Remembering Chris

I’m so sad to have to say goodbye to my blogging friend Chris / Kopstoot

I was shocked to hear today that Chris passed away a few days ago.  I only met him once in real life many years ago, through an old friend but we recently became blogging buddies. Chris could always be relied upon for a silly comment or a generous compliment – he seemed a very giving person. 

Before he died Chris worked in the library and taught English to refugees and asylum seekers. Many years before that he was a war photographer. I think this left him with quite a scar.

I liked looking at his blog pictures as they always captured something different – one day a quirky pavement sticker, the next a tulip with fresh rain, the next his fave bar in Amsterdam. I’m sure he wouldn’t mind me showing you some here. Chris was always very encouraging about “making” pictures and was kind enough to make nice comments about my photos. He also gave good technical advice ie. “for a steady shot, lean your elbows on the top of R’s head” – that sort of thing.

You will be dearly missed Chris. Here’s a lovely welshy sunset especially for you xx