Archive for May, 2009

Twelve tips to take better pictures on holiday in Cyprus

Here are twelve tips to help you take better pictures. Like all tips, they’re just a start point to get you thinking, not a series of rules that need to be followed rigorously.
Each tip is illustrated with an example. Note that many of the examples combine the tips in different ways. Take the time to [...]

Souskiou, Deserted Village

Cyprus’ history is one of wars and invasions – a penalty of being in such a strategic location in the Eastern Mediterranean.  As recently as 1974 the north of the island was invaded by Turkey – even today the news in Cyprus is dominated by what hope there is for a reunited island.
A consequence of [...]

Five tips to enjoy your photography in Cyprus

Here’s five tips to help you enjoy your photography in Cyprus. Its a beautiful island with terrific light. Make the most of it and take some fantastic pictures home with you.
1.  Are you safe walking around with camera gear?
Yes, providing you’re sensible. All the things you’d normally do to look after your kit apply in [...]

Cyprus in April

April in Cyprus is delightful.  It’s pleasantly warm, it’s Easter and the tourists are now returning in force.  All this adds up to Cyprus being a really good place to be in April.
Easter is big in Cyprus. Almost bigger than Christmas. Everywhere there’s giant Easter eggs by the side of the road – [...]