<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[www.wildwillowways.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[WildWillowWays]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/wildwillowways</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:38:50 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.wildwillowways.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Embracing the Beauty of a Coastal Morning Through My Camera Lens]]></title><description><![CDATA[I often take my camera with me on a walk or short outing. My purpose is two-fold. Firstly, I like to take every opportunity to take photographs. Secondly, I aim to constantly review my images and discover how to improve my photography. I recently took a Sunday morning stroll along the promenade of a local coastal town. Sundays have a different vibe as they are more leisure focused, and my walk took in scenes from all walks of life. Families were out together enjoying some spring sunshine on...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/embracing-the-beauty-of-a-coastal-morning-through-my-camera-lens</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c063d6a4fc477e0d7fe7b5</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:00:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_10af039bf5d340e1b8cd83dc977bbcf1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Embracing Stillness: A Morning Meditation Through Black and White Photography]]></title><description><![CDATA[When I think of meditation or mindfulness a few words come to mind: serenity, stillness, listening, being present, using our senses, focus, breath, calm, clarity, awareness, grounded, reflection When I am out with my camera I can experience many of the attributes of meditation and mindfulness. I am present in the moment, calm, listening and observing what is around me, engaging with my senses. My mind is clear and focused, my breathing is relaxed. I am aware of my surroundings and often...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/embracing-stillness-a-morning-meditation-through-black-and-white-photography</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c8155d4b5dfe0bfdb01fdc</guid><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 09:45:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_7e8cbeceb46b464eb59cbfea3b14ddef~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capturing the Essence: A Photography Project Focused on a Single Subject]]></title><description><![CDATA[BACKGROUND I live close to a large suburban parkland which is home to a beautifully restored 18th century house. The house, which was originally a 17th century house called 'The Grange', was purchased in 1764 by David La Touche, a French Huguenot and first governor of the then newly established Bank of Ireland. La Touche refurbished and extended the house and renamed it Marlay House after his wife Elizabeth Marlay. After changing hands numerous times, the house and demesne was finally donated...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/capturing-the-essence-a-photography-project-focused-on-a-single-subject</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a756ad7c30ee379830dd40</guid><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:45:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_c10e12add9cd454eb01c329e7fb3a03f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Key Considerations for Launching a Photography Project]]></title><description><![CDATA[What’s the purpose of a photography project? A photography project is frequently recommended as a means to enhance our creativity, spark our interest, offer motivation, and give our photography a clear direction. Engaging in a project can push us beyond our comfort zone, thus improving our skills, and achieving a tangible result, like a photo book or exhibition, can give us a sense of fulfillment. A project can help move you out of your comfort zone and try new techniques. What are the key...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/key-considerations-for-launching-a-photography-project</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ad9ecc053d59350a1176d8</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 09:45:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_2d59c7195cac4874903ab4430bf34402~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capturing the Beauty of Late Morning Light and Shadows ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Although I enjoy photography at all times of day, and I try to make the most of all weather conditions, I still get the most enjoyment from photography when I have some good light producing light and shadow effects. This kind of light isn't limited to golden hour or blue hour, although at other times, particularly when the light is harsh, we might need to work with the available light and adapt it to meet our photographic needs. During this photo session, I had some free time in the late...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/capturing-the-beauty-of-late-morning-light-and-shadows</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b2ee19ecfce39c49aa30ec</guid><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:45:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_5b3cfe278b984bebadb7f1ff3de2b26b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Making the Most of an Unexpected Sunny Morning]]></title><description><![CDATA[It has been a winter of almost incessant rain, grey skies, flat light and dull, dreary conditions. It’s no surprise that these conditions have not been conducive to getting out with a (non weather sealed) camera. On this morning it seemed as though it was going to be more of the same. Seeing the overcast sky and sensing imminent rain showers, I went for a quick morning walk in the woodland without my camera. Unexpectedly, the clouds gave way to some sunshine so I decided to make the most of...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/making-the-most-of-an-unexpected-sunny-morning</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a44e2cedd8c723c8aa07bc</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:40:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_0e99061aa6f34f15945ff6f1e3800b32~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_844,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taking the ‘One Word’ Photography Challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Finding the motivation to go out with your camera can be challenging. Poor weather, a busy schedule, the difficulty of leaving the house, or uncertainty about what to photograph are common obstacles. However, we all know that when we do make the effort to venture out with our camera, we rarely regret it. So, how can you increase your motivation and get out more often to do photography? A recent video by UK-based photographer Andrew Banner, Nothing To Photograph? Just ONE WORD Will Change That,...