For Orford Ness I have combined two of my artistic passions, drawing and photography, to produce a unique digital image.
The drawing, which was made from sketches undertaken on site, utilises charcoal, ink and coloured pencil. The photographic extracts are from digital photographs taken on site.
The drawing was scanned to provide a digital image and the photographs then superimposed on the drawing.
ORFORD NESS
ABOUT ORFORD NESS
Orford Ness, a shingle spit on the Suffolk coast of eastern England, is an internationally important nature reserve with a fascinating 20th century military history.
The red and white lighthouse, built in 1792, is one of the most dramatic features of the site and is still in use. The site also includes a range of former military buildings, including the Watson-Watt radar tower shown in the picture.
The site is owned by the National Trust and is accessible only by passenger ferry from Orford Quay. For further information visit the National Trust Orford Ness page.
Magpie Mine is a former lead mine in the Peak District of England. It is thought to been in operation from 1795 until 1958.
It makes a dtriking landmark in the Derbyshire hills as well as a fascinating piece of industrial heritage.
Holme Beach is a desolate stretch of the North Norfolk Coast in Eastern England. The beach is exposed to northerly winds and even in summer it canbe an isolated place. In winter, the beach receives the full force of Arctic storms.
