Beach Combing – The Thames

Beach Combing – The Thames

On the Thames, a sandy beach appears when the tide is out. I often drop down the steps in front of Tate Modern, just below the Millennium Bridge, to explore. I often find old pipes, broken pottery, glass and house bricks. The colours, textures and patterns are...
The Beano Takes Over The Fourth Plinth

The Beano Takes Over The Fourth Plinth

On a recent visit to London, I noticed that the ‘Fourth Plinth’ in Trafalgar Square was covered in a large installation of ice cream with a cherry on top. What was the inspiration behind this, I wondered? It was to promote an exhibition of ‘The...
Lights Switched On

Lights Switched On

In the dark winter month of November, the annual light show or ‘Durhan Lumiere’ is usually held. So long as the weather isn’t too cold, wet or windy this is an enjoyable experience. I like to see how inventive the installation creators can be. Here...