Dougie Coull Photography

Sunday, 30 August 2015

Strathaven Balloon Festival - 2015

Once again it was a well worthwhile trip to Strathaven to see the Balloons in flight.

The organisers and staff were both friendly and helpful.

The balloonists were cheerful and accommodating, and the morning and evening events were fantastic.

Hope you enjoy the images and I can recommend this event if you are able to attend next year.

Unpacked

Farmer and Family Get an Early Start

Safely Landed

Up and Away

Larkhall Bound

Evening Start

Sailing in the Sky

Inflated

Evening Preparations

Crowds Gather at the Hill

Little Boy with Big Balloon

Evening Flight

Coming Over

About to Land

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Thursday, 27 August 2015

Edinburgh Military Tattoo Fireworks

After a day on the Royal Mile enjoying the Fringe Festival acts it was over to Calton Hill to take in the Military Tattoo firework display.

With some guidance on timings from a new friend while setting up, I was able to maximise my shots.

The display was very colourful and rewarding to watch - even though the night temperatures are beginning to drop.

Calton Hill

Edinburgh Castle Nicely Illuminated

Fireworks Begin

Nice Show

Princess Street and Balmoral Hotel

Fireworks Continue

Spectacular Colours

Finale

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Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2015

Well, pretty late this year but finally managed through to Edinburgh for the Fringe Festival.

It seemed a bit flat when I arrived but things soon picked up after noon.

As ever the crowds were treated to fun, entertainment, energy, and the friendliness of the participants.

A big thanks to everyone who took the time to pose - mostly with no words needed - and for those that put some high octane energy in to their performances and made it a time to remember.

Also to those who I spoke with and made the day all the more enjoyable.

God willing I'll be back next year.

Power of Flower

Hearts of Folk

Telling Expression

Hearts of Folk

Blues Brothers

Blues Brothers Cast

'The Girl Who Fell in Love with the Moon'

Superhero

Korean Soul

Where's My Princess?

Korean Talent

Swingerella Kisses Her Frog in Hope of a Prince

Death Actually - Complete with Fangs

Cult - A Musical

'Houseplay' Cast

Oliver Twist

More images are available at - www.dougie-coull-photography.com - better resolution and options to licence.

Friday, 21 August 2015

Portencross

After the hurly burly of the jets at Prestwick I decided to take the long way home via the coast road.

Opted to pop down to Portencross as I hadn't been in many a year.

It hasn't changed of course and the sun kindly shone for my walk around the area.

Here are a few images that I hope show the charm of this little gem of a place.

View from Portencross

Dinghies at Portencross

Lone Angler

Portencross Castle

Small Harbour

Flowers Bloom in Late August

More images are available at - www.dougie-coull-photography.com - better resolution and options to licence.

A Few Hours at Prestwick Airfield

Hearing that the Refuelling Tanker and the two Hornets would depart today I headed down to Prestwick.

After a short delay the aircraft fired up and taxied down for take-off.

Nice to see the Hornets pick up speed and take off in a lively fashion and hope my images do justice.