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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

The chances of anything coming from Leith were a million to one he said... Three offshore wind turbine platforms tower over the docks waiting for onward transportation. #photo #photography #leith #edinburgh #samsung #scotland #renewables #lightroom

Three bright yellow structures tower over buildings and cars around Leith docks (although there are many more out of shot). They are platforms for offshore wind turbines waiting to be transported away on barges. A line of bollards in the foreground are there to prevent cars from crossing into the pedestrian square. I made the rest of the photo mono to make the platforms stand out. They are reminiscent of the tripods in War of the Worlds (to me, at least). The original photo was taken on my phone but the special effects were done in Adobe Lightroom.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

I was out for another long walk in the Cairngorm mountains today. Here's the view looking South on our way out. We ascended Derry Cairngorm which is the prominent peak in the distance to the right of shot. It was cold and windy on the tops. #scotland #photo #photography #walking #scenery #landscape

A scene showing lochs, mountains and valleys shot in the highlands of Scotland. The foreground shows tussocks of grass with many granite boulders poking through. The sky is blue but very cloudy. Mountains shown include Derry Cairngorm and Beinn Mheadhoin which has the granite tors on its summit ridge. Taken on 28th September 2026 near Cairngorm mountain.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

A ruined bothy, barely marked on the map, sits in the shadow of Mount Keen, the most easterly of the Munros (mountains of over 3000 feet). #photography #photo #mono #classicmono #landscape #ruin #Scotland #walking

A ruined bothy sits amongst the heather in the Scottish Highlands.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

A view from the ridge. The West end of Loch Avon, Hell's Lum and the Shelterstone crag yesterday, prior to our ascent of Afterthought Arete. The granite tors of Beinn Mheadhoin are clearly visible in the distance across the Loch #video #cairngorm #climbing #scotland #scenery #landscape #mountains

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

The confluence of the Vltava and Elbe rivers at Melnik in Bohemia taken near the end of the first day of our cycle from Prague to Dresden a few weeks ago. It was around 38°C (100°F) due to the heatwave! #photography #photo #travel #Czechia #bohemia #melnik #cycling #phonephoto #landscape #view

A view down an embankment over a vineyard towards the confluence of two rivers the Vltava, which runs from Prague, and the Elbe. The area near the rivers is forested and farmland stretches to the horizon. Taken in Melnik from the road just below the castle. Taken during the heatwave in late June 2026.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

A courtyard in Dresden after some welcome rain during the heatwave a couple of weeks ago. Our 5-day cycle there from Prague coincided with 40C temps. Toasty! Taken with my Canon compact. #dresden #travel #classicmono #mono #b&w #canon #G5XMkII #architecture #photo #photography

A deserted courtyard featuring a line of arches with various deer (and ibex?) heads interspersed between them. Some of the flagstones are wet from recent rain.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

I was up Aonach Mor and Aonach Beag in the Nevis Range yesterday. My friend caught this shot of me descending one of the ski pistes. The runs aren't complete so there weren't any skiers about. It's still winter up there! #photography #Scotland #nevisrange #mobile #hillwalking #summerinscotland

A walker descends a snow slope. Skies are blue and there is some dramatic cloud in the background. Some ski tows are also visible. The ski runs were not complete so there were no skiers around.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Trying out follow mode on my new drone down at the local climbing wall before take it outside. We got there for opening so noone else was around to annoy with it. It worked pretty well (no sound). #photography #dji #neo2 #drone #leith #alienrock #edinburgh #climbingwall

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

An uncannily life-like sculpture of the artist's mother's head. Displayed in Malaga Museum which is worthwhile visting for only €1.50 for non-EU residents (damn Brexit to hell). #photo #photography #malaga #museodemalaga #art #sculpture #spain #travel #canon #iwouldnthaveitinmyhouse

A very lifelike clay sculpture of the artist's mother's head. The artist in question is Enrique Marin Heguero and his mother was called Maria. It is displayed in a glass case in the Museo de Malaga which also has a great archaeology section, if you're into that sort of thing.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

In the Cueva del Tresoro near Rincon de la Victoria, outside Malaga. Nice and quiet at this time of year. Cave art is said to exist here but it's off limits to the general public (boo!). #photography #photo #cuevadeltresoro #cave #highISO #spain #travel #malaga #rincondelavictoria #canon #noflash

A view of the Cueva del Tresoro (Cave of Treasure) near Malaga. The picture shows a walkway traversing the cave crossing some very blue pools of water. The cave walls are quite yellow, in contrast. The name came about because people believed that Muslims may have hidden treasure here years ago when fleeing the Christians after they retook Spain. None was ever found and one person blew himself up while trying to look for it!

