Shoot and run (Days 232 - 240)

Day 232 - Scaffold around the old Lamlash Church

The last 10 days have been fairly frantic with weddings, workshops and plenty of commercial jobs to complete. Most of the photo's for the project have really be grabbed along the way - some on my pocket compact as flash cards filled up with jobs and batteries were charged.

The conversion of the old church into residential property seems to be taking a while but with the scaffolding up I'm sure it will suddenly be finished.  Looking forward to seeing them.

Day 233 - Brambles

I love this time of year, so much colour in the berries, the mushrooms are starting to appear in great numbers and there is still plenty of wildlife around.

Day 234 - Cooling swim

Still managing to get some cani-cross training in with Watson despite the busy week.  He enjoys a swim when we're near any water and it's good for him to cool off and see the training as fun.

Day 235 - Graveyard shift

 Monday evening class and a trip to a couple of graveyards for tonight's exercises. I like the old graveyards as the stones tell more of a story giving a feel for the people who have gone before.

Day 236 - The happy couple

Today I had the privilege of  photographing Vivienne and Angus's wedding.  The swans floated by when we were on the bridge and stayed in shot for a short while.  It was a beautiful day.

Day 237 - Bambi

Full day workshops and an island tour taking in the deer at Lochranza, including this little 'bambi'. So cute.

Day 238 - In full sail

More workshops and back to Kildonan. The day was hazy and it gave a mystical feel to the sailing ship.  I wish it had been a little closer as I think it would have looked spectacular.

Day 239 - Nuts

Today it's editing day and I try not to be too distracted by the wildlife outside my window.  But it is good to give the eyes a rest and focus on something a little further away every so often (that's my excuse and I'm sticking to it).

Day 240 - Lunch grab

Another quick lunch time job but the upside is I get fed at this one. And what a view from the restaurant at Altachorvie.

Mountain Festival (A to Z challenge)

Next month brings the annual Arran Mountain Festival between the 16th & 19th May, in an event that caters for different levels of ability with the aim of getting out there!  Not only is it packed full of walks, but also lots of social events.  It's a great opportunity to try more difficult walks such as the A'chir ridge, with trained guides to provide the necessary ropes and assistance, or just a gentle stroll while taking photographs.

One of my favourite events is the film night on the 17th - this year being held at the Altachorive - where a series of short films are shown that have been drawn from a variety of outdoor sports and previously shown at the Kendal film festival.

Some events are family orientated and others strictly 'hardcore', such as the Goatfell mountain race! Then on the Sunday night its time for more fun with the pub quiz at the Ormidale in Brodick before more walks on the Monday.

Views are guaranteed, but if the weather permits they will be spectacular!