Scotland
Today I’d like to share some images from an early morning Sun rise at Dunottar castle in Stonehaven, North east Scotland.
The surviving buildings are largely from the 15th and 16th centuries, but the site is believed to have been fortified in the Early Middle Ages.
Dunnottar is best known as the place where the Honours of Scotland, the Scottish crown jewels, were hidden from Oliver Cromwell's invading army in the 17th century.
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Lee
Good morning,
Today I am sharing some images from a beautiful sunrise over on the Northeast of Scotland.
Rattray head lighthouse was constructed in 1895 and stand 120 feet (37m) tall.
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Lee.
Hello,
Following on from last week’s theme of church’s,
I wanted to share the following images of St Mary’s Chapel in Rattray, Aberdeenshire.
It is believed that the church was constructed around 1214.
The history still standing in and around the northeast of Scotland is amazing to see.
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Lee
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Today I am sharing a couple of images of the Church in Montrose.
I really like how the spire is such a dominating structure along the high street and skyline.
Some information on the structure.
The Old and St Andrew's Church ('Auld Kirk') is a Church of Scotland church in Montrose, Angus. It was dedicated in 1793.
The current steeple, designed by James Gillespie Graham, was completed in 1834.
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Lee
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Today I’m sharing some images taken at Scurdie Ness Lighthouse on the East Coast of Scotland.
Built in 1870 as a prevention method after 11 recorded ship wrecks were recorded around the mouth of the esturay.
Finishing with a selfie taken at -8 degrees in the morning.
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Lee
Good morning,
Today I’d like to discus the importance of revisiting the same location on different days. The above images were taken weeks apart. I really felt that there was to be a nice photo of this location.
The first one was flat and did not have that hit for me. I liked the second as can feel how violent the weather was on that day. I even got absoltuley soaked.
But my faviourite has to be the third image. I love the dramatic lighting and how the building pops from the scene.
Revisiting the same landscape site on different occasions to capture changing weather conditions is essential for improving your landscape photography. It allows you to capture a variety of moods, showcase the location’s full potential, enhance your technical skills, build a diverse portfolio, deepen your connection with the landscape, and seize unique, unpredictable moments. This practice not only enriches your collection of photographs but also hones your abilities and creativity as a photographer.
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Lee
Good morning,
Recently we enjoyed a walk to Elephant rock. Here are a couple of images.
Elephant Rock is a great site off the beaten track. It’s out in the countryside, about 3 miles from Montrose and just on the outskirts of Ferryden. It makes a perfect trip out if you are visiting Montrose.
Elephant Rock also known as Rock of St Skae is a naturally formed coastal arch of volcanic rock. It has been shaped by the elements and resembles the shape of an elephant’s head and trunk. The coastal views on a fine day are amazing.
Chapel of St Skae burial ground.
The 12th-century Chapel of St Skae also known as Chapel of St Skay is perched high on the cliffs just above Elephant Rock. Look for a grave of George James Ramsay who according to the engraving on the stone made obviously in error, died 19 years before he was even born! See if you can find his grave.
Upon leaving Elephant rock, we called into Lunan Bay.
Information if you are visiting.
Lunan Bay has attracted many visitors throughout the ages, from Viking armies in the 10th century to generations of holidaymakers. Today it offers a secluded haven on the dramatic Angus coastline.
This stunning east-facing beach is backed by sand dunes and framed by low cliffs to the north and south. From its northern end at Boddin Point, located about three miles south of Montrose, Lunan bay extends two miles south to Ethie Haven. The beach is a popular destination for surfers and horse riders, and traditional fishing is still practiced here with nets strung on poles dug into the sand to trap fish in the receding tide. The beach is also a fantastic place to go bird watching with several fantastic species to spot. After a storm, the sands sometimes yield agates and gem stones which glimmer in the sunlight.
The best access to the beach is found via the car park at its rear.
IF you visit and take images, I would love to see, tag me over on Instagram @lee_ramsden
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Lee
Good morning,
Here are a couple of images that were taken early one morning of Montrose Quay.
