HOWTH

“Howth” is my latest blog post about my recent visit to Ireland.

A few days ago I visited some of my family in Dublin. I have been trying to visit the island regularly for almost 20 years now. At first I couldn't do much with Ireland and the inhabitants and I was very irritated and confused by the country. But this time I was able to change my perspective.

I can't say why I was able to change my perspective or why I see the country with different eyes. Maybe I've just gotten older and see things differently.But maybe I was simply overwhelmed by the open mindset of the people and the story behind the country. I can not say it.

But I can definitely say that visiting Howth was a special experience for me. That day I spontaneously decided to visit the coastal town with one of my nieces. I decided to bring my Mamiya 7, a couple of Ilford HP5 reels and hope for a cloudy day.

Unfortunately it was one of the warmest and sunniest days in Ireland and the ride to Howth made me a bit grumpy as I felt the place would be very crowded with people and the sun was extreme. But fortunately the weather in Ireland is very unpredictable and by the time we got there the weather was changing from sunny to extremely cloudy. Perfect for my vision, which I had for this photo series.

When we arrived the place was shrouded in thick clouds and a robe of high winds and the fading noises of the waves and seagulls. We quickly decided to take the long walk around the place which was about 15km long.

This path took us closely along the cliffs of Howth towards the Baily Lighthouse back to the station. This path lets you forget everything.The mood of the waves breaking on the cliffs and the ever-changing wind has a calming effect. As you walk the length of the trail the tall grass bends in the wind and you can watch anglers through the stalks standing on the slope casting their rods. Half way down the hilly path you can see the Baily Lighthouse. It is 13 meters high and marks the northern limit of Ireland Bay. The way back takes you along the low slopes where you can see Dublin Port in the distance and the St. Anne´s Golf Club. This is the last view you have before boarding the train at Howth station and heading home.

Thats my Howth experience.

Big thanks to my family. You know who you are!