It is always refreshing to change your photography habits a little. I hope the heatwaves arent too harsh in your area. It looks terryfying on the forecasts.
I just don't like graffiti...the mindless scrawls, but I LOVE street art!! Some of that stuff in Manchester is amazing work - and very nicely captureed too.
Definitely some amazing creativity in some of those. Huge difference between street art and graffiti. There are those that just tag things with a bit of writing (graffiti), which is what I see mainly where I live, and then there are those that truly have the artistic flair to make it a thing of beauty. The art should be encouraged, the other discouraged.
Thanks Paul, I always look for street art in the cities I visit, adds a new dimension to the environment and some of the stuff is amazing. Just a train ride away for me too, I will be sure to check it out.
We are heading back in to Manchester tomorrow. Leaving the video camera at home and just taking the cameras. It is about time we used them more. Love the art on the walls in the city. Just found you and subscribed. Thanks
That was very interesting and something a bit different. Not really my thing, however I was impressed with the street art, some of which was awesome. I enjoyed the shapes and lines section too. Well done mate 📷👏
Nice change to see some street photography, the edgy soundtrack was perfect 👍. Re the art work at about 17.58, not Boy George, but Frida Kahlo, a very famous Mexican artist.
Being a Mancunian, I loved it. I mostly spend time photographing around the Castlefield area. Sadly as each year goes by, more and more apartments are being erected which impacts the aesthetics of the area. IMHO, Manchester looks its chracter best under gray, rainy skies. Here I shoot it with ASA 1600 film, or I simulate a film profile in post if I really had to shoot digital. The gritty film suits the gritty city.
A interesting video never seen so much street art and graffiti in one place . Great images and something to think of for a change bit dint think I could have ventured into some of those places on own . Thanks for sharing
Hi Paul good stuff unusual to see u doing that kind of photography but l enjoyed it ps l have never been to Manchester but have been a mc for the last 55 years a lot of downs but at present a lot of ups keep them look forward to them.
Thoroughly enjoyed the creative imaging of the street art. I have recently started shooting the same genre and your images have just increased my motivation. Thanks, Paul.
Street art is not really my thing but it was an interesting video anyway. I must admit i liked the image's you captured of the reflections in the water at the canal.
Boy George .... 😊😊😁😁🤣🤣 I'm sure I'm not the only one to point this out but its Frida Kahlo, one of the most famous artists of the C20. Seriously check out her work, its really interesting and her life story is amazing. A feminist icon before feminism had even been invented. Some great shots in the vlog, where high tech meets grunge meets post industrialism. Too many shots I like to list them. Glasgow also has some great street art, some commissioned, some freelance. Also a fantastic sculpture trail in the Central Belt of the work of Andy Scott, who did The Kelpies (biggest horse statues in the world, although the mounted statue of Genghis Khan in Mongolia might be larger).
I was just thinking to myself when walking the dog this morning that I should get back out with the camera in built up areas and this was in my to watch list! How spooky is that? You got some cracking images there Paul, never been to Manchester myself but it's on my list when I get off my backside :-)
Paul, the 2nd bit of Street Art by the canal, under the bridge is not the safest area, Cottagers Corner or something one TH-camr calls it, basically where Gay Men meet for “lewd acts” to be polite, there’s even police notices up saying it’s against the law. That and the fact the place stinks. ( nice to have met you in Castlefield, that day it looks like too ). Where the large Blue Tit piece is there’s one across the car park from there and another around the on the next Street and more just up the road, they are from around 2018/19 for a Charity Street Art Festival like the blindfolded kid one. I hate it when you get jealous idiots tagging over them, just because that’s the limit of what they can do, great video from my home city though I live 20 miles out now in Horwich near Rivington.
@@paulcomptonpdphotography Where you were on the high white bridge in Castlefield, follow the canal you see to your right and you’ll find more there too, more graffiti mostly rather than Street Art
It is surprising that the council who are so keen on promoting Manchester as a safe tourism area, allow such filth to exist so close to the city center. Last summer, I was walikng up from Castlefield towards what I think is called Rochdale Canal, and under a bridge, where ottherwise would have been most picturesque, there was this body on the wooden bench, covered with whatever it was, and around it were helf dozen empty bottles, of Gin, Vodka, wine, Cider, and puke and human excrement. As for the Canal Steet and the sourounding areas, lets just say that I do not agree with the politics of the Manchester City Council. Sexual politics and agendas, should have no place in the places of decision making. Lets hope that I don't come across as a biggot, but I worked in the service industry in the city for 26 years as a manager, and lets say that I have witnessed some stomach churnning scenes.
Something special. Great location and pictures!!!
Love the art
Loved the reflections in the water .
they were like moving bar codes
It is always refreshing to change your photography habits a little. I hope the heatwaves arent too harsh in your area. It looks terryfying on the forecasts.
I hope so too! its been hot today
I prefer going to Manchester on the train, thanks for sharing the day.
Your welcome
Funniest bit - Frida Kahlo mistaken for Boy George! 😅 Made my day 👍
hahaah i know sorry
I just don't like graffiti...the mindless scrawls, but I LOVE street art!! Some of that stuff in Manchester is amazing work - and very nicely captureed too.
Totally agree!
Definitely some amazing creativity in some of those. Huge difference between street art and graffiti. There are those that just tag things with a bit of writing (graffiti), which is what I see mainly where I live, and then there are those that truly have the artistic flair to make it a thing of beauty. The art should be encouraged, the other discouraged.
i know some of the artwork was so so good
Thanks Paul, I always look for street art in the cities I visit, adds a new dimension to the environment and some of the stuff is amazing. Just a train ride away for me too, I will be sure to check it out.
