FLAUBEAR
In memory of Agnes Tudhope Scott [1835-1871]. An oil portrait of her hangs on a wall of my study. She was my great-grandmother [x2]. My family refer to her as … Continue reading FLAUBEAR
Tag: Big Ted
FEEL
To play FEEL please click here or on the image below: Opening voice: Neil Gammon [of Divine Comedy] on BBC Breakfast, October 2025 Song: cover of Cuddly Toy by Alex … Continue reading FEEL
Wet and autumnal
The day after the Bear Steps were made.
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt
This is my latest bit of garden art. When our children were were we, this book was one that we all loved as a family. Even today, we can still … Continue reading We’re Going on a Bear Hunt
Rebel Antiquary
Magpie If only I could soar like an eagle to see the world as I cannot. I am a magpie in black and white, in flight through clouds, seeking colour. … Continue reading Rebel Antiquary
Destitution Road
Destitution Road Heading North – there is always a further North. Wandering, further and further from home, in nameless, numberless time. Destitution Road. Inverness Courier, 25 October 1849: Ordnance Survey … Continue reading Destitution Road
Where, wave after wave
Slaggan Bay Big Ted was fed up with all the maps and notes – that I keep gathering. So, I promised him Slaggan Bay where, wave after wave would find … Continue reading Where, wave after wave