I never find the time to do everything, but love the things I do. Very easy to make friends with and never judge people by what others have said, as I am capable of finding out for myself.BIOBorn in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK. Was lousy at school and taught myself later on in life. Suffered a long illness in childhood and was constantly bullied on my return to school and so glad when I left. First ever job was making cricket bats and hockey sticks.
My interests have changed through life but are all art orientated. I can draw a little but don't bother much now only on the computer. Retired early due to redundancy and have no desire to start again. Live more comfortable than most in this sorry world, though I do sponsor third world children. My lot has not always been a happy one, but I am so grateful for what I have. I know a lot of people who I love and they love me in return, what more could a man ask.
The photograph is years old and was taken by my Aunt who is now in her 86th year. I have kept my hair although it has gone from blonde to grey. The rest of me is not in bad condition although I have gained a little weight due to inactivity with a broken ankle. I am hoping for some decent weather so that I can cycle the countryside once again. Best wishes, Dave - 12th April 2005
23rd June 2005 - I have just removed my favourite artists list, not out of malice it's just to stop the dreaded ebots :) I had a lot more favourites than was listed anyway so it was not up-to-date. I love you all but I must devote time to my wife who is not mobile anymore and needs my help. I may stop by from time to time, but if not I still think of you all. Yours sincerely, Dave
Comments (28)
Odrah
thanx for sharing this overwhelming shot and telling the story of this historical place!
Zacko
Oohooohhoooh!!! I can just picture that top one, under the influence of a full moon. What a spectacular scene that would be, with those many different looking gravestones and that tall grass. OOOoooh SPOOOOKY even!!! You gotta do that someday!!! PROMISE!!! Excellent and educational as always! Have a great one!!!! #:o)
KiwiMiss
What terrible bad luck this church site has had! The church is so quaint and I love the texture of the stone. Going by the headstones it looks like some of them are quite recent? A what a beautiful cross. Thanks for sharing these beautiful images and a piece of history. Noeline
Zabeth
Thank you very much for the explanations!!! It looks like it is still being watched after... Sorry you couldn't get inside. Very good shot from the outside! Have a great day!
Sekadhar
What a story! Wonderful photos! Excellent shots!!!!
ysvry
nice foto , almost looks as if someone didnt want a church to be build for this Mark.
tizjezzme
Oh, my gosh ... this photo is absolutely gorgeous! It caught my attention while scanning all the thumbnails on the page and came right here. Last Sunday I photographed a sweet church a bit similar to this, but it was so large, I couldn't get it all in the lens with the one I had with me; so took some shots of the graveyard. Ancient stones were there .. very interesting. I love this photo... totally.!
Enmos
Beautiful, especially the top one !! Like the brich roof on the tower !! Very beautiful atmos, gorgeous work here !! :o)
MossSphere
This chuch does seem to have had it share of bad luck! An interesting montage and fascinating background info! 16 in one day is some going too!
pimbotin
The top picture is really excellent. It would have probably been better without the graves but it's difficult to avoid them when you want to shot a village church. Compliments!
bentchick
A sad story for such a beautiful building. Thank you for sharing.
diomedes66
What a magnificnet church and equally magnificent compositions. What horrible luck this church has had - perhaps after your visit and documentation its luck will change :-) Well done!
marybelgium
Thanks for sharing... great serie !
thuleke
Excellent picture, no more words!!!
Tedz
16 Church visits in one Day...You are surely Blessed....a fine Image and Documentation :]
soulofharmony
lovely soft image upper.. superb DOF..like how youve mounted the bottom two with brick between the two... info brillaint.. this church has survived a considerable history.. excelletn work dave..:)...
Onslow
Nice pics and interesting story to go with them :)
cynlee
sounds almost haunted... fantastic piece of history & image... i am humbled by such age... the church that is ;]
kimariehere
WOW! this is powerful... the story the capture it is all remarkably intriguing and fantastic!! thank you so much for sharing this treasure!!...
b2amphot
A most fascinating tale. I noticed the spire is made totally of stone which I believe is unusual. Great shot, great series.
tibet2004uk
Superb shot and, once again, fascinating info!!
Lledeline
Beaautiful and interesting.
tommorules
Good grief!! As soon as you started your story I had a flashback to childhood & I knew you were going to say Flixborough. That event had a massive effect psychologically at the time, even though I was only 6 years old & miles away. It made me think all industry is bad. I remember there was an ICI factory where my Grandma used to live in Beeston Rylands & I always asked Dad to drive the long way round. I had forgotten all that until know. Amazing thing, the human brain!!
logiloglu
wonderful serie. excellent done. !!!!!!! #:O) !!!!!!!
CDBrugg
one is tempted to say that some people cannot take a hint - then I read Steve's (tommorules) comment and it isn't quite so funny.
blacq_nyght_vampyre
Such a beautiful place! Amazing story with such history.
sossy
ohhh how I love those church scenes with the wonderful grave yards! outstanding and beautiful cross on the grave stone! fantastic historical find! ;o)
chantal-france
a very interesting and sad history :) but you made such beautiful legend and such interesting shots that there is no remaining sadness in your work :)) Super work!!