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John Glassey

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A guy from Scotland, I like too many things at once, currently work at University of Dundee, love photography and travel No AI https://www.instagram.com/john_glassey

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A robin with a bright orange-red breast perches on a frost-covered tree branch, surrounded by pale, wintry twigs and a softly blurred grey background.

A robin with a bright orange-red breast perches on a frost-covered tree branch, surrounded by pale, wintry twigs and a softly blurred grey background.

Winter robin #birds #photography #naturephotography

08.01.2026 12:36 πŸ‘ 45 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
Close-up view of a red sandstone building with a large green copper dome and decorative turrets, set against a grey overcast sky, with bare winter trees in the background.

Close-up view of a red sandstone building with a large green copper dome and decorative turrets, set against a grey overcast sky, with bare winter trees in the background.

#durham #architecture #photography

30.12.2025 00:00 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A calm winter river curves through bare trees, with soft reflections on the water. In the distance, Durham Cathedral’s tall stone tower rises above the wooded riverbanks beneath a partly cloudy sky, with pale sunlight filtering through branches on the right.

A calm winter river curves through bare trees, with soft reflections on the water. In the distance, Durham Cathedral’s tall stone tower rises above the wooded riverbanks beneath a partly cloudy sky, with pale sunlight filtering through branches on the right.

Really enjoyed my Christmas getaway to Durham. It was so badly needed. Hope everyone had a lovely Christmas πŸŽ„ #northeast #england #boxingday #photography

26.12.2025 20:32 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A grey heron stands on a muddy riverbank among ivy while a cormorant swims past in the foreground, slightly out of focus, with both birds reflected in the calm water

A grey heron stands on a muddy riverbank among ivy while a cormorant swims past in the foreground, slightly out of focus, with both birds reflected in the calm water

Wish I’d been able to get closer, but a peaceful scene nonetheless #photography #birds #nature #winter

26.12.2025 10:48 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A juvenile swan with soft brown-and-white plumage bends its long neck to preen, floating on calm, dark water with gentle ripples in the background

A juvenile swan with soft brown-and-white plumage bends its long neck to preen, floating on calm, dark water with gentle ripples in the background

Spent Christmas Day in Durham, so good to get away from Dundee. Went on a lovely river walk this morning with my new #lumix taking some swans and other creatures #photography #naturephotography

26.12.2025 00:59 πŸ‘ 13 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A glowing white porcelain robot lamp with 2 lit bulbs for eyes with a square head and a curved pill shaped mouth and big teeth, landscape shot, background pure black, robot glowing warm amber

A glowing white porcelain robot lamp with 2 lit bulbs for eyes with a square head and a curved pill shaped mouth and big teeth, landscape shot, background pure black, robot glowing warm amber

Time for a change πŸ•°οΈ#photography

06.12.2025 00:08 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
View over to the Tay Bridge on a misty afternoon

View over to the Tay Bridge on a misty afternoon

Not had the best couple of months, but decided to start taking photos again. Photography has been on pause for a couple of years, trying to find it again #dundee #scotland #photography

23.11.2025 13:13 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Tea room with teapots on the table and a high tea style serving of scones. People in the background enjoying tea

Tea room with teapots on the table and a high tea style serving of scones. People in the background enjoying tea

Had one of the most beautiful cups of tea in my life today, at Bettys tearoom in Harrogate #travel #yorkshire

26.05.2025 17:48 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Bright red strawberries shimmering with water drops in a white bowl outside in a garden with a purple and yellow lupin in the background

Bright red strawberries shimmering with water drops in a white bowl outside in a garden with a purple and yellow lupin in the background

Fresh strawberries in the beautiful sunshine #photography #summer #scotland

16.05.2025 21:23 πŸ‘ 20 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
An old fashioned British street with cobblestones and tram lines. Terraced houses on the left and a red brick bank building in the distance past the tram pole. The photo is dotted with visitors

An old fashioned British street with cobblestones and tram lines. Terraced houses on the left and a red brick bank building in the distance past the tram pole. The photo is dotted with visitors

Spent a great day at Beamish Open Air Museum in County Durham. Love it there. Takes you back to simpler times #livingmuseum #travel #england #vacation #photography

08.04.2025 22:50 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Bronze statue of an angel with outspread wings sitting on green grass with a blue sky in the background

Bronze statue of an angel with outspread wings sitting on green grass with a blue sky in the background

Always love visiting Newcastle in England. Such a wonderful and friendly city. Could see myself making a move down here one day #citybreak #travel #unitedkingdom

06.04.2025 21:05 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A charming village, with a stream leading up to it. Buildings are hit by golden sunlight , with autumnal trees and a blue sky with cloud

A charming village, with a stream leading up to it. Buildings are hit by golden sunlight , with autumnal trees and a blue sky with cloud

7/7 And finally, the glorious and iconic Dean Village. A must for anyone looking to snap the perfect Edinburgh photo #scotland #photography

27.02.2025 18:57 πŸ‘ 25 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
A beautiful charming old lane, cobbled streets wend off to the right, old stone buildings to either side. At the far left is a tall church spire. Shrubbery surrounds the old buildings.

