Originally posted on Bonsaiwithromano:
Today I woke up extra early to get some work done in my bonsai garden before I went to work. I’m training to take part in a half marathon on the first of May so every hour in my day needs to be planned to make time for training, bonsai upkeep, blogging and be on time for a full day of… Continue reading Cotoneaster Maintenance

Originally posted on Late Developer:
Atomic Dome, Hiroshima Most visits to Japan will include a trip to Hiroshima – to the Peace Park with the Atomic Dome and the various monuments, and to the museum.  Like many war and memorial sites, they’ve been photographed countless times but it’s still the best way of recording your own visit, your thoughts and having an aide-memoire as one… Continue reading Hiroshima

Originally posted on Late Developer:
Osaka is a nice city to visit and works well as a base for trips elsewhere (Kyoto, Hiroshima etc) albeit without an overwhelming must-see identity of its own.  It is however clean, safe, friendly  – and has a Universal Studios park.  I’d only a few days in the city armed with the Nikon F60 and Huawei P9 and got some… Continue reading Osaka

Originally posted on Late Developer:
what did you do there? I took photos Kaneiji Temple, Ueno Park Ueno Park is a large green space in central Tokyo and a great place for a walk around the city with the camera. There’s temples, museum, a zoo, entertainment – including Taiko drumming blogged here, flea markets and plenty of people. It’s also beside a large shopping area,… Continue reading Ueno Park, that’s where I’ve been

Originally posted on A Pixel Shooter:
Whenever I shoot street photography, I am dedicated that time to capture authentic moments. No posing, no staging. I simply want to grab exactly what is happening. I’ve encountered many scenarios where it is important to be as discrete as possible. Things I do: Find a comfortable place where I can observe. This is important so that you can… Continue reading Street Photography Can Be Challenging. Here’s How I Simplify It.