Author Archive: edgley1
A.J. Holmes And The Hackney Empire
I joined A.J. Holmes & the Hackney Empire at the launch party for their debut album Wedding at the Victoria, Dalston on 26th January 2013. I have seen the band live a few times before and have always had a fantastic time. The first time I saw them I ended up doing the conga train …
A Snowy Sunday at Ally Pally
Wrapped up in hat, gloves, scarf, wellies, and as many layers as I could possibly fit under my duvet-style coat, I braved the cold to visit a snow covered Alexandra Palace. I was not alone. The park was packed with people sledging and having snowball fights. Meanwhile the Ally Pally deers gathered together to watch …
An 80s Arcade Style Transformation for Truman Brewery, Brick Lane
During a freezing cold Saturday evening, I popped down to Brick Lane to visit Rough Trade Records, and was greeted by an array of 80’s arcade style props in the Truman Brewery! The pixellated installation, which was only there for the duration of 11-13 January, was created by the sculpture Aden Hynes to promote the …
Winter Wonderland
If you are already missing Christmas here are some festive images from Winter Wonderland for you to take a peek at whilst tucking into your Boxing Day turkey sandwiches. If you are trying to recover from a fun but hectic Christmas time – or if like me you are unfortunately just trying to recover from …
Christmas Shopping: Spitalfields Market & Independent Record Label Fair
Ahhh, the familiar panic of last minute Christmas shopping! If you’re bored of internet shopping & want to look for more original ideas for Christmas pressys then a market can be a perfect place to start. Especially if the market has an independent record label fair, so you can spoil yourself whilst browsing for gifts …
St Mary’s Island: Chatham Maritime
Tug boats, yachts, spooky faces in the clouds and a huge rainbow – these were some of the sights that greeted me whilst strolling around St Mary’s Island at Chatham Marina. Situated on the River Medway, St Mary’s Island is a tranquil place to visit (so perfect for when you are trying to escape the …
Field of Remembrance: Westminster Abbey
The Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey pays tribute to the brave Service men and women who have served in the Armed Forces since World War I. The first Field of Remembrance appeared in the grounds of the Abbey in November 1928. That year only two Remembrance Crosses were planted. The tradition has grown and …
Remember, Remember the 4th November: Richmond Fireworks
It’s no secret that I can’t stand Autumn and Winter time. Although both seasons are aesthetically beautiful, I really struggle with the lack of daylight and the bitterly cold temperatures, and consequently I spend most of the time looking forward to the start of Spring. Thankfully there are lots of events during this time that …
Music & Melodies in Muswell Hill: St James Church
As a Muswell Hillbilly & a music lover, I believe the monthly music concerts at St James Church to be a perfect way to spend a Saturday lunchtime. 🙂 Beautiful music, stunning setting, and its free! I highly recommend it. The quality of musicianship is excellent. Here are some photographs I took at yesterdays …
Punch & Judy and Piggery Jokery at the Canterbury Festival
There was a colourful start to the Canterbury Festival on 13th October with a Parade which celebrated 350 Years of Mr Punch. The parade was led by huge Punch and Judy characters and featured many other East Kent Giants as well as bands and other performers. In addition to the parade there were also pop …
Samantha Edgley Photography 