A beautiful charming old lane, cobbled streets wend off to the right, old stone buildings to either side. At the far left is a tall church spire. Shrubbery surrounds the old buildings.

6/7 A very recognisable street, Circus Lane, so many flock to take a photo of this charming place in Edinburgh #scotland #photography

27.02.2025 18:55 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Very old orange/brown church, on the left is. Mounted horse and rider on a plinth. Blue sunny sky with few clouds. Photo taken looking up from the ground

Very old orange/brown church, on the left is. Mounted horse and rider on a plinth. Blue sunny sky with few clouds. Photo taken looking up from the ground

5/7 The ancient feel of Edinburgh is lovely #scotland #photography

27.02.2025 18:54 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Tall circular old monument on a small hill, green bushes surrounding and four people looking around. Blue skies with some white cloud

Tall circular old monument on a small hill, green bushes surrounding and four people looking around. Blue skies with some white cloud

4/7 A sunny evening up Calton Hill in Edinburgh #scotland #photography

27.02.2025 18:52 πŸ‘ 14 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
View looking up at an old monument, with a statue centre and clouds in the background. Photo taken very low, looking up, wide and landscape

View looking up at an old monument, with a statue centre and clouds in the background. Photo taken very low, looking up, wide and landscape

3/7 An unusual look up to the Scott Monument in Edinburgh #scotland #photography

27.02.2025 18:50 πŸ‘ 17 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
View over Edinburgh on a cloud evening, a circular monument on the left and Edinburgh skyline in the distance

View over Edinburgh on a cloud evening, a circular monument on the left and Edinburgh skyline in the distance

2/7 Always worth the walk up, the views from Calton Hill in Edinburgh are wonderful #scotland #photography

27.02.2025 18:49 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A photo of Edinburgh castle on top of castle hill, green Victorian fountain below, and deckchairs on a grass lawn

A photo of Edinburgh castle on top of castle hill, green Victorian fountain below, and deckchairs on a grass lawn

1/7 Another photoset of some past shots β€”this time, Edinburgh, Scotland #photography

27.02.2025 18:47 πŸ‘ 18 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I’m new to lumix cameras. If I have old lenses for a Nikon, can I get an adaptor or will I need to buy new lenses? #photography

27.02.2025 17:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Before work or during breakfast, I’ll go through series of 90s shows as background. Everybody Loves Raymond has been completed, now Frasier, season 1 episode 1. My little comforting way to start the day β˜€οΈ #mindful

27.02.2025 09:07 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

❀️❀️❀️

22.02.2025 02:49 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A bullfinch perched on a brown coloured fence. The bullfinch breast is a vibrant red, the background is blurred clouds

A bullfinch perched on a brown coloured fence. The bullfinch breast is a vibrant red, the background is blurred clouds

Before I go to bed, thought I’d share this beautiful Bullfinch from a few years back #birds #photography

22.02.2025 00:49 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks so much!

21.02.2025 22:04 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I started listening to it but was so tired I fell asleep. So another try tonight! I’m so excited to hear William’s thoughts on air fryers.

21.02.2025 21:38 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

This is absolutely stunning. One of my favourite cities. I love this photo.

21.02.2025 21:35 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Close up of a robin with snow in the background

Close up of a robin with snow in the background

6/6 A calm looking robin on a cold snowy day #nature #photography

21.02.2025 21:25 πŸ‘ 65 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
Robin perched on a small tree branches, the tree is covered in snowy and there is a thick covering of snow on the ground

Robin perched on a small tree branches, the tree is covered in snowy and there is a thick covering of snow on the ground

5/6 A robin perched on a branch on a snowy day #nature #photography

21.02.2025 21:23 πŸ‘ 24 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
A robin centred, on an orange fence, snow in background

A robin centred, on an orange fence, snow in background

4/6 One of my favourites, a robin on a snowy day, looking very content #nature #photography

21.02.2025 21:22 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Robin perched on an orange fence, centred, with greenery bokeh in background

Robin perched on an orange fence, centred, with greenery bokeh in background

3/6 A robin perched on the fence #nature #photography

21.02.2025 21:21 πŸ‘ 17 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
A robin clinging onto a silver feeder filled with pellets of suet, there is a small piece in the bird’s beak

A robin clinging onto a silver feeder filled with pellets of suet, there is a small piece in the bird’s beak

2/6 Robin tucking into suet nuggets

21.02.2025 21:19 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0