The manual cites beaches and parks as as accessible and usable. I thought of something slightly different: the viewing platform of the Oban-Craignure ferry. I have often noticed the varying uses people make of boat journeys, depending on who they are with, whether they have (and use) a camera, and how much they try to take in of what they are seeing.
This set of images tries to encapsulate these varying behaviours and attitudes.
This first image sets the scene. The Oban-Craignure ferry is a frequent service between mainland Scotland and the island of Mull. The journey takes about 45 minutes and has some fine viewing on the way, notably of Eilean Musdile lighthouse and Duart Castle.
We were travelling in early July; the weather was fine but cool wind, not enough to deter the many tourists on the crossing from admiring the view or simply enjoying the sunshine and the feeling of well-being of taking in the air.
Many of the passengers are busy capturing images, such as the striking Eilean Musdile lighthouse:
Others simply enjoy the view.
For some, the journey is the opportunity to engage in conversation, this woman enjoying a drink as well.
This couple demonstrate a relaxed intimacy, watching the world go by (though possibly the girl is wondering what image I am taking).
Boat journeys are of course a great chance to catch up on some sleep...
....as well as taking on some refreshment.
The views are always worth seeing....
...and of course children need attention, protection and amusement.
In this short piece I have tried to put together a simple narrative to show the varying behaviours and uses people put to a ferry journey. It has helped me understand the importance of
- Having an idea to demonstrate the concept;
- Planning it to a degree, making an allowance for what one might actually see when executing the shoot;
- Arranging the output in an intelligible and hopefully interesting manner.
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