Coffin Well work at the other end of the barn from Yew Tree Well. This year Diane has designed her well as Noah’s Ark. The pictures show a selection of animals, including otters, pandas, butterflies, tortoise, penguin and giraffe.
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Coffin Well – Tissington Well Dressings
Posted in Photography, Well dressing on Wednesday June 1, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Well Dressings, Tissington – Day 3
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note, Well dressing on Wednesday June 1, 2011| Leave a Comment »
We work in a barn, which is cold. This year we shared the venue with 18 piglets and two sows.
Some of the youngsters, James and Catherine Carr and school friend Jada.
I even brought family over from America to lend a hand: Judy from North Carolina.
Today is the final day and we concentrated on filling the sides with parsley and conifer and we were finished by lunchtime.
The design for our Well this year is St George and the Dragon and work continued on this portion of the board for the rest of the afternoon. (more…)
Spotted flycatchers
Posted in 2011, Ornithology, Photography, Posts of Note on Wednesday June 1, 2011| 3 Comments »
I ‘spotted’ a pair of these flycatching birds in my garden.
(Definitely not swallows)
Sssshhhhhh dont tell JFS.
– Colin B
(Please click to enlarge; well worth it!)
Well Dressings, Tissington – Day 2
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note, Well dressing on Tuesday May 31, 2011| Leave a Comment »
This morning we had plenty of volunteers working on the design, some carried on the positioning of the camomile heads, which has meant we are well ahead of ourselves. Today sees the start of the main board. Margaret has drawn the picture onto paper and then Helen transfers the design onto the clay. Helen and her Mum will then spend the next two days creating the wonderful focal point for this well dressing.
I begin adding some of the colour to the boards that surround the main design. The petals we are using this year are mainly carnations and some hydrangeas. Petals are placed on the clay starting from the bottom, overlapping and working upwards, so that a tiled effect is created. If it rains then the water is more likely to run off, instead of getting trapped in the petals.
The petal design below should give you a clue as to what Yew Tree Well Dressing is all about.
Deutzia Blossom
Posted in Flora, Photography on Tuesday May 31, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Well Dressings, Tissington 2011 – Day 1
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note, Well dressing on Monday May 30, 2011| Leave a Comment »
The design is drawn onto paper, pricked out and then outlined with a metal pointer on the clay, so it is easy for us to see where to outline in coffee beans and black knobs.
The coffee beans are always positioned with the rounded edge facing outwards. This year we had to outline more in coffee beans because the black knobs or alder cones were unusually large. Once this has been finished we started filling out the background and this year we are using thousands, of camomile flower heads, and they are tiny.
The effect is certainly dramatic. (more…)
What’s the swallow thinking?
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Saturday May 28, 2011| 2 Comments »
An unusual view of a swallow yesterday – JF-S
Three Little Maids – before the rain got them!
Posted in Flora, Photography on Thursday May 26, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Sent in by Cheryl W
Tits Nesting
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Tuesday May 24, 2011| 1 Comment »
Spot the moth!
Posted in Photography on Sunday May 22, 2011| 6 Comments »
Cheryl W asks:
Please could somebody help us identify this beautiful creature photographed in our garden this morning. I’ve tried Google but there are just so many to look at I’ll be there all week! Thank you.
(Please click to enlarge)
Alexandra Webster Photography
Posted in 2011, Local Links, People, Photography, Posts of Note on Wednesday May 11, 2011| 2 Comments »
One of the things which makes Parwich special is the creativity of so many of its inhabitants. That creativity can take on many forms, including visual arts, crafts, design, the written word… and in the case of Alexandra Webster, a highly individual approach to photography, which makes much use of non-digital mediums such as pinhole photography, disposable cameras and photograms.
A varied selection of Alexandra’s work can now be viewed on Facebook (although you don’t have to be a registered member to access the pages). Click here for the front page, and click here for the individual galleries.
Busy Beeeees
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note on Monday May 9, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Blockage In Back Lane
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note, Roads on Sunday May 8, 2011| 6 Comments »
Lewis N has sent us the following picture of Monsdale Lane…
Lewis says “I’m sure the Back Lane does not usually end there!”
Mike G sent in an email saying that Monsdale Lane was still closed at 10.45.
20.45 – Robert Gosling has just contacted the blog having seen the photo of the fallen tree. He will remove the tree tomorrow morning, as it was on his land, and the road will be open by lunchtime.
Winning Caption
Posted in 2011, Competition, Photography, Posts of Note on Saturday May 7, 2011| 1 Comment »
Do you think they are for buttonholes or hats? Anyway – we’ve missed the wedding now.
Our estimed photographer and judge, JF-S, has consulted with certain independent sources and this caption by Patti B wins first prize.
JF-S is quoted as saying,
I thought many comments showed agility of mind and clever touches of humour.
Dorothy’s Bluebell Wood
Posted in 2011, Gardens, Photography, Posts of Note on Monday May 2, 2011| 2 Comments »
Dorothy L’s wooded area has once again been glorious. The daffodil display was spectacular and now we have the treat of the bluebells. For those lucky enough to wander through the meandering paths, there is a special peaceful feel to the place. The sunlight dappling though the leaves onto the flowers below is magical. Dorothy kindly allowed our roving reporter to take some pictures. Click on each image to enlarge it.
