this - excellent!

Transportation portals
5 stars
David Swann(18th May 2013)

A simple shot which works well

Herringfleet Mill
5 stars
David Swann(18th May 2013)

An good black and white picture with a strong vignette

The Canons outside the Emirates Stadium, home of the Arsenal Football Club
5 stars
David Swann(18th May 2013)

There is an interesting incongruity in this shot

Yellow Dandelion, Colnbrook
5 stars
David Swann(18th May 2013)

A good set of close-up shots

Normanton
5 stars
David Swann(18th May 2013)

An excellent sunset Zbigniew

The Lake
5 stars
David Swann(18th May 2013)

A good set of spring shots

The bird in the sky
5 stars
David Swann(17th May 2013)

An unusual cloud formation

5 stars
David Swann(17th May 2013)

A good sunset shot

West Okement river
5 stars
David Swann(17th May 2013)

A well composed picture

Dry Doddington Church
5 stars
David Swann(17th May 2013)

A lovely picture of this church

Kent Oast house off Meirscourt Road, Rainham, Kent
5 stars
David Swann(17th May 2013)

Well constructed picture making excellent use of the shadows

The Night Ferry passing through Syston
5 stars
David Swann(16th May 2013)

A good trackside shot

London Eye
5 stars
David Swann(16th May 2013)

The sepia toning suits this shot

Tower of London Beefeater
5 stars
David Swann(16th May 2013)

A happy picture, looks like a good day out

Tower of London Raven
5 stars
David Swann(16th May 2013)

A well taken picture with a defocussed background

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(16th May 2013)

Another good sunset

Ilfracombe sunset
5 stars
David Swann(16th May 2013)

A pleasing sunset

Ilfracombe harbour
5 stars
David Swann(16th May 2013)

Well taken in good light which has brought out the colours

The River Welland in Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(16th May 2013)

A pleasing shot which catches the mood of the location

The River Welland in Stamford
5 stars
David Swann(16th May 2013)

A well composed shot with good reflections

HMS Illustrious
5 stars
David Swann(16th May 2013)

The silhouette of the ships works well in this picture

The Winnings, Welbeck
5 stars
David Swann(16th May 2013)

The soft lighting gives this picture almost an antique look

Lee Bay
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

An excellent picture

Lee Cottage
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

Good subject, well taken

The London Eye
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

The sky really helps this picture

The London Eye
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

Well taken

George's Dock Gate, Liverpool
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

A well constructed shot

HRH Princess Anne visiting Godmersham, Kent.
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

A good set of pictures of a rare opportunity

St George slaying the Dragon. St Georges Hall, Liverpool
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

An excellent shot of this stained glass

5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

A dramatic viewpoint

Belton House
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

A good set of Belton House

Belton House
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

Another nice shot

Belton House
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

Nicely framed with pleasing shadows

Belton House
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

Well taken

Durdle Door, Dorset
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

A good compositton

Fareham Quay Sunrise
5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

The reflections make this a pleasing shot

5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

Another good shot capturing the feel of this landscape

5 stars
David Swann(12th May 2013)

A well constructed picture capturing the nature of this area

Station Road
5 stars
David Swann(4th May 2013)

Interesting composition with good colour

Durdle Door, Dorset
5 stars
David Swann(3rd May 2013)

A good composition

5 stars
David Swann(3rd May 2013)

Another great picture Ruth

5 stars
David Swann(3rd May 2013)

A superb shot of this lovely place

Durdle Door, Dorset
5 stars
David Swann(3rd May 2013)

Very nice land/seascape

Durdle Door, Dorset
5 stars
David Swann(3rd May 2013)

Good form and colour

Lulworth Cove, Dorset
5 stars
David Swann(3rd May 2013)

A pleasing picture

London Eye
5 stars
David Swann(3rd May 2013)

An unusual angle but it works!