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Barbecue time. I'd never tried espetas until a couple of years ago but now I insist on eating them at least once during every trip to Malaga. #photography #photo #malaga #espetas #barbecue #pedregalejo #travel #spain #food #canon #yum

Sardines (aspetas) being barbecued on metal skewers over a wood fire in an old boat at Pedregalejo beach near Malaga. Heat haze obscures the busy promenade in the background. We make the short bus trip here regularly now, every time we're in Malaga.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

A procession of spires and steeples in my home city taken a short time ago. Captured from Calton Hill. No processing. #photography #photo #scape #city #Edinburgh #Scotland #nofilter #travel #canon

A view of Edinburgh city centre this afternoon. A haze is diffusing the sunlight coming from the west allowing the many spires and steeples (and a couple of cranes) to stand out. Taken using my 100-400mm lens and imported directly onto my phone.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

A lone porter picks his way through the moraines carrying a heavy load towards Gorak Shep. Himalayan giants tower over him. November 2011. #photo #photography #nepal #mountains #khumbu #pumori #himalaya #porter #travel #glacier #canon

A porter carries a heavy load over a glacier covered in moraine (rock pulverised by the movement of the glacier). Skies are deep blue and cloud gathers around the mountain peaks towering overhead. The peak to the right is Pumori, one of the 8,000m summits.

Canon EOS550D and Tamron 18-200mm
ISO200 18mm f/11 1/500s
5th November 2011 10.58am

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

The rising sun highlights a huge plume of spindrift blowing over the Mont Blanc range in the French Alps. Taken at dawn on approach to the Dome du Gouter during an unsuccessful attempt on Mont Blanc in 2014. #photo #photography #mountains #snow #france #chamonix #alps #scenery #glacier #canon

A mountain range obscured by cloud and a backlit plume of windblown snow (spindrift). Taken on approach to Mont Blanc, mountains visible include the Aiguille du Midi left of centre and the Aiguille Verte being the obvious high peak in the background. To the right of this peak in the far distance the distinctive pyramid of the Matterhorn can also be discerned.

Taken on my Canon EOS6D and 24-105mm F4L lens on 11th September 2014 at 6:19am
73mm ISO400 f8 1/400 sec.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

The Mediterranean at Menton in mono! It was just a little too choppy for swimming that day! #photography #photo #mono #classicmono #b&w #sea #waves #france #menton #travel #canon

A wind-blown wave breaks against a shingle beach. A promenade and beachfront hotels are visible in the background.

Menton 19th Feb 2026
85mm ISO100 f/8 1/1250sec.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

A quaint staircase in the hilltop village of Saint Paul de Vence near Nice, last week. #photo #photography #travel #france #provence #steps #quaint #saintpauldevence #canon

A stone staircase leading to the entrance to a hotel in the ancient hilltop village of Saint Paul de Vence near Nice in southern France. Overhanging plants and painted shutters enhance the romantic feel of the location and the city walls can just be made out in the background.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

The Basilica of the Archangel Michael in Menton on the French Riviera. Taken from the ramps below that lead up from the marina. #photography #photo #classicmono #mono #b&w #france #menton #travel #church #architecture #canon

A white church contrasted against a cloudless sky. A series of ramps are visible below that lead up to the courtyard in front. Menton, SE France.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

A stunningly made up performer photographed during a night parade at this year's Lemon festival in Menton. I'd been neglecting my old Canon 24-105 F4L zoom recently but it's still a very versatile lens! #photography #photo #performer #festival #feteducitron #france #menton #travel #night

A performer with elaborate make up and with decorations through her hair looks to the left of shot. She is wearing white to match the illuminated wings that she's wielding. Another performer on a platform is visible beyond her although she extends out of the top of the shot. (Menton, France 2026 Lemon Festival - 105mm f4.5 ISO12800 1/60th sec with light noise reduction applied in Lightroom)

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Out and about in the Highlands on my mountain bike with youngest son today. It's great to get out in the wild away from the city for a change. #photography #samsung #mobile #bike #nature #highlands #scotland #mountainbike #trail #scenic #landscape #photo

A forest trail with a mountain bike to one side. Scots pine and brush predominate.

A view down a trail towards a distant mountain which has snow near the summit.

A cyclist on a logging road. Trees have been cleared leaving a wide open scene. Mountains are in the distance.

