Blogs.
These are my photography based posts — black & white, simple gear, and the way I go about shooting day to day. Nothing overthought, just the practical stuff that works for me.
For walking-route write-ups, head over to the Walks page.
Sony A350 Revisited
Picking up the Sony A350 again has been like reopening an old chapter I didn’t realise I’d missed. My first digital DSLR after my film days, it brings back the joy of using a simple, stills-only camera — chunky, tactile, with a CCD sensor that gives black-and-white images real character. Slower walks, everyday routes, and a quiet rhythm of photography suit it perfectly. No expectations, no pressure — just a camera that lets me enjoy shooting again.
Photography On a Budget
Can you really do photography on a budget and still get good images? I put that idea to the test with a £110 Sony A-350 from 2008 — proof that you don’t need the latest gear to capture something worth keeping.
Welcome to Walking with Pics.
A slower space for black and white photography, countryside walks, and quiet moments from everyday England — where the focus is on the picture, not the platform.
Why and How I ONLY Shoot Black and White Jpegs
Why I choose to shoot black-and-white JPEGs straight out of camera — minimal editing, a simple approach focused on how each scene feels and unfolds.