Before the Leaves Fall #82 © Artur Sikora Intrepid 4x5 Mk 4 camera Fujinon 180/5.6 lens Ilford Direct Positive Paper 4x5 #photography #nature #ilfordphoto #directpositivepaper #beforetheleavesfall #ireland #intrepid #woods #largeformat #analogue

Just a quick note. If anyone needs a last minute gift - photographic print is a nice idea ;) I believe it is too late to ship it further than Ireland or EU. Each of them still needs to be printed though ... Here is the link to my online store with a few photographs: www.artursikora.com/prints

I am on Substack. I write about women photographers who have inspired me as well as writing about my own work. open.substack.com/pub/deborahp...

The bakehouse at Rittenhouse Town (c.1743), Philadelphia 2025 B+J “Grover” 8x10, Wollaston 125mm f1.6 meniscus lens, Lupex contact paper (rated at .02iso!), ~6s exposure at f2 Channeling some soft pictorialist landscapes! 😅 #BelieveInFilm #Pictorialism #LargeFormat

[1/4] Hi Everyone, I have a question for those of you with experience in self-publishing photo books. I’m looking for an alternative to Blurb — something in a similar price range, but maybe with better print quality and good customer service in case of any issues. Preferably in EU.

Before the Leaves Fall #68 © Artur Sikora Intrepid 4x5 Mk 4 camera Fujinon 180/5.6 lens Ilford Direct Positive Paper 4x5 #photography #nature #ilfordphoto #directpositivepaper #beforetheleavesfall #ireland #intrepid #woods #largeformat #analogue

Before the Leaves Fall #78 © Artur Sikora Intrepid 4x5 Mk 4 camera Fujinon 180/5.6 lens Ilford Direct Positive Paper 4x5 #photography #nature #ilfordphoto #directpositivepaper #beforetheleavesfall #ireland #intrepid #woods #largeformat #analogue

A few months ago, I decided to revisit a project I began to work on last year. I created more than 80 photographs, though only a selection of them will become part of the final series. Before the Leaves Fall #71 © Artur Sikora Intrepid 4x5 Mk4 Fujinon 90/8 lens Ilford Direct Positive Paper 4x5

Oíche Shamhna Shona Daoibh! #happyhalloween

Mourne Park, Kilkeel © Artur Sikora Rollei 35TE + Kodak Double X 400@800 + yellow filter #landscape #forest #MournePark #photography #kodak #blackandwhite #rollei #35mm

From the roll exposed in early April. Mourne Park, Kilkeel © Artur Sikora Rollei 35TE + Kodak Double X 400@800 + yellow filter #landscape #forest #MournePark #photography #kodak #blackandwhite #rollei #35mm

It’s great to be back in the darkroom, leading workshops at NCAD again this year. There’s something grounding about the smell of photographic paper and chemistry — a welcome change from everyday work.

Utility building, Clontarf (2003) De Paor Architects © Artur Sikora Rollei 35TE + Kodak Double X 250@800 + yellow filter #photography #architecture #dublin #ireland #form #rollei #kodak #35mm

Another one from The Mournes. © Artur Sikora Rollei 35TE + Kodak Double X 250@800 + yellow filter #landscape #mountains #mournes #ireland #photography #rollei #35mm #kodak

The Mourne Mountains. The magic of endless open space. Silence. ©Artur Sikora Rollei 35TE + Kodak Double X 250@800 + yellow filter #photography #landscape #mournes #kodak #rollei #35mm #film #analogue #ireland

Killykeen Forest Park © Artur Sikora Rollei 35 TE + Kodak Double X 250@800 + yellow filter #landscape #35mm #rollei #rollei35te #tessar #kodak #analogue #blackandwhite #photography

A portrait of my daughter from my September is the Cruellest Month series.

Walking towards Cuilcagh Mountain © Artur Sikora Rollei 35 TE + Kodak Double X 250@800 #Cuilcagh #photography #landscape #mountains #rollei #35mm #tessar #kodak

Last Friday, after a long break, I returned to the forest to continue working on a project I started a year ago—'Before the Leaves Fall.' It's no secret that early autumn is the most beautiful time of the year. #photography #landscape #ilfordphoto @ilfordphoto.com #DirectPositivePaper #largeformat

This is the second photograph I made at Kilbarrack Cemetery a couple of days ago. © Artur Sikora 8x10 pinhole camera 8x10 Ilford Direct Positive Paper #photography #pinhole #Ilfordphoto @ilfordphoto.com #personalportfolio

Kilbarrack Cemetery with the ruins of a beautiful church, probably from the 13th century or perhaps even much older. © Artur Sikora 8x10 pinhole camera 8x10 Ilford Direct Positive Paper #photography #pinhole #Ilfordphoto #personalportfolio

Saint Fintan's church in Sutton designed by Andrew Devane (of RKD Architects), built in 1972. © Artur Sikora 8x10 Pinhole camera 8x10 Ilford Direct Positive Paper @ilfordphoto.com #photography #architecture #modernism #pinhole #analogue #largeformatcamera #print

I just collected wonderful prints, which perfectly demonstrate the true quality of the photographs presented yesterday. #DavidMonahanPrinter #heritage #photography #archivalprints #dublin

A few sample photograph I recently worked on. Heritage project undertaken by Carlow County Council. I'm delighted to be a part of it and can't wait for the book to be published. © Artur Sikora Intrepid 4x5 camera Fujinon 180/5.6 Yellow filter Ilford Delta 100 4x5 film @ilfordphoto.com

