Grosvenor Road Police Station

Discover the history of the heavily fortified building on Grosvenor Road, directly across from Belfast Grand Central Station. Once the strategic headquarters of the RUC’s "B" Division, this active PSNI station remains a prominent physical symbol of Belfast's Troubles-era security architecture. Learn how its location at a key sectarian interface made it a primary joint military hub and a frequent target of paramilitary activity during the conflict.

on Wednesday, 15th July

 

More Like Living in Revelations Than in England

Read a detailed critique of Belfast's urban planning alongside a profile of "More Like Living in Revelations Than in England," the stunning monochromatic mural by Phlegm at 39 Corporation Street. Captured before its planned demolition for student housing, this piece highlights the stark contrast between transient development and a true living city.

on Wednesday, 15th July

 

It is the Hidden People Who Make a City - Belfast’s Camouflaged Art

We often think of public art as something that shouts for attention—giant stone monuments dominating open squares or brightly coloured murals claiming entire gable walls. But a city is not made of concrete and glass; it is made of the quiet, everyday footsteps of the people who walk its streets. Sometimes, the most profound art is the kind that reflects this—not by shouting, but by whispering from the forgotten corners we rush past.

on Tuesday, 14th July

 

Ultra Wide Angle Views Of Samson And Goliath

A photographer's journey navigating the vast scale of Belfast's Titanic Quarter to capture the iconic Harland & Wolff cranes, Samson and Goliath. This piece explores the limits of ultra-wide-angle lenses, the quantum history behind Bell's Theorem Crescent, and the gritty, hidden vantage point discovered along the closed barriers of Hamilton Road.

on Monday, 13th July

 

Rosemary Street And Laneway Featuring Street Art Gallery July 2026

Explore the stark contrasts of Rosemary Street and Lower Garfield Street in Belfast city centre. Discover the historic 1783 First Presbyterian Church, the vibrant contemporary street art animating its hidden lanes, and the complex history behind the decades-long, stalled 'Tribeca' redevelopment project that has left key historic quarters in a state of urban dereliction.

on Monday, 13th July

 

Take A Seat

Take a seat, here we are treated to a classic slice of street-level theatre right outside the old Medical Mission building and the All Rise Cafe. The scene captures a profound corporate existential crisis spilled out onto the public pavement featuring a deep burgundy tub chair paired with a stark, institutional four-drawer filing cabinet.

on Sunday, 5th July

 

The Four Masters Plot Will Eventually Become A Metro Station

The community fought for decades just to get the padlocks off the gates of this tiny, historic "green lung." Now that the gates are finally open, the reward is that the park will be used as a heavy construction pit. The protected Victorian cast-iron railings, the Four Masters High Cross, and the extinguished Healing Hands bronze sculpture will all be completely uprooted and hauled away into storage while the state digs a massive underground station box—completely ignoring the other multi-million euro station box sitting empty just a hundred metres away under the hospital.

on Sunday, 5th July

 

Discussing The Voigtlander 15mm Lens

What happens when you strip away lightning-fast autofocus and digital lens corrections? To find out, I took the ultra-compact Voigtländer 15mm f/4.5 Super Wide Heliar III E-mount out for an unfiltered, random test run through the South Inner City of Dublin. Publishing the images exactly as shot—complete with severe wide-angle perspectives and the occasional accidental appearance of my left thumb—this experiment became an immediate masterclass in the mechanics of manual, ultra-wide street photography. From learning how to intentionally weaponise 110-degree edge distortion to mastering hyperfocal distance on high-resolution modern mirrorless sensors, this review breaks down how Cosina's classic Japanese precision glass behaves in unpredictable urban environments. We also compare its rugged, drop-tested integrated metal hood against the frustratingly loose plastic design of the Zeiss Batis ecosystem for active street documentation.

on Sunday, 5th July

 

The Bronze Cow Has Returned In Style To Wood Quay

Discover the story of Ag Crú na Gréine, Jackie McKenna's iconic bronze cow sculpture. Track its journey from Wolfe Tone Park to its new permanent home at Wood Quay.

on Saturday, 4th July

 

