Need suggestions for photography project

[lcrane]

Thanks Si, yes I've thought about using some of the photographs for paintings. I did a set on jazz bands playing in pubs in Northern Ireland a few years ago, and have always had an interest in the lighting, atmosphere and colours of that sort of subject. Might even be a nice thank-you for some of the landlords who've helped me out so far... ah, I see this project going on well past the deadline now!

[morleyhall]

lcrane wrote: Hi, sorry I've been away for a while! Thanks for the suggestions coming in Sowerby Bridge is right on the edge of the radius I set myself, but still within it, and Elland is too. Someone mentioned the Puzzle to me when I was in Hebden, so that's definitely on my list. Good to hear about biker bars... bit of a personal interest there but I'd definitely like to incorporate it into my project. I've started putting the photographs up on flickr; still a lot more to go and have had to leave off a few due to people in them not wanting me to put them online, but I'd welcome any feedback. I'm fairly new to photography (being more of a painter/designer) so always good to get advice! http://www.flickr.com/photos/artfulcran ... 198/thanks again The Puzzle Hall is on Hollins Mill lane. Turn right on Wharf Street, just before the bridge over the river. It's part way along the narrow road on the left. Another pub in Sowerby Bridge that might interest you, is The Navigation on Chapel Lane. The pub was used under it's own name, as a filming location in 'Stay Lucky' in the early 90''s, along with the nearby canal basin. Sandra Gregory worked at the Navigation, just before she went to Thailand and, got arrested in Bangkok with all the drugs!The Barge & Barrel is on Park road, near to Elland Bridge - underneath the bypass. The Red Rooster is further along Park Road which changes into Elland Road, it's on the bend at Brookfoot.     

[lcrane]

Cool- thanks for the info and directions morleyhall.

[morleyhall]

It's on the tip of my tongue but, for the life in me I can't remember what it was originaly called. However, here's a little tale about how The Slip Inn on Albion Street in Morley, got it's name. The pub was nicknamed 'The Slip' back in the 1960's probably - perhaps even earlier but I'm not sure. The nickname stemed from the dances held in the nearby Town Hall. Drinking wasn't allowed in the Town Hall at the time I believe, the nearest pub was no, I still can't think of it....My Parents used to go to the Town Hall dances in the 60's and, like most I imagine, still wanted a drink on a night out. A quick stamp on the back of the hand or something so they could get back in again. Then they would nip across to 'The Slip' for a quick one before returning to the dance again.The pub was eventually renamed around 1983/84. The local papers carried a story about it at the time I seem to recall. Any of the Senior regulars at the pub would probably be able to tell you alot more than I can I imagine. It does look to be open still on street view.Directions are a pleasure, just one last thing, if you're coming via the M62 and coming off at jct 24, the steep downhill bypass has a 50mph speed limit and lots of speed cameras!

[PC - Dublin]

Hollie wrote: You could try the Regent in Chapel Allerton. If you can wait till August they have a Festival which is a real family affair and they have live music in the streets.The Sun Inn on the way to Harrogate is a really old pub and sometimes gets bikers.I used to go to a pub in Pudsey up a long winding road called Bank Top I think which had Folk Music.The Adelphi still looks cool.Also a Pub called Spences opposite the Prince Regent and next to Scarborough Taps which is really rough for us girlies but I walked by the other day and it look really authentic with lots of old Pumps and wooden Bar. The Regent used to be my favourite back in the late 70's when I used to live in Leeds. Used to go there most Friday nights. If it was too busy we used go down the road to the Nags Head. I called into both pubs while on a visit last Summer. The Regent hadn't changed, whereas the Nags Head had (in a big way!!).

[PC - Dublin]

PC - Dublin wrote: The Regent used to be my favourite back in the late 70's when I used to live in Leeds. Used to go there most Friday nights. If it was too busy we used go down the road to the Nags Head. I called into both pubs while on a visit last Summer. The Regent hadn't changed, whereas the Nags Head had (in a big way!!). to be followed, of course, with fish 'n' chips from the chipper on the far side of the Harrogate Road !!    

[lcrane]

morleyhall wrote: Directions are a pleasure, just one last thing, if you're coming via the M62 and coming off at jct 24, the steep downhill bypass has a 50mph speed limit and lots of speed cameras! Ah, it's alright, I'd probably be coming by train/taxi if it's too far out of town. Good to collect the stories from the pubs- it gives the photos an extra dimension if there's a bit of background info... makes it a bit more 'real' for the viewer I think.

[morleyhall]

No train station at Elland anymore. Sowerby bridge has one still and both pubs are close by - 5 minutes walk tops.Phill if you're lurking on this thread, I left a comment on one of your older photos today. It should help you find the exact location you were interested in.

[Phill_dvsn]

morleyhall wrote: No train station at Elland anymore. Sowerby bridge has one still and both pubs are close by - 5 minutes walk tops.Phill if you're lurking on this thread, I left a comment on one of your older photos today. It should help you find the exact location you were interested in. Yes yes thanks.I've seen it. I'm going to sort my flickr comments/message stuff out later tonight with a nice cuppa. Chill time.Thanks there Morley

[Hollie]

Try to get down to the George on Gt George Street tonight to see Brendan Croker playing.