
North Studies is an ongoing study of Gateshead and surrounding areas made using a single 50mm lens.
Photographs taken after work and between shifts, through winter light and ordinary streets.

Station East - Kentmere 400, f2.8 1/60

Bridge - Kentmere 400, f4.0 1/60

Alley - Kentmere 400, f2.0 1/125

Half Moon Lane - Kentmere 400, f4.0 1/125

Abandoned Building - Kentmere 400, f2.8 1/125

High Street - Kentmere 400, f2.0 1/125

Flyover - ISO 400 f2.0 1/125

Saltwell Park - Kentmere 400, f2.0 1/60

Car Park - Kentmere 400 f4.0 1/125

Tyne Bridge - Kentmere 400, f2.8 1/125

Pond - Kentmere 400, f4.8 1/60

Debris - Kentmere 400, f2.8 1/125

Spikes - Kentmere 400, f2.8 1/125

I am a photographer based in Gateshead, North-East England.
My work focuses on everyday urban spaces, often photographed in winter light using a single 50mm lens.50mm North is an ongoing study of the place I live.
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