It’s What I’m Thinking, Part One: Photographing Snowflakes

Released in 2010, Photographing Snowflakes marked the first installment of a planned trilogy titled It’s What I’m Thinking. After a period of relative commercial quiet following his early 2000s peak, Damon Gough (Badly Drawn Boy) returned with a sound that leaned heavily into his chamber-pop and folk influences. Recorded with a focus on intimacy, the album eschews the quirky experimentation of his debut for a more cohesive, mature sonic palette. Critics noted the album's return to form, praising its melodic sincerity and the sophisticated use of strings. It stands as one of the most consistent and atmospheric entries in his discography, capturing a specific mid-career maturity. The record's title perfectly encapsulates its sonic character: delicate, temporary, and meticulously observed. It remains a cult favorite for those who appreciate the intersection of British folk-rock and baroque pop sensibilities.