I was crossing Wanstead Flats yesterday in the early evening. There was a really great sky and as the sun started to set behind these flowers they turned into silhouettes. Just a simple photograph but I really think it works.
Sunday, 30 June 2013
Saturday, 29 June 2013
LITTLE WHITE SHED
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Sadly we have lost the antique shop in the High Street. Old Cottage Antiques seem to have been there for ever and it's sad to see it go. In the picture on the right you can see Judith's in the background who are also downsizing. On a brighter note, looking for a photograph I discovered this wonderful old shiplap shed by the side of the cottage. I am not sure how old it is but it certainly looks antique in it's own right.
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Friday, 28 June 2013
ROOM WITH A VIEW
It's great just wandering around Wanstead looking for interesting pictures, you never know what you will find. Is this the last thing to be demolished or was it the first thing that was built on this site ?
Thursday, 27 June 2013
WHEELS...
Watching rush hour traffic on Cambridge Park the other evening at around 5.30 pm, I was amazed how much faster it is at that time of night to be on two wheels rather than four. This trendy alternative transport is fast catching on. I was surprised at the number of bikes that flew past me.
Wednesday, 26 June 2013
ARUM LILIES
The arum lilies in my garden are in full bloom again and look more profuse than ever this year. I thought the pure white blooms against the dark green background really makes them stand out.
Tuesday, 25 June 2013
NIGHT LIGHTS...
I have been waiting for a while to take this photograph. It's the lights at the zebra crossing on Cambridge Park. It needed a dark and brooding sky to makes the lights stand out. Everything came together last night as we were on the way home from dinner.
Monday, 24 June 2013
RED, WHITE AND THREE WHEELS!
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You may remember an American Cop series, Starsky and Hutch in the 1970's. Their car was a red and white Torino. While I was taking the picture it seems I was not the only one that was struck by Wanstead's own three wheel version.
Sunday, 23 June 2013
STILL LIFE..
There is an alley that runs between Cambridge Park and Woodbine Place. I use it sometimes, it's a handy shortcut if you know about it. Passing through the other day I came across this bottle that someone had placed between the railings, it just appealed to me as a picture.
Saturday, 22 June 2013
ANY IDEAS ?
This tree is in Camden Road. It has the most wonderful bark, it's full of texture and colour as you can see in this close up photograph. I have no idea what species it is, if anyone knows please drop me a line.
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Friday, 21 June 2013
NEW ADDITION
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This cute little dog called Pepsi has just arrived in Wanstead. Three months old and full of fun, I just had to photograph her dancing and running around. I did however, manage a portrait.
Thursday, 20 June 2013
A LITTLE BIT OF LUCK..
I was standing outside The George looking at the sunlight coming through the trees the other afternoon and thinking how I could turn it into a worthwhile photograph. It needed an interesting shape in the frame. Seconds later these two cyclists appeared walking their bikes, lucky or what.
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Wednesday, 19 June 2013
RED DOOR ?
Walking along Cambridge Park the other day when I spotted this door on the other side of the road. Painted red, made of heavy metal with this striking design on it and with a bright yellow padlock, it intrigued me. With the green ivy growing over it gave the whole thing a great colour palette.
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Tuesday, 18 June 2013
I'VE SOLVED THE PARKING PROBLEM..
I came across this parking technique in Woodbine Place, ingenious or what. You just need a Smart car and you are all set.
There was a famous American detective series called 'Dragnet in the 50's', the memorable phrase was 'the names have been changed to protect the innocent'. As you can see I have changed the number plate.
Monday, 17 June 2013
CRICKET LOVELY CRICKET..
It's not Lords or The Oval but it is Wanstead's own cricket pitch, in fact we have two. One in Overton Drive and this one is in Nutter Lane, every time I pass there seems to be a match going on. Wonderful sight.
Sunday, 16 June 2013
CELEBRATIONS
Driving home last night stumbled across this street party in Addison Road. Bunting strung across the road, flags everywhere, and everyone really enjoying themselves. Well done Addison Road this is what makes Wanstead a great place to live, the community coming together.
