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Forgotten Postcards Available in Three Options
While working with clients on a custom Forgotten Postcard of The Sainte Catherine/Sint Katelijne Square and church, I was asked what options I could offer. As with many of my clients, they were worried how the colours of the art would match the decor of their home. As a commercial photographer first and foremost, I’ve never been … more
Forgotten Postcard Diptych – Sainte Catherine Church – Brussels, Belgium
Recently, I was hired to create a custom Forgotten Postcard for an expat who was leaving Brussels. The Sainte Catherine/Sint Katelijne Square and church had significant meaning to the family and they wanted to memorialize it in a work of art. This is the final piece: While photographing the church for the Forgotten Postcard, I took photos of several different … more
Food Photography
I love good food. I also love to cook. Luckily, this combines well with my passion for photography. Often, before I’m about to dive in to a lovely meal, I grab my camera and photograph my plate. Yes, occasionally this results in some strange looks from my fellow diners, but I think the results are … more
Grand Canyon, Arizona – Forgotten Postcard
I’m back at my computer after a fantastic month in North America. This summer we traveled from coast to coast. One of the highlights of the vacation, for me, was a stop at the Grand Canyon. Although there is photographic evidence that I visited the Grand Canyon as a small child, I don’t really remember … more
Keukenhof Tulip Gardens 2010
This spring, once again, I spent a day photographing tulips at Keukenhof Gardens in Lisse, The Netherlands. Keukenhof is the world’s largest spring bulb garden and every year the tulips on display are outstanding. Below, you’ll find a gallery of my favourite photos from 2010. I hope you enjoy them. Leave your favourites in the … more
Sardinia, Italy Photo Gallery
Back in April I had the great fortune to visit the north-western part of Sardinia, Italy with a photographer friend. We spent several days photographing the towns, landscape and wild-flowers of this beautiful island. Based in Alghero, we explored Capo Caccia, Porto Ferro, Stintino, Capo Falcone and Bosa. Below are a few of my favourite … more
Forgotten Postcard, Taj Mahal, Agra, India – Contest Winner Announced
A few weeks ago I ran a contest to promote the Forgotten Postcard Series. Typically, I work with my own images to create the Forgotten Postcards, however the idea was born from an image I created from a friend’s photo. Because I enjoy being inspired by other people’s travel photos, as well as my own, … more
Château de Chenonceau, France – Forgotten Postcard
The Château de Chenonceau in the Loire Valley of France is a popular travel destination. This iconic castle sits partly over the Cher River. On still mornings you can see the Château reflected in the river below. For me, Chenonceau had a fairytale feeling that I tried to recreate with this Forgotten Postcard. The square … more
Win a Custom Forgotten Postcard from YOUR photo!
I’ve been wanting to run a contest for my faithful followers here on ACM Photography and CheeseWeb for some time now. With the Accessible Art Fair quickly approaching, I thought now would be the perfect time. I will be featuring my Forgotten Postcard Series and I’d like to give you the chance to win your … more
Mont Saint Michel, France – Forgotten Postcard
If you’ve ever visited Mont Saint Michel, you know the view of this imposing island fortress on a misty morning is unlike any other. Although these days, Mont Saint Michel spends most of its time as a tourist hotspot, I wanted this image to hearken back to the island’s darker and quieter times. I hope you like … more
Manneken Pis, Brussels – Forgotten Postcard
Manneken Pis, that little statue of a peeing boy, is an odd but iconic symbol of Brussels, Belgium. Tucked in a corner near Grand Place, Manneken Pis is often surrounded by flocks of tourits who come to see his many costumes. When I took this photo, he wasn’t sporting any special clothes, but he was … more
Holling Grange Herefordshire, England Photo Gallery
Recently I was hired to photograph the stunning Holling Grange self-catering cottages in Abbey Dore, Hereforshire, England. The cottages have been taken over by new management and have been completely renovated to a very high standard. They were a joy to photograph, as the owners have a keen eye for detail and styling. Below is a gallery … more
Sacré-Cœur, Paris – Forgotten Postcard
Paris, France has such an iconic skyline, it’s hard to create a piece of art that is original and does the scene justice. I hope this Forgotten Postcard is a step in that direction. The view is Sacré-Cœur, and Montmartre as seen from the roof of the Pompidou Modern Art Gallery.
