January 17th 2010 - John

Snow has finally left us and people are, once again, out and about. I met John walking his dog by the Garston gas tank, 'Prospero'. One of the best things about social photography is that you meet great characters who are always keen to chat. Often beginning with a question about what you're photographing it usually ends with sharing stories and fascinating life experiences. I wanted to capture the spirit of the old Garston Village, next to a recognised landmark. John was just that, originally from Ireland with 44 years working on the railways, he told me the snow last week was nothing compared to the snows he knew - but back then, everyone just got on with it...

January 15th 2010 - Lark Lane Chippy

Lark Lane in Aigburth has long been considered the haunt of artists, musicians, students and bohemians. 'The Lane' also has a true and long standing sense of community spirit, as I witnessed today when I was out and about with my camera and spotted this scene. The man from the local chip shop brought an order out for a passing customer and stopped to pass the time of day. There has always been a slower pace of life in Lark Lane.