YellowMelen Phil Richardson

09/02/2026

27/12/2025

Testing the Canon G1X in St Albans.

It's a 2012 camera that still holds up well, these are converted RAWs, although the jpegs look good. The camera is a little sluggish and focusing slow, occasionally hunting like a drunk trying to find his keys on the floor.

Being a 1.5" type sensor is large enough to give shallow depth of field, even with the 28-112mm lens (full frame FoV equivalent) and a variable maximum aperture of f/2.8-5.8. It's a fun little camera to take out, but also frustrating to use, improved in the later models i believe.

19/12/2025

Fuji XT2 infrared 650 NM Goldie with the 16-80mm. Guildford and St Catherines chapel by the River Wey.

Interesting 5 min story of St Catherine’s Hill and chapel.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0mrg06n

07/12/2025

Very sad to learn of the death of Martin Parr today. He's one of those photographers that when you see his images you either love him or... If you do you are transfixed, the observations about British society especially, make you laugh and think.

Very interesting man to listen to, and had the privilege in 2009 at the V&A to hear him talk. Such a calm and quiet man, no ego just and interested in people and their behaviours.

If you like Parr's style i'm pretty sure we've all had a go at copying the style either subconsciously or the occasionally consciously and when i've done it i've smiled to myself a the time. For someone unassuming, introverted and quiet he saw people and represented them as they are.

Bye, bye Mr Parr.

23/03/2025

19/01/2025

Ever wondered how Tower Bridge maintains its iconic Glass Floors? Watch this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the replacement of the sacrificial glass layer! Filmed on a beautiful sunny June evening, I captured the entire 6-hour process, from removing the old, scratched layer to installing and sealing the new one, which was completed the following day.

We spoke with Richard Smith, Exhibition Manager at Tower Bridge and Ken Branscome of G&G Glass and Glazing to learn about the process and the reasons for replacing the glass, and why this maintenance is so important. The video also features time-lapse footage showcasing the precision and expertise involved in this intricate glass replacement.

Did you know over 7,258,000 visitors and 4,500 pets have walked across the Glass Floors since their installation in 2014? This sacrificial layer protects the other layers from wear and tear.

Experience the amazing views from the Glass Floors yourself – see London buses, pedestrians, cyclists, and river vessels from a unique perspective!
https://youtu.be/_EARIaJCnbs

Visit Tower Bridge and experience the thrill of walking across the Glass Floors yourself!
https://www.towerbridge.org.uk

Ever wondered how Tower Bridge maintains its iconic Glass Floors? Watch this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the replacement of the sacrificial glass lay...

13/01/2025

Ever wondered how Tower Bridge maintains its iconic Glass Floors? Watch this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the replacement of the sacrificial glass layer! Filmed on a beautiful sunny June evening, I captured the entire 6-hour process, from removing the old, scratched layer to installing and sealing the new one, which was completed the following day.

We spoke with Richard Smith, Exhibition Manager at Tower Bridge and Ken Branscome of G&G Glass and Glazing to learn about the process and the reasons for replacing the glass, and why this maintenance is so important. The video also features time-lapse footage showcasing the precision and expertise involved in this intricate glass replacement.

https://youtu.be/_EARIaJCnbs?feature=shared

Did you know over 7,258,000 visitors and 4,500 pets have walked across the Glass Floors since their installation in 2014? This sacrificial layer protects the other layers from wear and tear.

Experience the amazing views from the Glass Floors yourself – see London buses, pedestrians, cyclists, and river vessels from a unique perspective!

Visit Tower Bridge and experience the thrill of walking across the Glass Floors yourself!
https://www.towerbridge.org.uk

Ever wondered how Tower Bridge maintains its iconic Glass Floors? Watch this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the replacement of the sacrificial glass lay...

12/01/2025

Launching A Landmark: The Unseen Opening Weeks.
In this video, we meet Patrick Cruttwell Molineux, the great-grandson of George Edward Cruttwell, the resident engineer who oversaw the construction of Tower Bridge. Patrick shares his incredible discovery of a collection of unseen photographs taken during the bridge's construction and opening.

Join Patrick as he discusses his family history and the significance of these unique images with Dirk Bennett from Tower Bridge. Learn about the challenges and triumphs of building this iconic London landmark, and gain a deeper appreciation for the engineering genius behind Tower Bridge.

https://youtu.be/INx6cqainCc?feature=shared

Want to learn more?
Discover more about Launching A Landmark: The Unseen Opening Weeks: https://lnkd.in/edWFDiVA
Explore inside Tower Bridge and plan your visit to the free exhibition: www.towerbridge.org.uk
Photos © Tower Bridge, with kind permission of the Molineux family and colourisation by MR Creative, and © London Archives.
https://lnkd.in/eywxVAqu
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In this video, we meet Patrick Cruttwell Molineux, the great-grandson of George Edward Cruttwell, the resident engineer who oversaw the construction of Tower...

12/01/2025

Launching A Landmark: The Unseen Opening Weeks - Missing Pieces.
Uncover the secrets of Tower Bridge! Launching A Landmark embarks on a fascinating journey to research the "missing pieces" of this iconic London landmark.

With the help of experts from The London Archives, Archivist Hannah Milton and the Royal Armouries Museum, Senior Keeper Emma Mawdsley. We delve into the Molineux collection, a treasure trove of previously unseen Victorian photographs. These hidden clues offer a glimpse into Tower Bridge's early stages and the people who witnessed its construction.

Join Tower Bridge Historian Dirk Bennett as he sheds light on this exciting time in London's history.

https://youtu.be/eaa-JsQA744?feature=shared

Want to learn more?
Find out more about Launching A Landmark and the Unseen Opening Weeks exhibition on our website: https://lnkd.in/eD5G4jfu
Plan your visit to Tower Bridge and explore this historic landmark: https://lnkd.in/esDEc55a

Uncover the secrets of Tower Bridge! Launching A Landmark embarks on a fascinating journey to research the "missing pieces" of this iconic London landmark.Wi...