Buildings set within the landscape particularly catch my eye, and I love using light, shadows, and the surrounding environment to showcase their character. While the British weather doesn’t always cooperate, when the conditions are right, there’s nothing better than capturing a building at its very best. From historic churches across the UK and castles throughout Wales to contemporary offices, commercial spaces, landmarks and modern architecture, I enjoy photographing buildings of every style.
Buildings
Castles
In South Wales, we are blessed with some of the most wonderfully restored Castles in the world. In fact, there are more castles per square mile than in any other country of the world. Maybe this is a sign of how rebellious the Welsh were! Many of the castles in South Wales are now cared for by <a href="https://cadw.gov.wales/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cadw</a>, the Welsh Government’s historic environment service working for an accessible and well-protected historic environment for Wales. Slowly, I am working my way around all those castles with the aim of producing a gallery of a time long since passed. To discuss any photography assignment, please contact Paul on <a href="mailto:paul@paulfearsphoto.co.uk">paul@paulfearsphoto.co.uk</a>
Dyffryn Gardens
This is a collection of photographs of the wonderful historical house and botanical gardens of <a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dyffryn-gardens" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Dyffryn Gardens</a> located near the villages of Dyffryn and St. Nicholas in the Vale of Glamorgan. There are magnificent Edwardian gardens flowing from grand vistas to intimate spaces overlooked by a large mansion. <a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Dyffryn Gardens</a> is cared for by a team of staff and volunteers from the National Trust. Under their loving care, the gardens have been transformed back to their former glory and the house slowly nurtured back to its previous splendour. The gardens cover more than 55 acres and feature a stunning collection of intimate garden rooms including a rose garden, Pompeian garden and several ponds. The enormous great lawn is bordered by seasonal bedding and a croquet lawn. There is also a large glasshouse, statuary collection, and arboretum featuring trees from all over the world. This is a highly recommended day out with wonderful walks and open areas for picnics and for children to play. Related galleries: Buildings. To discuss any photography assignment, please contact Paul on <a href="mailto:paul@paulfearsphoto.co.uk">paul@paulfearsphoto.co.uk</a>
