Your R System Images - June 2026

PKM-UK · Monday at 6:56 AM

We hope you enjoy creating fantastic images this month!

Have fun - but stay safe and well…

Phil and Karen

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Any R System images can be posted. If you would like to say something about the subject, settings, or processing, that will be very welcome.

Remember, you don't have to only post things you took this month - sometimes people don't get around to processing/ editing images straight away. (Think of it more as an ‘images I’d like to post here this month’ sort of thing). Images taken with non-R System lenses are also very welcome as this adds to the interest.

Images posted on this thread will also be available to view in the dedicated Monthly R System Images Gallery.

Commenting on people’s posts is encouraged, as it keeps everyone interested and coming back. (Please try to be considerate, thoughtful and constructive).

We aim to provide feedback - but note we are away for part of each month and busy with ‘life stuff’. The lack of a comment from us is not a sign of disfavour!

Finally, please post in accordance with the RF Shooters Community Guidelines.

Thank you!

PKM-UK · Monday at 6:59 AM

Images from Witley Court and Great Witley Parish Church, Great Witley, Worcestershire, England.

(Shot raw and processed using: DxO PLE/ ViewPoint, Adobe LrC/ PS with Tony Kuyper Panels and Topaz Labs Studio. Compilations feature Karen - R7 and Phil - R5).

You can find out more about Witley Court by clicking Here and Great Witley Parish Church Here.

Phil and Karen

1. The manor of Great Witley was first recorded in the mid 13th century, when it belonged to Hugh Cooksey. In 1624 it passed to Sir William Russell who replaced the house with a grand mansion in 1630. In 1655 it was purchased by Thomas Foley of Stourbridge, heir to a fortune made in the West Midlands iron industry, and it would remain associated with the Foley family for nearly two centuries.

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2. In 1837, the house was purchased by the trustees of William Ward, 11th Baron Ward of Birmingham (then a minor), who later became the Earl of Dudley. He later commissioned Samuel Daukes to design the dramatic redevelopment of Witley Court between 1855 and 1860.

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3. In the 1920’s and 1940’s most of the estate was sold off, with the house being purchased by Sir Herbert Smith, a carpet manufacturer from Kidderminster. On 7-8 September, 1937, the house suffered a devastating fire. The task of restoring it was too much for Sir Herbert to bear and the property fell into ruin.

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4. In 1972 the Department of the Environment took the house and grounds into state guardianship to preserve them. Major repairs were carried out and it was transferred to English Heritage in 1984.

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5. The Great Witley Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels is attached to Witley Court and it was transformed by the Foley, Ward and Dudley families who created a stunning Italianate Baroque interior.

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6. Fate had it that the parish church was not touched by the fire of 1937 and it is now managed and maintained by members of the parish committee, being funded by donations from around the world.

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(Sources: English Heritage, Great Witley Parish Church).

Bryan Conner · Monday at 7:41 AM

Wonderful images as always Karen and Phil. Thanks for sharing.

PKM-UK · Monday at 8:13 AM

Bryan Conner said:
Wonderful images as always Karen and Phil. Thanks for sharing.

Hi Bryan,

Cheers - much appreciated!

P&K

Wings and Things · Monday at 11:15 AM

Another great post from one of our lovely English locations. As always, beautifully presented too.

PKM-UK · Monday at 11:21 AM

Wings and Things said:
Another great post from one of our lovely English locations. As always, beautifully presented too.

Hi Ian,

Cheers - much appreciated!

Both of these places were a real joy to wander round - fascinating histories and literally dripping with photographic opportunities.

P&K

David Berry · Monday at 12:58 PM

More of the same: Common Bronzewings having a squabble over some issue of great importance to them.

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SwampGrizz · Monday at 2:10 PM

PKM-UK said:
Both of these places were a real joy to wander round - fascinating histories and literally dripping with photographic opportunities.

Superb as always. Thanks again for transporting me to another mini vacation. Look at all the frequent flyer miles I’m getting right here in my easy chair. Well done!

Grumps · Monday at 10:01 PM

PKM-UK said:
Images from Witley Court and Great Witley Parish Church

Norwich Cathedral (if you're ever passing) has some grand architecture.

