by James Balston | Jul 7, 2011 | Gardens
Of all days to want to shoot dusk shots, we chose the longest day of the year. It was worth the wait though. Interior & Lighting Designer, Susan Quirke, has turned her hand to garden design, and got off to a great start with this elaborate roof terrace in North... 
by James Balston | May 5, 2011 | Gardens
The National Gardens Scheme has been going since 1927, and allows paid entry to participating private gardens of all styles and sizes, with the income going to charity. On a balmy evening last week I visited Charles Rutherfoord’s delightful south London... 
by James Balston | Apr 14, 2011 | Gardens, Landscapes
I was down in Kent during the beautiful weather last week, visiting relatives. Luckily I had the camera with me, as it was the perfect spring day, and the garden was looking delightful. I think I’ll have to return in summer, autumn and winter to complete the... 
by James Balston | Sep 16, 2010 | Architecture, Gardens, Lighting
Between sunset and darkness is a magical time for photography, often referred to as the blue hour. “Hour” is a slight exaggeration however, and it feels more like a precious few minutes when you scramble around trying to capture all those tantalising...