Southport

The summer of 2011 will not be remembered in the UK for its sunshine, more likely the lack of it.

Southport Pier

While my trip to Southport was enjoyable and had glimpses of brightness it was largely overcast and the wind ensured choppy waves and churned up sandy water.

Southport looks to be a very pleasant area and perhaps one of the best survivors of the decline that UK coastal resorts have seen over the last 30+ years as many people now prefer to fly away to places that are sunnier.

The suburbs don’t look so run down and the main town streets, shops and buildings, many retaining their classic original styling, still have a vibrancy that is lacking in so many other places.

The shore area has clearly been looked after too and considerably regenerated with tasteful modern buildings and structures.

The presence of repeating textures, patterns, lines and strong geometric lines provided a wealth of opportunity for photography.

Colourful old “Salter Scales” public weighing machine with “Penny Arcade” promotion.

Southport Promenade, Marine Drive

Southport Pier. Including people “humanises” an image.

All aboard the children’s choo choo. Such a dull sky moment.

Cropping, isolating, evocative, lines & textures.

Dark, moody skies, circles, lines, curves.

Southport Pier Tram

 Strong geometries, distorted perspective.

The Marine Way Bridge with the Marriot Hotel behind.

Speed boat on the Marine Lake making its passengers scream!

Modern buildings, public art.

Modern building with a hint of an old lighthouse.

The Marine Way Bridge with gleaming sculptures.

Closer look at the shiny sculpture. A bluish sky obliges at the right moment.

Closer still. Fishes in a wave. Welcome to Southport Marine Parade.

Strong and Dramatic lines.

So many angles and possibilities.

I was amused at this “huddle” of corporate retail Britain. There is no escape!

At the height of summer, lights on the trees of Southport main shopping street give a Christmas feel.

Photographs taken with a Fujifilm S5 DSLR camera.

Hope you enjoyed my holiday snaps!

All the photographs were taken by West Lothian photographer Norman Young and are copyright ©. Please respect copyright.