The End Of Parade Event Was Named The Pride Village

Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Dublin Pride 2026 - Pride Village - at Merrion Square. Following the annual Pride Parade, this free, open-air festival celebrated diversity and inclusion with a full day of live music, professional drag performances, and community-led cultural showcases in the heart of Dublin city centre.

on Saturday, 27th June

 

Capel Street Together With Parliament Street Formed A Hub For The Dublin 2026 Pride Festival

Discover how Dublin City Council transformed Capel Street into a vibrant, immersive Pride flag installation for the 2026 Dublin Pride Parade. Learn more about the city-wide visual celebrations, including iconic street art and decorations that turned Dublin’s busiest thoroughfares into symbols of inclusion and community for Pride 2026.

on Saturday, 27th June

 

Oscar Wilde Memorial Merrion Square 27 June 2026

Reflecting on the legacy of Oscar Wilde at the Dublin Pride 2026 celebrations in Merrion Square. Explore why this brilliant playwright and dandy-aesthete became a global LGBTQ+ icon and discover the symbolism behind his iconic, multi-coloured memorial statue overlooking his Dublin childhood home.

on Saturday, 27th June

 

Random Views Of The Balbriggan Viaduct June 2026

Discover the history and architectural elegance of the Balbriggan Viaduct. Completed in 1843, this iconic stone-arch bridge on the Dublin-to-Belfast line offers a perfect harmony of Victorian industrial design and coastal beauty, serving as a cherished landmark for the Balbriggan community.

on Friday, 26th June

 

Murals On Dame Lane A Day Before Dublin Pride Parade 2026

Experience Dublin Pride 2026 through the lens of the city's vibrant street art. From Emmalene Blake’s iconic Dame Lane murals to Joe Caslin’s powerful new installation on Townsend Street, explore how Dublin is using public art to celebrate the - One Story, Many Voices - theme this Pride weekend.

on Friday, 26th June

 

A Walk Along The Balbriggan Viaduct June 2026

Discover the architectural beauty and cultural significance of the historic Balbriggan Railway Viaduct. Explore how this 1843 landmark compares to the famous Boyne Viaduct in Drogheda and why it remains an essential, cherished heartbeat of Balbriggan’s coastal community.

on Thursday, 25th June

 

Balbriggan Railway Station 23 June 2026

Discover essential information about Balbriggan train station, a historic and vital commuter hub in North County Dublin. Learn about daily Irish Rail services, station facilities, historical architecture, and upcoming DART+ electrification plans.

on Wednesday, 24th June

 

The HMS Portisham As It Was In September 2024

Following the legal and maintenance issues in Balbriggan, the vessel was relocated further south and was towed into Arklow Harbour in late 2024. According to locals the owner ran into difficulties while relocating to Arklow and began to take on water. After being towed into the harbour the boat was seized and destroyed - apparently this is nothing more than a local legend,

on Wednesday, 24th June

 

Church Avenue To Beechwood Tram Stop

Join me for a walk from Upper Rathmines to the Beechwood Luas stop. We explore the Victorian history of Church Avenue and Dunville Avenue, reflect on the legacy of local landmarks, and discuss the current pressures facing Dublin’s public transport infrastructure as the city continues to grow.

on Monday, 22nd June

 

Church Of The Holy Trinity In Rathmines 21 June 2026

Discover the history of the Church of the Holy Trinity in Rathmines, a landmark architectural gem designed by John Semple. Explore its origins dating to 1828, its modern community-focused transformation, and how this vibrant parish continues to serve the local Dublin 6 area today.

on Monday, 22nd June

 

The Origin And History Of Cowper Road

Trace the fascinating history of Cowper Road in Rathmines, Dublin 6. From its origins on the 17th-century battlefield of 'The Bloody Fields' to the iconic Victorian architecture of the Mageough Home, explore the highlights and side roads of this premier Dublin avenue.

on Sunday, 21st June

 

The Thomas O'Leary Memorial

Discover the history behind the monument to Captain Thomas O’Leary (Tomás Ó Laoghaire) on the old Tranquilla Convent wall on Upper Rathmines Road, Dublin, which was completely replaced in March 2018.

on Sunday, 21st June

 

Across The Horizon - Why I Choose Landscape Over Portrait

For those who prefer a completely handheld photography workflow, camera ergonomics heavily favour keeping the body level. Holding a camera natively in landscape orientation allows your elbows to stay tucked firmly against your chest, turning your upper body into a stable, balanced platform that minimises micro-shake.

on Saturday, 20th June

 

The Angels Plot In Glasnevin As It Was In 2009

A photographic retrospective of the Angels Plot at Dublin’s Glasnevin Cemetery explores its emotional 2010 transformation from a chaotic site of informal family grief into a dignified remembrance garden. Contextualised by a personal family history of illegal infant burial, the post examines the global theological and institutional histories that forced stillborn and unbaptised children into anonymity throughout the 20th century.

on Saturday, 20th June

 

Without Doubt It Snowed In January 2010

A personal account of severe winter weather disruptions traveling between Brussels and Dublin during Ireland's historic 2009 cold spell. Discover how unexpected snow paralysed transport and halted photography plans.

on Friday, 19th June

 

Henrietta In The Snow At The Temple

Discover the tragic history of 'Henrietta,' the historic 'Truth' statue in King's Inns Park, Dublin. Carved in the 18th century, this masterpiece survived the 1922 Four Courts bombardment intact, only to be accidentally destroyed by a film unit truck in 2012.

on Friday, 19th June

 

My Christmas 2009 Two Week Visit To Brussels

A personal log from a street photographer reflecting on Christmas 2009 and a 60th birthday in Brussels. Despite extreme snow and camera gear failure, the city's incredible infrastructure kept moving while Ireland ground to a halt, proving why Brussels is a magical and resilient winter destination.

on Friday, 19th June

 

Blackrock Baths Photographed In 2008 Using A Canon Classic 5D

Explore the history, architectural evolution, and ultimate decline of Dublin's historic Blackrock Baths. From its 1928 Tailteann Games peak to the 2012 demolition of its iconic diving tower, discover this haunting coastal landmark through a photographer's lens.

on Thursday, 18th June

 

Harcourt Street Luas Tram Stop June 2026

Explore the rich history of Dublin's Harcourt Street, from its grand 1859 George Wilkinson-designed railway station and the famous 1900 train crash to its legacy as Ireland's nightlife capital. Discover how the iconic TV Club and The Pod shaped Irish music, and explore the modern multi-million euro redevelopment transforming the former Garda Headquarters into a sustainable, world-class commercial hub.

on Thursday, 18th June

 

Extraordinary History of Ranelagh and Ireland’s First Aeronaut

Discover the rich history of Ranelagh, Dublin. Explore its grand Victorian architecture along Northbrook and Dartmouth Road to the Grand Canal, unwrap its "flatland" bedsit past, and discover the tragic tale of Ireland’s first balloonist, Richard Crosbie.

on Wednesday, 17th June