Through a Glass, Darkly: Hebden Bridge Railway Station in Negative

 There's something hauntingly beautiful about old photographs, especially when they're presented in a way that flips our perception. Take this image of Hebden Bridge Railway Station, for example. Inverted, with its sepia tones replaced by an eerie, almost ghostly palette, it transports us to a different time, a different perspective.

The familiar elements are all there: the sturdy platform, the elegant Victorian canopies, the parallel lines of the railway track stretching into the distance. But the inversion transforms them.

Hebden Bridge, nestled in the heart of the Calder Valley, has always possessed a certain mystique. Its dramatic landscape, with steep hillsides and winding rivers, lends itself to a sense of otherworldliness. This image, in its altered state, amplifies that feeling. We're not just looking at a railway station; we're peering into a portal, a glimpse of a parallel reality where light and shadow dance in an unfamiliar way.

The station itself, a vital artery connecting Hebden Bridge to the wider world, has witnessed countless journeys, departures, and arrivals. It's a place of transition, of anticipation, of memory. In this inverted image, those memories seem to echo with a strange resonance. We can almost hear the ghostly whistle of a steam train, the distant murmur of passengers, the rhythmic clatter of wheels on the tracks.

This photograph, shared by Colin Green, is more than just a visual curiosity. It's a reminder of the power of perspective, the way a simple shift in light and colour can transform our understanding of a familiar scene. It invites us to look closer, to see beyond the surface, to appreciate the beauty and the mystery that lies hidden in the ordinary.

So, the next time you find yourself at Hebden Bridge Railway Station, take a moment to pause and imagine it in this inverted light. Consider the countless stories that have unfolded on its platforms, the lives that have passed through its doors. And perhaps, just perhaps, you'll catch a glimpse of that other reality, that ghostly echo of the past, captured so beautifully in this haunting photograph.

The pictures below were originally taken with a Samsung Galaxy tablet in November 2013, a little editing with photoshop creating the finished product below.

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Fiery Sky at the Ruins of the Church of St Thomas a Becket, Heptonstall

The picture below is the result of a little tinkering with replacing a washed-out overcast sky in a picture I took in November 2013 with a more adventurous sunset-type sky.

The picture shows the inside of the ruined church of St. Thomas a Becket, Heptonstall, a church built on the site of an earlier one in the 15th century. The church was damaged beyond repair in the 19th century and replaced by the Church of St. Thomas the Apostle, which occupies the same grounds as its predecessor.

I took the original pre-edited version of the picture on November 16, 2016 with a Samsung Galaxy Tablet; it can be seen un-watermarked on Clickasnap by clicking the image. The link opens in another window.

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Rochdale Canal Artworks

 The following pictures - artworks are based on 3 pictures I took on the Rochdale Canal between Todmorden and Hebden Bridge. It was my first attempt at creating a pencil sketch type drawing using photoshop.

The original pictures were taken with a Samsung Galaxy Tablet on the 9th November 2013.

I belive this picture was somewhere near to the medical centre at Todmorden.

This was about half way between Todmorden and Hebden Bridge.

The moorings at Hebden Bridge.

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3 More Vintage 35mm Slides from the 1980's

 I am currently digitising, re-editing and restoring my collection of 35mm slides for sharing on Clickasnap and the pictures below are 3 that I recently uploaded. I have included the original picture below each to show the difference between that and the re-edited version displayed on Clickasnap. I am not sure of the locations of any of the pictures shown below, the only information i have is they were taken in the 1980's.

The re-edited version shows a village somewhere in South Asia, the picture can also be seen on Clickasnap.

The next picture shows a winter scene on the edge of a woodland. 

The final picture shows a weir in a woodland setting, it could possibly be Ogden Water, Near Halifax but I'm not too sure.

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Beaumaris Castle, Anglesey - Restored Vintage 35mm 1970's Slide

 The slide below is part of my 35mm slide collection I am currently digitising and restoring - giving new life to, the slide features a picture of Beaumaris Castle, Anglesey, North Wales taken in the 1970's or 80s.

The original picture which can be seen below was restored with a new sky added, the picture was turned in to a black and white image before re-colouring to give the image shown above which can also be seen on Clickasnap. Click the image and a link should open in another window to the version there.

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Ardrossan Beach, Sky Replacements

 The following 2 pictures are the result of having a mess around with a couple of pictures on photoshop and replasing the sky on 2 pictures I took on the beech at Ardrossan, Ayrshire, Scotland in November 2013. Just visible in the distance is the Isle of Arran, the beech picture was taken with a Samsung Galaxy Tablet, the sky with a Nikon d3300. They can both be seen on Clickasnap, click either image to view the higher resolution, un-watermarked version in another window.

The following text is from my original post about Ardrossan Beach.

Ardrossan, a charming coastal town in Ayrshire, Scotland, boasts not one but two delightful beaches. Today's pictures were taken on Boydston Beach or North Shore.

Ardrossan North Beach stretchers out in a welcoming curve of golden sand, perfect for picnics, sandcastle building, and leisurely strolls. Feel the sand between your toes as you wander along the shoreline, letting the sound of the waves lull you into a relaxed state. For the more adventurous, the beach offers opportunities for paddling, swimming, and rockpooling in the cool waters of the Firth of Clyde. Remember to check the tides and weather conditions before heading into the water.

The true magic of Ardrossan North Beach unfolds when you turn your gaze outward. The beach offers stunning views across the Firth of Clyde, the majestic Isle of Arran, its peak visible on the horizon, and Horse Island, a nearby bird-watching sanctuary with its iconic 19th-century tower. On clear days, you might even catch a glimpse of the rolling hills of the Scottish Mainland to the north.

The beach is close to the town centre, allowing visitors to seek out the Victorian Promenade, and check out the town's rich maritime history by visiting the harbour. There are also a number of places to seek out refreshments nearby.

Ardrossan North Beach is a fantastic starting point for exploring the wider Ayrshire coast. Consider hopping on a ferry to the Isle of Arran for a day trip filled with natural beauty and historical intrigue.

For a dose of culture, head to the nearby town of Saltcoats and explore its art galleries and museums.

The pictures were taken with a Samsung Galaxy Tablet on the 28th November 2013.

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