I’ve finished my b&w photography course. I passed the written test, and I submitted three prints last night for the practical part of my exam. I should hear in a couple of weeks how I do.

I took digital photos of a couple of prints that I didn’t submit (as they weren’t good enough) but I framed them anyway so you could see….

We went out after the class last night to have one beer together for the end of semester. I was in charge of dinner last night because Michelle was returning from Southampton, so I called her to join us. Only fair, as it was 9pm and she was waiting for dinner. Anyway, 1 beer turned into 4 pints and a doner kebab on the way home at 1am.

It was a good night. Along with getting a whole list of websites where I can buy chemicals, film and paper at reduced rates, we spoke of photography, politics, and social issues. It was actually nice to go out with a new bunch of people and
hear different perspectives on issues that are generally quite close to home.

I’ll keep printing and developing, and go back in September to learn some more techniques from David (my teacher).

And now, I’m running late. Christine arrives in 45 minutes and I have to unload the dishes, repack the dishwasher and run for the bus to go meet her!

We’re off tomorrow to Orkney. See you soon.