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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

There's no roof above the upper floors at Linlithgow Palace #Scotland as it was destroyed by fire centuries ago. Could be an eerie spot to experience a solar eclipse. (1/2) #WindowsOnWednesday #EastCoastKin #ClassicMono #photography #architecturephotography #BlackAndWhitePhotography #monochrome

Black and white photograph framing a courtyard view through a heavy, rectangular stone doorway. The surrounding wall is composed of rough, weathered stone masonry with a subtle arch pattern and a central circular carved detail set into the stonework directly above the lintel. Through the opening, a lighter stone wall features two small, square, dark window openings set high up, looking reminiscent of a stylized face. A stone tiled walkway leads into the courtyard and off through a shadowed passage to the right. High contrast and deep shadows emphasize the texture and age of the ancient architecture.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Glasgow University (part 2) After escaping the selfie crews amongst the cloisters, made it to the outside 👀 🏃‍♂️ #ECK #ClassicMono #BlackAndWhitePhotography #Monochrome #ArchitecturePhotography #GothicArchitecture #Glasgow #Scotland #photography

High-contrast black and white architectural photograph looking up at the towering Victorian Gothic spire of the University of Glasgow. The stone facade is intricate and heavily textured, framed against a dramatic, cloudy sky. Low-angle perspective highlighting the sharp geometry of the arches, turrets, and windows.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Sailing past Lismore Lighthouse on Eilean Musdile, viewed from the paddle steamer Waverley after leaving Oban, #Scotland #ECK #EastCoastKin #ClassicMono #Monochrome #photography #travel #landscapephotography #lighthouse

A dramatic black and white photograph of Lismore Lighthouse (Eilean Musdile) off the coast of Oban, Scotland, captured from the water. The stark white lighthouse tower and its walled keeper's cottages sit on a low, rocky islet in the midground. The sea in the foreground is dark and choppy, while the sky above is filled with heavy, dark storm clouds, creating an intense contrast with the bright white structure.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

There be pirates ahead.... well not really, the all jumped ship and went ashore in Atrani for lunch. Even pirates have to eat well sometimes...🏴‍☠️☠️ #ECK #classicmono #photography #amalficoast #italy #travel #seascape #minimalism #monchrome #blackandwhite

A black and white photograph of a large, multi-masted tall ship floating on a calm, serene ocean. The horizon softly blends into a misty, overcast sky with dramatic cloud formations above. The ship is positioned on the right side of the frame, creating a minimalist and moody atmosphere.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Loved your image. It had an amazing minimalist painterly feel to it. The gallery is a lovely space so will definitely be visiting it regularly. Was a real treat to see a print from a BlueSky photographer displayed locally!

Glasgow Gallery of Photography- looking from the back towards the front

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

They could probably do with one of these. Free with every bag of frozen chips 😎

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

The old stone slipway made a good spot to try a long exposure shot in the old fishing village of #Pittenweem in #Fife #Scotland #ECK #EastCoastKin #ClassicMono #Monochrome #photography #travel

A long-exposure black and white photograph of the old stone slipway at Pittenweem, Scotland. Silky, smooth water surrounds the jagged, dark rocks on the left and weathered wooden pilings on the right, under a soft, streaked cloudy sky.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Stumbled across this amazing place in St Monans, Fife, #scotland. Massive collection of cameras from across the years. Original collector no longer with us. Now run by two very friendly and informative curators. If you’re in the area, well worth a visit. #photography #ECK #travel #cameras

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Hard astern - the paddle steamer Waverley 'reversing' away from Oban pier after dropping off passengers from a cruise around the islands. #ECK #photography #travel #eastcoastkin #scotland #pswaverley

The PS Waverley, the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer, reversing away from Oban pier. The ship features two red-and-black funnels and a large paddle wheel, set against a backdrop of rolling mountains and sparkling water.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

The paddle steamer Waverley berthed opposite 2 of CalMac’s finest in Oban #Scotland on a glorious Scottish evening. #ECK #eastcoastkin #classicmono #photography #travel #monochrome

A black-and-white photograph capturing a misty harbor scene in Oban, Scotland. In the foreground, the stern of the historic paddle steamer PS Waverley is docked at the pier, with its name and port of registry, "WAVERLEY GLASGOW," clearly visible in bold lettering. A thick mooring rope stretches from the vessel to a weathered metal bollard on the wet concrete pier. A flag on a tall staff flies near an old-fashioned ship's wheel on deck. In the mid-ground, two large CalMac car ferries are docked at adjacent piers, including the Isle of Mull. The background features a steep, densely wooded hillside dotted with coastal houses, all partially shrouded in a soft, overcast mist.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

This pedestrian bridge spanning the river Clyde in Glasgow between Govan and Partick created some dramatic angles when viewed from below. #UrbanGaze #ECK #classicmono #eastcoastkin #photography #blackandwhite #monochrome #Scotland

