Dr. David Barber
@pressphotoman.bsky.social
Photohistorian | Writer | Lecturer
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Downey's used regular small ads @journalnews.bsky.social to publicise their latest photographs.
Readers could buy stereos and carte de visite versions at outlets across Newcastle upon Tyne.
Readers could buy stereos and carte de visite versions at outlets across Newcastle upon Tyne.
December 1, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Downey's used regular small ads @journalnews.bsky.social to publicise their latest photographs.
Readers could buy stereos and carte de visite versions at outlets across Newcastle upon Tyne.
Readers could buy stereos and carte de visite versions at outlets across Newcastle upon Tyne.
St. Nicholas Church, Newcastle upon Tyne stereographed by W. & D. Downey in 1864.
Ahead of St. Nicholas' Day (6th Dec), a Pressphotoman piece on why the intended 3D effect hits a snag here.
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Ahead of St. Nicholas' Day (6th Dec), a Pressphotoman piece on why the intended 3D effect hits a snag here.
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December 1, 2025 at 8:06 AM
St. Nicholas Church, Newcastle upon Tyne stereographed by W. & D. Downey in 1864.
Ahead of St. Nicholas' Day (6th Dec), a Pressphotoman piece on why the intended 3D effect hits a snag here.
pressphotoman.com/2025/12/01/s...
Ahead of St. Nicholas' Day (6th Dec), a Pressphotoman piece on why the intended 3D effect hits a snag here.
pressphotoman.com/2025/12/01/s...
'Newcastle' by Burdus Redford FRPS photographed in the early 1930s.
This classic view features many landmarks visible on the skyline of 2025.
More in my latest Pressphotoman blogpost ... link below.
This classic view features many landmarks visible on the skyline of 2025.
More in my latest Pressphotoman blogpost ... link below.
November 24, 2025 at 6:07 PM
'Newcastle' by Burdus Redford FRPS photographed in the early 1930s.
This classic view features many landmarks visible on the skyline of 2025.
More in my latest Pressphotoman blogpost ... link below.
This classic view features many landmarks visible on the skyline of 2025.
More in my latest Pressphotoman blogpost ... link below.
'Four Bridges' by Newcastle upon Tyne photographer Burdus Redford FRPS (1868-1951).
A Pressphotoman piece on the insurance official by day whose "exquisite views" were much admired by Sir John Betjeman.
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A Pressphotoman piece on the insurance official by day whose "exquisite views" were much admired by Sir John Betjeman.
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November 24, 2025 at 8:10 AM
'Four Bridges' by Newcastle upon Tyne photographer Burdus Redford FRPS (1868-1951).
A Pressphotoman piece on the insurance official by day whose "exquisite views" were much admired by Sir John Betjeman.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/24/b...
A Pressphotoman piece on the insurance official by day whose "exquisite views" were much admired by Sir John Betjeman.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/24/b...
An unexpected sighting of Picture Post photojournalist Bert Hardy in the latest 'Uncut' magazine gig listings.
Shack are one of THE great Liverpool bands, so class advert all round 🎸📸
Shack are one of THE great Liverpool bands, so class advert all round 🎸📸
November 18, 2025 at 2:56 PM
An unexpected sighting of Picture Post photojournalist Bert Hardy in the latest 'Uncut' magazine gig listings.
Shack are one of THE great Liverpool bands, so class advert all round 🎸📸
Shack are one of THE great Liverpool bands, so class advert all round 🎸📸
Reposted by Dr. David Barber
A favourite Ursula Clark photo features the then newly-opened Forth Road Bridge with the 1890 Rail Bridge in the distance.
Taken for 'Architecture of Scotland' (Newcastle upon Tyne: Oriel Press, 1969).
Taken for 'Architecture of Scotland' (Newcastle upon Tyne: Oriel Press, 1969).
November 17, 2025 at 5:21 PM
A favourite Ursula Clark photo features the then newly-opened Forth Road Bridge with the 1890 Rail Bridge in the distance.
Taken for 'Architecture of Scotland' (Newcastle upon Tyne: Oriel Press, 1969).
Taken for 'Architecture of Scotland' (Newcastle upon Tyne: Oriel Press, 1969).
A favourite Ursula Clark photo features the then newly-opened Forth Road Bridge with the 1890 Rail Bridge in the distance.
