The Highlight Event Of My Visit To Waterford Was The Solar Eclipse

Documenting the August 12 solar eclipse in Waterford with a Leica Q3—capturing the surreal ambient light shifts and spectator reactions during Europe’s major 2026 celestial event.

on Friday, 14th August

 

Equipment Choice For My Visit To Waterford

A practical breakdown of an optimised, lightweight camera kit selected for a four-day mural and urban photography assignment at Waterford Walls, featuring field evaluations of the Sony A7R VI, f/4 zoom optics, teleconverters, and fill flash integration.

on Sunday, 9th August

 

Plunkett Station And Mount Misery In Waterford May 2016

Discover the rich history of Waterford Plunkett Station and its iconic elevated signal box, alongside the major North Quays redevelopment, the new Sustainable Transport Bridge, and twin-track rail upgrades transforming Waterford's transport infrastructure.

on Sunday, 9th August

 

Plunkett Station And Mount Misery In Waterford May 2016

Discover the rich history of Waterford Plunkett Station and its iconic elevated signal box, alongside the major North Quays redevelopment, the new Sustainable Transport Bridge, and twin-track rail upgrades transforming Waterford's transport infrastructure.

on Sunday, 9th August

 

Waterford Walls August 2015 To August 2026

Founded by Edel Tobin under The Walls Project CLG, the initiative launched to address urban decay and dereliction in Waterford following the post 2008 economic crash. The goal was to use public art as a catalyst for urban regeneration.

on Saturday, 8th August

 

The Historic Arch Courtyard At Henrietta Place

Explore the Dublin City Council conservation plan for Henrietta Place and Arch Court. Learn about Thomas Cooley's Linenhall arch, Herbert Simms's 1930s Henrietta House flats, TU Dublin Bolton Street, the sale of the Mahon printworks for student accommodation, and BoCo on Yarnhall Street.

on Friday, 7th August

 

Temple Bar Is More Than One Pub

Explore the real history of Dublin’s Temple Bar—from its 1960s wholesale merchant cellars and CIE’s aborted bus terminal plans to the true origins and former names of its world-famous namesake pub.

on Friday, 7th August

 

The Sister Cusack Memorial Plaque

Discover the history of Cusack Corner in Dublin, located at the junction of Mercer Street and York Street. Commemorating Margaret Anna Cusack—the famed 'Nun of Kenmare'—this guide details who sponsored the plaque, the text featured on the memorial, and the official renaming of her birthplace intersection.

on Friday, 7th August

 

York Street And Bow Street East

Explore the history and urban evolution of York Street, Bow Lane East, and The Swan Bar (formerly Ye Signe of Ye White Swan) in Dublin's South Inner City. From 17th-century street layouts and Victorian heritage to modern social housing, academic developments, and historic local pubs, discover how this vibrant district transitions from its layered past into the contemporary city landscape.

on Thursday, 6th August

 

Luke Kelly Statue At South King Street

Discover the story of Dublin's iconic Luke Kelly statues. Explore the legacy of The Dubliners' frontman, John Coll's bronze sculpture near St Stephen's Green, Vera Klute's marble bust in Sheriff Street, and the unique history of their dual 2019 unveiling.

on Wednesday, 5th August

 

From Binns Bridge To Cross Guns Bridge

Discover the history and modern upgrades of the Royal Canal Greenway between Dorset Street and Cross Guns Bridge in Phibsborough, Dublin. Learn about the engineering of Locks 3, 4, and 5, and get details on temporary path closure notices for August 2026.

on Sunday, 2nd August

 

Murals By Shane Sutton On Dorset Street

Explore Shane Sutton’s high-contrast monochrome murals along Dublin's Royal Canal and Dorset Street—featuring the 2025 Royal Canal Swans and City Fox—alongside details on his Waterford Walls artwork at Morrison's Road.

on Sunday, 2nd August

 

Bethesda Place And An Unexpected Complex Of Laneways

An exploration of Bethesda Place and Frederick Lane North off Dorset Street, uncovering the 18th-century origin of the Bethesda Chapel, the mystery of the 1963 Amharclann theatre building, and setting a photographic baseline ahead of the Parnell Square Cultural Quarter redevelopment.

on Sunday, 2nd August

 

Umbrellas And Industrial Wheelie Bins

An investigation into Dublin’s Anne’s Lane complex reveals major safety risks. High-density commercial wheelie bins and cardboard obstruct emergency fire exits, posing a critical fire and evacuation hazard alongside the popular umbrella canopy installation.

on Saturday, 1st August

 

The City Arts Centre And Decades Of Dereliction On City Quay

The former City Arts Centre on Dublin’s Moss Street and City Quay has sat derelict since 2003. Explore the history of the Grapevine Arts movement, its music scene connections, the property's sale to Ventaway Ltd, and the recent high-rise planning decisions for the site.

on Thursday, 30th July

 

Hidden Hydrology And Wild Meadows - The Curious Paradoxes Of Trinity College Dublin

Trinity College presents a captivating study in contrasts - a 5th century holy well lost to history, an 18th century academic heartland, a 21st century rewilded sanctuary, and automated modern boreholes keeping playing fields green—all coexisting on the same historic footprint.

on Wednesday, 29th July

 

Sphere Within Sphere By Arnaldo Pomodoro at Trinity College Dublin

Discover the fascinating story behind Sphere Within Sphere at Trinity College Dublin. Explore how Arnaldo Pomodoro's iconic bronze sculpture replaced Henry Moore's The King and Queen, the artist’s vision, and how Trinity secured this masterwork.

on Wednesday, 29th July

 

Modernist Form In College Park By Gerda Frömel At Trinity College Dublin

An exploration of Gerda Frömel's abstract carved stone sculpture situated alongside College Park at Trinity College Dublin. This post examines the piece's organic biomorphic form, subtle surface striations, and integrated central void against the backdrop of the campus grounds.

on Tuesday, 28th July

 

This Is Not A Generic Red Metal Sculpture

An exploration of Gerda Frömel's abstract carved stone sculpture situated alongside College Park at Trinity College Dublin. This post examines the piece's organic biomorphic form, subtle surface striations, and integrated central void against the backdrop of the campus grounds.

on Tuesday, 28th July

 

Reclining And Connected Forms By Henry Moore - Trinity College Dublin

Rediscover Henry Moore’s Reclining Connected Forms at Trinity College Dublin. Explore the history, camera gear insights, and public reaction to this iconic modern sculpture.

on Monday, 27th July