Pete Carr Photo Blog

Photographer & Writer

How was 2025?

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Vibrant collage of cityscapes, events, and colorful nightlife capturing diverse urban experiences and architecture.

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2025 is the year I started doing video commissions and drone work. It’s been another challenging year due to my ongoing ME/CFS (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) issues. Some days my energy levels are that of someone who has just ran 15 miles, except I haven’t. Rest is the only option so personal work has had to take a back seat so I can fulfill client briefs. I love the randomness of my work and thankfully have not needed to cancel any commissions due to ill health. I’m proud of what I’ve achieved this year thanks to the support of clients, friends, and my wife.

I worked on some fascinating projects this year. At World Museum Liverpool they turned the aquarium into a unique dining experience. For the Liverpool Biennial I produced BTS (Behind the Scenes) photos of First Take’s queer horror movie shot in the Adelphi. The Lady Lever Art Gallery hosted artist Jim Moir, aka Vic Reeves, first show at a national gallery. It was a joy to see the work and also make a few portraits of him for the show. At Future Yard I photographed Mark Kermode and his band for Events471, a local events company doing great work for the community. They also commissioned me to video various gigs throughout the year, some of which are on my videos page. Artists Amigo and Amigo commissioned me to photograph and video both their installations at the River of Light. It’s been a varied year, especially with the new video commissions.

Personal Work

Collage of vibrant portraits and scenes, including gatherings, artistic images, beach activities, and night celebrations.

Despite chronic fatigue I did manage to work on a few interesting personal projects. The most incredible of which was taking part in and photographing a mass skinny dip with over 1,200 people. I wish I lived closer to a quieter unpopulated beach to enable more work like it. Being outside in nature photographing people being confident in their own skin, was just wonderful.

I continued working on my swimming project. At the Northern Eye Photography Festival in Colwyn Bay I gave a 6 minute talk about it in front of a room of incredible photographers including the late Martin Parr. I realised that the project was no longer just about the local community, but really about finding a space where I could be myself. Where I could be a non-binary autistic person with ADHD in a space that enabled rather than disabled me. In 2026 I hope to put something together with all the writing I’ve been doing on the subject.

Along with the skinny dip I’ve also dabbled with a few body positivity shoots. One was photographing Glorified Cabaret which was a fat positive cabaret. Like the skinny dip, it was wonderful seeing people be celebrated for being themselves.

I also continued documenting Wirral Pride and Liverpool Pride with consensual portraits of people who attended.

Writing

Work on my neuroqueer disability newsletter, Hello Computer, has continued. Growth is almost 0, but having the space to write is important to me. One of the pieces I wrote in 2025 was re-published by the Open Eye Gallery. That was a surprise and I was glad my words resonated with people. A few other pieces I’ve written have been picked up my online and print magazines to be published in 2026. I enjoy writing, and I need to make a real go at it in 2026.

Wrap Up

My hope for 2026 is I can continue to make videos and photos in the arts scene with a focus on LGBTQ+ and disabled projects. Any work connected to open water swimming would be interesting too.

I would like to continue exploring body positivity photography, especially in nature. Photographing the mass skinny dip was such a positive experience that I need to do more of that.

2026 is looking good. I go into it a confident photographer, videographer, drone operator and writer. That’s a good foundation for an interesting year. Let’s see what’s out there.

Highlights

Drag performer on stage in a vibrant, jeweled costume and headpiece, under dramatic purple lighting.
Jim Moir at the Lady Lever Art Gallery
Three people in theatrical costumes pose under a flowering tree indoors, creating a dramatic, artistic scene.
Person in glasses and black shirt standing against a dark brick wall, arms crossed, in black and white.
A table with candles and flowers in the World Museum Liverpool.
Drone aerial view looking east over the Royal Liver Building dome and Liver Bird statue at Pier Head, Liverpool, with sunlit city skyline and Radio City Tower in the distance at sunrise (53.405584, -2.996617).
Interior view of a church with stained glass windows and wooden pews.
Night view of a light installation during the River of Light festival in Liverpool, with people and buildings in the background.

