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Kenchie
@kenchie.bsky.social
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RVC AV specialist. Architecture & travel photographer. Analog film developer. MCC. Earthquake survivor. Camera/watch collector. Custard enthusiast. St Albans, Hertfordshire https://www.flickr.com/photos/kenchie/
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Bergen #norway #scandinavia #europe #travel #photography #sunset
A wide landscape view of Bergen at sunset, with dark rolling hills and islands in the foreground and a calm body of water reflecting the fading light. The sky is filled with layered clouds tinted blue, purple, and warm orange, creating a dramatic contrast above the softly glowing horizon.
January 19, 2026 at 9:16 AM
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Union Square, Canary Wharf #london #england #uk #gb #britain #architecture #monochrome #photography #fujifilm #blackandwhite
Black-and-white architectural photograph taken at Union Square, Canary Wharf, showing a close-up view of overlapping building façades. In the foreground, a darker brick building with rectangular windows and deep shadows contrasts with taller modern towers behind it. The background buildings feature repeating vertical stripes of light and dark panels, narrow windows, and a strong grid pattern, creating a layered, geometric composition. The image emphasizes texture, rhythm, and contrast between older brick construction and contemporary high-rise architecture, with sharp lines and tonal variation highlighting the dense urban character of the area.
January 17, 2026 at 9:57 AM
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Neon Boneyard #lasvegas #travel #photography #fujifilm #nevada
A nighttime view of the iconic “Stardust” casino sign displayed at the Neon Boneyard in Las Vegas. Large, three-dimensional letters spell out “STARDUST,” each letter tilted slightly and outlined with rows of small circular bulb sockets, many glowing in warm reds, pinks, and greens. The letter “T” is stylized as a star, emphasizing the vintage mid-century design. Behind and around the sign are layered metal panels and additional sign fragments, creating a dense, sculptural backdrop of overlapping shapes and textures. The scene is illuminated by colorful neon and spot lighting against a dark sky, highlighting the weathered surfaces and retro charm of the historic sign collection.
January 16, 2026 at 2:15 PM
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January 16, 2026 at 2:04 PM
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Lock no.3 - Kentish Town #london #england #uk #gb #britain #cityscape #urbangaze
View of a canal lock in Kentish Town, London, with water flowing through the lock gates. Brick apartment buildings line the canal on the right, while a low industrial building sits on the left. Several people walk along the canal path under a cloudy sky.
January 15, 2026 at 1:54 PM
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South Quay #london #docklands #england #uk #gb #britain #transport #reflectons #iphone
Wide-angle daytime photograph of South Quay DLR station in Canary Wharf, London. The elevated station building stretches diagonally across the right side of the image, supported by metal beams above the water, with the roundel sign reading ‘South Quay’ clearly visible on the glass-fronted entrance. In the foreground, a calm dock reflects the station and surrounding buildings, with gentle ripples on the water’s surface. Tall modern residential and office skyscrapers rise across the background, featuring glass façades, balconies, and varied geometric designs. The sky is clear and bright blue, emphasizing the contemporary waterfront setting and dense high-rise skyline of the Docklands area.
January 11, 2026 at 11:24 AM
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Leadenhall Market #london #photography #monochrome #nikon #england #uk ##gb #britain
Black-and-white close-up photograph of four old metal ventilation grilles arranged in a row at ground level in Leadenhall Market, London. Each vent has a squat, cylindrical base with a rectangular slatted opening on top, showing signs of age such as worn edges, surface scratches, and patches of corrosion. The vents vary slightly in shape and height, giving them a characterful, almost sculptural appearance. Behind them is an ornate wrought-iron gate with repeating decorative patterns, softly out of focus. The monochrome treatment emphasizes texture, contrast, and the historic, industrial feel of the market’s architectural details.
January 10, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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South Quay #docklands #london #england #uk #gb #britain #transport #architecture #photography #fujifilm
Wide daytime view of London Docklands showing a red Docklands Light Railway (DLR) train crossing a bridge over the water. The train runs horizontally across the centre of the image, framed by tall modern skyscrapers on both sides. Glass-clad residential and office towers rise behind it, including a prominent dark-blue tower in the centre reflecting the surrounding buildings. Below the bridge, calm dock water reflects the structures and sky. The scene is brightly lit under a clear blue sky, highlighting the clean lines, varied façades, and contemporary architecture of the Docklands skyline.
