Cornwall Photography Locations Blog - James Bell Landscape Photographer

Cornwall Fistral Beach Photography

James — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 23:17:34 +0000

So far, I’m loving my time in Cornwall. It’s really good to explore a new place and especially one with a completely different landscape to that of which I am used too. I love the coast, especially this coast, I have barely scratched the surface but what I have seen so far I have really connected with. The weather these last few days has been surprisingly warm for February to which no doubt helps. Landscape Photography or is it Seascape Photography in Cornwall has got me hooked.

Other than my visit to Wheel Coates the other day I’ve not used my Landscape Photography camera much this trip. Preferring my Lecia M-D and shooting snapshots. Tonight however I was determined to capture the last of the days light over this stretch of Coastline from Fistral to Little Fistral Beach with Towan Head in the distance. Turns out I chose the best night of my stay for this and I was totally lost in these moments capturing these images. It really is a true joy to be fully immersed in the Landscape.

All of the Landscape Photographs from around Fistral Beach in Cornwall are available as Archival Framed Prints. Please contact me for details…

Cornwall Trip – Newquay Surf and Towan Head

James — Thu, 21 Feb 2019 13:37:33 +0000

In only a very short time I seem to have really connected with Cornwall and in-particular this stunning coastline. Its like nothing I’ve witnessed before. Huge crashing waves, beautiful green water and inspiring geological features make for so many scenes I feel inspired to capture.

Todays plan was to head to the Eden Project but before then I took a short walk along the coast to Town Head. Fortunately I timed my walk well with the tide as there were a group of surfers out on the water riding these amazing waves. Had I of come here 20 years earlier I’d have tried surfing.

On to the Eden Project…

Cornwall Trip – St Michael’s Mount

James — Thu, 21 Feb 2019 13:24:34 +0000

Today I visited St Michael’s Mount on the Southern Coast of Cornwall at Marazion. Today wasn’t about Landscape Photography. I was a tourist and a happy one at that. I don’t recall having such an interesting day out in years. I was absolutely fascinated by St Michael’s Mount. So much so I bought the guide book after having a tour of the Islands buildings.

I walked over the the Island and via the causeway and made my way up to the Castle. It was a glorious day and one I shall remember forever. I was intrigued by the castle and its content. The Church at the top and the spectacular views form the roof. A really great day and well worth the National Trust Membership fee alone.

I enjoyed detailed chats with staff inside the Castle and the guy on the boat that took me back to the mainland. A really inspiring place for anyone not just us Landscape Photographers.

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Cornwall Trip – Wheel Coates

James — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 23:26:36 +0000

Visiting a new place for Landscape Photography is always an exciting prospect. I think for myself because I am so well connected to the Lake District I don’t really aspire to look elsewhere, neither do I often connect with a place as much as I do the Lakes or Scotland so for the last few years I’ve rarely visited anywhere new. However, I was excited about this trip, which is rare for me. Perhaps my feelings were due to exploring somewhere new or just at the prospect of getting out with my camera again; it feels like ages since I setup and composed an image.

I made an effort tonight to visit Wheel Coates, an old Tin Mine on this wonderful coast. Having not been here before I was keen to see what I could make of this place. It was quite apparent upon arrival that I was too late, or as is usually the case, the last of the light is hidden by cloud. I really must make more of an effort to get into location in plenty of time as this keeps happening.

In total I was here at Wheel Coates for no longer than 10 minutes and here are my favourite photographs of this wonderful setting on the West Cornish Coast.

All of the Landscape Photographs of Cornwall presented here on my blog are available as Gallery Quality Framed Prints. Contact me for details…

Cornwall Trip – Towan Head and Newquay

James — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 11:19:32 +0000

My first day in Newquay and so far so good, the weather is surprisingly warm for February and it’s dry. I’ve wanted to visit Cornwall for so long. 10 years intact since my first visit in 2009. Back then I had a flying visit to St Michael’s Mount and Lands End from a weeks stay in Devon. I’m hoping to see as much of this beautiful pace as possible on my short break this week.

For this morning I’m heading out for a short walk around the hotel. To Towan Head and into Newquay itself.

All the photographs presented in this blog are available as Gallery Quality Framed Prints. Contact me for details…

Cornwall Landscape Photography Trip

James — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 08:59:46 +0000

My focus with Landscape Photography is purely on the Lake District and capturing the Lake District Landscape I love and connect with. I rarely visit other locations with the intention of making Landscape Photographs, other than an annual Scottish trip if I’m lucky, my main focus is pretty much on the Lakes. However, that doesn’t mean I don’t admire other parts of the UK. I’m just fortunate enough to be local to the Lake District.

Cornwall is one place I’ve wanted to visit for many years. I made a brief visit back in 2009, so as that was 10 years ago it was about time I ventured south and opened my eyes to a fresh landscape. Primarily this trip was a break more so than a photography trip, however, I did hope to make acquaintances with some of the popular locations for Landscape Photography in Cornwall.

I chose to stay in Newquay which seemed quite well place for heading both North and South along the West coast of Cornwall. Upon arrival I was instantly struck by Newquay. The coast around Fistral Beach is beautiful. I haven’t experienced beach or surf life before or indeed a coast like it before. Huge waves in the clear green water and a dramatic coastline with many vantage points over the surrounding Landscape.

During my stay I visited Wheal Coates, an old Tin Mine about 40 minutes south of Newquay, fascinating structures from industry of old and with the advantage of a West facing aspect ideal for Sunset photography. I also visited St Michael’s Mount on the South coast and Lands End, the most southerly point in England. On my last day I headed North to Bude. I’ll share images from my 4 days in Cornwall over the next few posts here on my blog.

I really liked Cornwall as a Landscape Photography destination and I’ll be sure to make a return visit with the soul purpose of making Cornish Landscape Photographs in the near future.