Alan Marsden

Enjoying shutter therapy through different genres. Writing on the experience. ⛰️ landscape ⏳ long exposure 🚦 street ❓and the random

A Belfast Photowalk in December

Dec 4, 2022 4 min read Photography

I missed using the little Fuji gem and when my car got called in for an urgent recall, I took the opportunity to take a day off work and explore Belfast on foot.

10 Thoughts on Love

Nov 6, 2022 2 min read Positive Thinking

I have no doubt there are 1001 lessons to share on what makes a successful relationship. Here's just ten.

Choosing to be Childless

Sep 25, 2022 4 min read Lifestyle

Twenty-five years ago my wife and I decided to remain child-free. And to this day we've no regrets.

Fujifilm X100v - First or Last Impressions?

Sep 20, 2022 9 min read Photography

After six months of use is the Fujifilm X100v as good as its reputation or has buyer's remorse set in?

Minimalist Blogging Platforms for the Confused

Aug 30, 2022 12 min read Blogging

Around 2011, there was a wave of new platforms promising a unique style of blogging. But few have flourished, some floundered, and others hang on by their fingernails. So which one do I recommend today?