MJ Taylor Poems

Curious To Know

This is very odd I’ve never witness this before

A medieval archway displayed without a door.

Looking through the passageway I see the end in sight

I’m going through, I won’t be stopped, not without a fight.

 

Inside the arch is beautiful and designed with such grace

It has a way of reminding you of a popular fictional place.

Halfway through the passage stands an on duty guard

It’s okay though, he’s only there as certain parts are barred.

He stands tall in his shiny boots and with his sword in hand

Always at the ready to defend the queens land.

I crept up behind him to see what he would do

He never flinched nor turned around, did he even have a clue?

I left the scene and carried on through to the other side

A large space with gravelled floor many acres wide.

Field Marshal Wolseley sits proudly upon his horse

A statue of honour placed on a plinth, his memory truly enforced.

And on his left another man, Field Marshal Roberts

A top commander, but well known for his self promotional efforts.

Behold a dragon carrying a canon I’m sure in battle he’d prevail

He’s sits ready and prepared for war with two dogs caught in his tail.

Rain clouds gather in the sky above casting an eerie dark shade

A legendary building of royal proportions known as the Horse Guards Parade.

 © MJ Taylor 2008

Waves & Frills

Descending

Hidden Ghetto

Alien: Metallication

Light & Dark Abstract Photography

Crystal Prisms

Abstract City

At the Other End

In the subway the lights will guide your path, but at the other end, it is dark and unpredictable. There is no telling what lies in wait. Therefore, it is always a good idea to have a torch at hand, as it will be a shining light in dark places when all other lights go out.

Abstract Lighting

An outdoor shot of some lamps that have been fixed onto balcony railings. It's early evening and the reflection of both red and blue light along with the DOF, brings out a nice smooth texture that is gentle on the eyes.

My Google Plus Collection

This is a G+ collection of some of the work I do. The collections were created on my G+ page to suit your taste. So if you're into Street Photography, then you'll find photos that cover that genre. So far, I have 11 collections displaying some of my interests.

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Central Parts of London

Two photos taken in London. One taken of the River sign board in Vauxhall at the Millbank Pier, and the other taken of the London Eye also known as the Millennium Wheel in Waterloo. Both photos were taken in the late evening on a very cold Monday night - and just about 40mins before the start of The Walking Dead season 5. I got home just in time to watch it.

In The City

It was a bitterly cold night standing so close to the river. The wind was perilous and determined to turn me into a Popsicle. With each shot I took with the camera, the rushing wind swayed me from left to right causing each capture to be a blur. With a wet aching nose, stiff lips and fingers that felt like they were not my own, I continued to concentrate on getting the shot I wanted. The challenge of keeping still while pedestrians one after the other barged my shoulder as they passed me by, was ever present - even at the times where it didn't happen. However, through the bitter cold and the barges, I took the shot -  Amazing! There in the photo stood two buildings displaying how I felt - cold in body, but hot in determination.

Silence

Taken on the streets of London during a very busy hour of the day, yet the picture gives the viewer the impression of an evacuated city - emptiness. As if the only thing you can hear is the sound of a rattling tin-can bobbling along the ground by a continuous rush of wind, and the swift, ever-changing, movement of the clouds as a symbol of an inevitable storm brewing.  And though you know you're alone, the expectation of a towing bell from the clock tower, is never heard, but the chime is created in the patiently waiting mind as a substitute. Then, the question beckons... "Where is everybody?"

My Flickr Page

There is more of my photographic work and creative artwork over on Flickr. A lot of the work you'll see will involve street photography, nature photography, digital artwork, photo manipulation and much more. Just follow the link below and it will take you to my page. Enjoy and have a great day!

Tree of Life

HD Wallpaper: Spider

A creature that creeps through the night terrifying the unsuspecting locals. Forget the bug spray and insect repellent. You're gonna need something stronger... something with a little more kick. This untold creature - a deadly fiend of gigantic proportion, is not here to bargain with you. Nor to help you with your best laid plans on how to destroy it - no, this creature wants to seize and eat every living human it can find. So go and find that weapon - yes, you know the one. Humanity is depending on YOU!!!

Multi-coloured Lights

The Quick and the Serious 3: Dangerous Ground

The gang are back in action and this time they have some new friends in the group. With the police on their heels and bigger problems in their way, they must try to jump and dodge their way out of trouble.

The Quick and the Serious 2: Burning Rubber

The second installment of 'The Quick and the Serious' series. The gang meet a new set of drivers who are on the run from the authorities for a crime they did not commit. They team up and try to dodge they police in an attempt to reach the road to freedom.
On their travels, they find themselves facing off with the onslaught of the police. A car chase begins bringing about a high octane thrills and spills stunt extravaganza. So buckle your seat-belts and rev-up your engines because it's going to be a bumpy ride.