Who Uses Montrose Port?
As one of the largest Chain and Anchor ports globally and with the world’s largest chain inspection companies, InterMoor and First Marine Solutions, calling it home, Montrose Port is strategically placed to work with supply vessels servicing wind farms, oil rigs and other destinations in the North Sea and far beyond.
They have long been trusted by some of the biggest names in the oil and gas industry as well as the renewables sector, supporting the different stages of their ventures from operations and maintenance to decommissioning.
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Lee
Hello, today I’d like to share with you some photos from a recent visit to Arbroath Abbey.
Nestled in the heart of Arbroath, the ruins of Arbroath Abbey stand as a testament to Scotland’s rich medieval history.
The abbey’s architecture showcases the grandeur of medieval design, with its towering arches, intricate stone carvings, and beautiful rose windows. Despite being in ruins, these elements highlight the skilled craftsmanship of the era
Founded in 1178 by King William the Lion, Arbroath Abbey is one of Scotland’s most significant medieval monasteries. It played a crucial role in Scottish history, particularly as the place where the Declaration of Arbroath was drafted in 1320, a document asserting Scotland’s independence.
The Declaration of Arbroath is one of Scotland’s most important historical documents, symbolizing Scottish independence and national identity.
In 1320, during a turbulent period of Scottish history marked by wars of independence against England, Scottish nobles and barons came together to draft the Declaration of Arbroath. This letter, addressed to Pope John XXII, sought to affirm Scotland’s status as an independent kingdom and to request the Pope’s intervention in the conflict with England.
I can highly recommend the Abbey for a visit, as it is a very interesting site.
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Lee
Good morning, here are some images taken whilst sailing through a Scottish windfarm.
Hello,
I hope that you are well and have had a lovely weekend.
Today I thought Id share a couple of simple shots from a recent hike up Loch Brandy.
Loch Brandy is a superb example of a mountain corrie, backed by craggy slopes and cradling a perfect loch. The walk has the benefit of a very well-constructed path making this a good short and relatively easy hillwalk.
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Lee
Happy Monday.
A couple of images from an offshore work site.
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Today id like to share an image of the Friarton Bridge in Scotland.
With me working in Aberdeen and travelling the 350 miles each weekend home, i have driven over the bridge numerous times and the scale over the amazing Scottish landscape has always been a nice part pf the journey.
Friarton Bridge Is a steel box girder bridge with a concrete deck, across the River Tay on the southeastern outskirts of Perth, Scotland. The bridge was designed by Freeman Fox and Partners with the team being led by Dr Oleg Kerensky. The bridge was a pair of steel box girders (one under each carriage way) 4.3 m wide overlaid by a lightweight concrete deck. It forms part of the eastern spur of the M90 between junctions 10 (Craigend) and 11 (Broxden), the most northerly motorway junction in the UK. It also forms part of the important east coast road corridor from Edinburgh through to Dundee and Aberdeen. It was the first large box girder bridge to be built to the Merrison Rules which were introduced in 1973 after the collapse during construction of three box girder bridges during the 1970s. The bridge was strengthened during the 2000s to cope with modern traffic loadings.
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Lee
Hello,
Today ill like to show how an oil rig offloads new supplies, which range from equipment, tools and most importantly food!
While it is down to the crane operator to offload the containers from the supply vessel, it is all orchestrated by the offshore materials coordinator.
The materials controller duties:
Arranging for the despatch and delivery of materials and goods
Making sure that materials and equipment have the necessary certification.
Ensuring that relevant stores are aware of deliveries and that they allocate space for goods on arrival.
Chasing up suppliers to ensure goods and materials are delivered on time to meet business needs.
Maintaining the materials management system.
Preparing reports on materials receipt and delivery and on the performance of suppliers
Acting as a focal point for suppliers and internal departments for questions about materials scheduling, problems, and the like.
Norwegian supply vessel crew, unhooking the containers.
