December 4th, 2011 | by admin | published in other stuff
If you are a regular visitor you might have noticed I have introduced a new category of blog post called “remembering…”.
I have spent the past few days delving back into my huge archive of film images, many of which have been locked away for the past 9 or 10 years. Of course this has set [...]
December 1st, 2011 | by admin | published in other stuff
enigmatic china calendar – Images by Jillian Mitchell
I have recently released some gorgeous new calendars featuring images that showcase the spectacular beauty of the lily and the magnificent magnolia.
A3 in size and printed on 200gsm high quality satin art paper the calendars come bound with white wire and are ready to hang.
The quality of the [...]
June 4th, 2011 | by admin | published in latest posts, other stuff
My latest published article has just been released in the June 2011 issue of Qatar Airways inflight magazine – Oryx.
It is a short introduction to one of my favorite areas in Guangzhou.
To read the full piece, My Favourite Street, Guangzhou – click here.
March 30th, 2011 | by admin | published in other stuff
Seeing groups of men huddled around on the streets of most Chinese cities can only mean one thing – Chinese Chess!
A very popular past time this game of skill and strategy is a battle between armies and has a couple of thousand years of history behind it. Whilst it can only be played by two [...]
August 7th, 2010 | by admin | published in latest posts, other stuff
Slated as Vietnam’s premiere luxury resort, The Nam Hai certainly has pretty much attained the right formula.
The grounds and rooms are both beautifully designed and practically laid out taking advantage of both classic Vietnamese architecture and the stunning beachfront location. Each unit is stylishly appointed enjoying ocean views with attentive, well trained staff to cater [...]
July 28th, 2010 | by admin | published in latest posts, other stuff
Being absolutely fascinated with the elongated earlobes of the Kelabit people meant I had a very difficult time drawing my gaze away from the real thing! Sitting around the fireplace, enjoying a cup of tea while sucking on one of the famous super juicy and sweet Bario pineapples was an amazing opportunity to ask all [...]
January 18th, 2010 | by admin | published in latest posts, other stuff
Being Popular in the World’s Most Populous Nation Brings its Challenges.
An article in Wanderlust magazine discusses the “Threatened Wonders 2010”, which sees Yangshuo as number 2 on the list. Needless to say I found some of the comments quite interesting and thought I might toss my opinion out there.
Most of China’s naturally stunning and picturesque [...]
December 12th, 2009 | by admin | published in latest posts, other stuff
One thing which doesn’t seem to have changed in Beijing at all over the past few years is the terrible traffic congestion!
December 1st, 2009 | by admin | published in latest posts, other stuff
A few weeks ago I posted a slideshow on the raising of a building out at the Jiuxian Garden Village project under construction just outside Yangshuo.
Things have definitely been progressing with this unique and attractive structure now taking shape. The bamboo side walls are in place as is the beautiful red wood roof and work is [...]
November 20th, 2009 | by admin | published in latest posts, other stuff
2010 “Nature in Black & White” Calendar – Images by Jillian Mitchell
The absence of colour allows us to see more clearly the beautiful and intricate patterns of nature.
A3 in size and printed on 200gsm high quality satin art paper the calendars come bound with white wire and are ready to hang.
To purchase your very own [...]
