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3 days ago
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'I like to capture the beauty of where I am especially if it makes me smile'
WELCOME to Behind the Lens, a feature that shines a light on the talented photographers in our Warrington Guardian Camera Club group. This week, we're talking to Carolyn Danson, who is originally from Colwyn Bay in north Wales but has lived in Lymm for most of her life. She was given a camera as a birthday present when she was a teenager and her father's amateur photography had a big influence on her life. If you would like to appear in our Behind the Lens feature, email Click here if you would like to join Warrington Guardian Camera Club. Warrington Guardian Camera Club member Carolyn Danson When and why did you take up photography? As a teenager, I was given a camera for a birthday present and my interest began from then. It was helped by the fact my father was very interested in photography and would talk about it. He did wedding photos on an amateur basis when we were children and developed his own films. He would talk about apertures and speeds and regularly bought amateur photography magazines. He had a creative leaning which I hope I've inherited to some extent. So, he was a big influence. Disappearing sun What do you love about taking pictures? I like to capture things that make me smile and I like to capture the beauty of whatever it is I am looking at, so that it is kept in a physical way. Light changes so rapidly - the image in front of you can go away quickly and taking a photo keeps it as it is, in that moment. Taking photos makes you look at things more closely and makes you more aware of your surroundings. Taking the monthly pictures for the One Photo A Month Challenge in the Camera Club made me realise that the places I saw frequently changed so much throughout the year without me realising. I do still get my photos printed so have a lovely physical reminder. Water reflections READ MORE: 'I love capturing the mood and I love the memories that photographs evoke' Where is your favourite place to take pictures and why? I like to take pictures when I am out with my dog Stanley, usually of him having fun. I like to photograph a variety of views and natural things such as plants and trees etc. I do like to consider light and framing. Lymm Dam features a lot as does the Trans Pennine Trail. I love snowy and frosty shots too. Looking up What is your favourite subject matter and why? My dog Stanley because he's special! He cheers me up and I can catch the look on his face which has many different expressions. I also love views, as nature in all its forms is beautiful. In full bloom READ MORE: Every picture you take tells a story and helps keep memories alive What do you enjoy about being part of our Camera Club on Facebook? I enjoy looking at others' photos and sometimes working out how they have been taken. I like the fact posting a photo is a positive experience and enjoy the comments others leave. I've enjoyed doing the monthly photos as they've made me even more aware of my surroundings. I enjoy having a picture of the week to focus on. I think it all helps to encourage you to be more mindful. Along the canal If you could photograph anyone/any place/anything, who/what would it be? I enjoy historical buildings, castles, churches and abbeys etc and art as well as culture so a historical city appeals, such as Rome. Florence and Tuscany for similar reasons and beautiful landscapes. Carolyn's dog Stanley
Leader Live
7 days ago
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- Leader Live
A round-up of football pre-season friendlies action
Calum McIntyre's side are all set for their fourth pre-season contest, which is a match-up versus Cymru Premier League Colwyn Bay. The Seagulls are managed by former Blues' favourite Michael Wilde and they are preparing for their return to the top flight after winning the Cymru North title last season. Chester, who lost out 3-0 to League Two Salford City in their last run-out, have announced the signing of goalkeeper Lewys Benjamin on a season-long loan move from Wolverhampton Wanderers. He follows in the footsteps of former loanees Harry Tyrer, Elyh Harrison and Jimmy Storer as young keepers who looked to develop at the Blues. Benjamin told the club's website: 'The lads were great with me, they all introduced themselves to me straight away so I didn't need to go to them. 'Immediately I felt welcomed in by everyone, and the standard of the boys is absolutely class so it's been a great start.' Connah's Quay Nomads continue their preparations for the forthcoming campaign with tonight's friendly at National League North Macclesfield. Likely to feature is striker Eddie Servuts, who has signed up with John Disney's side. Servuts has featured as a trialist for Nomads during pre-season and he claimed a second half hat-trick in the win over Denbigh Town. The former Southport, Skelmersdale and Nantwich attacker told the club's website: 'I'm thrilled to sign for Connah's Quay - I can't wait to get started, give my all, and have a positive impact on the pitch.' Boss Disney added: 'Eddie has been fantastic since impressing in the trial game he applied for back in June - he is an exciting forward player that is willing to make runs, stretch teams and show his physical attributes as well as getting himself in the box and so far in pre-season scoring goals. 'We hope he can continue this into the season in the league campaign. We are all really looking forward to working with Eddie.' Round two contests in this season's Welsh League Cup have now been finalised. Gresford Athletic, who defeated Brickfield Rangers 3-0 in the first round, will travel to Llandudno, while Buckley Town - who thrashed Holyhead Hotspur 4-0 - host Newtown. Ruthin Town, who pipped Penrhyncoch on penalties, will now welcome Connah's Quay Nomads. Other northern section ties: Caernarfon v Colwyn Bay; Guilsfield v Bala; Flint v Holywell; The New Saints v Airbus; Rhyl 1879 v Denbigh.
