Bird activity in the garden is back to more normal numbers but, for the second day running, I've heard a Woodpecker drumming - spring is just around the corner.
I went off to a local National Trust gardens Polesden Lacey today. Being winter there wasn't much colour about and various areas were cordoned off and consequently not accessible to the public. A bit disappointing but restorative work needs to be undertaken during the winter months. Despite the warmer temperatures there was a brisk wind which rushed up the hill bringing tears to the eyes!
A few pics - I'm trying some new software for picture editing so this is a bit of a trial:
Needing some milk and petrol I took a slight detour on the way home via Cobham. This is a small village with the River Mole running close to the main road through the village. Cobham also boasts a Watermill; this is only open for one afternoon per month for a few months of the year. I must try to get to see it this year.
There's a small area along the river that you can walk so, being a Sunday and finding a parking place nearby, I stopped to have a wander about. Some waterfowl consisting of Mallards, Black-headed Gulls and Mute Swans.
A pleasant outing despite the rather dull day.
Posts
6 comments:
I think the first two photos are especially good. I like the depth and perspective. Did you do much post processing and what software are you using please?
Hi Mick. I do very little post processing; usually it's to adjust contrast and light and, very very occasionally, I might sharpen a picture!
I've used Picassa 3 today, just as an experiment. It's a free download and very basic. I've adjusted contrast and lighting in the first two pictures.
http://picasa.google.com/intl/en/
Love all the photos the Watermill looks like an interesting place to visit
Hi Neil and thanks. I'll let you know how interesting when I manage a visit when it opens again - but not till April!!
Nice part of the world Cobham. Don't know it that well, but like you say enjoying a local walk no matter how dull, is a treat. Hope you remembered to get the the milk and petrol.. :-)
Milk and petrol duly purchased - surprisingly after such a pleasant distraction!
Post a Comment