Typical forest scene near Aviemore in the Highlands of Scotland. A bike trail had of through a stand of Scots pine.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

I was thinking about updating my NAS box at home until I saw the price of RAM and SSDs at the moment. All down to the so-called 'AI' hype bubble. This comment popped up on a YouTube video I was watching that says it all (thanks to OP)... #computing #AI #bubble #LLM #thinkforyourself #RAM #SSD

A comment about the root of the current surge in RAM and SSD prices.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

The three Forth Bridges in the distance taken during a walk this morning along the promenade towards Cramond. It was still a little icy underfoot today so I left my bike safely at home this time. #photography #photo #edinburgh #cramond #scotland #coast #scenic #sea #forthbridges #canon

A photo of the three Forth bridges taken from the promenade between Silverknowes and Cramond in Edinburgh. Cramond Island is to the right of shot and the causeway that allows access to it at low tide is also visible.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

I went out for a ride on my bike earlier from my house in Leith along the River Forth to Cramond and back. The weather has been very 'Scottish' recently so it was nice to get out in the dry although there was a headwind and it was quite cold. #photography #bike #edinburgh #cramond #mobile #samsung

A view looking towards Cramond Island in the River Forth. It can be reached by causeway at low tide but people regularly get stranded there when they don't leave enough time for the return journey. Skies are clear and blue although there is some cloud over Fife.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Tunnel in Malaga that leads from Plaza de la Merced towards the marina. There are speakers on every pillar that play music as you walk through. #photo #photography #classicmono #mono #b&w #malaga #spain #canon #85mm

A shot taken down a tunnel that bends to the left. On teh left of shot there are a line of pillars separating the path from the road with acoustic panels between each one to reduce road noise. The right hand wall is panelled with polished sheeting and light from the end of the tunnel is reflected.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Sunset in the Sierra Nevada above Granada. Taken a couple of years ago during a trip there with friends. We stayed at the University refuge and it was an excellent base. Taken on my compact. #photo #photography #mountains #spain #granada #andalusia #hoyadelamora #travel #sierranevada #G5XmkII

The sun sets over a sea of mountains. The evening haze softens them into the disatnce. The sky is clear but has pink and orange hues due to the humidity in the atmosphere. Taken outside the university refuge at Hoya de la Mora above Granada in Southern Spain in 2023.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

It's my last day of work tomorrow after 29 years working for the same company, having been outsourced twice over the years. I'm going to take a break for a couple of months then I'll be back in the employment market again. It's quite the thought to be attending interviews after such a long time!!

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Another shot from Nepal in 2011 showing the moon rising over Thamserku taken from Namche Bazaar on our way out from Everest base camp. #photography #photo #nepal #mountains #travel #mono #monochrome #classicmono #b&w #canon #tamron #EOS550D

The moon rises over a jagged mountain peak towering over the surrounding hills. A mantle of cloud clings to it's shoulders.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

One from the archives: the Everest group in a storm taken on my walk out from basecamp in late 2011 on my old EOS550D and borrowed Tamron 28-200mm lens. #photography #photo #everest #mountains #nepal #travel #trekking #canon #classicmono #monochrome #mono #b&w

The Everest group in Nepal taken while ferocious winds were tearing across the summits blowing spindrift high into the sky. Taken in November 2011 while I was trekking out from base camp with my group.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

The Sacre Coeur taken on the only sunny day during our trip to Paris last week. Processed in mono to bring out the textures present all over the domes and facades. #photo #photography #paris #scarecoeur #montmartre #travel #architecture #church #monochrome #mono #classicmono #b&w #canon

The upper section of Sacre Coeur in Montmartre, Paris. It shows the domes, spires and statues. The sky is almost clear. Presented in monochrome to bring out the textures and designs present all over the building.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

I've just signed the petition to consider reopening Edinburgh's old South Suburban railway to passengers again since it's been run as freight-only since the 60s. You can do so too, if you're so inclined (and local): c.org/V6DCF4VRHd More about the plans here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUGT...

