Dave Coulson

@cheesindave

Internationally published photographer and Hong Konger who now lives in Edinburgh, Scotland www.davecoulson.co.uk

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Dave Coulson @cheesindave· 3d

#Edinburgh Fridge Festival

Two refrigerators stored outside in a car park in Edinburgh, with faces painted on them.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· 27d

The stunning Inveraray on a beautiful summer's day © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #drone

A drone photograph from above Inveraray in the western Highlands of Scotland. On the shore of Loch Fyne. Taken on a warm sunny day.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Jul 15

How many wild flowers can you see amongst the crops? © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #drone

A drone photograph from above a lush green farmers field which is full of crops, wild flowers and interesting shapes from presumably a tractor.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Jun 12

7 years ago today Hong Kong authorities decided violence and tear gas was their response to legitimate protests around the Central Government Offices in Admiralty on Hong Kong Island. A few of my photos from that very long surreal day. © Dave Coulson Photography #Hongkong #hkprotests #antiELAB

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Jun 9

7 years ago today 1 million people in Hong Kong took to the streets in opposition of the proposed extradition bill. A few of my photos from that very long day. © Dave Coulson Photography #hongkong #hkprotest #antiELAB

A photograph shot in Wanchai, Hong Kong Island showing the crowds while 1 million people matched in protest of the then proposed extradition bill. Most protesters wore white that day.

People holding banners with arms crossed outside the central government offices in Hong Kong.

A lady known locally as female longhair holding a political banner in front of a line of riot police.

Hong Kong Police charging into a protest with batons and riot shields.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Jun 4

Never forget #June4th #TiananmenSquare #8964

The famous tankman photograph from Beijing in 1989, when a lone man stood in front of tanks advancing on Tiananmen Square.

Chinese democracy protesters and PLA soldiers sitting opposite each other on Tiananmen Square before the massacre.

The goddess of democracy statue on Tiananmen Square with the portrait of dictator Mao Zedong clearly displayed and Chinese democracy protesters with many banners.

Chinese democracy protesters sitting on Tiananmen Square with fists raised in the air in defiance of the Chinese Communist Party.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· May 14

A colourful Edinburgh from Calton Hill © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh

A cityscape photograph of Edinburgh from Calton Hill showing Edinburgh Castle lit up, The Balmoral hotel clock tower lit in red and and Scott Monument. In the foreground Dugald Stewart monument stands tall on Calton Hill.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· May 4

The Meadows, cherry blossom and Arthur's Seat © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh #cherryblossom

An aerial photograph of Cherry blossom trees in bloom on a sunny morning during golden hour with the early morning sun illumating the trees. Arthur's Seat is silhouetted in the background.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· May 2

A few of my photos from the Beltane Fire Festival in Edinburgh welcoming the 1st of May and summer. © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh #beltane

Crowds watching the Beltane Fire Festival at the unfinished National Monument on Calton Hill.

A group of fire dancers, one lady blowing on the fire with her mouth while others watch.

A fire dancer looking directly at the camera while performing with fire.

Two participants dressed in white clothing with plants in their hair watching the large bonfire burn shortly after midnight.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Apr 30

Golden hour at the Meadows this morning © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh #cherryblossom

An aerial photograph of cherry blossom trees in bloom in the Meadows, Edinburgh. With early morning sunshine illumating the trees in the meadows. Taken from 390ft above the meadows.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Apr 29

Cherry blossom and sunshine, a beautiful combination © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh #cherryblossom

A photograph of cherry blossom trees in bloom in the Meadows, Edinburgh. With people going about their day, shopping for books at a stall, cycling and relaxing in the sunshine on the grass.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Apr 27

Cherry blossom and haar in the Meadows © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh #cherryblossom

An aerial photograph of cherry blossom trees in bloom in the meadows in Edinburgh on a misty (haar) morning.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Apr 24

One of my old drone shots from above Sham Shui Po

A drone shot from early 2019 showing Sham Shui Po and Kowloon from the air.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Apr 24

Sunshine, cherry blossom and Edinburgh Castle from the Meadows © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #cherryblossom

An aerial photograph of cherry blossom trees in bloom in the meadows in Edinburgh with Edinburgh Castle and part of the city in the background on a sunny day.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Apr 21

Cherry Blossom season has begun in the Meadows © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh #cherryblossom

An elderly lady strolling through the Meadows with Cherry blossom in bloom.

A young lady walking through the meadows surrounded by Cherry blossom.

A young stylish photographer exploring cherry blossom trees in the Meadows, Edinburgh.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Mar 20

Early morning on the High Street © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #scotland

A photograph of a deserted Edinburgh High Street in the early hours of the morning showing the Tron Kirk and surrounding buildings.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Mar 13

Anyone for coffee? © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh

The Milkman coffee shop at the top of Cockburn Street early in the morning, while staff are preparing to open for the day.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Mar 11

A peaceful High Street in the early hours © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland #edinburgh

The Royal Mile aka High Street in Edinburgh lined with colourful bollards. Scotland and UK flags flying on the empty street very early in the morning.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Mar 8

A very chilly and wet, yet stunning Glencoe © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland

Hills/mountains in Glencoe in the Highlands of Scotland in winter with snow on the high ground on a very wet day with a lot of rainfall very visibly coming down the hills.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Mar 2

Hairy Cows at Creag Meagaidh National Nature Reserve © Dave Coulson Photography #scotland

Highland cattle aka Hairy Coos standing in a field on a very wet rainy day, with snow covered hills in background partially hidden by low clouds.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Feb 17

Kung hei fat choi! Happy lunar new year! 恭喜發財! 🧧 新年快樂! 🧧 心想事成! 🧧 祝身體健康!🧧

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Jan 14

A photograph showing modern buildings next to the Meadows in central Edinburgh with Edinburgh Castle behind.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Dec 30

Vikings from Shetland starting off the Edinburgh Torchlight Procession for the beginning of Hogmanay celebrations last night © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #scotland

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Dec 11

A photograph showing inside the grounds of Edinburgh Castle during Castle of Light while it was raining heavily. With a light spelling out 'Mind Yersel' above a gate with people passing through.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Dec 8

A photograph showing the front entrance to Edinburgh Castle lit up during Castle of Light during heavy rain.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Nov 30

A photograph of the Forth Bridge towering over North Queensferry in the foreground in daylight.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Nov 9

Lest We Forget A few of my photos from Remembrance Sunday a couple of years ago. © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #RemembranceSunday

A man in a military uniform laying a wreath during a Remembrance Sunday service on the Royal Mile in 2022.

Former members of the armed forces marching in line to lay wreathes for those who gave their lives in service to their country.

Retired former military men lined up during a Remembrance Sunday service on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh in 2022.

Soldiers marching in Scottish military uniforms including kilts and carrying bagpipes on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh in 2022, during a Remembrance Sunday service.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Nov 3

A few of my photos from Samhuinn Fire Festival during Halloween on the 31st October on Calton Hill. This festival is a modern interpretation of a Celtic festival with fire, music and dance. © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #samhuinn

A photograph showing the beginning of a parade on Calton Hill with people in costumes carrying flaming torches.

A photograph of a lady who appears to be dressed as some kind of elaborate mushroom dancing with fire.

A photograph of a man's face wearing green and purple face paint who appears to look scary.

A photograph of a lady wearing a costume with green and purple face paint dancing.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Oct 26

As it begins to get colder in Edinburgh, here's a snowy Vennel from last year. © Dave Coulson Photography #Edinburgh #scotland

A photograph showing the Vennel in Edinburgh, while it was snowing with Edinburgh castle barely visible during snowfall.

Dave Coulson @cheesindave· Oct 23