We are often drawn to features in the landscape, from the ancient to the contemporary. They may sit in isolation, inviting the photographer to capture them in dramatic light, in mist or maybe at night under the stars. Many are deliberately created, either as historic monuments or as part of our infrastructure, such as power, rail or road network, or simply the result of an accident, such as a shipwreck. Wherever you live, you’re never far from photographic opportunities. But how far can we use our imagination and create images from the unexpected? We’re all attracted to coastal castles at sunset or a lighthouse with crashing waves, but these are frequently photographed, and you’ll often find yourself lined up with other photographers. It’s difficult to capture anything ‘different’ in these situations.…
