Jon Cheffings

Curiosity in Decay: What abandoned items may reveal

In Yorkshire, they say “Where's there's muck, there's brass.” What you discover many not be financially valuable, but the simple stories that can be told are well worth it and worth a picture.

Nine Days, Nine Lenses: Unique photography insights

Random decisions about what to shoot with can lead to some unexpected outcomes. I thought I knew what to expect, but after nine days I'm not sure that I have the right kit...

After the Great Fire: Chicago’s architectural revolution

From the ashes of the Great Fire of Chicago grew the first and second schools of architecture which put Chicago on the map. The revolution continues here.

The Great Fire of Chicago: An architectural turning point

Chicago's history took a dramatic turn after the Great Fire by turning its growing affluence into an architectural heritage that distinguished it from other cities.

Where sky, Lincolnshire, and water meet

This is my journey of remembrance and remembering back to visit my family and friends in England.

Absolute M Beginners: How to take the first step into Leica M ownership

Leica M cameras can be both mythical and daunting. We take a look at what it's like for beginners to enter the world of M cameras and feel confident in their choices.
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Two Leica digital cameras with legacies that defied initial criticism

Not every camera in history succeeds, but some deserve to succeed despite being under appreciated with a reputation that often and unfairly damns them to be forgotten.

Leica Centennial: Teddy bears and pens, shopping bags and cufflinks hit the market

The Leica Centennial celebrations are boosted today by a bewildering array of merchandise which will be released throughout the year.

Want to know who’s cocooning? Check out Slow Street.

In our need to escape from our daily lives, cocooning provides a place where we can relax, think and be safe.

100 years of Leica: Witness to a century (1925-2025) 

For Leica Camera, 2025 marks the 100th anniversary of the Leica I. First presented to the public at the Leipzig Spring Fair in 1925, it was the first mass-produced Leica 35mm camera…

The Home of Copper: Neglected but still proud in its decay

Copper mining changed history in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Jon investigates the legacy of a forgotten industry...

Leitz Photographica Auction: M Prototype sells for €2 million

A rare prototype Leica M sold for an astonishing 2.4 million euros at last weekend's 45th Leitz Photographica Auction…
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