Poppies
5 stars
David Swann(3rd May 2013)

A pleasing shot

Thames night view, London
5 stars
David Swann(3rd May 2013)

Wonderful night shot

London
5 stars
David Swann(3rd May 2013)

A well taken shot

Halnaker Windmill after the storm
5 stars
David Swann(2nd May 2013)

Excellent

Severndroog Castle, Eltham
4 stars
David Swann(2nd May 2013)

Well framed

Dovercourt
5 stars
David Swann(1st May 2013)

A wonderful shot

Dovercourt Lighthouse
5 stars
David Swann(1st May 2013)

A well planned and executed picture

British Wildlife Centre, Newchapel
5 stars
David Swann(30th April 2013)

The sharpness of the eye really makes this shot

The British Wildlife Centre, Newchapel
5 stars
David Swann(30th April 2013)

Excellent shot, well done

Bygones Museum Torquay
5 stars
David Swann(30th April 2013)

Nicely taken,good set

Halnaker Windmill.
5 stars
David Swann(30th April 2013)

Lovely shot with well placed figures

St Mary's Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(30th April 2013)

Good symmetrical shot

Heron
5 stars
David Swann(29th April 2013)

Well caught

Frosting view.
5 stars
David Swann(29th April 2013)

Excellent picture with a great feel to it

Cropston Pumping House.
5 stars
David Swann(29th April 2013)

Good composition, nice colours

Derwent water at Keswick
5 stars
David Swann(29th April 2013)

Nice composition

Hellidon Church
5 stars
David Swann(29th April 2013)

Lovely picture

Sand Sculpture Festival 2012, Weston-Super-Mare
5 stars
David Swann(29th April 2013)

Well taken shot

Aldbury, Hertfordshire.
5 stars
David Swann(29th April 2013)

Pleasing shot, good reflections

Cropston Reservoir.
5 stars
David Swann(28th April 2013)

Pleasing shot

Bath Abbey
5 stars
David Swann(28th April 2013)

Good detail

New Library, Birmingham
4 stars
David Swann(28th April 2013)

Interesting contrast in architecture

Boardwalk
5 stars
David Swann(27th April 2013)

Good set

Exton
5 stars
David Swann(27th April 2013)

Well taken

Whitby
5 stars
David Swann(27th April 2013)

A pleasant set of Whitby shots

Sunrise at Hessle
5 stars
David Swann(27th April 2013)

Lovely sunrise

Snow morning, Skidby
5 stars
David Swann(27th April 2013)

A very nice picture with both warm and cool tones

Beverley Minster
5 stars
David Swann(26th April 2013)

A very good interior, well exposed

Harewood Park, Leeds
5 stars
David Swann(26th April 2013)

Excellent shot

Staithes, North Yorkshire
5 stars
David Swann(26th April 2013)

A scenic shot with good colours

Gallows Hill, Skidby, East Yorkshire
5 stars
David Swann(25th April 2013)

Great lighting and ambience

Sunset at Halnaker Windmill
5 stars
David Swann(25th April 2013)

Well taken low light shot

Halnaker Windmill at Sunset.
5 stars
David Swann(25th April 2013)

A well composed picture taken at the best time of day

Chirk Castle
5 stars
David Swann(25th April 2013)

A good interior shot

5 stars
David Swann(25th April 2013)

A nice set of Lyme Park shots

Market Stall
5 stars
David Swann(25th April 2013)

I am amazed how you caught all these people mid-stride at the same time!

York Minster
5 stars
David Swann(25th April 2013)

Good interior

York Minster
5 stars
David Swann(25th April 2013)

Good symmetry in this shot

Lincoln Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(25th April 2013)

Good detail picture

Sampford Moor
5 stars
David Swann(25th April 2013)

Well taken shot

Tuppny appny one please guv! aka 'A Two Pence Halfpenny stamp please'
5 stars
David Swann(25th April 2013)

Never seen one of these; unusual colour, well seen

Caversham Lock, Caversham
5 stars
David Swann(24th April 2013)

Well taken shot with good colours

Wattersham Sewer at Iden
5 stars
David Swann(24th April 2013)