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Saturday, 15 June 2013
NOSTALGIA
A Wansteadium reader asked me to take a photograph of the swings in the childrens playground on Christchurch Green. Her grandmother used to take her there to play in the 1940's. I am sure the structure of the play area and swings has changed drastically so I thought a black and white photograph would be more appropriate. This one is for you Patti. I hope it brings back lovely memories.
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Friday, 14 June 2013
NIGHT LIGHTS.
Are they water fountains bathed in light or really clever street lighting? They are of course the new street lighting under the railway bridge at Snaresbrook end of Wanstead High Street. Full marks to Redbridge for imaginative and decorative use of light.
Thursday, 13 June 2013
IRIS
So many species, different colours and markings. This clump of flowers I know are of the iris family but which one? Found them in a Wanstead Garden while strolling around with the camera .
Wednesday, 12 June 2013
WHERE ON EARTH.....
I think this is the most lovely little building, it's hidden away and you have to be very tall to see it. The location is Church Path behind an ivy covered wall next door to the garage. I have been told that it was a toy library many years ago, any information you have would be most welcome, it really intrigues me.
Tuesday, 11 June 2013
BRING BACK THE BEES
Well done to Wanstead residents for planting flowers around the trees in Gordon Road. What a great idea. Hopefully their efforts for doing so will help to bring back the bees. It also makes the pavements look so much more attractive.
Monday, 10 June 2013
NUTTER LANE.
Nutter Lane, one of the oldest roads in Wanstead was named after the Nutter family who were benefactors to the parish. It was formerly George Lane until the name change in 1934.
Sunday, 9 June 2013
MOBS HOLE.
A former forest side hamlet know as Mobs Hole around 1700 is now called Nightingale Green. Apparently, money as been set aside to enhance this area of Wanstead which I understand was the original Wanstead Village (please correct me if I am wrong). We are lucky to have this green space in front of our Gallery.
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Saturday, 8 June 2013
WEATHERVANE.
I thought this lovely piece of architecture in Grove Park was worthy of a picture. Seldom does one see weathervanes these days. This one combined with the ornate tiles and woodwork just stands out.
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Friday, 7 June 2013
CEANOTHUS.
This Ceanothus bush in Seagry Road was spotted by one of my followers and suggested it might be a good picture, she was right. This stunning bush looked fabulous in the morning sunlight. My thanks to her for the suggestion.
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Thursday, 6 June 2013
D-DAY .
A very important moment in history. The 6th June 1944, 69 years ago marked the beginning of the end of World War 11. I asked my friend Geoff, a veteran of that war to pose for this photograph with his medals. I just thought it fitting for today.
Wednesday, 5 June 2013
PROGRESSION ...
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I posted a photograph of this cherry tree in blossom, now we are at the half way stage between blossom and fully developed cherries. Hope to bring you the final result.
Tuesday, 4 June 2013
FARMERS MARKET.
In full swing, the Farmers Market in Wanstead High Street is a welcome attraction once a month. Last weekend was a perfect day weather wise and brought the locals out in force.
Monday, 3 June 2013
ON THE DARK SIDE..
There's something about an alleyway. You are often unsure where it will lead but there is always an urge to explore and find out. I have followed them in many places around the world and invariably they lead to an interesting photograph. This particular one runs from Wanstead High Street to Woodbine Place, I don't think it has a name, it's only a short distance but I knew it had the potential for an interesting picture.
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Sunday, 2 June 2013
CLIMB EVERY MOUNTAIN ...
This little guy seems to have got himself into a bit of a predicament. Having taken an awful long time to climb the leaf of this plant he now finds that he has nowhere to go. Perhaps he just wanted a better view.
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Saturday, 1 June 2013
THERE'S ALWAYS A NEW VIEW...
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I was wandering around Christchurch Green the other day looking for a new angle of Evergreen Field when I came across this view of the spire of Christ Church. It's a view I have never seen before, the spire framed by the trees. Just goes to show there is always a new view of a familiar subject.
I couldn't resist photographing the field. It is such a beautiful piece of Wanstead, now unique to High Streets in the City.
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