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Dave Coulson

@cheesindave.bsky.social
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Internationally published photographer and Hong Konger who now lives in Edinburgh, Scotland www.davecoulson.co.uk

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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
#Edinburgh Fridge Festival appears to have been tampered with.
3 discarded fridges in a car park in Edinburgh with faces dawn on them and one with a traffic cone on top.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
#Edinburgh Fridge Festival appears to have taken a slightly sinister turn
3 dumped fridges/freezers with faces painted on them in a car park in Edinburgh.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
A very good morning from Nairnshire in northern Scotland. © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #sunrise
A stunning red sky shortly before sunrise on Nairn East Beach, with the colourful sky reflecting in the wet sand and sea.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
A few of my photos from in and around Prince Edward/Mong Kok MTR Stations on 31st Aug 2019 in Hong Kong. Before and after 'police' stormed the station attacking people indiscriminately 7 years ago today. © Dave Coulson Photography #hongkong #photojournalism
The inside of an MTR train carriage after a fight took place between pro government supporters and protesters on 31st August 2019 in Prince Edward MTR station. Showing the empty carriage covered in a white substance from a fire extinguisher and discarded umbrellas water bottles and a pole.The inside of a full MTR train carriage as a fight was breaking out, which began due to pro government supporters attacking a member of the press. A young lady received first aid treatment on the platform of Prince Edward MTR station.Riot police hiding behind large riot shields out Mong Kok police station with red paint on the ground and press in the background.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
#Edinburgh Fridge Festival appears to be gaining in popularity
A photograph of three abandoned refrigerators in a car park in Edinburgh, Scotland.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
#Edinburgh Fridge Festival
Two refrigerators stored outside in a car park in Edinburgh, with faces painted on them.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
The stunning Inveraray on a beautiful summer's day © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #drone
A drone photograph from above Inveraray in the western Highlands of Scotland. On the shore of Loch Fyne. Taken on a warm sunny day.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
How many wild flowers can you see amongst the crops? © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #drone
A drone photograph from above a lush green farmers field which is full of crops, wild flowers and interesting shapes from presumably a tractor.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
7 years ago today Hong Kong authorities decided violence and tear gas was their response to legitimate protests around the Central Government Offices in Admiralty on Hong Kong Island. A few of my photos from that very long surreal day. © Dave Coulson Photography #Hongkong #hkprotests #antiELAB
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
7 years ago today 1 million people in Hong Kong took to the streets in opposition of the proposed extradition bill. A few of my photos from that very long day. © Dave Coulson Photography #hongkong #hkprotest #antiELAB
A photograph shot in Wanchai, Hong Kong Island showing the crowds while 1 million people matched in protest of the then proposed extradition bill. Most protesters wore white that day.People holding banners with arms crossed outside the central government offices in Hong Kong.A lady known locally as female longhair holding a political banner in front of a line of riot police.Hong Kong Police charging into a protest with batons and riot shields.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Never forget #June4th #TiananmenSquare #8964
The famous tankman photograph from Beijing in 1989, when a lone man stood in front of tanks advancing on Tiananmen Square.Chinese democracy protesters and PLA soldiers sitting opposite each other on Tiananmen Square before the massacre.The goddess of democracy statue on Tiananmen Square with the portrait of dictator Mao Zedong clearly displayed and Chinese democracy protesters with many banners.Chinese democracy protesters sitting on Tiananmen Square with fists raised in the air in defiance of the Chinese Communist Party.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
A colourful Edinburgh from Calton Hill © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh
A cityscape photograph of Edinburgh from Calton Hill showing Edinburgh Castle lit up, The Balmoral hotel clock tower lit in red and and Scott Monument. In the foreground Dugald Stewart monument stands tall on Calton Hill.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
The Meadows, cherry blossom and Arthur's Seat © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh #cherryblossom
An aerial photograph of Cherry blossom trees in bloom on a sunny morning during golden hour with the early morning sun illumating the trees. Arthur's Seat is silhouetted in the background.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
A few of my photos from the Beltane Fire Festival in Edinburgh welcoming the 1st of May and summer. © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh #beltane
Crowds watching the Beltane Fire Festival at the unfinished National Monument on Calton Hill.A group of fire dancers, one lady blowing on the fire with her mouth while others watch.A fire dancer looking directly at the camera while performing with fire.Two participants dressed in white clothing with plants in their hair watching the large bonfire burn shortly after midnight.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Golden hour at the Meadows this morning © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh #cherryblossom
