Jonathan Whiteland

@chailey.whiteland.net

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Semi-retired IT support/web engineer (mainly WordPress), cyclist, and Mac fanboi. Birmingham, UK. 👨🏻‍💻🏳️‍🌈🇪🇺 He/Him. Also: 🐘 @chailey@tech.lgbt

Close up of a tub of Korean Soy Bean Paste, sitting on a MacMini in front of a pair of monitors.
A vibrant urban scene showing a mix of modern and traditional architecture. In the foreground, people walk and relax around a public square with trees and seating areas. Notable buildings include a red brick structure with large windows and a contemporary glass façade.
A SunJar illuminated at dusk on a windowsill. It sits between a vase of spring onions and a pot of basil. Beyond (through a somewhat dirty window) the lights in the city centre buildings can be seen.
The image depicts an art gallery featuring various artworks on the walls, including portraits and sculptures. Notable pieces include a colorful portrait titled "Meg" and a sculpture of a head. The gallery space is bright, with track lighting illuminating the exhibits.
A Griffin PowerMate plugged into a 2019 MacBook Air (via a USB hub/adapter) under macOS Sonoma 14. On the laptop screen is the Readme for the new driver from James Lockman.
A close-up of a potted birch tree with new green leaves emerging from thin branches. The background features a glimpse of an urban setting through the balcony’s glass balustrade.
A pretty substantial home-made valet stand with several items of clothing draped on it in the corner of a room.
A scenic view along a river lined with blooming white flowers. A pathway runs beside the water, with greenery on either side, and distant boats and trees creating a serene atmosphere.
A screen grab from Google Street View showing a sunny pedestrianised street with signage indication the times of the cycle ban (10am–4pm)
A hotel room with the basin in the room, beyond it is the shower, then beyond that the toilet.
A close-up view of a young hawthorn branch with budding leaves, standing in a pot. In the background, there is a smslll green Christmas Tree and some green bulb leaves, with a wooden deck and a glass railing visible. Urban buildings are seen in the distant background
Two IKEA wooden spice racks sitting on an old workbench: the inverting the wooden ends of the spice racks show that the horizontal bar is lower on the right hand one.
Ice on a canal basin covered with snow. Several narrow boats are moored up. Beyond there are old canalside buildings and a modern tower in the back.
Close-up of wooden pieces demonstrating how one wooden bar is lower than the other. Background features tools and materials, indicating a workshop setting.
Entrance to toilets in a museum. There is a sign on the faux-wood wall in Dutch and English saying "Feel free to the toilet that best suits you"
A poster for the film “Baby”. A young man is lounging asleep on a bed, illuminated by a ray of sunshine
An interior view of a modern museum showcasing prominent architectural features. Multiple levels display colorful artworks along the walls, while visitors walk along the balconies and corridors. The ceiling has a unique, angular design, contributing to the contemporary atmosphere.
A historic windmill stands beside a brick building, featuring a green door and black shutters. The windmill has four blades and a wooden platform at the top, with a cloudy sky in the background.
A view across some pink flowers towards historical buildings on the far side of a formal lake. The sky is blue and the tres are leafless.
An art gallery featuring various artworks, including a prominent orange figure on a yellow background, framed in black (Keith Haring). Other pieces include prints and photographs in muted colors, mounted on white walls. The overall space has a modern aesthetic with well-lit artwork.
A window sill scene featuring a clear vase with spring onions in water, a frosted glass mason jar emitting a soft glow, and a small potted basil plant. The background shows a city skyline at dusk, slightly blurred by a dusty window.
The grand arch over pedestrianised New Street bearing the words "BIRMINGHAM FRANKFURT CHRISTMAS MARKET". A giant LED screen hangs under the arch but it is mostly black and inactive barring a pair of folder icons labelled "LED CONFIG" and "FW_Frankfu..."
View of a silhouetted man standing on Blackfriars Station platform above the Thames with the view down the river towards the city.
A green vertical garden is displayed alongside a walkway - but all the plants on the wall are plastic - with various real shrubs in front of it. In the background, the "Grand Central" sign is visible on top of the shiny station building. People walk along the paved path next to the garden.
A skewed perspective view of a framed print lit by a standard lamp and adjacent to a red curtain. The print is an artistic representation of the repeating windows of Birmingham's Alpha Tower.
Very colourful geometric tiles on both walls of a brightly lit underpass
A Macintosh Classic II (with its keyboard and mouse) sitting on top of a subwoofer beside the end of a cream sofa.
A historic courtyard featuring manicured hedges, potted plants, and a stone building with ornate architecture. Surrounding structures are made of red brick. The sky is overcast, creating a moody atmosphere.
Two people in winter coats at in inside market stall selling meats of many kinds. Between them, a grey plastic shopping trolley can just be seen (and is crudely circled in yellow to make it easier to spot).
The image depicts a construction site featuring a large, rusty metal railway bridge supported in part by scaffolding. A red crane is visible in the foreground, with workers and construction materials nearby. Several cars are seen on the road at the bottom, and trees are present.
The image features the exterior of a gallery named "FORWARD GALLERY," located in a urban setting. The entrance is prominently displayed, with the words "OPEN" visible through the glass doors.
A close-up of a Clivia flowering with vibrant orange and yellow blossoms. The background features long green leaves and a window with red curtains. Soft sunlight illuminates the scene.
A photo capturing a juxtaposition of architectural styles, featuring a classical building with columns on the left and a modern, angular red structure on the right. The sky is bright with scattered clouds.