Ot better than the crap we see on the street
We are heading back in to Manchester tomorrow. Leaving the video camera at home and just taking the cameras. It is about time we used them more. Love the art on the walls in the city. Just found you and subscribed. Thanks
Sounds great! lets see some photos
taa
Great video really enjoyed it.
Glad to hear it!
That was very interesting and something a bit different. Not really my thing, however I was impressed with the street art, some of which was awesome. I enjoyed the shapes and lines section too. Well done mate 📷👏
Thanks for sharing!
Nice change to see some street photography, the edgy soundtrack was perfect 👍. Re the art work at about 17.58, not Boy George, but Frida Kahlo, a very famous Mexican artist.
wow look so much like Georgey Boy haha
Being a Mancunian, I loved it. I mostly spend time photographing around the Castlefield area. Sadly as each year goes by, more and more apartments are being erected which impacts the aesthetics of the area. IMHO, Manchester looks its chracter best under gray, rainy skies. Here I shoot it with ASA 1600 film, or I simulate a film profile in post if I really had to shoot digital. The gritty film suits the gritty city.
wow where can i see your images
What a great day out! One of the best street art examples and all done in a day. Lots of hidden gems and superb examples of graffiti art.
Couldn't agree more!
This was really good Paul it was a good refreshing change to landscape photography with really good images.
I like a bit of street to keep me on it
We should do a street photography meet-up, great video 👍
Definitely!! mate if you want to how about Liverpool
Or Brum, i can stop at yours haha
@@paulcomptonpdphotography any time
cool hows your knees
@@paulcomptonpdphotography yes so far so good just very unfit and hurt after about a mile walk but getting there 👍
A interesting video never seen so much street art and graffiti in one place . Great images and something to think of for a change bit dint think I could have ventured into some of those places on own . Thanks for sharing
Absolutely so much colour
Hi Paul good stuff unusual to see u doing that kind of photography but l enjoyed it ps l have never been to Manchester but have been a mc for the last 55 years a lot of downs but at present a lot of ups keep them look forward to them.
Glad you enjoyed it
Thoroughly enjoyed the creative imaging of the street art. I have recently started shooting the same genre and your images have just increased my motivation. Thanks, Paul.
its a great subject
Street art is not really my thing but it was an interesting video anyway.
I must admit i liked the image's you captured of the reflections in the water at the canal.
they was a bit different
Boy George .... 😊😊😁😁🤣🤣 I'm sure I'm not the only one to point this out but its Frida Kahlo, one of the most famous artists of the C20. Seriously check out her work, its really interesting and her life story is amazing. A feminist icon before feminism had even been invented.
Some great shots in the vlog, where high tech meets grunge meets post industrialism. Too many shots I like to list them.
Glasgow also has some great street art, some commissioned, some freelance. Also a fantastic sculpture trail in the Central Belt of the work of Andy Scott, who did The Kelpies (biggest horse statues in the world, although the mounted statue of Genghis Khan in Mongolia might be larger).
I know I really messed up l 😪
@@paulcomptonpdphotography Gave me a good laugh though 😁
Sorry missed these old comment replies
I was just thinking to myself when walking the dog this morning that I should get back out with the camera in built up areas and this was in my to watch list! How spooky is that? You got some cracking images there Paul, never been to Manchester myself but it's on my list when I get off my backside :-)
You should! but first get that camera out
@@paulcomptonpdphotography - Only time I'm without one is when I'm at work :-)
haha me to
When photographing street art do you have to have foreground in the shot
not really but it helps make more of what your shooting or its just art of art
Paul, the 2nd bit of Street Art by the canal, under the bridge is not the safest area, Cottagers Corner or something one TH-camr calls it, basically where Gay Men meet for “lewd acts” to be polite, there’s even police notices up saying it’s against the law. That and the fact the place stinks.
( nice to have met you in Castlefield, that day it looks like too ).
Where the large Blue Tit piece is there’s one across the car park from there and another around the on the next Street and more just up the road, they are from around 2018/19 for a Charity Street Art Festival like the blindfolded kid one. I hate it when you get jealous idiots tagging over them, just because that’s the limit of what they can do, great video from my home city though I live 20 miles out now in Horwich near Rivington.
thanks for that info, nice place then under the bridge haha.. i love all the art its so colourful ill look for the new ones next time
@@paulcomptonpdphotography Where you were on the high white bridge in Castlefield, follow the canal you see to your right and you’ll find more there too, more graffiti mostly rather than Street Art
wow thanks
It is surprising that the council who are so keen on promoting Manchester as a safe tourism area, allow such filth to exist so close to the city center. Last summer, I was walikng up from Castlefield towards what I think is called Rochdale Canal, and under a bridge, where ottherwise would have been most picturesque, there was this body on the wooden bench, covered with whatever it was, and around it were helf dozen empty bottles, of Gin, Vodka, wine, Cider, and puke and human excrement. As for the Canal Steet and the sourounding areas, lets just say that I do not agree with the politics of the Manchester City Council. Sexual politics and agendas, should have no place in the places of decision making. Lets hope that I don't come across as a biggot, but I worked in the service industry in the city for 26 years as a manager, and lets say that I have witnessed some stomach churnning scenes.
@@lensman5762 No, you don’t come across as a bigot actually, just someone not afraid to say it as it is
arent you worried about copyright infringements when you post someone else's artwork?
I have not said its mine work..
I understand, I take the same kind of photos and it is always a concern when I do post them. even when I give full credit to the creator.
just enjoy it