Taken for 'Architecture of Scotland' (Newcastle upon Tyne: Oriel Press, 1969).
Taken for 'Architecture of Scotland' (Newcastle upon Tyne: Oriel Press, 1969).
November 17, 2025 at 5:21 PM
A favourite Ursula Clark photo features the then newly-opened Forth Road Bridge with the 1890 Rail Bridge in the distance.
Taken for 'Architecture of Scotland' (Newcastle upon Tyne: Oriel Press, 1969).
Taken for 'Architecture of Scotland' (Newcastle upon Tyne: Oriel Press, 1969).
This battered notebook contains shotlists compiled by the architectural photographer Ursula Clark (1940-2000).
A Pressphotoman piece on buildings she recorded in 1960s Scotland unseen for decades ... and her favoured Kodak film revealed.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/17/a...
A Pressphotoman piece on buildings she recorded in 1960s Scotland unseen for decades ... and her favoured Kodak film revealed.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/17/a...
November 17, 2025 at 8:06 AM
This battered notebook contains shotlists compiled by the architectural photographer Ursula Clark (1940-2000).
A Pressphotoman piece on buildings she recorded in 1960s Scotland unseen for decades ... and her favoured Kodak film revealed.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/17/a...
A Pressphotoman piece on buildings she recorded in 1960s Scotland unseen for decades ... and her favoured Kodak film revealed.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/17/a...
The Making of Five Leaves Left', a 4-disc Nick Drake box set, has been nominated for a Grammy.
Its liner notes feature interviews I conducted 30 years ago with Nick's key collaborators.
And both 'Mojo' and 'Uncut' magazines have named it their 'Reissue of the Year'.
Amazing.
Its liner notes feature interviews I conducted 30 years ago with Nick's key collaborators.
And both 'Mojo' and 'Uncut' magazines have named it their 'Reissue of the Year'.
Amazing.
November 12, 2025 at 5:31 PM
The Making of Five Leaves Left', a 4-disc Nick Drake box set, has been nominated for a Grammy.
Its liner notes feature interviews I conducted 30 years ago with Nick's key collaborators.
And both 'Mojo' and 'Uncut' magazines have named it their 'Reissue of the Year'.
Amazing.
Its liner notes feature interviews I conducted 30 years ago with Nick's key collaborators.
And both 'Mojo' and 'Uncut' magazines have named it their 'Reissue of the Year'.
Amazing.
Music press photography celebrated in today's @theguardian.com ... buying the Melody Maker et al was part of my generation's musical education.
www.theguardian.com/artanddesign...
www.theguardian.com/artanddesign...
Beatles, Bowie, Dylan, Mercury and more: rock’n’roll royalty – in pictures
Music photographer Barrie Wentzell shot the world’s biggest stars between 1965 and 1975. He talks us through some of his favourite moments
www.theguardian.com
November 11, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Music press photography celebrated in today's @theguardian.com ... buying the Melody Maker et al was part of my generation's musical education.
www.theguardian.com/artanddesign...
www.theguardian.com/artanddesign...
Reposted by Dr. David Barber
Marking tomorrow's Remembrance/Armistice Day (11th November) ...
A Pressphotoman piece recalling Dad's service as a Royal Artillery gunner (September 1939 - February 1946) through his wartime photo album.
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A Pressphotoman piece recalling Dad's service as a Royal Artillery gunner (September 1939 - February 1946) through his wartime photo album.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/10/w...
November 10, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Marking tomorrow's Remembrance/Armistice Day (11th November) ...
A Pressphotoman piece recalling Dad's service as a Royal Artillery gunner (September 1939 - February 1946) through his wartime photo album.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/10/w...
A Pressphotoman piece recalling Dad's service as a Royal Artillery gunner (September 1939 - February 1946) through his wartime photo album.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/10/w...
Marking tomorrow's Remembrance/Armistice Day (11th November) ...
A Pressphotoman piece recalling Dad's service as a Royal Artillery gunner (September 1939 - February 1946) through his wartime photo album.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/10/w...
A Pressphotoman piece recalling Dad's service as a Royal Artillery gunner (September 1939 - February 1946) through his wartime photo album.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/10/w...