A view through a circular decorative framework showcasing a modern building against a clear blue sky. The foreground includes a plaza with people walking and biking, as well as greenery and architectural elements in the scene.
An inviting and open-plan living space showcasing contemporary wood-effect LVT flooring throughout, leading towards a striking staircase with a clear glass balustrade, offering a glimpse into the kitchen area.
A workspace featuring two monitors, a Mac Mini sitting on a hard disk, a keyboard, and a mouse on a desk. The wall has framed posters with a “Think different” Apple logo and an original Macintosh startup logo. The whole image is black and white dithered using Atkinson Dithering courtesy of the BitCam app.
A scenic sunny view featuring a train traveling along a railway beside a calm canal. Lush greenery surrounds the area, with a narrow boat moored along the water's edge and pedestrians walking along the tow path. A rainbow lens flare can also be seen.
A stage at Birmingham Pride features a speaker, Peter Tatchell, reading a speech. The backdrop displays colorful graphics, including text with his name and various musical elements. An audience is gathered in front, with some individuals holding flags, including pride flags.
A narrow underground tunnel featuring a colorful wall mural with abstract architectural designs. A person is walking in the corridor, and there is construction fencing and equipment present. The lighting is bright and fluorescent, enhancing the vibrant colors of the artwork.
The image features a variety of potted plants on a balcony. There is a hawthorn sapling in a new terracotta pot, green shoots of spring onions in a window box, a christmas tree in a blue pot showing signs of new growth, and leafy small birch trees beyond. Sunlight casts shadows on the wooden deck.
Screenshot of part of the email: "For more information, FAQs and hints and tips on how to stay safe online visit corporate.marksandspencer.com/cyber-update To give you extra peace of mind, next time you visit or login to your M&S.com account on our website or app, you will also be prompted to reset your password." The first URL is highlighted in blue and underlined; as is the S.com
Two cats are lounging, one a patio, one on the grass. One cat is black with long fur, lying in the foreground, while the other is a fluffy tabby in the background. Both look a little annoyed.
A black, textured plate features seared scallops topped with crispy bacon bits, accompanied by green samphire and a couple of round, gelatinous spheres of apple sauce. The dish is presented with an artistic flair, highlighting the vibrant colors and textures of the ingredients.
A screenshot of the Hyperspace application displaying file statistics. It shows the number of scanned files (953,158), scanned folders (238,050), space-saveable eligible files (24,173), and potential space savings of 30.71 GB (requiring a purchase to actually do the reclaim).
A collage of images showcasing various areas of a home renovation. Highlights include: open cabinet doors revealing electrical components; flooring details with both laminate and wooden planks; a close-up of a shower corner; a bathroom sink cabinet; and a partially open wooden door without a handle.
A colorful, whimsical illustration depicting a bustling Birmingham scene with various buildings, people, vehicles, and landmarks. The artwork features a blend of architectural styles and vibrant colors, showcasing urban life and movement.
An interior view of a room seen through an open doorway, featuring a staircase and a spacious area with light-colored wooden flooring. Natural light enters through a window in the background, illuminating the space.
A close-up of pink and white apple blossoms with budding flowers, set against a canal scene featuring a navy blue narrow boat and greenery in the background.
The image shows an art gallery interior featuring various paintings displayed on the walls. An orange bench is positioned in the center of the room, with a radiator along one wall. The wall displays include a title banner for the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists.
A view from a balcony featuring potted plants, including several leafy birch trees. The background shows buildings, a grassy area, and a road with parked cars.
A bustling city street in Hong Kong, featuring high-rise buildings, neon signs in various languages, and pedestrians crossing the road. The weather appears overcast, adding a reflective sheen to the wet road and pavement.
A panoramic view of Hong Kong's skyline featuring numerous high-rise buildings and a body of water, under a cloudy sky. Green vegetation is visible in the foreground.
A tranquil park scene featuring a pond with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and trees. In the background, there's a traditional Asian-style pavilion and a modern skyscraper looming over the landscape. The atmosphere is serene and natural, with gentle ripples across the pond. Amongst the far trees a sculpture of a Giant Panda is just visible.
A panoramic view of a shopping area designed to resemble a Venetian setting, featuring waterways (with an apparently real gondola moored up), arched bridges, and imitation cobblestone walkways. People are seen browsing shops, with fake blue skies visible above. There are decorative buildings and street lamps adding to the illusion.
A luxurious indoor space featuring a vibrant chandelier surrounded by colorful lighting, reflective floors, and an apparently glass fountain. The background displays the word "GALAXY," with several people walking through the area.
A yellow tram featuring a large portrait of a soccer player with the name "RONALDO" is passing another pink tram in a busy Hong Kong street. Buildings and construction are visible in the background.
A huge construction area with several cranes and partially built buildings is visible, surrounded by urban skyscrapers. The foreground features a reflective water surface, and the sky is overcast.
A man in casual office attire stands beside a trig point on what appears to be a mountain top. There is a yellow direction sign indicating times and distances to two opposite destinations.
A long winding path can be seen on the ridge of the hills receding into the distance. Beyond there is the ocean and a visible large island.
A scenic waterfront walkway lined with trees and street lamps, overlooking a calm river. In the background, tall buildings and a bridge are visible against a clear blue sky. People can be seen walking along the path.