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Personal Work

A group of women swimming in a body of water during sunset, some wearing hats and gloves. They are enjoying the water, splashing and smiling as they engage in the activity.
People on a beach with arms raised, watching fireworks on Bonfire Night.
Blurred image of people participating in a skinny dip event in the water.
A person walks into the sea, viewed from behind, with seaweed in the foreground and a cloudy sky above.
A close-up shot of a person's body, partially obscured by a flowing red fabric. The person's skin is visible, and the fabric is lit by sunlight.
A life model poses in a gallery space, captured in black and white.
A person with red hair and a nose ring stands in front of the Royal Liver Building in Liverpool, England. The person is wearing a green sweatshirt. The sky is overcast.
A person dressed in Wario cosplay stands in front of a blue brick wall, holding a bag of Doritos.
A person with blue hair and makeup is holding up their shirt at a Pride event. The shirt says 'IM LILY SAVAGE THE BLONDE BARS'.

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Events

Crowd enjoys vibrant light display at illuminated building during nighttime event in urban setting.
A woman playing a harp in a dimly lit setting, with the instrument prominently featured.
A nighttime, long exposure shot of the Royal Albert Dock in Liverpool, England, with a light installation that resembles the aurora borealis projected onto the sky above.
Night view of a light installation during the River of Light festival in Liverpool, with people and buildings in the background.
Performer in striking costume on stage, lit by vibrant purple lights, holding a microphone.
Rock band performing live on stage with dramatic lighting and dynamic energy.
A large spherical installation resembling the sun hangs in the nave of Liverpool Cathedral. People are observing and photographing it.
Night view of Liverpool waterfront with vibrant UEFA Euro 2028 host city lights reflecting on the water.
Black and white image of a woman playing guitar and singing on stage with a dynamic motion blur effect.
A table with candles and flowers in the World Museum Liverpool.

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Portraits

Black and white portrait of a woman with long hair, dramatic lighting against a dark background.
Three people in avant-garde costumes pose dramatically by a floral tree in a monochrome setting.
A person with red hair and a nose ring stands in front of the Royal Liver Building in Liverpool, England. The person is wearing a green sweatshirt. The sky is overcast.
Performer in a dark bodysuit and mask poses on a metal ladder in an industrial setting, showcasing cosplay fashion.
A shirtless man standing in water at night, wearing gloves and a swim cap. A cityscape with lights is visible in the background along a shoreline.
A group of six women posing for a photo in a studio setting.
A person dressed in Wario cosplay stands in front of a blue brick wall, holding a bag of Doritos.
A person with blue hair and makeup is holding up their shirt at a Pride event. The shirt says 'IM LILY SAVAGE THE BLONDE BARS'.
Jim Moir at the Lady Lever Art Gallery
Black and white photo of a man in glasses standing against a brick wall, arms crossed, in a casual pose.

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Drone

Aerial drone photograph of Albert Dock, Liverpool at sunrise showing red-brick Albert Dock warehouses with 'TATE' lettering, the Piermaster's House, moored narrowboats, cobbled quay benches and a retro food van beside the calm River Mersey (53.4017°N, 2.9943°W).
An aerial view of a serene seascape at sunset, featuring calm water reflecting the colorful sky and a distant coastline.
An aerial view of a bridge over a body of water, with boats and mountains in the background. The sky is overcast.
Aerial view of the Floral Pavilion in New Brighton, with roads, beach, and surrounding infrastructure.
An aerial view of a sandy beach with a stone pathway leading to a small structure, with water and small islands in the background under a cloudy sky.
Aerial view of Perch Rock Lighthouse in New Brighton, Wirral, Merseyside, UK, a white lighthouse on a sandy beach with the sea and cloudy sky in the background.
Aerial view of textured sand patterns, captured by a drone.
Drone aerial view looking east over the Royal Liver Building dome and Liver Bird statue at Pier Head, Liverpool, with sunlit city skyline and Radio City Tower in the distance at sunrise (53.405584, -2.996617).
Drone aerial view of Liverpool waterfront at sunrise showing the River Mersey, Pier Head and the Three Graces (Royal Liver Building, Cunard Building, Port of Liverpool Building), a cruise ship moored at the terminal and a passenger ferry travelling on calm water, with the Museum of Liverpool and modern towers in the background on a clear summer morning.
Aerial view of the Cunard cruise liner Queen Mary 2 docked in Liverpool, England, at sunrise.