Blessington Street Basin Public Park Photographed Using A Voigtlander 15mm Lens

Discover the history and current status of the Blessington Street Basin, Dublin’s historic "secret garden" turned public park. Explore its 19th-century engineering origins, its ties to Jameson distillery, and its cultural connection to legendary philosopher and novelist Iris Murdoch, who was born on Blessington Street.

on Saturday, 4th July

 

Cabra's Wild Park Was Once A Toxic Brownsite But It Is Now A Dog Walking Paradise

Discover how Dublin’s Mount Bernard Park extension at the Cabra Luas stop transformed a contaminated industrial brownfield site into a thriving, wild urban nature reserve. Learn about Dublin City Council's sustainable rewilding approach to inner-city biodiversity and why local dog walkers love the new trails.

on Friday, 3rd July

 

Jeffrey Donaldson Mural By Spicebag At Cross Guns Bridge In Dublin

A striking piece of satirical Irish street art by artist Spicebag (Adam Doyle) located near Cross Guns Bridge in Phibsborough, Dublin. The bold mural features controversial political commentary alongside the artist's signature skull motif, capturing the tension and raw energy of contemporary urban graffiti in Dublin.

on Friday, 3rd July

 

The Anti-Colonial And Algerian Connection - Mohamed Belouizdad

Discover the stories behind Dublin’s evolving urban art landscape with a look at the striking new political mural located at Ormond Place, just off Ormond Quay. Featuring a detailed portrait of historic Algerian nationalist leader Mohamed Belouizdad wearing a traditional Palestinian keffiyeh, this powerful piece of street art visually bridges mid-20th-century anti-colonial movements with contemporary international solidarity. Flanked by the flags of Algeria and Palestine, the mural highlights a shared history of resistance, making it a compelling subject for street photography and cultural exploration in the heart of Dublin city centre.

on Thursday, 2nd July

 

Maynooth Railway Station And Nearby 29 June 2026

Planning a trip to Maynooth? Read our commuter guide to Maynooth Train Station, the history of the Royal Canal harbour, and why you should choose direct trains from Connolly over the Broombridge interchange at night.

on Wednesday, 1st July

 

St Mary's Church In Maynooth 29 June 2026

Discover the history and architecture of St Mary's Catholic Church in Maynooth, County Kildare. Built in 1840 and expanded with a striking 120-foot spire by renowned architect J.J. McCarthy, this Gothic Revival parish church stands as a vibrant spiritual hub in a rapidly growing university town. Explore its unique historical foundation, architectural features, and the peaceful parish grotto.

on Wednesday, 1st July

 

Examples Of Paint A Box Street Art In Maynooth

Discover how Maynooth’s vibrant Paint-A-Box street art initiative is transforming ordinary traffic and utility boxes into striking celebrations of nature. Exploring themes of local biodiversity, canal wildlife, and environmental sustainability, these micro-murals blend urban design with ecological awareness across the historic university town.

on Wednesday, 1st July

 

The Walled Cemetery At Maynooth College 29 June 2026

Discover the fascinating history, dark student lore, and true stories behind the hidden cemetery at St Patrick's College, Maynooth. From the tragic reality of the Rhetoric House 'Ghost Room' to contemporary mysteries, explore this secluded Irish sanctuary.

on Monday, 29th June

 

Barnardo Square In Context And The Three Fates At Kings Inns

A critical examination of Dublin’s lost public spaces, from the sterile redevelopment of Barnardo Square to the neglect of 1872 Industrial Exhibition statues at King's Inns Park.

on Sunday, 28th June

 

Literary Icons on the Street - Joyce and Barnacle in the City Centre

Discover a striking tribute to James Joyce and Nora Barnacle on the streets of Dublin. Captured with a Leica Q3, this Dublin Canvas piece by artist AndyMc transforms city infrastructure into a vibrant celebration of Irish literary history near the site of their first meeting.

on Sunday, 28th June

 

Templebar Without The Overpowering Colour

Discover why black and white photography remains a popular choice for artists, while exploring the counter-perspective of a photographer who prefers the vibrancy of colour. This piece reflects on the evolution of visual culture from the perspective of a veteran street photographer who lived through the transition from the grey landscapes of the 1950s to the modern, colour-saturated world of today.

on Sunday, 28th June