Well taken sunset

Vintage car
5 stars
David Swann(24th April 2013)

The colour of the van blends well with that of the stone buildings

5 stars
David Swann(24th April 2013)

A good set of bird pictures

Kelly Hall Tarn
5 stars
David Swann(24th April 2013)

Plenty of feeling in this partial silhouette

Culross, Fife
5 stars
David Swann(23rd April 2013)

A good series of pictures

Kelly Hall Tarn, Torver
5 stars
David Swann(23rd April 2013)

Good depth and colour

Short Eared Owl at Whitburn
5 stars
David Swann(23rd April 2013)

Well taken

Fareham Creek, Calypso
5 stars
David Swann(23rd April 2013)

Great colour and detail

Fareham and Crofton Cricket
5 stars
David Swann(23rd April 2013)

Well caught (no pun intended)

Sampford Moor
5 stars
David Swann(23rd April 2013)

Good use of the reflections

Exton
5 stars
David Swann(23rd April 2013)

Pleasant shot, the building on the left looks like a converted church

The Lake
5 stars
David Swann(22nd April 2013)

A peaceful seen, well caught

5 stars
David Swann(22nd April 2013)

Good set of moorland pictures

Cottage
5 stars
David Swann(22nd April 2013)

Well constructed picture with good colour

St Mary's Church, Porchester Castle
5 stars
David Swann(21st April 2013)

Pleasant shot with good lighting

Ponies - Snelsmore Common, Newbury, Berkshire
5 stars
David Swann(21st April 2013)

Excellent moody shot

The Hinton Manor
5 stars
David Swann(21st April 2013)

Well taken

Gardens
5 stars
David Swann(20th April 2013)

Pleasant set

Chatsworth House
5 stars
David Swann(20th April 2013)

Great framing and symmetry, lovely reflections

Canal scenes
5 stars
David Swann(19th April 2013)

Pleasant scene

Relaxing in Roker Park
5 stars
David Swann(19th April 2013)

Well taken picture

Squirrel
5 stars
David Swann(19th April 2013)

Well caught picture

Steam Rally
5 stars
David Swann(18th April 2013)

Good set

Sunset at East Farleigh
5 stars
David Swann(18th April 2013)

Interesting sky

Chesterton Windmill (Warwickshire)
5 stars
David Swann(17th April 2013)

Exellent

Southsea Pier
5 stars
David Swann(17th April 2013)

Lovely atmospheric shot

Spinnaker Tower
5 stars
David Swann(17th April 2013)

Lovely balance between natural and man-made light sources with a strong subject

Barrowden
5 stars
David Swann(17th April 2013)

Great lighting with strong contrast, and an excellent cloud formation

Stembridge Tower Mill, High Ham
5 stars
David Swann(17th April 2013)

The lighting gives good form to the windmill

Braunston cruise
5 stars
David Swann(16th April 2013)

A pleasing picture with the red jacket giving a good focal point

Braunston junction
5 stars
David Swann(16th April 2013)

Well taken, the two figures are well placed

Lyme Regis, in Dorset
5 stars
David Swann(16th April 2013)

Good composition with nice lead-in; the two figures on the left are well placed

Pleasure Boat
5 stars
David Swann(15th April 2013)

Good set

Frosted Trees
5 stars
David Swann(15th April 2013)

Good set of winter shots

South Luffenham
5 stars
David Swann(15th April 2013)

Very pleasant

Alverstoke Church
5 stars
David Swann(15th April 2013)

The soft lighting suits this scene

South Luffenham
5 stars
David Swann(15th April 2013)

Well framed,lovely lighting,nice set

Cottage
5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2013)

I like the warm lighting in this one

Harbour
5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2013)

Pleasing shot

York Guildhall and Red Double-Decker Bus
5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2013)

Well taken urban shot

Dunster
5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2013)

Very good composition, excellent lighting, the figures give scale

South Luffenham
5 stars
David Swann(14th April 2013)

