BLOG - Lock Down London 2020
Notting Hill - London LockDown - Corona Virus Part 4
01st July 2020
01st July 2020
Notting Hill - London Lock Down - Corona Virus Part 4
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 3
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 2
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 1
I am visually documenting the effects that the coronavirus is having on my neighbourhood in West London. The UK lockdown has meant the temporary closure of a major tourist area around Notting Hill and Portobello Road Market. Each time I go out for one of my daily walks I have been taking my iPhone out with me and taking snapshots that reflect the sign of the times around Notting Hill.
I will keep on adding new pics as I take them.
I have unfortunately had to put all my scheduled street photography workshops, photo tours, commercial jobs, etc on hold unfortunately. But I am hoping that things can get back to normal sometime in the not too distant future when it is safe to do so.
For the last few weeks we have been easing out of lockdown in London. On July 4th 2020 most businesses will officially re-open for business. I am still working from home and taking care of photography print orders that come through from my online store on Etsy. Thank you to all of those who have ordered prints! You are helping to support the many small businesses and freelancers like me who have put their regular work on hold.
FYI, I currently have put a sale on (10% off) on all prints if you wish to make a quarantine purchase!
Thanks and see you on the other side!
Linda
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 3
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 2
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 1
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 3
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 2
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 1
I am visually documenting the effects that the coronavirus is having on my neighbourhood in West London. The UK lockdown has meant the temporary closure of a major tourist area around Notting Hill and Portobello Road Market. Each time I go out for one of my daily walks I have been taking my iPhone out with me and taking snapshots that reflect the sign of the times around Notting Hill.
I will keep on adding new pics as I take them.
I have unfortunately had to put all my scheduled street photography workshops, photo tours, commercial jobs, etc on hold unfortunately. But I am hoping that things can get back to normal sometime in the not too distant future when it is safe to do so.
For the last few weeks we have been easing out of lockdown in London. On July 4th 2020 most businesses will officially re-open for business. I am still working from home and taking care of photography print orders that come through from my online store on Etsy. Thank you to all of those who have ordered prints! You are helping to support the many small businesses and freelancers like me who have put their regular work on hold.
FYI, I currently have put a sale on (10% off) on all prints if you wish to make a quarantine purchase!
Thanks and see you on the other side!
Linda
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 3
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 2
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 1
Notting Hill - London LockDown - Corona Virus Part 3
14th May 2020
Electric Cinema - Portobello
Notting Hill - London Lock Down - Corona Virus Part 3
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 2
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 1
I am visually documenting the effects that the coronavirus is having on my neighbourhood in West London. The UK lockdown has meant the temporary closure of a major tourist area around Notting Hill and Portobello Road Market. Each time I go out for one of my daily walks I have been taking my iPhone out with me and taking snapshots that reflect the sign of the times for residents, visitors and local businesses to Notting Hill. I will keep on adding new pics as I take them.
This part 3 series of pics is dedicated to all the amazing NHS staff and key workers who have been working hard during the London locklown. Your tireless work has not gone unnoticed and is truly appreciated, as shown by the creative window displays, esp. the Rainbows of Hope illustrations of Notting Hill homes.
Some more supportive messages for the NHS and us to 'Keep Britain Going' via advertising billboards around Notting Hill....
Oh, you may have noticed your Royal Mail has a been a little slow or 'lost' at the moment. I am told these long delays have been caused by ill or self isolating postal staff, social distancing restrictions in the Royal Mail delivery offices, reduced opening times, priority given to medical and safety deliveries etc, all of which has unfortunately resulted in a back up of millions of pieces of regular mail being delivered on time across the UK. Its frustrating, esp. if you run a business, but what you do.
I hope that you are all keeping well in this very much unprecedented time. It is a little scary and overwhelming at times, but we will get through this. We all need to work together, be responsible, be respectful and be kind by social distancing when out in public and make others safe as well as protect yourself. Wear a face mask if you want to, like me in this Portobello Road selfie!
I have unfortunately had to put all my scheduled street photography workshops, photo tours, commercial jobs, etc on hold unfortunately. But I am hoping that things can get back to normal sometime in the not too distant future when it is safe to do so.
I am still self-quarantine at home, but still taking care of photography print orders that come through from my online store on Etsy. Thank you to all of those who have ordered prints! You are helping to support the many small businesses and freelancers like me who have put their regular work on hold.
FYI, I currently have put a sale on (10% off) on all prints if you wish to make a quarantine purchase!
Thanks and see you on the other side!