A black and white, low-angle shot of a modern cable-stayed bridge. The bridge features a tall, sleek pylon that tapers toward the top, with thick suspension cables extending down to the bridge deck. The perspective looks upward from beneath the structure, highlighting the geometric patterns of the railing and cables against a dramatic, overcast sky filled with soft, textured clouds.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

There was a lot of symmetry going on in this one in the Fairfield shipbuilding museum... #ECK #classicmono #eastcoastkin #photography #blackandwhite #monochrome #travel #Glasgow #Scotland

A high-angle, black and white photograph of an ornate, symmetrical ceiling. A large, multi-tiered crystal chandelier hangs in the center, glowing brightly. The ceiling features decorative rectangular and circular molding. Below, two globe pendant lights and two tall, decorative wrought-iron floor lamps flank the central archway, creating a balanced, mirror-like composition.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Ghostly Echoes from the past - Visited the Fairfield Heritage Museum which tells the story of shipbuilding in #Govan. It's located in what was the headquarters of Fairfield Shipbuilding Company. #ECK #classicmono #eastcoastkin #photography #blackandwhite #monochrome #travel #Glasgow #Scotland

A black and white photograph looking down a grand, symmetrical corridor at the Fairfield Heritage Centre. The hallway features a series of high, ornate arches leading into the distance, with spherical globe pendant lights hanging from the ceiling. On the left, a large painting and a model ship in a glass display case are visible. The polished wooden floors reflect the bright lights, creating a long trail of highlights down the center of the frame.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

The Port Glasgow Perch - Take 2 Previously posted a version of this which had hazy hills between sea and sky. Wanted to try more minimalist look so have removed the hills giving more 'arty' feel (hopefully!) #ECK #classicmono #eastcoastkin #photography #blackandwhite #monochrome #travel #Scotland

A long-exposure, black and white photograph of a solitary, checkerboard-patterned lighthouse standing in the middle of a calm, misty sea. The water and sky blend seamlessly into smooth, horizontal gradients of gray, creating a minimalist and serene atmosphere. The lighthouse is the central focal point, reflecting slightly on the still surface of the water.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

These trees stood out in the bog looking like wishbones reflected in the murky water... #ECK #EastCoastKin #ClassicMono #photography #Scotland #BlackAndWhite #Monochrome #Nature

A vertical black-and-white photograph of a swampy woodland. Several leaning, textured tree trunks dominate the foreground, their dark forms reflected clearly in a still pool of water below. The background is filled with a dense thicket of bare branches. Sunlight glints off the surface of the water between the dark reflections, creating a high-contrast, moody scene.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

#PostProcess #TonalShift Thanks for the Challenge! All Lightroom - Took overall exposure down Luminance mask to raise exposure on brightest rocks Darkened sky /linear gradient Cropped to emphasize rock structures left and center plus some basic tonal adjustments #ECK #EastCoastKin #ClassicMono

A high-angle, black-and-white photograph of the Grand Canyon. The image captures the vast scale of the canyon with dramatic lighting that emphasizes the jagged ridges and deep shadows of the rock formations. In the distance, a flat horizon line meets a clear sky, while a winding trail is visible in the darker foreground. The high contrast between the brightly lit plateaus and the shadowed crevices highlights the geological layers and textures of the landscape.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

The Port Glasgow Perch. My first attempt at a long exposure with ND filter. The sea wasn’t very rough and the sky was hazy so the effect wasn’t too dramatic but was interesting to give it a try. #classicmono #eastcoastkin #photography #blackandwhite #monochrome #travel #Scotland

A black and white long-exposure photograph of a small, checkered lighthouse standing in the middle of a calm body of water. The water has a smooth, misty appearance from the long exposure. In the background, rolling hills and a distant coastline sit under a soft, streaky sky. The lighthouse is the central focal point, painted in a dark and light block pattern.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Before the crush. I was tempted to take these home with me but managed to resist 😀 #classicmono #eastcoastkin #photography #blackandwhite #monochrome #travel

A close-up, black and white photograph of a dense cluster of ripe grapes hanging from a vine in a vineyard. The grapes are in sharp focus, showing fine details of their skin and a few water droplets, while the background of vine rows is softly blurred into a bokeh effect. A large, veined grape leaf is visible in the lower right foreground.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

A view of the Tuscan countryside from a little path outside Monteriggioni. The foliage from the trees made a nice frame for the scene with the path and fence leading down to the buildings. #ClassicMono #EastCoastKin #Photography #BlackAndWhite #Monochrome #Italy #Travel #Landscape

