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Blackwaterfoot, Arran, Scotland
Sea front terraced houses, Blackwaterfoot, Isle of Arran, Scotland. First published The Sunday Times Date: 1989
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1989 Arran Ayrshire Chimneys Clyde Eighties Firth Gables Isle Terraced Wicket Windows
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1. Title: "A Quaint Corner of Blackwaterfoot, Isle of Arran, Scotland - A 1980s Snapshot" This evocative photograph, taken in the late 1980s, captures the picturesque charm of Blackwaterfoot, a small coastal village nestled on the Isle of Arran in North Ayrshire, Scotland. The image, first published in The Sunday Times in 1989, showcases a row of terraced houses that line the seafront, their gardens extending towards the pebbled shore and the Firth of Clyde beyond. The houses, with their stone walls, chimneys, and gabled roofs, exude a sense of history and tradition. Each property boasts a unique character, with windows of varying sizes and shapes, some adorned with colorful curtains or shutters. The stone walls, some adorned with ivy, serve as a testament to the village's rich heritage and the passage of time. At the end of the row, a wicket gate, framed by a stone wall, leads into a garden, adding a touch of privacy and intimacy to the scene. The image, bathed in soft, natural light, invites the viewer to imagine the daily life of the residents, their routines, and their connections to the sea and the land. The Firth of Clyde, a significant body of water in Scotland, stretches out in the background, its tranquil waters reflecting the clear blue sky. The image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting the viewer to a simpler time, where the rhythm of life was dictated by the ebb and flow of the tides and the changing seasons. This photograph, with its timeless beauty and evocative charm, serves as a reminder of the enduring allure of the Scottish coastline and the simple pleasures of life by the sea.
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