Linda
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 4
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 2
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 1
14th May 2020
Electric Cinema - Portobello
Notting Hill - London Lock Down - Corona Virus Part 3
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 2
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 1
I am visually documenting the effects that the coronavirus is having on my neighbourhood in West London. The UK lockdown has meant the temporary closure of a major tourist area around Notting Hill and Portobello Road Market. Each time I go out for one of my daily walks I have been taking my iPhone out with me and taking snapshots that reflect the sign of the times for residents, visitors and local businesses to Notting Hill. I will keep on adding new pics as I take them.
This part 3 series of pics is dedicated to all the amazing NHS staff and key workers who have been working hard during the London locklown. Your tireless work has not gone unnoticed and is truly appreciated, as shown by the creative window displays, esp. the Rainbows of Hope illustrations of Notting Hill homes.
Some more supportive messages for the NHS and us to 'Keep Britain Going' via advertising billboards around Notting Hill....
Oh, you may have noticed your Royal Mail has a been a little slow or 'lost' at the moment. I am told these long delays have been caused by ill or self isolating postal staff, social distancing restrictions in the Royal Mail delivery offices, reduced opening times, priority given to medical and safety deliveries etc, all of which has unfortunately resulted in a back up of millions of pieces of regular mail being delivered on time across the UK. Its frustrating, esp. if you run a business, but what you do.
I hope that you are all keeping well in this very much unprecedented time. It is a little scary and overwhelming at times, but we will get through this. We all need to work together, be responsible, be respectful and be kind by social distancing when out in public and make others safe as well as protect yourself. Wear a face mask if you want to, like me in this Portobello Road selfie!
I have unfortunately had to put all my scheduled street photography workshops, photo tours, commercial jobs, etc on hold unfortunately. But I am hoping that things can get back to normal sometime in the not too distant future when it is safe to do so.
I am still self-quarantine at home, but still taking care of photography print orders that come through from my online store on Etsy. Thank you to all of those who have ordered prints! You are helping to support the many small businesses and freelancers like me who have put their regular work on hold.
FYI, I currently have put a sale on (10% off) on all prints if you wish to make a quarantine purchase!
Thanks and see you on the other side!
Linda
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 4
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 2
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 1
Notting Hill - London LockDown - CoronaVirus Part 2
11th April 2020
Notting Hill - London Lock Down - CoronaVirus Part 2
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 1
I am visually documenting the effects that the coronavirus is having on my neighbourhood in West London. The UK lockdown has meant the temporary closure of a major tourist area around Notting Hill and Portobello Road Market. Each time I go out for one of my daily walks I have been taking my iPhone out with me and taking snapshots that reflect the sign of the times for residents, visitors and local businesses to Notting Hill. I will keep on adding new pics as I take them.
This part 2 series of pics focuses on the writing on the walls - mainly witty political or poetic street graffiti seen around Notting Hill. On the more commercial side of things, the customer notices put up by local businesses such as restaurants and cafes who have been forced to temporarily close while the lockdown is in place.
Most signs were hopeful and upbeat, but you obviously can feel the frustration and sadness in the tone of words. I know many of these closed shop fronts are independent businesses, and not corporate chains so people's livlihoods are at stake unfortunately. But this is the reality right now for many self employed and sole traders in the UK.
That being said, I hope that you are all keeping well in this very much unprecedented time. It is a little scary and overwhelming at times, but we will get through this. We all need to work together, be responsible, be respectful and be kind. Please self-isolating as much as possible, by staying home and only going out for walks and essential shopping as advised.
I have unfortunately had to put all my scheduled street photography workshops, photo tours, commercial jobs, etc on hold unfortunately. But I am hoping that things can get back to normal sometime in the not too distant future when it is safe to do so.
I am self isolating at home, but still taking care of photography print orders that come through from my online store on Etsy.
FYI, I currently have put a sale on (20% off) on all prints if you wish to make a quarantine purchase!
Thanks and see you on the other side!
Linda
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 1
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 3
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 4
11th April 2020
Notting Hill - London Lock Down - CoronaVirus Part 2
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 1
I am visually documenting the effects that the coronavirus is having on my neighbourhood in West London. The UK lockdown has meant the temporary closure of a major tourist area around Notting Hill and Portobello Road Market. Each time I go out for one of my daily walks I have been taking my iPhone out with me and taking snapshots that reflect the sign of the times for residents, visitors and local businesses to Notting Hill. I will keep on adding new pics as I take them.
This part 2 series of pics focuses on the writing on the walls - mainly witty political or poetic street graffiti seen around Notting Hill. On the more commercial side of things, the customer notices put up by local businesses such as restaurants and cafes who have been forced to temporarily close while the lockdown is in place.