November 10, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Marking tomorrow's Remembrance/Armistice Day (11th November) ...
A Pressphotoman piece recalling Dad's service as a Royal Artillery gunner (September 1939 - February 1946) through his wartime photo album.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/10/w...
A Pressphotoman piece recalling Dad's service as a Royal Artillery gunner (September 1939 - February 1946) through his wartime photo album.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/10/w...
Reposted by Dr. David Barber
Looking forward to our visit today @mediamuseum.bsky.social in Bradford ...
Meeting up with fellow #photohistory enthusiasts and viewing collections followed by a curator-led tour of the new Sound+Vision galleries.
Meeting up with fellow #photohistory enthusiasts and viewing collections followed by a curator-led tour of the new Sound+Vision galleries.
November 7, 2025 at 9:12 AM
Looking forward to our visit today @mediamuseum.bsky.social in Bradford ...
Meeting up with fellow #photohistory enthusiasts and viewing collections followed by a curator-led tour of the new Sound+Vision galleries.
Meeting up with fellow #photohistory enthusiasts and viewing collections followed by a curator-led tour of the new Sound+Vision galleries.
A real treat to present new research on architectural photographer Ursula Clark (1940-2000) at the 'Shifting Perspectives' conference @natlibscot
'Architecture of Scotland' by George Hay in the Oriel Guide series features many of Ursula's photographs and her photo editing.
'Architecture of Scotland' by George Hay in the Oriel Guide series features many of Ursula's photographs and her photo editing.
November 5, 2025 at 8:22 PM
A real treat to present new research on architectural photographer Ursula Clark (1940-2000) at the 'Shifting Perspectives' conference @natlibscot
'Architecture of Scotland' by George Hay in the Oriel Guide series features many of Ursula's photographs and her photo editing.
'Architecture of Scotland' by George Hay in the Oriel Guide series features many of Ursula's photographs and her photo editing.
Reposted by Dr. David Barber
An artist's portrayal of an episode at the 1910 Army Pageant taken from 'The Graphic' illustrated newspaper.
A Pressphotoman piece identifying the Roman charioteer ... and the artistic licence that added his beard.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/03/a...
A Pressphotoman piece identifying the Roman charioteer ... and the artistic licence that added his beard.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/03/a...
November 3, 2025 at 8:05 AM
An artist's portrayal of an episode at the 1910 Army Pageant taken from 'The Graphic' illustrated newspaper.
A Pressphotoman piece identifying the Roman charioteer ... and the artistic licence that added his beard.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/03/a...
A Pressphotoman piece identifying the Roman charioteer ... and the artistic licence that added his beard.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/03/a...
An artist's portrayal of an episode at the 1910 Army Pageant taken from 'The Graphic' illustrated newspaper.
A Pressphotoman piece identifying the Roman charioteer ... and the artistic licence that added his beard.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/03/a...
A Pressphotoman piece identifying the Roman charioteer ... and the artistic licence that added his beard.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/03/a...
November 3, 2025 at 8:05 AM
An artist's portrayal of an episode at the 1910 Army Pageant taken from 'The Graphic' illustrated newspaper.
A Pressphotoman piece identifying the Roman charioteer ... and the artistic licence that added his beard.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/03/a...
A Pressphotoman piece identifying the Roman charioteer ... and the artistic licence that added his beard.
pressphotoman.com/2025/11/03/a...
This photo of a group of boys in front of the Royal Border Bridge is a perfect choice for the 'The Light of Days Past' exhibition poster.
More via the link below.
More via the link below.
October 27, 2025 at 5:37 PM
This photo of a group of boys in front of the Royal Border Bridge is a perfect choice for the 'The Light of Days Past' exhibition poster.
More via the link below.
More via the link below.
Berwick-upon-Tweed's relationship with photography dates back to the medium's earliest days.
A Pressphotoman piece on a fascinating new exhibition at the town's Granary Gallery revealing its many facets.
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A Pressphotoman piece on a fascinating new exhibition at the town's Granary Gallery revealing its many facets.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/27/t...
October 27, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Berwick-upon-Tweed's relationship with photography dates back to the medium's earliest days.
A Pressphotoman piece on a fascinating new exhibition at the town's Granary Gallery revealing its many facets.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/27/t...