It also has a bit of a conundrum. I have an image, but it wasn't shot on a R series camera. So...

Text-wise it is a grave stone. "Born Ap. 13 1736. Died Feb 20 1736.

Dean Wilson · Tuesday at 12:27 AM

Eight image focus stacked (24MB C-RAW images), taken about 10ft ( ~just over 3m) distance.

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PKM-UK · Tuesday at 7:36 AM

David Berry said:
More of the same: Common Bronzewings having a squabble over some issue of great importance to them.

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Hi David,

This was an open and closed case it seems - but a colourful argument to witness nonetheless.

Thank you for sharing...

P&K

PKM-UK · Tuesday at 7:38 AM

SwampGrizz said:
Superb as always. Thanks again for transporting me to another mini vacation. Look at all the frequent flyer miles I’m getting right here in my easy chair. Well done!

Hi Dale,

Cheers - our pleasure!

(This venue followed on from Harvington Hall - as posted last month - which made for a fun day out).

P&K

PKM-UK · Tuesday at 7:41 AM

Grumps said:
Norwich Cathedral (if you're ever passing) has some grand architecture.

It also has a bit of a conundrum. I have an image, but it wasn't shot on a R series camera. So...

Text-wise it is a grave stone. "Born Ap. 13 1736. Died Feb 20 1736.

Hi Roy,

Thank you for the tip - appreciated! Duly noted and tucked away for when we're next over that way.

(We'll definitely keep an eye out for the 'back to the future' gravestone too...

).

P&K

PKM-UK · Tuesday at 7:48 AM

Dean Wilson said:
Eight image focus stacked (24MB C-RAW images), taken about 10ft ( ~just over 3m) distance.

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Hi Dean,

A most striking image - the engrossing subject is impressively rich with fine details.

(The inky background helps to create a mesmeric effect which draws the viewer in).

Nice work all-round! Thank you for sharing...

P&K

Dean Wilson · Tuesday at 7:05 PM

Cancun Lily

Our first lily of the year. Because of the foliage I had to be less than five feet away with a long lens... thus, 12-shot focus stacked.

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SwampGrizz · 2026-06-03T02:27:19+0100

This the side of a dumpster enclosure. They had just put new siding boards on it, and late one afternoon, I just happened to catch the evening sun on it. I thought it made a nice texture.

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SwampGrizz · 2026-06-03T02:30:11+0100

These were taken on a winters walk down Broughton Street where I live.

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PKM-UK · 2026-06-03T06:50:48+0100

Dean Wilson said:
Cancun Lily

Our first lily of the year. Because of the foliage I had to be less than five feet away with a long lens... thus, 12-shot focus stacked.

View attachment 46336

Hi Dean,

A glorious image - superb depth of focus and sumptuous colours combine to produce a perfect example of nature's beauty.

Well done indeed - and thank you for sharing...

P&K

PKM-UK · 2026-06-03T06:53:10+0100

SwampGrizz said:
This the side of a dumpster enclosure. They had just put new siding boards on it, and late one afternoon, I just happened to catch the evening sun on it. I thought it made a nice texture.
View attachment 46363

Hi Dale,

If you'll forgive the pun, a 'nailed on' example of a spellbinding texture shot - interest aplenty and wonderfully rich colours.

Well seen and caught - thank you for sharing...

P&K

PKM-UK · 2026-06-03T06:58:02+0100

SwampGrizz said:
These were taken on a winters walk down Broughton Street where I live.View attachment 46365 View attachment 46366 View attachment 46367 View attachment 46368

Hi Dale,

A fascinating set of shots showcasing your home town (a photographically rich street environment - with inviting opportunities seemingly at every turn).

These were all well seen, caught and presented (we'd be tempted to try a B&W version with a subtle vignette for #3).

Thank you for sharing...

P&K

PKM-UK · 2026-06-03T08:43:47+0100

With 'raw files waiting to be processed' now down to below 3,000, I can afford the odd coffee time play with Karen's historic house lighting shots.

(Note these are creative edits, the building was not on fire).

Phil

There is light at the end of the tunnel...

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The play time nerve centre (in case you were wondering)...

Grumps · 2026-06-03T09:05:44+0100

The aforementioned bit of stone.