Most signs were hopeful and upbeat, but you obviously can feel the frustration and sadness in the tone of words. I know many of these closed shop fronts are independent businesses, and not corporate chains so people's livlihoods are at stake unfortunately. But this is the reality right now for many self employed and sole traders in the UK.
That being said, I hope that you are all keeping well in this very much unprecedented time. It is a little scary and overwhelming at times, but we will get through this. We all need to work together, be responsible, be respectful and be kind. Please self-isolating as much as possible, by staying home and only going out for walks and essential shopping as advised.
I have unfortunately had to put all my scheduled street photography workshops, photo tours, commercial jobs, etc on hold unfortunately. But I am hoping that things can get back to normal sometime in the not too distant future when it is safe to do so.
I am self isolating at home, but still taking care of photography print orders that come through from my online store on Etsy.
FYI, I currently have put a sale on (20% off) on all prints if you wish to make a quarantine purchase!
Thanks and see you on the other side!
Linda
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 1
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 3
Check out Notting Hill London Lockdown series Part 4
Notting Hill - London Lock Down - Corona Virus
27th March 2020
Notting Hill - London LockDown - CoronaVirus Part 1
I am visually documenting the effects that the coronavirus is having on my neighbourhood in West London. The UK lockdown has meant the temporary closure of a major tourist area around Notting Hill and Portobello Road Market. Each time I go out for one of my essential 'walks' I have been taking my iPhone out with me and taking snapshots that reflect the sign of the times for residents, visitors and local businesses to Notting Hill. I will keep on adding new pics as I get them, so please bookmark this page to see additional shots.
Portobello Road Market is usually swarming with 1000s of tourists and locals out browsing the busy market stalls and antique shops, hanging out in coffee shops, watching street performers, etc was very much deserted over the last fortnight since the lockdown was announced by the PM.
Virtually all the 'non essential' shops and retailers were closed, no market itself of course, just a a couple fruit & veg stall sellers and supermarkets open since the lock down was announced by the PM at the start of the week. Though a little eerie to witness, it is a good thing for the safety of all those who have to live and work in the area.
That being said, I hope that you are all keeping well in this very much unprecedented time. It is a little scary and overwhelming at times, but we will get through this. We all need to work together, be responsible, be respectful and be kind. Please self-isolating as much as possible, by staying home and only going out for walks and essential shopping as advised.
I have unfortunately had to put all my scheduled street photography workshops, photo tours, commercial jobs, etc on hold unfortunately. But I am hoping that things can get back to normal sometime in the not too distant future when it is safe to do so.
I am self isolating at home, but still taking care of photography print orders that come through from my online store on Etsy.
FYI, I currently have put a sale on (20% off) on all prints.
See you on the other side!
Take care,
Linda
Check out: Notting Hill - London LockDown - CoronaVirus Part 2
27th March 2020
Notting Hill - London LockDown - CoronaVirus Part 1
I am visually documenting the effects that the coronavirus is having on my neighbourhood in West London. The UK lockdown has meant the temporary closure of a major tourist area around Notting Hill and Portobello Road Market. Each time I go out for one of my essential 'walks' I have been taking my iPhone out with me and taking snapshots that reflect the sign of the times for residents, visitors and local businesses to Notting Hill. I will keep on adding new pics as I get them, so please bookmark this page to see additional shots.
Portobello Road Market is usually swarming with 1000s of tourists and locals out browsing the busy market stalls and antique shops, hanging out in coffee shops, watching street performers, etc was very much deserted over the last fortnight since the lockdown was announced by the PM.
Virtually all the 'non essential' shops and retailers were closed, no market itself of course, just a a couple fruit & veg stall sellers and supermarkets open since the lock down was announced by the PM at the start of the week. Though a little eerie to witness, it is a good thing for the safety of all those who have to live and work in the area.
That being said, I hope that you are all keeping well in this very much unprecedented time. It is a little scary and overwhelming at times, but we will get through this. We all need to work together, be responsible, be respectful and be kind. Please self-isolating as much as possible, by staying home and only going out for walks and essential shopping as advised.
I have unfortunately had to put all my scheduled street photography workshops, photo tours, commercial jobs, etc on hold unfortunately. But I am hoping that things can get back to normal sometime in the not too distant future when it is safe to do so.
I am self isolating at home, but still taking care of photography print orders that come through from my online store on Etsy.
FYI, I currently have put a sale on (20% off) on all prints.
See you on the other side!
Take care,
Linda
Check out: Notting Hill - London LockDown - CoronaVirus Part 2