Structure and setting are, I think, the two main factors that determine the extent to which a church is photogenic, though light, of course, is capable of overriding all other considerations and can transform the mundane into the magical. St Peter and St Paul at Algarkirk has a fine structure courtesy of the original medieval builders and a sensitive restoration by the Victorians.The cruciform shape is complemented by mellow stonework, repeated and individualistic window tracery, battlements a-plenty and a short, culminating spirelet. Perhaps the tower could do with being wider, but apart from that it is a fine example of English church architecture. Its setting is typical of Fenland churches - a small village location, a surrounding churchyard, and plenty (but not too many) mature trees. Add a lovely May sky with soft, dishevelled clouds and you have all a photographer could ask for.
photo © T. Boughen Camera: Olympus OMD E-M10
