Nov
03
2023Schoorl in Ireland
The ‘Schoorl group’ is a group of friends sharing the same passion of photography. I’m proud to be part of this group and I can call them solid friends. Some 12 years ago we met on the high dunes of Schoorl in the Netherlands, hence the name ‘Schoorls group’. Maybe not the most fancy name but after the group became more solid, we just kept the name to remember the groups origin.
During the last 12 years we visited many places together, sometimes just for a day and at least once a year, plan a couple of days. What is so nice about this group is that everybody has their own unique speciality in photography hence we end up with completely different pictures at the end of the day.
After I immigrated to Ireland, there was always the idea to come over here. Covid postponed this idea but finally last year we could organize this. I was so looking forward to welcome them in our house and show them where we live now. It was so great showing the group the Copper Coast, Comeragh Mountains, Hook Head, Woodstown, introducing them them full Irish breakfasts, Shepherds Pie, Guinness and rugby.
It was such a pleasure to have them around and I have a feeling that this was not the last time.
The Schoorl group
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Apr
07
2022Donegal
During St Patricks weekend I went together with my friends Fergus Cooper and Keith Byrne to the northern county of Ireland: Donegal. Actually it was my first time after moving to Ireland, that I left the county of Waterford for photography. It was my first time in Donegal and a big thanks to Fergus who showed Keith and I almost all the interesting locations of the county. Fortunately the weather was great as well, contributing to an amazing couple of days. Also a big thanks to fellow Dutchman Chris van Twisk for organizing.
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Dec
30
2020Coumshingaun Loop
The year 2020 ends with a bang. I was invited by Colm Cheevers to join a group to walk the Coumshingaun Loop. A walk that I have done several times. A pretty tough climb up but you are rewarded with spectacular views. This time the summit was covered in clouds so we knew that the views were very limited. What made it a really tough climb was the strong prevailing wind which made it more challenging. When we started there was a beautiful break in the clouds where we could see the rays of the early sun. When we were up, the landscape transformed in a winterwonderland. It was a white world around us, just stunning. What a way to end this remarkable year !! Thanks to the group for a perfect day and Colm for inviting me.
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Nov
09
2020Kilfarrasy
One of my favourite beaches along the Copper Coast would be Kilfarrasy. Unfortunately I was not able to go to the coast during storm Aiden early November. When I went the day after, there was still some sting in the tail of the storm. The low sun of this season creates some nice light. Hope you enjoy the pictures.
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May
17
2020Woodstown
After 9 weeks lockdown due to Covid-19, I was delighted that I could finally set my alarm to go to Woodstown, not too far from where I live. The tide and sunrise matched perfectly for some early morning pictures between the oyster beds on Woodstown beach. Great to be out again in the early morning, witness the sunrise and be home again before everyone wakes up. I really missed this and I can’t wait for the lockdown is completely lifted.
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Feb
18
2020The first outing with the Waterford Camera Club
After moving to Waterford, I joined the Waterford Camera Club. A group of wonderful, talented and inspirational people. I will try to join the group outings as much as possible to share my passion of photography. During the first outing we explored the city for some night photography and some light trails.
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Feb
08
2020Sea of opportunities
Here we are, settled in Waterford and having a great time with all the beautiful people here. As we visited Waterford so many times the last 18 years, it feels like home. After saying goodbye to photoclub VeluweOOm in the Netherlands, I was happy to join the Waterford Camera Club (WCC) where I received a very warm welcome. A great club with wonderful and very talented people.
In my last post I mentioned how great is was to have those beautiful woods on your doorstep in the Netherlands. The situation here is much different as Ireland is one of the EU countries with the least amount of woods. In return we get stunning coastlines and breathtaking landscapes, it really opens up a sea of new opportunities for me. During the first 2 months I visited the coast a couple of times and I would like to share some of the images with you. Hope you like them. Enjoy.
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Jul
25
2019Ireland July 2019
A short trip to Ireland this time and also half of the time for work. So not many opportunities for exploring with my camera. Still I managed to make some pictures of the River Suir Bridge in Waterford (something that was on my list a long time) and some images taken at several spots along the coast like Garrarus, Benvoy, Ballydowan and Cheekpoint. This time also on my list was a visit to Lismore castle in the west of the county.
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River Suir Bridge Waterford
Jan
10
2018Irish Copper coast December 2017
As with every Christmas, we were at home in Waterford Ireland. It is a great time of the year to spend some quality time with family and friends.
Also for photography it is a great time. You don’t have to wake up that early to see the sun rising and because the sun will stay rather low, light conditions are pretty good.
When I’m in Waterford I always try to meet with my friend Owen O’Grady, this year was no exeption. We met at Kilfarresy Beach. Owen has complete different approach regarding photography, where I go normally for some drama, Owen will go for minimal. Check his website: http://www.owenogrady.com for his collection of fine art.
Here are some pictures taken on Kilfarrasy that day.
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Apr
06
2017During the last week of March this year, I visited Waterford Ireland. Obviously I hoped for some great photo opportunities to test my new Nikon D750 along the Copper coast. Unfortunately the weather was far from great, it rained continuously for 3 days. But I managed to get some pictures of this magnificent coastline and together with my Irish friend Owen O’Grady, I went to the oyster beds on Helvick, just outside the coast of Dungarvan. Thanks Owen for bringing me there!!
As I just joined a workgroup ‘black and white’, so I decided to turn the pictures in mono. Hope you like them.
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