Pleasantly lit and exposed picture

1940s weekend on the Great Central Railway
5 stars
David Swann(13th April 2013)

Excellent picture Mike, well processed

5 stars
David Swann(12th April 2013)

Well taken

Chichester Cathedral Cloister
5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2013)

Good interior shots

Viaduct
5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2013)

Well seen and taken

View from Bridge
5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2013)

Very dramatic

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2013)

Another good sunset

Ashurst, New Forest Wildlife Park
5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2013)

Well framed and exposed, with the focus just right

Kirkstone Pass.
4 stars
David Swann(11th April 2013)

Good winter scene

5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2013)

Good composition

Ullswater nr. Glenridding.
5 stars
David Swann(11th April 2013)

Pleasing landscape

5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Lovely

5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Excellent sunset

Fawsley Church
5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Good composition

Normanton
5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Very nice picture

5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

A landscape with a difference

5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Tranquil landscape

Graffiti  in Leicester
5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Excellent set

Graffiti  in Leicester
5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Well seen and composed

Normanton Church
5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Good set

Marsham Church
5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Nicely taken

Hill farm near Brill
5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Excellent landscape

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Good sunset

Rutland Water
5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Simple but good

5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Lovely sunset

Storm clouds over Runswick
5 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Strong lighting

St Marys Gate Inn
4 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Strong picture

Goodwood House
4 stars
David Swann(10th April 2013)

Well framed

St Bartholomew Church
5 stars
David Swann(9th April 2013)

Soft lighting suits this one

Edward 7th Postbox inside the shop
4 stars
David Swann(9th April 2013)

Well seen

The Cow Tower, Norwich
5 stars
David Swann(9th April 2013)

Well taken, with the figure giving scale

Brayford Pool
5 stars
David Swann(9th April 2013)

Beautiful lighting and lovely reflections

Damselfly
5 stars
David Swann(8th April 2013)

Well taken with the defocussed background

Normanton
5 stars
David Swann(8th April 2013)

Well framed

Normanton
5 stars
David Swann(8th April 2013)

Pleasing shot

Pitstone Windmill
4 stars
David Swann(8th April 2013)

Moody shot

5 stars
David Swann(8th April 2013)

You're braver than me Ruth!

The Divinity School, Oxford.
5 stars
David Swann(7th April 2013)

Interesting shots of Oxford, Emanuele; I like the interiors

Coughton Court
5 stars
David Swann(7th April 2013)

Good composition and lighting

Two Youngsters
5 stars
David Swann(7th April 2013)

Well caught frame filler

Ely Cathedral
5 stars
David Swann(7th April 2013)

Well framed composition

Barnack
5 stars
David Swann(7th April 2013)

Moody silhouette, nice shot

Dover Castle, Saxon church and Pharos
5 stars
David Swann(6th April 2013)

Well framed and exposed shot

5 stars
David Swann(6th April 2013)

A pleasing shot of Gawthorpe Ruth, it's not the easiest building to photograph

Harbour view
5 stars
David Swann(6th April 2013)

Very moody shot

Lower Brockhampton Estate.
5 stars
David Swann(6th April 2013)

Good lighting, and nice lead in

Fairfield Church, Romney Marsh
5 stars
David Swann(4th April 2013)

Good composition, foreground provides depth

Seven Sisters
5 stars
David Swann(4th April 2013)

Well exposed, lovely colours

5 stars
David Swann(4th April 2013)

Well captured, and nicely exposed

Queen Victoria Memorial
4 stars
David Swann(3rd April 2013)

Strong picture

Castle Howard Springtime
4 stars
David Swann(3rd April 2013)

Nicely lit scene

Lloyds Building
5 stars
David Swann(3rd April 2013)

Good frame-filler, with form and colour

5 stars
David Swann(30th March 2013)

Good frame filling shot

Tranquil pond at Roker
4 stars
David Swann(30th March 2013)

Well captured shot

Avoch Bay
5 stars
David Swann(30th March 2013)

Nice depth to this shot