Once a month, Ian Beesley and Ian McMillan (the poet) meet at a Huddersfield pub to discuss life and reminisce about past pubs in industrial Yorkshire. They reflect on the decline of these community hubs due to industrial changes, and a nostalgia for a vibrant pub culture that featured live piano music and local camaraderie.
Here are the Macfilos most-read articles of 2025 - the posts that garnered the most views from our worldwide readership. It's no surprise that articles covering Leica and reviews of gear, new and old, feature prominently.
The Ricoh GR series, renowned for its portability and image quality, remains the top choice for street photographers, blending discreet design with high-performance features essential for candid photography.
The content reflects Ian Beesley's journey from industrial work to photography, documenting deindustrialisation in Bradford. He shares insights on using a Leica M6, emphasising the tactile nature of film photography.
The making of Glas has taken seventeen years of painstaking work by Andrew Tobin to deliver his homage to the Isle of Skye. It was well worth the wait.
Dubrovnik, The Pearl of the Adriatic, lives up to its reputation as a spectacular destination and a feast for photographers. Remember to take a good zoom lens though.
Croatia, particularly Split, is a captivating destination for photography enthusiasts, offering picturesque sites, rich history, and opportunities for creative shots, especially when visited early to avoid crowds.