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SUMMARY
Kyle McDougall returned to North Wales to photograph abandoned slate quarries using large-format film, focusing on sites active from around 1850 to 1920. His deliberate analog process allowed him to uncover historical details, including old tools and a carving dated 1898. A notable discovery was the Blue Lake, a flooded quarry with turquoise water, linked to Sir Arthur McDougall's failed hydroelectric power plan for the nearby town of Fairbourne. McDougall emphasizes that research and patience are crucial for landscape photographers seeking to reveal the history embedded in their locations.
TAKEAWAYS
Large-format film photography used in abandoned North Wales slate quarries.
Discoveries include a 1898 carving and the historical Blue Lake.
The analog process encourages patience and research for uncovering hidden history.
Photographer emphasizes knowing a location's history enhances image-making.