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Wales

Janet Carmichael | Nightfall at the Lone Tree

Nightfall at the Lone Tree

As night falls at the Lone Tree of Llanberis, the last rays of the sun throw a beautiful golden glow onto the hills around Llyn Padarn.
Janet Carmichael | Sunset at South Stack Lighthouse

Sunset at South Stack Lighthouse

There are 400 steps in the steep climb down to South Stack Lighthouse, followed by a bridge over the wild Atlantic Ocean. The effort is however rewarded by the most stunning sunset views.
Janet Carmichael | Golden Sunset at South Stack Lighthouse

Golden Sunset at South Stack Lighthouse

South Stack Lighthouse lies at the north west tip of Anglesey and is famed for its spectacular sunsets, drawing people to simply take in the beautiful scene.
Janet Carmichael | Stairway to the Sun

Stairway to the Sun

The head of the 400 steps down to South Stack Lighthouse creates a perfect vantage point to take in the spectacular scene and particularly at sunset the steps appear to lead you down directly into the sunlit sea.
Janet Carmichael | The Simple Things

The Simple Things

Sometimes the simple things in life bring the most contentment - like a vast expanse of empty beach on a sunny day. A calming, serene but simple scene taken at Red Wharf Bay, Anglesey.
Janet Carmichael | Portmeirion Beach and Hotel

Portmeirion Beach and Hotel

Portmeirion village and hotel are built overlooking the estuary of the River Dwyryd near Porthmadog. Low tide reveals a vast expanse of golden sand extending well out into the estuary.
Janet Carmichael | Aberystwyth Seafront

Aberystwyth Seafront

Looking along the picture perfect, colourful seafront of Aberystwyth towards the cliff railway.
Janet Carmichael | Aberystwyth

Aberystwyth

A spectacular view over Aberystwyth awaits travellers on the historic cliff top railway, with clear views along the beach and bay to the Castle and War Memorial.
Janet Carmichael | Portmeirion Chessboard

Portmeirion Chessboard

The giant chess board by the central piazza in the folly village of Portmeirion - installed in homage to the 60s cult series The Prisoner.
Janet Carmichael | Magic Hour at the Lone Tree

Magic Hour at the Lone Tree

The famous Lone Tree captured at the transition from one magic hour to another - the last rays of golden hour illuminate the slopes and pick out individual trees in bright tones, whilst incoming blue hour lends a gentle overall subtlety and serenity to the scene.
Janet Carmichael | Blue Hour at the Lone Tree of Llanberis

Blue Hour at the Lone Tree of Llanberis

A peaceful evening deepens at the Lone Tree of Llanberis casting hues of deep blue and purple in the undisturbed waters of lake Padarn. Low cloud sitting on the mountain peaks behind adds to the atmosphere, creating a beautiful, serene image.
Janet Carmichael | Fantasy Paradise

Fantasy Paradise

The eccentric, enthralling village of Portmeirion, truly a fantasy paradise evoking Mediterranean charm on the Welsh coast. The central plaza is the focal point of the village and exudes a feeling of peace and relaxation.
Janet Carmichael | Sailing Boats at Red Wharf Bay

Sailing Boats at Red Wharf Bay

Red Wharf Bay is a beautiful expanse of sandy beach on the east coast of Anglesey between the villages of Pentraeth and Benllech. It is well known as a nature reserve and a popular sport for watersports enthusiasts.
Janet Carmichael | Coastal Serenity - Rhosneigr Beach Sunset

Coastal Serenity - Rhosneigr Beach Sunset

Rhosneigr is famed for its stunning sunsets. Here the sun casts a golden glow over the broad sandy beach of Traeth Crigyll at the western end of the town. The lone house, expanse of empty sand and the gentle water flowing out to sea create a calm scene - until the jets of RAF Happy Valley fly over of course!
Janet Carmichael | Sunset at the Lone Tree

Sunset at the Lone Tree

Gentle, pink sunset skies at the Lone Tree of Llanberis.
Janet Carmichael | Mediterranean Charm in the Heart of Portmeirion

Mediterranean Charm in the Heart of Portmeirion

The beautiful central plaza in Portmeirion transports visitors to an alternative place where Mediterranean charm combines with its creator's eccentric and quirky collections.
Janet Carmichael | Serenity in Snowdonia

Serenity in Snowdonia

Surely one of the most beautiful, serene scenes - the glorious still waters of Llyn Padarn and lush hillsides of Snowdonia with the Lone Tree centre stage.
Janet Carmichael | Portmeirion

Portmeirion

Hydrangeas provide beautiful colour across the grounds of Portmeirion in summer and line the little paths running through the quirky, iconic village.
Janet Carmichael | Blue Hour at the Lone Tree of Llanberis

Blue Hour at the Lone Tree of Llanberis

A peaceful evening deepens at the Lone Tree of Llanberis casting hues of deep blue and purple in the undisturbed waters of lake Padarn. Low cloud sitting on the mountain peaks behind adds to the atmosphere, creating a beautiful, serene image.
Janet Carmichael | Portrait of the Lone Tree of Llanberis

Portrait of the Lone Tree of Llanberis

The iconic Lone Tree surrounded by the calm waters of Llyn Padarn with the hills of Snowdonia in the background and chippings of Welsh slate on the shore.
Janet Carmichael | Reflections of the Lone Tree

Reflections of the Lone Tree

The Lone Tree of Llanberis with the calm, evening waters of Llyn Padarn picking up reflections from the iconic tree and the sky colours above.
Janet Carmichael | Gentle Sunset Colours over South Stack Lighthouse

Gentle Sunset Colours over South Stack Lighthouse

South Stack is famed for its glorious sunsets. On this night the sky was filled with a gentle pink light, looking down the renowned stairs that visitors to the lighthouse need to negotiate