January 5, 2026 at 1:05 PM
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One Park Drive #docklands #london #fujifilm #architecture #monochrome #blackandwhite #photography #england #uk #gb #britain
A black-and-white close-up view of a modern residential building in London Docklands, showing repeating horizontal bands of curved balconies stacked across multiple floors. Each balcony has a transparent glass railing, creating a layered, wave-like pattern across the façade. Behind the balconies, large floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding doors are partially covered by vertical curtains or blinds, adding texture and contrast. Some balconies contain small details such as outdoor chairs, potted plants, or personal items, suggesting lived-in apartments. Strong sunlight casts crisp shadows along the edges of the balconies, emphasizing the building’s clean lines, curves, and contemporary architectural design.
January 4, 2026 at 11:14 AM
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Water Street #docklands #london #architecture #photography #fujifilm #england #uk #gb #britain
A quiet pedestrian walkway in London Docklands framed by tall, modern buildings on both sides, creating a narrow urban canyon. On the left, a dark brick façade with evenly spaced windows and closed shutters catches low sunlight, which reflects sharply off the bricks and glass. On the right, a sleek glass-and-metal building mirrors the opposite wall, adding depth and symmetry to the scene. Strings of small overhead lights are suspended across the walkway, leading the eye toward the background where a glass skybridge connects buildings. Beyond it, a tall residential tower rises against a clear blue sky. The paved ground is clean and reflective in places, with long shadows stretching across it, giving the scene a calm, architectural atmosphere with no visible pedestrians.
January 3, 2026 at 9:50 AM
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Whale in the Wharf #london #recycling #art #iphone #england #uk #gb #britain
A large public art sculpture of a whale breaching over a canal in London Docklands, constructed entirely from recycled plastic waste in shades of blue, white, and turquoise, including bottles, crates, containers, and household items. The whale’s head and upper body rise dramatically above the water, angled diagonally toward a pedestrian walkway with metal railings in the foreground, while its tail extends back over the canal. The sculpture is set within a modern urban environment, surrounded by tall glass-and-steel office buildings and red-brick residential blocks. Reflections shimmer on the water below, and a few pedestrians are visible in the background, emphasizing the scale of the artwork and its contrast with the contemporary cityscape.
January 2, 2026 at 2:40 PM
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West Mersea #essex #england #uk #gb #britain #beach #beachhuts #nikon #d700
A wide coastal view in West Mersea, Essex, showing a long row of brightly painted wooden beach huts stretching diagonally into the distance along a sandy and pebbled shoreline. The huts are raised slightly above the beach on a concrete sea defence, each with a small staircase and pitched roof, painted in varied pastel and bold colours including blues, yellows, greens, and pinks. The foreground shows textured sand and shingle, while the huts recede toward the horizon, creating a strong sense of perspective. Above, a large open sky is filled with soft, layered clouds and patches of blue, giving the scene a calm, breezy seaside atmosphere.
December 28, 2025 at 11:17 AM
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The Barbican #london #england #uk #gb #britain #monochrome #architecture #blackandwhite #photography #nikon
A black-and-white photograph of the Barbican in London, showing a sweeping, curved pedestrian walkway beneath a concrete structure. Thick, cylindrical concrete columns support the overhead slab, creating a strong sense of repetition and rhythm as they recede into the distance. A gently sloping ramp curves around the columns, bordered by metal railings, leading the eye deeper into the space. The rough, textured concrete surfaces and geometric lines are emphasized by the monochrome tones, while hanging spherical light fixtures are suspended from the ceiling at regular intervals. The scene is empty of people, highlighting the stark, brutalist architecture and the interplay of light and shadow across the floor, walls, and structural elements.
December 21, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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Wapping #london #thames #river #england #uk #gb #britain #photgraphy #nikon #canarywharf
View from beneath a wooden riverside structure at Wapping Beach, showing a row of tall, weathered timber posts streaked with green algae and moss, casting long shadows across the sandy foreshore. Beyond the posts, the River Thames stretches calmly across the frame, with a pebbled shoreline and patches of wet sand visible at low tide. In the distance, modern office towers and apartment buildings of Canary Wharf rise against a bright blue sky with light clouds, contrasting the rough, historic texture of the timber supports and the quiet, exposed riverbank in the foreground.