Click on ‘Continue reading’ for more pictures.
Caption competition -£5 prize
Posted in 2011, Competition, Ornithology, Photography, Posts of Note on Monday May 2, 2011| 13 Comments »
Put your caption in the comments box by Friday and you could win £5. Thank you to JF-S who is also the adjudicator.
Flag Flying
Posted in Photography on Monday May 2, 2011| 1 Comment »
Flags and bunting can be seen flying all over Great Britain at the moment in celebration of the Royal Wedding. Parwich has its fair share of flags too.
With blue skies and slightly windy weather, the flag flying from the roof of the Hall in Parwich is particularly magnificent. We thought we would share a picture of it with you.
Photos – A Royal Day to Remember
Posted in 2011, British Legion, Competition, Memorial hall, People, Photography, Posts of Note, Societies, Young people on Saturday April 30, 2011| 5 Comments »
Two little princesses cut the cake
The following photos from JF-S show the memorable day unfolding.
The sentries lining the route The confetti on the ground
Royally decorated
The early birds got the best seats, but soon the Hall was packed
The first live screening of events on the big screen at the Memorial Hall via the new satellite dish
Lots more photos – click to enlarge (more…)
Royal wedding fireworks
Posted in Events, Photography on Friday April 29, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Please click to enlarge.
Goldfinches
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Tuesday April 19, 2011| 2 Comments »
Are these beautiful birds common in the village, or has JF-S got the monopoly of them? What is the secret of enticing them into your garden?
More trouble over the niger seeds…
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Saturday April 16, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Thanks to JF-S for these.
Fish Supper!
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Saturday April 16, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Helpful information
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Monday April 11, 2011| Leave a Comment »
I have been away. On my return I see there has been some chat about swallows etc.
I hope this information which I saw at at Barnes Wet Lands will help solve problems.
I also saw a heron spear a fish. Picture attached. (Yes it was a heron.)
Cheers
John F-S.
Wild flowers
Posted in 2011, Flora, Photography, Posts of Note on Monday April 11, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Swallows
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Friday April 8, 2011| 2 Comments »
Fresh from South Africa & staying with Patti. JF-S
Some colour on a dull day
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Tuesday April 5, 2011| 1 Comment »
Next challenge John, Patti’s swallows!
Plenty of bird activity
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Monday April 4, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Two curlews and a lapwing can be seen in the fields around Ballidon, where there is plenty of activity. JF-S
Slideshow of today’s Duck Race
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note on Saturday April 2, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Thanks to JF-S for these photos, which were taken at the Ford earlier today.
Helleborus
Posted in Flora, Photography on Thursday March 31, 2011| 4 Comments »
Mike G
Misty Morning Delights
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note, Weather on Saturday March 26, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Weather conditions this week provided a treat for those who were out and about around sunrise. The cold nights, coupled with sunny mornings, created a low mist that was quite beautiful. Here are a couple of photos taken last Tuesday morning…
The first picture was taken looking towards Ballidon from the outskirts of Parwich. The second two were taken from the hill on the way into Bradbourne.
On the way home I met a lady…
Posted in Photography on Friday March 25, 2011| Leave a Comment »
This lady looked at me in a strange way, so I pulled up and took a shot of her, then quickly went on my way lol, I can see the statement ‘wat you looking at’ in her eyes. Steve K
More Splashes of Gold
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Thursday March 24, 2011| Leave a Comment »
JF-S
A Splash of Gold
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Tuesday March 22, 2011| 3 Comments »
JF-S
Common but Colourful
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Sunday March 20, 2011| 3 Comments »
There seem to be a lot of these birds about at the moment, JF-S.
A friendly greeting on an early morning walk today
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note on Saturday March 19, 2011| Leave a Comment »
JF-S
A curlew through trees
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Tuesday March 15, 2011| Leave a Comment »
JF-S
The Hunt coming into Parwich
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note on Sunday March 13, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Violets on Monsdale Lane
Posted in Flora, Photography on Sunday March 13, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Photo by Ben
Sheep In The Evening Sun
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note on Tuesday March 8, 2011| 3 Comments »
The following photograph was taken on a walk between Parwich and Tissington last Sunday. The location is near the top of the rise just after Bletch Brook. Click on the image to enlarge it.
The sheep were clearly glad to see the farmer on his quad bike and followed him up the hill in double quick time. No doubt food was involved!
Parwich Portrait Photography Exhibition
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note on Friday March 4, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Many thanks to the talented folk who have made submissions to the first Parwich Portrait Photography Exhibition. We have some wonderful pictures to share with you. It’s interesting to see just how many types of portrait photo there are…as we think you’ll see by the time you get to the end of the post 🙂 So here goes. Click on any image to enlarge it…
First up, we have some cracking portraits sent in by Debbie W:
Ally
Click on ‘Continue Reading’ to view the rest of the exhibition…
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