THE STREETS OF DUBLIN
The Urban Cartographer's Dublin Streets Project
SAND CASTLES 30 AUGUST 2021
A retrospective look at the 2021 Dublin Castle sand sculpture exhibition, captured on the unique Foveon-powered Sigma DP1 Quattro. This article explores the…
TESTING iOS 27
An exploration of modern operating system updates on older iPhone hardware, resolving Sony camera battery drain via dual-device field setups, and how EU…
MANOR STREET PIGEON HOUSE
Discover what happened to Stoneybatter's infamous "Pigeon House" at 30 Manor Street. Read about its 2024 sale, recent demolition, future development plans, and…
THE GRANGEGORMAN UNIVERSITY CAMPUS
A comprehensive review of the TU Dublin Grangegorman campus development in 2026. Examining the historical masterplan, the persistent relocation delays facing…
CHILDREN OF LIR
Discover the history and symbolism of Dublin's Garden of Remembrance and its iconic Children of Lir sculpture. Explore how international visitors and local…
A DAY IN THE LIFE
A rainy June Bank Holiday in Dublin forces a shift in plans for *The Urban Cartographer*. Exploring the city's changing architecture and extreme weather…
THE KITTYWAKE LEGACY
Discover the fascinating history of the Lightship Kittiwake and the developer plans to turn her into a Dublin restaurant. Learn why Irish Lights retired its…
THREE MISSING BEARS
Discover the true story behind Patrick O’Reilly’s iconic bronze bears. Once a beloved fixture of Dublin’s Point Village, the "Three Bears One Gig No Porridge"…
DUBLIN DOCKLANDS AUGUST 2009
A retrospective look at the transformation of the Dublin Docklands in August 2009. Correcting a camera metadata error reveals a fleeting snapshot of Santiago…
U2 WALL AUGUST 2009
A reflective look back at Dublin's iconic Windmill Lane U2 graffiti wall in August 2009. Explore how this famous tourist attraction and the quirky Sigma DP1…
