Martin Parr’s photographs are full of wry humour and an affection for the quirkiness of life (Martin Parr, photographer acclaimed for observations of British life, dies aged 73, 7 December). He encouraged ordinary people to observe and celebrate the world around us. A few years ago, I had two photographs published on the Guardian’s letters pages, something that would never have happened to me in a million years had I not been inspired by Martin.
Toby Wood
Peterborough
• I enjoyed the article on getting into the Christmas spirit (2 December). Please can Joel Snape provide a list of the 31 festive films he watches in December? For me, the festive feeling starts when I add the first house to my Marks & Spencer advent village bought in 1998 – and getting out my festive tea towels.
Cathy I’Anson
London