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/taking-the-one-word-photography-challenge</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b04e5d21a584c05f0662bf</guid><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 10:45:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_35c34e11ef5c4e2b8c1cb9384fa2bdb4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Did I Take This Photograph?]]></title><description><![CDATA[I have come to believe that a way to help improve my photography is to ask myself the question, why did I take this photograph? Sometimes, the answer to this question is easy to see. It might be the way the light is falling on the subject... It might be that the subject itself is interesting... It might be weather conditions that we don't see often... Or it might be that the scene tells a story... Sometimes, I am simply drawn to the aesthetics of the scene or subject and want to take a...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/why-did-i-take-this-photograph</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6984c38b4ef7940ceef1e42a</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:30:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_e01bb6a38f994f96b06851c2321806c0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_866,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creating Images with Depth and Meaning]]></title><description><![CDATA[Photography is probably more popular today than ever before. It is said that approximately 5 billion photos are taken worldwide every day, and 90% of these are taken with smartphones. For most people, these photos will be mainly snapshots of family and friends, places they visit and photos of special occasions. Of those that are more traditional photography images, many will be of beautiful vistas in epic locations, often taken during golden hour. Most ‘casual’ photographers are not too...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/creating-images-with-depth-and-meaning</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698cfc5de952b7bb6a1e7034</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 10:30:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_7d9256f32f1448a89618f163af293ae6~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Would You Still Take Photographs if Nobody Saw Them?]]></title><description><![CDATA[This question was posed recently on a YouTube video. I thought it was an interesting one to consider. As a question, it is linked to the answer to, Why did you start taking photographs in the first place?   or even, How would you feel if you couldn’t take photographs for a month? The question is asking about the essence of photography; what it means to each of us and how we would be if it wasn’t in our lives. My answer to the question, Would you still take photographs if no-one saw them? Is a...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/would-you-still-take-photographs-if-nobody-saw-them</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69934ebb159d7fac96417329</guid><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:02:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_f236f7c4bbbc4d9ea339b5b1ebc0c2dc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will You Take the Five Photo Challenge?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Photo walks are often a good opportunity to capture some images but they can also prove disappointing when we come home with nothing special. I used to believe that just going out with my camera should result in decent images every time. All I needed was to have my camera at the ready and the photographic opportunities would present themselves. But that is not the case, especially when my photo walk takes me to places with which I am very familiar and it can be difficult to know what to...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/will-you-take-the-five-photo-challenge</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6990cfe0ec9bf7f4acf96a10</guid><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 10:45:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_4e1e4493f8794942bd1d80bfa014a89e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Importance of Emotional Connection in Photography]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recently, the weather here in Ireland has not been very conducive to photography. Each day has had heavy rain, wind, cold and very little light. But not getting out to do photography has given me the opportunity to consume some photography content from books, podcasts and YouTube videos. As well as visiting the channels of photographers I know and whose content I enjoy, I have also had time to discover new channels. One such channel is that of Simon Burn, photographer and staff writer at...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/why-i-think-emotion-matters-in-photography</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697a41e555d806ef8a1d2fd4</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 10:30:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_22388dff24fa4b4a9966b3b78229b8db~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Video Recommendations to Enhance  Your Photography Skills...and a Bonus!]]></title><description><![CDATA[When I started this website and blog my intention was to share my journey as a beginner photography and to pass on what I learned to anyone else who might be starting a similar journey. I wanted to share my passion and enthusiasm for photography and hopefully encourage others to commence or continue their own photography journey. My blog posts have taken the form of sharing personal experiences, passing on discoveries I make, discussing how I view the link between photography and wellbeing...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/5-video-recommendations-to-enhance-your-photography-skills</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6977ece16b7a080e43d7430a</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 10:45:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_bf19e03dd6d745a7b47d9f6d472f9ff4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capturing the Essence of Winter: A Video Gallery of Memories]]></title><description><![CDATA[To celebrate the ending of January the coming of slightly longer days and the gradual beginning of spring, I have created a short video of winter memories. I hope you like it.]