A Pressphotoman piece on a fascinating new exhibition at the town's Granary Gallery revealing its many facets.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/27/t...
Another portrait by Sarah Partridge, W. & D. Downey's last photographer.
Can you help identify its subjects?
Can you help identify its subjects?
October 20, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Another portrait by Sarah Partridge, W. & D. Downey's last photographer.
Can you help identify its subjects?
Can you help identify its subjects?
An untitled beach scene by London society photographer Sarah Partridge (1868-1955).
A Pressphotoman piece featuring new evidence identifying Miss Partridge as the final W. & D. Downey photographer.
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A Pressphotoman piece featuring new evidence identifying Miss Partridge as the final W. & D. Downey photographer.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/20/s...
October 20, 2025 at 7:14 AM
An untitled beach scene by London society photographer Sarah Partridge (1868-1955).
A Pressphotoman piece featuring new evidence identifying Miss Partridge as the final W. & D. Downey photographer.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/20/s...
A Pressphotoman piece featuring new evidence identifying Miss Partridge as the final W. & D. Downey photographer.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/20/s...
Reposted by Dr. David Barber
Se están redescubriendo multitud de excelentes mujeres fotografas, importantes en la historia de su profesión.
Como Sarah Partridge.
Como Sarah Partridge.
October 15, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Se están redescubriendo multitud de excelentes mujeres fotografas, importantes en la historia de su profesión.
Como Sarah Partridge.
Como Sarah Partridge.
Reposted by Dr. David Barber
London society photographer Sarah Partridge (1868-1955) crossed paths with famous names throughout her career.
A Pressphotoman piece on sharing commercial premises with a royal couturier and a celebrated actress.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/13/m...
A Pressphotoman piece on sharing commercial premises with a royal couturier and a celebrated actress.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/13/m...
October 13, 2025 at 7:05 AM
London society photographer Sarah Partridge (1868-1955) crossed paths with famous names throughout her career.
A Pressphotoman piece on sharing commercial premises with a royal couturier and a celebrated actress.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/13/m...
A Pressphotoman piece on sharing commercial premises with a royal couturier and a celebrated actress.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/13/m...
London society photographer Sarah Partridge (1868-1955) crossed paths with famous names throughout her career.
A Pressphotoman piece on sharing commercial premises with a royal couturier and a celebrated actress.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/13/m...
A Pressphotoman piece on sharing commercial premises with a royal couturier and a celebrated actress.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/13/m...
October 13, 2025 at 7:05 AM
London society photographer Sarah Partridge (1868-1955) crossed paths with famous names throughout her career.
A Pressphotoman piece on sharing commercial premises with a royal couturier and a celebrated actress.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/13/m...
A Pressphotoman piece on sharing commercial premises with a royal couturier and a celebrated actress.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/13/m...
Reposted by Dr. David Barber
After filming Queen Victoria at Balmoral, J.J. & F. Downey of South Shields could hardly contain their excitement.
Hence this newspaper ad for 'Downey's Living Photographs' that heralded a new era in mass media.
Hence this newspaper ad for 'Downey's Living Photographs' that heralded a new era in mass media.
October 6, 2025 at 4:14 PM
After filming Queen Victoria at Balmoral, J.J. & F. Downey of South Shields could hardly contain their excitement.
Hence this newspaper ad for 'Downey's Living Photographs' that heralded a new era in mass media.
Hence this newspaper ad for 'Downey's Living Photographs' that heralded a new era in mass media.
Reposted by Dr. David Barber
On 3rd October 1896, the first cinefilm featuring Queen Victoria was shot by royal photographers W. & D. Downey.
A Pressphotoman piece on the Downey team from London and Tyneside that travelled to Balmoral and how the firm created history.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/06/a...
A Pressphotoman piece on the Downey team from London and Tyneside that travelled to Balmoral and how the firm created history.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/06/a...
October 6, 2025 at 7:08 AM
On 3rd October 1896, the first cinefilm featuring Queen Victoria was shot by royal photographers W. & D. Downey.
A Pressphotoman piece on the Downey team from London and Tyneside that travelled to Balmoral and how the firm created history.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/06/a...
A Pressphotoman piece on the Downey team from London and Tyneside that travelled to Balmoral and how the firm created history.
pressphotoman.com/2025/10/06/a...