Crystal Palace Photographer – Mark Blundell

I currently live in Crystal Palace and have been taking photographs seriously for the last four years.

My interest in photography has stemmed from receiving a Zenit 122 from my Grandfather after he passed away. The camera sadly languished under his bed for several years until a trip to Pyestock with the point and click, this re-ignited a latent interest and  prompted the purchase of a few rolls of 35mm and a trip  to East Sussex for a wander around a well known asylum.

I initially resisted the urge to ‘go digital’ preferring the purity of film, however  finally made the jump after a trip to Belgium and the discovery of Photoshop and the manner in which images can be enhanced.

I  now shoot mostly digital, however I do have a collection of old (vintage) cameras using, both medium format and regular 35mm, I do always try to take one of the film cameras out on trips tyo rey to capture a different, generally unprocessed set of images. and record a more varied record of a visit.

Subject matter is still mostly dereliction and decay, both industrial and architectural. The post processing is as much of a challenge and enjoyment as composing and taking the initial shot. Most of my images are altered in some way, be it making a more gritty image or smoothing a portrait. HDR is also often employed, but in a hopefully subtle way.

 I’m active on social media sites and can be contacted on any of these  sites : Twitter / Flickr / Tumblr / Google +

If you wish to discuss anything, please feel free to call or leave a message 07717215223

Mark has recently completed work for TATE ENTERTAINING

Featured and published on

Photoshelter :     HDRI Photography: Exciting New Frontier, or Gimmick to Avoid?

Photoshelter :     Shout Out Friday – Featured Photographer

Tate Members :  September 2010

The Victorian Society – The search is on to find the nation’s ten most endangered buildings

If you would like to find out more or contact Mark please don’t hesitate to send an email

All images can be purchased via the links on the left or by clicking HERE