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/video-gallery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696d5f95322ac077fef93a12</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 10:50:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/f93c9d_7fe72ff2b8e84476a7f236f93a06422f/1080p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capturing the Winter Landscape in 20 Pictures]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this post I want to share some of the images I made during this winter season, where I experienced all kinds of weather, some types more conducive to photography than others. There was rain, fog, frost and some beautiful sunsets, all part of the winter photography experience. I hope you like them.]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/capturing-the-winter-landscape-in-16-pictures</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696d5380d122d90ed9687eca</guid><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:46:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_57e2242e30004fa3b09a7687e901b0dd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capturing the Magic of the Irish Countryside in 20 Photos]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning's walk was a slightly different one for me. I was visiting family in a rural part of Ireland during the autumn and I took a stroll around a small village and its surrounding area to see what I might capture with my camera. The weather was not the most conducive for photography. The sky was grey and the light was gloomy as I set out, although the sun did make a brief appearance and I managed to take advantage of some good light. Otherwise, all I could do was to create some moody...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/capturing-the-magic-of-the-irish-countryside-in-15-photos</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690a7eb04d903df3e0b63c13</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:31:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_d89937abcad44e6b8a1404ee1b10a481~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Photography is Good For Your Wellbeing]]></title><description><![CDATA[During times of difficulty and turmoil it can be hard to keep doing the things that are good for our health and easy to allow ourselves to slip into bad habits. The constant bombardment of negativity that currently seems to be all around us can leave us feeling disheartened and wondering what is the point of it all? This is the time when we need to be more vigilant about our mental health and take steps, even small steps, to keep ourselves physically, mentally and emotionally fit. There is a...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/why-photography-is-good-for-your-wellbeing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5fbd30c366116500178719ef</guid><category><![CDATA[Photography and wellbeing]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 21:21:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_60c2bee84fa344edaf86e09c4038da13~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_622,h_830,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[7 Key Insights From 7 Years of Photography]]></title><description><![CDATA[I have been doing photography now for just over 7 years. I started off with an entry level DSLR and kit lens and a vision of doing landscape photography. Below are two of my first images, taken in auto mode.   There are some aspects of the images that I like. For example, I like that the swans are swimming into the frame in the second image. There are a lot of things about them that I don’t like and wouldn’t do today, such as capturing a scene without a proper subject, as in the first image....]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/7-key-insights-from-7-years-of-photography</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68e6d27934d71f351cae526a</guid><category><![CDATA[Landscape Photography]]></category><category><![CDATA[Mindful Photography]]></category><category><![CDATA[Photography and wellbeing]]></category><category><![CDATA[Creativity]]></category><category><![CDATA[Travel Photography]]></category><category><![CDATA[Improving Photography]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 10:42:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_8bd4bdc9cd2048ffbde19dbdeb38a5b3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Discovering the Value of Everyday Photography]]></title><description><![CDATA[During the past year I discovered an interest in photographing what I call the ‘everyday landscape’. For me, this involves getting out with my camera as often as possible and looking for potential subjects wherever I happen to be. There is no particular theme to this photography, I just stop at something that catches my eye and take a picture. Sometimes I will plan on taking a certain route close to my home to see what subjects reveal themselves to me, at other times I will go out without a...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/discovering-the-value-of-everyday-photography</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6902513710878d6d879d04ab</guid><category><![CDATA[Creativity]]></category><category><![CDATA[Improving Photography]]></category><category><![CDATA[Travel Photography]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:46:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_affab0f4685a4350b439a917e0fa6270~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_844,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capturing the Moment: 20 Photos from a New Year Walk]]></title><description><![CDATA[This was my first walk of the year with my camera. The morning was cold and bright and the overnight frost still lingered in places. The sun was making periodic appearances creating a contrast between light and shade. Otherwise, the light was soft and diffused, perfect for photography. My walk took me to my local park and woodland – Marlay Demesne  - where I knew I would get at least a few photographs. Marlay Park  is approximately 300 acres of suburban public park located about 9 km from...]]></description><link>https://www.wildwillowways.com/post/20-photos-from-a-new-year-walk</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695d85a8bdb7a40d88d96b7b</guid><category><![CDATA[Landscape Photography]]></category><category><![CDATA[Creativity]]></category><category><![CDATA[Improving Photography]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 10:33:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f93c9d_1f68cf5434fc4568912cb6ff1e79f4da~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WildWillowWays</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>