An aerial photograph of cherry blossom trees in bloom in the Meadows, Edinburgh. With early morning sunshine illumating the trees in the meadows. Taken from 390ft above the meadows.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Cherry blossom and sunshine, a beautiful combination © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh #cherryblossom
A photograph of cherry blossom trees in bloom in the Meadows, Edinburgh. With people going about their day, shopping for books at a stall, cycling and relaxing in the sunshine on the grass.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Cherry blossom and haar in the Meadows © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh #cherryblossom
An aerial photograph of cherry blossom trees in bloom in the meadows in Edinburgh on a misty (haar) morning.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
One of my old drone shots from above Sham Shui Po
A drone shot from early 2019 showing Sham Shui Po and Kowloon from the air.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Sunshine, cherry blossom and Edinburgh Castle from the Meadows © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #cherryblossom
An aerial photograph of cherry blossom trees in bloom in the meadows in Edinburgh with Edinburgh Castle and part of the city in the background on a sunny day.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Cherry Blossom season has begun in the Meadows © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh #cherryblossom
An elderly lady strolling through the Meadows with Cherry blossom in bloom.A young lady walking through the meadows surrounded by Cherry blossom.A young stylish photographer exploring cherry blossom trees in the Meadows, Edinburgh.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Early morning on the High Street © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #scotland
A photograph of a deserted Edinburgh High Street in the early hours of the morning showing the Tron Kirk and surrounding buildings.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Anyone for coffee? © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh
The Milkman coffee shop at the top of Cockburn Street early in the morning, while staff are preparing to open for the day.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
A peaceful High Street in the early hours © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh
The Royal Mile aka High Street in Edinburgh lined with colourful bollards. Scotland and UK flags flying on the empty street very early in the morning.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
A very chilly and wet, yet stunning Glencoe © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland
Hills/mountains in Glencoe in the Highlands of Scotland in winter with snow on the high ground on a very wet day with a lot of rainfall very visibly coming down the hills.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Hairy Cows at Creag Meagaidh National Nature Reserve © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland
Highland cattle aka Hairy Coos standing in a field on a very wet rainy day, with snow covered hills in background partially hidden by low clouds.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Kung hei fat choi! Happy lunar new year! 恭喜發財! 🧧 新年快樂! 🧧 心想事成! 🧧 祝身體健康!🧧
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
The old and the new © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #scotland
A photograph showing modern buildings next to the Meadows in central Edinburgh with Edinburgh Castle behind.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 30/12/2025
Vikings from Shetland starting off the Edinburgh Torchlight Procession for the beginning of Hogmanay celebrations last night © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #scotland
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Mind Yersel - Castle of Light at Edinburgh Castle © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #scotland
A photograph showing inside the grounds of Edinburgh Castle during Castle of Light while it was raining heavily. With a light spelling out 'Mind Yersel' above a gate with people passing through.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Edinburgh Castle - Castle of Light from a very damp last night © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #scotland
A photograph showing the front entrance to Edinburgh Castle lit up during Castle of Light during heavy rain.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
Happy St. Andrew's Day 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 © Dave Coulson Photography #StAndrewsDay #scotland
A photograph of the Forth Bridge towering over North Queensferry in the foreground in daylight.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 09/11/2025
Lest We Forget A few of my photos from Remembrance Sunday a couple of years ago. © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #RemembranceSunday
A man in a military uniform laying a wreath during a Remembrance Sunday service on the Royal Mile in 2022.Former members of the armed forces marching in line to lay wreathes for those who gave their lives in service to their country. Retired former military men lined up during a Remembrance Sunday service on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh in 2022.Soldiers marching in Scottish military uniforms including kilts and carrying bagpipes on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh in 2022, during a Remembrance Sunday service.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
A few of my photos from Samhuinn Fire Festival during Halloween on the 31st October on Calton Hill. This festival is a modern interpretation of a Celtic festival with fire, music and dance. © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #samhuinn