December 20, 2025 at 12:22 PM
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Calle de Bailén #madrid #spain #españa #travel #europe #photography #nikon #monochrome #blackandwhite #cityscape
Black-and-white photograph of Calle de Bailén in Madrid, showing the elegant façade of a historic stone building with classical architectural details. The building features tall rectangular windows with dark shutters, decorative cornices, and a continuous wrought-iron balcony running along the upper floor. At street level, a row of outdoor café tables and chairs is neatly arranged beneath several large, light-colored parasols, evenly spaced along the pavement. The scene is calm and orderly, with no people present, emphasizing the symmetry of the architecture, the contrast between light stone and dark window frames, and the quiet atmosphere of the street.
December 19, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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Templo de Debod #madrid #spain #espana #travel #europe #architecture #photography #nikon #egyptian #nubian
A wide, sunlit view of the Templo de Debod in Madrid shows the ancient Egyptian stone temple complex set on a raised platform, with several rectangular pylons and a columned sanctuary aligned in a row. The warm, sandy-coloured stone blocks are sharply defined in the clear daylight. In the foreground, a large, still reflecting pool mirrors the temple structures almost perfectly, creating a symmetrical reflection that emphasizes their geometric shapes. Behind the temple, leafy green trees frame the scene, contrasting with the stone architecture, while a clear blue sky stretches above, giving the image a calm, open atmosphere.
December 18, 2025 at 9:51 AM
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Shoreham Beach #england #uk #gb #britain #sea #coast #landscape #photography #nikon
Low-tide view of Shoreham Beach with rippled wet sand and shallow pools in the foreground, calm sea stretching to the horizon, and a wide sky filled with layered grey clouds suggesting an overcast, moody atmosphere.
December 15, 2025 at 12:57 PM
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Grave of Mary Nichols, Highgate Cemetery #london #england #uk #gb #britain #taphophilia #nikon #photography
A weathered stone angel statue lies on its side among fallen leaves and ivy in Highgate Cemetery, its wings and draped robes partially covered with moss, creating a quiet, overgrown atmosphere.
December 13, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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December 12, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Leith #edinburgh #uk #gb #britain #scotland #travel #photography #iphone #iphoneography #reflections #architecture
Historic waterfront buildings in Leith, Edinburgh, reflected almost perfectly in the still water of the harbor. The scene shows a row of stone and white-fronted buildings with varied architectural styles, under an overcast grey sky, creating a symmetrical mirrored effect on the water.
December 12, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Langerei #bruges #belgium #photography #travel #nikon #canal
A calm canal in Bruges lined with historic Flemish buildings, featuring red-tiled roofs, stepped gables, and brick façades in shades of cream and brown. The buildings sit directly along the water’s edge, their windows and rooflines reflected clearly in the still canal. A stone embankment runs alongside the water, and a narrow street with a few parked cars and pedestrians is visible on the right. In the distance, a church spire rises above the rooftops beneath a partly cloudy blue sky, reinforcing the quiet, picturesque atmosphere of the medieval city.
December 8, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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Sacré-Cœur #paris #monochrome #blackandwhite #travel #photography #fujifilm #photography #architecture
A view looking straight up into the interior dome of a grand basilica, showing concentric stone arches and rows of tall arched windows that let in bright natural light. The circular opening is framed by dark vaulted ceilings in the foreground, with sculpted angels positioned on the supporting arches. The architecture is highly detailed, with patterned stonework and ornate carvings, creating a dramatic contrast between the illuminated dome and the shadowed surroundings.
December 4, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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Fire dancer - Notre Dame #paris #travel #france #photography #nikon #portrait #street #d700 #night
A fire performer, dressed in a flowing black outfit with subtle red accents, spins a ring with flames around it during a nighttime street performance. She stands before an ornate Gothic cathedral façade, illuminated by the warm glow of the fire. Her expression is focused as she guides the flaming staff around her shoulders, while a crowd of onlookers in the dimly lit background watches the dramatic display.
December 3, 2025 at 7:51 AM
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Canon Street #london #uk #gb #photography #cityscape #architecture #nikon
A high-angle view of Cannon Street Station and the surrounding area in central London, showing the station’s two brick towers facing the River Thames, modern office buildings with rooftop gardens, and dense city blocks stretching into the distance beneath an overcast sky.
November 29, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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Looking east from the Shard #london #uk #gb #britan #cityscape #photography #nikon #thames
A wide, elevated view of East London seen from the Shard on an overcast day, with the River Thames curving through the city. In the distance, the Canary Wharf skyline stands prominently with its cluster of tall, modern skyscrapers. Closer to the foreground are densely packed residential areas, docks, and riverside buildings. Several boats move along the Thames, and the city stretches far into the hazy horizon under thick grey clouds.
November 27, 2025 at 8:36 PM