Welcome to Desertion Photography
Here is a website dedicated to the beauty and art of abandonment and forgotten places ok the
What originally started as a photo hosting website quickly grew into a reputable group of three who share a passion for exploration and photography. The DesertionPhotography team consists of; Obscurity, Fortknox and Frosty. Along with other enthusiasts our aim is to explore, photograph and document historical, urban and abandoned sites for future reference and to show the often unseen beauty left hidden away from the general public.
Anyone can join the forums and begin posting their images and reports.
DesertionPhotography will accept no responsibility for the behaivour of forum members nor will it be liable for the content of their posts. Any site entered without the correct permission and equipment is not only dangerous but also illegal and we will not condone it on this site.
Please see the following pages to find out about the team and view some of our best photography.
We work closely with other websites and organizations to document and preserve these sites. If you have any questions, comments or would like help with a project or in photographing and documenting a site then please complete the contact form and we will try our best to answer you as quick as possible.
Feed back about the website
eye4image - Mike Avery photography:
"I looked at your site recently & particularly enjoyed viewing your urban images.", "Your images convey your passion, & show you enjoy what you do with your willingness to experiment- keep up the good work."
Photofast - Jason:
"I have had a look at your great website, and will keep your details for future reference."
Why should I register?
You can now register to the website and sign in on each visit.
So what are the advantages of joining the website?
- Create a personal profile on the website
- Communicate with other members
- Comment on photography and view comments when signed in
- Upload your own pictures to members photography
- Receive comments on your own photography
- Join in with trips and events to various sites of interest
- Access parts of the website that may not be available to non-members
- And finally…its free!
Updates and news
20/09/2009 - site is undergoing some updates and changes so please be aware that some pages and links are currently inactive!
29/08/2009 - picture quality on the site seems to be resolved after users experienced problems from 25/07/2009. This was an issue with the service provider!
27/08/2009 - new camera has arrived, Sony a700w/DT18-70mm lens :D
29/07/2009 - Dover castle light graffiti added.
28/07/2009 - camera upgrade is on the way! :D
25/07/2009 - picture quality is poor on the site, i am unsure of why but am trying to resolve the problem and get my pictures showing properly again, i will update once ive sorted the problem, currently the pictures are appearing pixelated!