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Spaces

An aerial view of a serene seascape at sunset, featuring calm water reflecting the colorful sky and a distant coastline.
A decorative wooden bridge with a snow-covered roof spans across a body of water. Surrounding the bridge are trees and shrubs, some areas partly obscured by mist. Ducks are visible in the water beneath the bridge.
A solitary tree with bare branches stands in a foggy landscape, partially surrounded by mist over a field with snow and water. The background shows indistinct shapes and outlines of other trees.
Foggy forest with bare trees and dense undergrowth. Dark and mysterious.
Interior view of an art gallery displaying framed paintings of birds, with a wooden table in the foreground.
Interior view of the Lady Lever Art Gallery, featuring the "Dawn to Dusk" exhibition of bird paintings by Jim Moir. The gallery walls are painted pink, and several framed artworks are displayed.
A view of the Royal Albert Dock in Liverpool, with a building under construction. People are walking on the cobblestone street.
Drone aerial view looking east over the Royal Liver Building dome and Liver Bird statue at Pier Head, Liverpool, with sunlit city skyline and Radio City Tower in the distance at sunrise (53.405584, -2.996617).
An interior shot of an old room with peeling paint and a large window.
Interior view of a church with stained glass windows and wooden pews.

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Swimming

Silhouettes of people standing and swimming in the ocean at night, with illuminated buildings and wind turbines visible in the background.
A person wading into a body of water while wearing an orange swimsuit and a cap, surrounded by fog that obscures the background.
A group of people gathered in a parking lot during sunset, with cars parked around them and buildings in the background. The sky is filled with clouds and has shades of orange and purple.
A group of women swimming in a body of water during sunset, some wearing hats and gloves. They are enjoying the water, splashing and smiling as they engage in the activity.
Nighttime beach scene with people in waves, ship on horizon against lit cityscape and wind turbines.
A group of people swimming in a body of water with a city skyline visible in the background. There is a wind turbine and a lighthouse in the distance, and the scene is characterized by a hazy atmosphere.
A man is swimming in water, appearing to celebrate or express joy. He is shirtless, with one hand raised and the other holding a shoe. Water splashes around him as he moves.
A shirtless man standing in water at night, wearing gloves and a swim cap. A cityscape with lights is visible in the background along a shoreline.
A group of people are wading in the water at sunset. The sun is setting behind them, and the sky is a mix of orange, pink, and purple. The water is calm, and the people are all silhouetted against the light.
People on a beach with arms raised, watching fireworks on Bonfire Night.

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Travel

An aerial view of a serene seascape at sunset, featuring calm water reflecting the colorful sky and a distant coastline.
An aerial view of a bridge over a body of water, with boats and mountains in the background. The sky is overcast.
A decorative wooden bridge with a snow-covered roof spans across a body of water. Surrounding the bridge are trees and shrubs, some areas partly obscured by mist. Ducks are visible in the water beneath the bridge.
A solitary tree with bare branches stands in a foggy landscape, partially surrounded by mist over a field with snow and water. The background shows indistinct shapes and outlines of other trees.
An aerial view of a sandy beach with a stone pathway leading to a small structure, with water and small islands in the background under a cloudy sky.
Aerial view of Perch Rock Lighthouse in New Brighton, Wirral, Merseyside, UK, a white lighthouse on a sandy beach with the sea and cloudy sky in the background.
Aerial view of textured sand patterns, captured by a drone.
Foggy forest with bare trees and dense undergrowth. Dark and mysterious.
Aerial view of medieval architecture in Ghent, Belgium, featuring historic towers and bustling city streets.
Drone aerial view looking east over the Royal Liver Building dome and Liver Bird statue at Pier Head, Liverpool, with sunlit city skyline and Radio City Tower in the distance at sunrise (53.405584, -2.996617).

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Body Positivity

Burlesque performer in colorful lingerie poses confidently on an outdoor stage, embracing body positivity.
Person wearing a cowboy hat performing outdoors with string lights in the background.
Dancer with floral headpiece performs passionately on stage, lit by warm lights.
Performer in vintage attire gestures dramatically on stage, black and white image.
A fat positive cabaret performer on stage at Future Yard in Birkenhead, Merseyside. She is wearing a red bikini and pulling down the straps of her top.
A fat positive cabaret performer in a blue negligee, reclining on a stage, adorned with tattoos.
A close-up shot of a person's body, partially obscured by a flowing red fabric. The person's skin is visible, and the fabric is lit by sunlight.
A life model poses in a gallery space, captured in black and white.
A person walks into the sea, viewed from behind, with seaweed in the foreground and a cloudy sky above.
Blurred image of people participating in a skinny dip event in the water.

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