Back in Mournes… it’s been a while #mournemountains #hiking

On the way to Cuilcagh Mountain © Artur Sikora Rollei 35 TE + Kodak Double X 250@800 + yellow filter #landscape #kodak #rollei35

Cavan Burren Park © Artur Sikora Rollei 35 TE + Kodak Double X 250@800 + yellow filter #landscape #park #photography #35mm #rollei

There are places I could stay forever. Mountains are one of them... View from Cuilcagh Mountain © Artur Sikora Rollei 35 TE + Kodak Double X 250@800 #Cuilcagh #photography #landscape #mountains #rollei #35mm #tessar #kodak #artursikora

Yesterday I spent the day photographing old water pumps. It will be a part of a publication devoted to the historical significance of water pumps in Ireland's communal life. It's one of the most interesting commissions I've received due to its nature and use of my preferred photographic techniques

Drumlane Abbey, Co. Cavan © Artur Sikora 4x5 pinhole camera + Ilford Direct Positive Paper exposure around 6-7 minutes These two turned out quite well #pinhole #largeformat #ilfordphoto #ilford #directpositivepaper #ruins #drumlaneabbey #cavan #heritage #architecture

One of only a few (moderately successful) photographs created last week. Yes, it is heavily overexposed, but that's the charm of pinhole photography. And I like it © Artur Sikora Tullydermot Falls, Co. Cavan 4x5 Pinhole camera + Ilford Multigrade RC negative paper ISO 3, exposure around 7 minutes.

From my 'Stillness in Time' series in which I photographed children using the wet plate collodion process. You can read about it here www.deborahparkin.co.uk/about-s

I spent last week in the countryside.I really needed it.Peace and quiet around the clock,walks in the mountains and forests.I increasingly feel that only a place far from people and hustle and bustle can provide true relaxation.I wouldn't trade it for any top holiday destination or exotic vacation.

I just finished reading 'Hold Still' by Sally Mann. An extraordinary book. Her memoir changed my perspective on her whole body of work. And what's important - the experience sparked a strong desire to pick up my camera again and return to overdue projects. That’s a good thing, right?

'Before the Leaves Fall' #52 © Artur Sikora Intrepid 4x5 mk4 Fujinon 180/5.6 Ilford Direct Positive Paper #nature #ilfordphoto #intrepid #directpositivepaper #Ireland #landscape #largeformat @ilfordphoto.com

I have written a blog about my photography over this past year - if you have time to read it, I would be extremely grateful. Many thanks in advance. deborahparkinphotography.blogspot.com

A few more photographs from last week's portrait session with Michael McGlynn @michaelmcglynn.bsky.social © Artur Sikora ...And a link to the related blog post: www.artursikora.com/blog/portrai... #photography #portrait #MichaelMcGlynn #ilfordphoto @ilfordphoto.com

Portrait session with composer Michael McGlynn. @michaelmcglynn.bsky.social © Artur Sikora Rolleiflex T + Ilford Delta 100@125 Here is the link to the new blog post. Have a look, please: 'Portrait of the Artist': www.artursikora.com/blog/portrai...

My latest #100Buildings piece for @rte.ie Culture is in Clonmel with the former CIÉ bus station reincarnated as an arts centre #MichaelScott #EoghanBuckley www.rte.ie/culture/2025...

'Before the Leaves Fall' #10 © Artur Sikora Intrepid 4x5 mk4 Fujinon 180/5.6 Ilford Direct Positive Paper #nature #ilfordphoto #intrepid #directpositivepaper #Ireland #landscape #largeformat

Boland's Mill, Dublin …demolished in 2018 © Artur Sikora / 2015 Sinar F2 4x5 Schneider-Kreuznach 150mm 5.6 Ilford/Harman Direct Positive Paper FB 4x5 @ilfordphoto.com #photography #architecture #ilfordphoto #directpositivepaper #largeformat

Photographers, please take a look at my newsletter. You might like this: www.flakphoto.news/p/janelle-ly... Cheers!

Hello all! Myself and two friends are cycling 250 miles along the Caledonian Way this Saturday. We are hoping to fund efforts to replace some of the 15,000 trees lost after a devastating wildfire on Arran in April. If you are able to donate or to share this post it would be hugely appreciated ❤️

Bryan @bryanbirks.bsky.social has become one of my favourite photographers, discussing his approach to photography on YouTube. His portraits are exceptional. He is also one of the few truly honest and genuine people in the online world. Worth following 👍

Ica Dresden 5x7 Voigtlander petzval 300mm f/4 Fomapan 100 510-Pyro #largeformat #filmphotography #analogphoto

I don't have much time for social media lately, but it would be inappropriate not to share a view like this ;) Morning swim in Dun Laoghaire #seaswimming

Keel Bay, Achill Island © Artur Sikora /2018 Pinhole camera 4x5 + Ilford Direct Positive Paper Photograph available also as a fine art print: www.artursikora.com/keel-bay-ach...

Dún Laoghaire Baths, Dún Laoghaire / 2022 Dún Laoghaire‑Rathdown (DLR) Architects Department and A2 Architects © Artur Sikora 4x5 Pinhole camera + Ilford Direct Positive Paper This place looks incredible, especially on a sunny day #photography #architecture #ilfordphoto @ilfordphoto.com

If I'm not among mountains and forests...I love concrete, strong contrasts and clear lines. #pinholephotography #largeformat #directpositivepaper #ilfordphoto #architecture

My online shop has reopened after a considerable pause. It features a refined selection of photographic prints, thoughtfully updated and reorganised. I warmly invite you to browse the collection. Thank you for your interest and support. www.artursikora.com/prints