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The dates are correct. No time travel involved.

PKM-UK · 2026-06-03T09:49:13+0100

Grumps said:
The aforementioned bit of stone.

View attachment 46386

The dates are correct. No time travel involved.

Hi Roy,

Fantasic! That's quite a trick (particularly without the aid of a DeLorean).

(Great spot).

Thank you for tracking the shot down and sharing...

P&K

SwampGrizz · 2026-06-03T13:30:15+0100

PKM-UK said:
we'd be tempted to try a B&W version with a subtle vignette for #3).

Like this? I hadn’t thought of b&w. Interesting.

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SwampGrizz · 2026-06-03T13:42:48+0100

Phil,
Thanks for the kind words, glad you enjoyed my little pictures.

Tell Karen that she did good with the house lighting shots. She has a great eye, as do you. I really like detail shots of things, and to borrow your phrase, she nailed it. Great composition and color.

SwampGrizz · 2026-06-03T13:48:59+0100

Dean,
The Cancun Lilly is first rate. Very well done.
I also like the red flower against the black background.
Whatever it is you’re doing, keep doing it.

PKM-UK · 2026-06-03T14:08:34+0100

SwampGrizz said:
Like this? I hadn’t thought of b&w. Interesting.

View attachment 46388

Hi Dale,

Yes indeed. A very striking version - to my eyes this also emphasises the leading lines of the lamp posts/ shop frontages, guiding the viewer inwards.

Pleased you tried it out and posted the result!

Phil

PKM-UK · 2026-06-03T14:20:06+0100

SwampGrizz said:
Phil,
Thanks for the kind words, glad you enjoyed my little pictures.

Tell Karen that she did good with the house lighting shots. She has a great eye, as do you. I really like detail shots of things, and to borrow your phrase, she nailed it. Great composition and color.

Hi Dale,

Hosting the monthly thread and seeing what everyone has come up with is a joy and an inspiration.

Pleased you enjoyed my sample edits - Karen hasn't actually seen these yet (she's in the office today). She has 'the photographer's eye' and I've learned a lot by watching her at work and seeing the results. (By return I get to do our processing - a real treat!).

Phil

AOC · 2026-06-03T14:36:36+0100

PKM-UK said:
Images from Witley Court and Great Witley Parish Church, Great Witley, Worcestershire, England.

(Shot raw and processed using: DxO PLE/ ViewPoint, Adobe LrC/ PS with Tony Kuyper Panels and Topaz Labs Studio. Compilations feature Karen - R7 and Phil - R5).

You can find out more about Witley Court by clicking Here and Great Witley Parish Church Here.

Phil and Karen

1. The manor of Great Witley was first recorded in the mid 13th century, when it belonged to Hugh Cooksey. In 1624 it passed to Sir William Russell who replaced the house with a grand mansion in 1630. In 1655 it was purchased by Thomas Foley of Stourbridge, heir to a fortune made in the West Midlands iron industry, and it would remain associated with the Foley family for nearly two centuries.

View attachment 46309

2. In 1837, the house was purchased by the trustees of William Ward, 11th Baron Ward of Birmingham (then a minor), who later became the Earl of Dudley. He later commissioned Samuel Daukes to design the dramatic redevelopment of Witley Court between 1855 and 1860.

View attachment 46310

3. In the 1920’s and 1940’s most of the estate was sold off, with the house being purchased by Sir Herbert Smith, a carpet manufacturer from Kidderminster. On 7-8 September, 1937, the house suffered a devastating fire. The task of restoring it was too much for Sir Herbert to bear and the property fell into ruin.

View attachment 46311

4. In 1972 the Department of the Environment took the house and grounds into state guardianship to preserve them. Major repairs were carried out and it was transferred to English Heritage in 1984.

View attachment 46312

5. The Great Witley Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels is attached to Witley Court and it was transformed by the Foley, Ward and Dudley families who created a stunning Italianate Baroque interior.

View attachment 46313

6. Fate had it that the parish church was not touched by the fire of 1937 and it is now managed and maintained by members of the parish committee, being funded by donations from around the world.

View attachment 46314

(Sources: English Heritage, Great Witley Parish Church).

Nice gets!

AOC · 2026-06-03T14:37:41+0100

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