A black and white photograph of the Tuscan countryside near Monteriggioni, Italy. A path leads toward a wooden fence overlooking a valley of rolling hills and trees. A small stone building is visible in the distance. The entire scene is framed by the dark, overhanging branches and silhouettes of large trees in the foreground, creating a natural vignette. The sky is bright with soft, scattered clouds.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Close encounters of the Kelpie kind... Seen from this angle, directly underneath, this Kelpie loses its horse head and looks more like it comes from another galaxy. #EastCoastKin #ClassicMono #Photography #TheKelpies #BlackAndWhitePhotography #Architecture #Monochrome #Alien #Scotland

A black and white, low-angle photograph of one of the Kelpies. The sculpture is made of hundreds of interlocking steel plates held together by rivets, creating a textured, armor-like surface. The long, tapering base leads up to a bulbous, mechanical head on which only the nostrils are visible, making it look like an alien.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Must be time for another Kelpie post or two.... The way the sun was breaking through the steel was pretty neat😎 1/2 #EastCoastKin #ClassicMono #Photography #Scotland #BlackAndWhitePhotography #Monochrome

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Inside the beast. This is the cab of a South African Railways steam locomotive built in Glasgow in 1944. Brought back to Glasgow in 2007, it was restored and now housed in the Riverside Transport Museum. #EastCoastKin #ClassicMono #Scotland #Photography #BlackAndWhitePhotography #Monochrome

The interior cab of a vintage steam locomotive. The image shows the complex backhead of the boiler, featuring multiple circular pressure gauges, brass valves, levers, and a large firebox door at the bottom. The lighting creates deep shadows and sharp highlights on the metallic surfaces.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

A matter of perspective - Always look up, but don’t forget to look down... 👀 (Taken in Glasgow Gallery of Modern Art) #EastCoastKin #ClassicMono #Architecture #BnW #Photography #monochrome #Scotland #travel

A black-and-white architectural shot looking directly up through a multi-story oval atrium. The tiers are lined with decorative iron railings and white molding, leading the eye toward a large, intricate stained-glass skylight at the center. Soft lighting along the ceiling edges highlights the symmetrical, neoclassical design.

A black-and-white, high-angle bird's-eye view looking down an oval staircase atrium. An ornate wrought-iron railing circles the dark-carpeted floor, looking down onto a bright, tiled lower level where a person stands in a doorway. The walls are adorned with large floral patterns and museum display banners.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Last one from Glasgow Cathedral Was hoping for a bit of Bach'n'Roll but the organist was nowhere to be seen 🎹🎵 #photography #travel #EastCoastKin #ClassicMono #Scotland #architecture

A black and white, low-angle photograph of a large pipe organ mounted on a stone wall inside a Gothic cathedral.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Another image from Glasgow Cathedral. 'Downstairs' this time. A cold January day is a good time to visit. Less fellow visitors to compete with for the best photo opportunities. 🥶 #photography #travel #EastCoastKin #ClassicMono #Scotland

A black and white photograph looking down a Gothic cathedral aisle. Thick, clustered stone columns support a vaulted ceiling with numerous white ribs. In the foreground there's a black metal light stand.In the background, small pointed-arch windows and rows of wooden pews are visible.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Despite having lived in or near Glasgow for decades, I'd never actually been inside the cathedral. Rectified that today. #photography #travel #EastCoastKin #ClassicMono #Scotland

A black and white photograph of a Gothic cathedral's interior. In the center, a large, multi-paned stained-glass window is filled with intricate patterns. The window is framed by towering stone arches and columns. Above, a dark wooden ceiling features decorative ribs and small heraldic shields.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Someone appears to have lost their head... (From a display in Glasgow Gallery of Modern Art) #photography #monochrome #blackandwhite #EastCoastKin #ClassicMono #Sculpture

A black-and-white photograph of a light-colored, sculpted human head resting in a woven wickerbasket. The head, which appears to be made of plaster or clay, faces upward with eyes closed and is nestled on a bed of dry straw or hay. The basket sits on a rustic wooden platform, and the scene is dramatically lit from above, casting deep shadows against a completely dark background.

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Walking Far @walkingfar.bsky.social · 27/12/2025

Venice after dark - once the day trippers depart and the sun sets, a stillness descends on the canals and footsteps echo into the night. 🔦🌚👻 #Photography #StreetPhotography #Venice #Venezia #NightPhotography #BWPhotography #blackandwhite #EastCoastKin #ClassicMono #italy #italia #travel

A black and white night photograph of a canal in Venice. On the left, "Ristorante alla Conchiglia" is brightly illuminated, its outdoor tables tucked under dark umbrellas with warm lights glowing beneath. The calm water of the canal reflects the restaurant's lights and the dark silhouettes of moored boats. In the center, a stone bridge arches over the water, leading the eye toward the shadowed historic buildings in the background. The atmosphere is quiet and cinematic.

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