The Advantages of Travelling with another Photographer
Tomorrow I am off on a trip to Sardinia, Italy with a photographer friend. It’s the first trip I’ve done in a long time with a fellow photographer and I’m looking forward to it. Travelling with another photographer has a lot of advantages, particularly when it’s one who shares an interest in similar photography subjects. … more
Flowers and Plants Photo Gallery
Besides tulips, orchids and roses, I’ve photographed many other flowers and plants in my garden travels over the past few years. The following is a collection of some of my favourites.
Basilica of Koekelberg, Brussels, Belgium – Forgotten Postcard
The National Basilica of Koekelberg or Basilica of the Sacred Heart (French: Basilique Nationale du Sacré-Cœur, Dutch: Nationale Basiliek van het Heilig-Hart ) is a Roman Catholic church in Brussels, Belgium. The art-deco church is the 6th largest Roman Catholic church in the world. I love the simplicity of the interior lines of this building. … more
Dublin to Doolin Ireland Photo Gallery
Back in September I had the oportunity to visit Ireland with a couple of friends. We only had a few days but we decided to drive from Dublin to Doolin and back again. We had incredible weather and were able to visit the Cliffs of Moher, Doonagore Castle and Dunguaire Castle before heading back to … more
Keukenhof Gardens Forgotten Postcard
It’s no secret that Keukenhof Gardens in Lisse, The Netherlands is one of my favourite garden photography locations. Until now, I hadn’t honoured it with a Forgotten Postcard. I hope I’ve done it justice. If you like this and want to see more, check out the entire Forgotten Postcards Series.
Rose Photo Gallery
Roses are known for their beautiful scent and lovely form. They come in all shapes, sizes and colours and are a favourite of garden photographers. Here is a collection of some of my favourite rose photos. Click on the thumbnail to view the photo and read the caption.
Orchids Photo Gallery
Orchids can be tricky to photograph well. However, their endless varieties, shapes, sizes and colours make them very rewarding and interesting photography subjects. Here is a small collection of my favourite orchid photographs I have taken over the past couple of years. For a closer look and information about the photo, click on the thumbnail.
Old England Forgotten Postcard – Brussels, Belgium
The Old England building in Brussels, Belgium is one of my favourite examples of architecture in the city and I knew it had to become a Forgotten Postcard. The Old England was once a department store but is now home to the fabulous Musical Instrument Museum. The café on the top floor offers a beautiful view of Grand Place … more
Berlin, Germany Photo Gallery
Last summer I had the oportunity to visit Berlin, Germany for a long weekend. The weather was glorious and I was pleasantly surprised by the city. The past ten years have seen a renaissance of art, culture and architecture in Berlin. There are plenty of sites, old and new, to photograph and enjoy. Click the … more
Forgotten Postcard Amsterdam, The Netherlands
It’s been ages since I added some new work to my Forgotten Postcards series. With the next Brussels Accessible Art Fair quickly approaching in June, I’ve buckled down to work on some new pieces which I post over the next few days. Although a few of my early postcards were from Kinderdijk, in the Netherlands, … more
Photos of Spain Gallery – A Few Favourites
Spain is an enormous and varied country and one that I enjoy visiting very much. The people are warm and so is the weather. The food is delcious and there is always something to photograph. The following gallery is a collection of some of my favourite photos from Spain. The locations include Valladolid, Zaragoza, Valencia, … more
Alison Cornford-Matheson is a Canadian photographer living and working in Brussels, Belgium. She specialises in garden and travel lifestyle stock photography. In addition, she is a Photoshop professional and produces digital artwork as fine art prints. Alison is available for assignment work and commissions on request. 
