Les Bessant

Seen lying on a bench. I blame the squirrels.

Shadow of a pedestrian barrier, design based on the Newcastle coat of arms

Nice bit of motion blur

Taken on a bright morning after a fresh fall of snow. Saltwell Park, Gateshead, UK

Taken in a light tent, Canon EOS 30D, Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM

Gollum is startled by a photographer

Early test shot with my new Pentax Q

Statue at the British Library, inspired by William Blake's engraving. This shot is colour bosted for dramatic effect

The Gherkin behind the Tower of London, seen from Tower Bridge

A restored building at St Fagans. It's had the pre-reformation wall paintings recreated.

Lion guarding a doorway, given a sepia tint

Sculpture at Newcastle upon Tyne Civic Centre. Normally has water running down it, but this was caught when the fountain was turned off.

Part of a sculpture trail in Saltwell Park, Gateshead

On the north pier at the mouth of the Tyne

Part of a sculpture at Sunderland Marina

Scaffolders at work prior to the demolition of the 1960s Central Library, Newcastle upon Tyne

Construction of the 21st century Newcastle City Library

The Tyne Bridge looming out of the mist. A personal favourite.

Using the arch as a natural frame was planned, the bird was un unexpected bonus.

Tynemouth Priory, given some treatment in Lightroom, Photoshop and Perfect Photo Suite.

Tynemouth Priory looking a little strange.

A close view at the Welsh Mountain Zoo, Colwyn Bay

At the Welsh Mountain Zoo, Colwyn Bay

Northumbria University Bridge

Looks like he's been standing there a little too long.