Janice Gill
Long-Eared Owl (Asio Otus) - UBC Day 22
It's day 22 of the Ultimate Blog Challenge (UBC) and today's photograph is of the Long-eared Owl, one of just six owl species native to...
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The Grandma Files
Janice Gill
Oct 16, 20233 min read
How to Create Watercolour Effect with Photoshop 2023
A few days ago, I was asked how I created a picture of a Little Owl from one of my photographs. I gave something of an explanation but...
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Janice Gill
Oct 15, 20231 min read
Moth Heralds the Halfway Point (UBC Day 15)
First of all, I must assure you no creatures were harmed in the creation of this post. This Herald Moth has taken up residence in an...
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Janice Gill
Oct 3, 20232 min read
Reassessing if you get Ill - Ultimate Blog Challenge Day 3
This was the view from the back garden this morning. Heavy storm clouds rolling in seemed to portend a day of struggle. It was quite...
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Janice Gill
Oct 1, 20232 min read
It's October - It's the Ultimate Blog Challenge 2023
We're into the last quarter of 2023 and the last of the Ultimate Blog Challenges (UBC) of the year. The UBC is all about writing and...
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Janice Gill
Aug 28, 20234 min read
How to Photograph the Milky Way Galaxy (Beginners Guide)
The Milky Way galaxy is seen here from Anglesey, an island off the North Wales coast in the UK. This image shows what you can do with a...
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Janice Gill
Aug 18, 20233 min read
The Dingle Nature Reserve (5 Delightful reasons to visit)
Nant y Pandy, otherwise known as The Dingle, is a gem of a nature reserve at Llangefni in the heart of Ynys Mon (Anglesey). The Dingle...
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Janice Gill
Aug 9, 20232 min read
5 Exercises for Improving Memory in Writing a Journal
As we age, our brains are less efficient, so sometimes it's tempting to use them less. We may binge-watch TV, surf the net or just laze...
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Janice Gill
Aug 7, 20231 min read
Vapourer Moth Caterpillar - Not the Enemy.
This Vapourer Moth caterpillar was spotted today while we were cutting back the massively overgrown area at the bottom of the garden....
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Janice Gill
Aug 5, 20231 min read
Bardsey Island recognised as International Dark Sky Sanctuary.
On the 16th of August 2023 there is a new moon, giving astronomers and astrophotographers one of the best nights in the year to view our...
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Janice Gill
Jul 25, 20233 min read
Wildlife Photography - Getting Your Best Shot Easily
Do you struggle to get fantastic photos of wildlife you love? Are they difficult to find in the kind of light wildlife photography...
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Janice Gill
Jul 23, 20231 min read
The Sunday After
Brave Queen buff-tailed bee Rests weightless on my finger Bee whispering buzz! Yesterday, we were visiting my daughter, who lives 200...
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Janice Gill
Jul 23, 20232 min read
Blue Tit Chicks and Busy Parents (Cyanistes caeruleus)
Bluetits are one of the most popular garden visitors in the UK. Like Robins, they are also one of the most recognisable. The combination...
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Janice Gill
Jul 18, 20232 min read
When a Demon Attacks your Day
Today, nothing has gone to plan. That's not exactly true; taking the grandchildren to gymnastics this morning went as planned. Except, I...
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Janice Gill
Jul 16, 20233 min read
Macro Photography made Easy.
Macro photography is one of the most varied and intriguing branches of photography. It tests observational and technical skills,...
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Janice Gill
Jul 13, 20232 min read
The Joy of Grandchildren
I've been thinking a lot about my grandchildren today. I have six of them, three girls and three boys. I get to see the youngest two...
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Janice Gill
Jul 12, 20232 min read
Hey - who's photobombing my portrait?
This shot is one of my personal favourites. I love the owl's bemused look, its untidy plumage and that it's peeking out from behind a...
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Janice Gill
Jul 9, 20233 min read
5 Top Portrait Photography Tips for Beginners
I have a box full of photographs of my children, but I wish I'd captured more. Portrait photography in the 90s was an expensive hobby,...
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Janice Gill
Jul 6, 20232 min read
When Days Don't go to Plan - Run with it.
Today, plans went awry. It happens and we deal with it as best we can. I've been staying at my daughter's house for a few days helping...
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Janice Gill
Jul 5, 20233 min read
Sunrise & Sunset Photography (Tips & Tricks for Beginners)
I confess - I'm a major fan of Sunrise and Sunset. I don't get why other photographers say never to photograph them. What's not to like?...
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