Ancient Landscapes, Ancient Crafts
David Walsh
12th February 2005 – 26th March 2005

Through my work as a photographer I have recently been fortunate enough to have the opportunity to document two of my great passions, the traditional craft of the farrier and the poetic beauty of the landscape of Wales.

My fascination with the craft of the farrier comes from a period during my engineering apprenticeship spent working with the company blacksmith. The power of the farrier coupled with the delicacy and skill required to work and shape the hot metal still holds a fascination for me.

The landscapes come from my love of the outdoors. The monoliths of Wales have inspired the work shown here. There is something both compelling and timeless about the way these ancient stones seem to cast a spell over the surrounding landscape. The images selected for show cover monuments from the Neolithic to Iron Age 5,000 BC – 100 AD.

David Walsh, an aircraft engineer by profession, was born in Hirwaun but has lived most of his life in Trecynon. He has recently completed a Degree in Media Practice from the University of Glamorgan.