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Sign the Petition

Reopen Edinburgh's South Sub using Tram-Trains

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Notre Dame Cathedral's vaulted roof above the northern ambulatory walkway. Our first visit since the fire in 2019. #photo #photography #paris #canon #notredamedeparis #notredame #cathedral #architecture #mono #monochrome #classicmono #canon #b&w

A black and white photo taken inside Notre Dame cathedral in Paris. It shows columns to either side and a vaulted ceiling overhead. Some candles are visible in the foreground to the left of shot.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

I was up town again yesterday on an errand after work and it was cold and clear, so I carried my camera and favourite lens with me, just in case. #photography #photo #edinburgh #edinburghcastle #canon #christmas #illuminations #castle #EF85mmf1.4L

A shot of Edinburgh Castle at dusk, illuminated for Christmas, taken from Princes Street. Trees are highlighted in red in the foreground since part of the Christmas market is in the gardens in the valley on the other side of the railings.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

I ventured into the hills yesterday for the first time in far too long. It was bright and dry but bitterly cold in the wind (around -13°C). We were heading to the top of Auchnafree Hill. #photography #photo #mountains #scotland #hillwalking #waterfall #landscape #scenery #perthshire #corbett #canon

A waterfall tumbles down a mountainside below a fording point on an access road. Grass and heather is growing here with a few stunted trees higher up the slopes.

Snow covers the upper slopes of the Ben Lawers range a little further to the north-west. Ben Chonzie to the left of shot also has a dusting. Skies are blue and the grass and heather are browns and yellows.

My walking buddy strides into the distance along an estate track with the Ben Lawers group ahead of him capped in snow. They are over 1,000 feet higher than the hill we were heading to.

A cairn catches the sun during a break in the clouds. The air temperature was just below freezing but a brisk wind made it feel much colder. Skies are blue and some snow-capped mountains are visible in the distance below gathering cloud.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Another walk home after work, another batch of photos taken on the way (wide-angled edition!). I did venture up Calton Hill but it was too windy. A few of the rides in the market were closed. #photography #photo #illuminations #edinburgh #castle #bigwheel #christmas #night #festive #canon #28mm

Edinburgh Castle illuminated for Christmas. The Ross bandstand to the lower left was irretrievably over-exposed, unfortunately. Photographed in Princes Street Gardens West.

Edinburgh Castle illuminated for Christmas. Photographed from Princes Street Gardens West. The lighting effect projected onto castle rock changes periodically.

Princes Street Gardens East illuminated for Christmas. Photo taken from the Christmas Market. Buildings include (from left to right) St Giles Cathedral spire, the headquarters of Bank of Scotland, Church of Scotland, Camera Obscura and the National Gallery.

Looking up at the big wheel in Princes Street Gardens East. Part of the Christmas market.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

The festive season begins. A few shots taken this evening as I walked home after work. #photography #photo #illuminations #edinburgh #castle #baubles #night #festive

A closeup of baubles on some Christmas trees outside a shop in George Street. Lights are visible in the background providing some nice bokeh.

A closeup of baubles on some Christmas trees outside a shop in George Street. Lights and people are discernable in the background depsite being out of focus.

Lights zig-zagging above the path though Princes street gardens west. Trees are illuminated in various colours. The star flyer ride is visible in the distance between the lights. Dry this year!

Edinburgh Castle taken from Princes Street. Illuminated for the festive period, as are the trees and castle rock.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Under the Bridge. In this case the Dean Bridge in Edinburgh. Taken today during a walk through Dean Village at lunchtime. #photography #edinburgh #mono #classicmono #b&w #canon #bridge #scotland

A view of the underside of a large bridge taken through some trees. A lamp post is visible above the main span. Presented in mono to emphasize the texture of the brickwork and the foliage.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Another shot taken during my solo photo walk around Leith last night. I had no tripod with me so I placed my camera on a railing for this one and used the self timer to activate the shutter. (50mm f/11 for 4s @ ISO 800) #photography #photo #canon #leith #longexposure #night #edinburgh

A long exposure shot of the shore in Leith across the Water of Leith taken from Victoria swing bridge.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

I went out for a walk with my camera after dark last night for the first time this winter. This shot was taken handheld (50mm f/8.0 @ 1/13th sec). #photography #photo #mono #classicmono #canon #leith #tram #architecture

Looking down the length of a recently refurbished swing bridge towards a couple out walking their dog as a tram passes by. Presented in monochrome.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

A seemingly unappreciated line of busts in the long room of the library in Trinity College, Dublin. #photography #canon #dublin #library #historic #ireland #cultural

A line of busts faces into a room across a cordon. All of the people in the room are looking away at other objects apparently ignoring them.

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Adrian in Edinburgh @adrianinedinburgh.bsky.social · 06/09/2025

We attended a flamenco show in Málaga on our last night here. Intense, as usual. #photography #flamenco #dance #malaga #travel #canon #EOSR5 #spain

A flamenco dancer performing in front of a guitarist and singers. Her dress catches the spotlight mid-performance.

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