A photograph showing the beginning of a parade on Calton Hill with people in costumes carrying flaming torches. A photograph of a lady who appears to be dressed as some kind of elaborate mushroom dancing with fire.A photograph of a man's face wearing green and purple face paint who appears to look scary.A photograph of a lady wearing a costume with green and purple face paint dancing.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 26/10/2025
As it begins to get colder in Edinburgh, here's a snowy Vennel from last year. © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #scotland
A photograph showing the Vennel in Edinburgh, while it was snowing with Edinburgh castle barely visible during snowfall.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
The bright lights of Edinburgh © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #scotland
A photograph showing the Edinburgh skyline including Balmoral Hotel clock tower, Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle during blue hour as the buildings are lit up.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Autumn in Edinburgh © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #scotland
A photograph showing the famous Balmoral Hotel clock tower, Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle with autumnal foliage.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
The Balmoral Hotel clock tower and Princes Street during blue hour last night © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #scotland
A photograph showing the famous Balmoral Hotel clock tower lit in blue lighting. Plus the bright lights of Princes Street and traffic.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
A street corner in Falkland, Scotland © Dave Coulson Photography #fife #scotland
A photograph of a picturesque street corner in Fife, Scotland. With a bicycle being used to advertise a vintage clothing shop on a street of stone cottages.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 05/10/2025
Tonight in Hong Kong the Fire Dragon Festival will begin. 中秋節快樂! Hong Kongers. A few of my photos from the Tai Hang Fire Dragon dance back in 2018. © Dave Coulson Photography #hongkong #midautumnfestival #firedragon
A young girl on someone's shoulders watching the dancing with an incense ball in the background. During the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance in Hong Kong 2018.Tai Hang Fire Dance decoration during the festival. During the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance in Hong Kong 2018.People carrying and spinning balls of incense during the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance in Hong Kong 2018.A lit Fire Dragon head during the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance in Hong Kong 2018.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
Today is China and Hong Kong's National Day, when Hong Kongers are supposed to celebrate the founding of the People's Republic of China. Obviously many in Hong Kong don't feel like celebrating. This is how I spent my last national day in Hong Kong back in 2019. © Dave Coulson Photography #hongkong
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
A sparrow relaxing on crab pots at Arbroath Harbour © Dave Coulson Photography #birds #scotland
A photograph of a small sparrow sitting on top of a pile of crab/lobster pots on the dock at Arbroath Harbour in Angus, Scotland.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
A beautiful street on the seafront in Pittenweem © Dave Coulson Photography #fife #scotland
A photograph of a row of well kept colourful homes on the seafront in Pittenweem, photo taken on a sunny day including a lady sitting on her steps having a cuppa.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
A chatty robin near the shores of Loch Leven. © Dave Coulson Photography #birds #scotland
A photograph of a European robin sitting on a branch in a tree. I was alerted to its presence by its song. There are some leaves from the tree in the foreground.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 21/09/2025
Early morning in Anstruther © Dave Coulson Photography #fife #scotland
A photograph of Anstruther during blue hour early in the morning. Showing the village and harbour from across the bay, with some colourful clouds before sunrise and some rocks in the foreground of a long exposure shot.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
Crab pots at Cellardyke Harbour © Dave Coulson Photography #fife #scotland
A photograph of some crab or lobster pots at the harbour in Cellardyke, East Neuk, Fife. On a bright sunny day.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
A stroll through the picturesque Pittenweem © Dave Coulson Photography #fife #scotland
A photograph of a couple walking hand in hand past colourful cottages on the sea front in the picturesque fishing village of Pittenweem in East Neuk, Fife.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
A pretty scene in Cellardyke © Dave Coulson Photography #fife #scotland
A photograph of a white cottage at Cellardyke harbour. One side of the cottage is in bright sunshine with the other in shade.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
A beachside cottage in the beautiful Anstruther © Dave Coulson Photography #fife #scotland
A photograph of a stone cottage leading to the beach and rocks as well as the harbour. The cottage has sandstone walls and a red roof, photo taken early in the morning.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
Pittenweem at low tide © Dave Coulson Photography #fife #scotland
An aerial photograph of the picturesque fishing village of Pittenweem in East Neuk, Fife. With the morning sunshine illuminating the historic buildings around the harbour. With the harbour wall leading into the heart of the village.
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Dave Coulson @cheesindave.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
Silly o'clock in Anstruther this morning © Dave Coulson Photography #fife #scotland
A long exposure photograph showing the waterfront in Anstruther lit up by street lights with rocks in the foreground and a smooth looking sea in between.
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