Leader Live
30-06-2025
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- Leader Live
Pair of big Flintshire derbies to open Cymru North season
Under the stewardship of boss Mark Allen, the Wingmakers finished as runners-up last time out, just three points adrift of champions Colwyn Bay. Looking to go one step further this time around, Airbus begin their Cymru North season away to ambitious Buckley Town on Saturday, July 26. There are two Flintshire derbies to open the campaign, with Johnny Haseldin's Holywell Town at home to Flint Mountain on the same day. Also on July 26, Gresford Athletic play host to Guilsfield and Mold Alex welcome Penrhyncoch. The league season begins with a quartet of matches scheduled for Friday, July 25. One of these is a battle of last season's Ardal League champions, with East League winners Brickfield Rangers heading to Rhyl 1879, who triumphed in the West League. Ardal League play-off winners Holyhead Hotspur open away to Llandudno, while Denbigh Town play host to Caersws. Ruthin Town, who survived with a dramatic final day victory over Bangor 1876 in April, head to Newtown, who were relegated from the Cymru Premier League. With the expansion of the top flight arriving in the 2026-27 campaign, three clubs will gain promotion from Cymru North.
Yahoo
15-06-2025
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Glamorgan Women gain revenge over Middlesex
Vitality Blast Women League 2 South Group, Colwyn Bay Glamorgan 171-4 (20 overs): Parfitt 75, Jeanes 53; Pearson 2-35 Middlesex 141-9 (20 overs): Horley 46; Tulloch 3-18 Glamorgan won by 30 runs Match scorecard Advertisement Glamorgan took Middlesex's unbeaten Blast record with a 30-run victory at Colwyn Bay to gain revenge for a narrow defeat at Northwood two weeks previously. Captain Lauren Parfitt led from the front with an unbeaten 75 off 60 balls in Glamorgan's imposing 171 for four. She added 81 for the first wicket with Daisy Jeanes, who blasted 53 off only 21 balls. Middlesex captain Saskia Horley also top-scored for her team with 50 in their 141-9, putting on 68 for the fifth wicket with Georgia Irving (33). But Middlesex had left themselves too much to do with Poppy Tulloch (3-18) claiming quick wickets in the later stages. Advertisement It was Glamorgan's second win in three matches in the competition and Middlesex's first defeat in four. The fixture also marked the first match at Colwyn Bay for a Glamorgan senior team since 2019, with the men's regular fixture at the Rhos-on-Sea ground not resuming after Covid.
BBC News
15-06-2025
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- BBC News
Glamorgan Women gain revenge over Middlesex
Vitality Blast Women League 2 South Group, Colwyn BayGlamorgan 171-4 (20 overs): Parfitt 75, Jeanes 53; Pearson 2-35 Middlesex 141-9 (20 overs): Horley 46; Tulloch 3-18Glamorgan won by 30 runsMatch scorecard Glamorgan took Middlesex's unbeaten Blast record with a 30-run victory at Colwyn Bay to gain revenge for a narrow defeat at Northwood two weeks Lauren Parfitt led from the front with an unbeaten 75 off 60 balls in Glamorgan's imposing 171 for added 81 for the first wicket with Daisy Jeanes, who blasted 53 off only 21 captain Saskia Horley also top-scored for her team with 50 in their 141-9, putting on 68 for the fifth wicket with Georgia Irving (33).But Middlesex had left themselves too much to do with Poppy Tulloch (3-18) claiming quick wickets in the later was Glamorgan's second win in three matches in the competition and Middlesex's first defeat in fixture also marked the first match at Colwyn Bay for a Glamorgan senior team since 2019, with the men's regular fixture at the Rhos-on-Sea ground not resuming after Covid.
