Blue

Hill Inlet is a highlight of our trip so far. The lookout gazes down on the ever changing water and sand, with the most amazing colours. We even spotted some stingrays from our vantage point up here. The bright blue water flowing through the sand draws your eye into the image. I could sit and look at this one for hours!

Sometimes you just have to try and try (and try!) again. This is how I felt recently attempting to take this iconic Newcastle scene, but it really was worth it.

Taken at the World Heritage Listed Cape Tribulation, in the Daintree Rainforest this artwork captures exactly what the area is known for, where the Rainforest meets the Reef. Taken by drone this artwork gives you the perfect birds eye view of this perfect part of Australia. 

 Captured from the skies above the unique Lady Musgrave Island, located in the Southern Great Barrier Reef, this image depicts life on the island, pure bliss. 

After a full on day in my Gallery, I was pumped to stop talking about my artworks with people and get out and capture one!

This was my 4th attempt to get a nice Redhead sunset, each previous attempt foiled by nature, people or my own forgetfulness (Apparently I need a tripod to shoot).

I had really high hopes for this evening, there was a strong wind, and interesting cloud formation. I had hoped to get a nice vertical panorama with beautiful lit up clouds overhead.

As sometimes happens though, nature has its own intentions, and I just have to roll with it. This soft cloud glow was the best of the night, as the sun sank into a dense cloud bank before it really had a chance to bring much colour to the clouds.

I used the opportunity to get some muted sand and water colours, brought together by these incredible rock formations and the surf lifesaving tower. The quick moving clouds created a nice soft sky for the tower to stand against.

One summer evening we decided to join friends for a picnic at Warner's Bay. They told us it's usually lovely there for sunset, music, cheese and crackers. But this particular evening there was a storm approaching after a rainy day so the music was cancelled. We convened with our friends and decided to risk the weather and enjoy a night off from working. Ha, who am I kidding, I'm always working when we are out and about at sunset.

We were all sitting there and then all of a sudden we looked at each other and said 'I think the sunset might actually do something interesting'. I left Amanda, Aria and our friends, Erica and Ash and ran to the car to get my gear.

As I set myself up, this young couple perched themselves on the end of the pier, enjoying the moment, each other's company and their love for each other. The sun continued to set and give off these amazing sun rays and light up the sky. The lake was silent, calm and elegant, it matched the mood of this young couple perfectly.

The storm was still getting closer, so not long after this shot we packed up to head home before we got wet. Such a contrast to what was miserable rainy day.

Taken on a blustery winter evening, The warm golden tones of the rocks at the Bogey Hole in Newcastle light up this image.

The rocks were extremely slippery, and I had to take extreme caution when getting to this spot, my backpack lowered down from above by my partner. Getting exactly the right composition was a challenge as the rocks fall away from where I wanted to take my image from. I used the full extent of my 2.5m Tripod to get this, as I sat perched on the rocks waiting for the perfect light.

This image is a panorama, stitched together from 4 full sized images to give me an amazing amount of detail and let me print this really large in beautiful Fine Art quality.

I have been trying to capture this overview of Merewether for many years now, coming back regularly, hoping for the perfect sunset to set the blue colours of the pools off.

I finally captured one recently. The composition requires some dangerous climbing, but it's the only way to get to what I wanted. I set up, perched on a rock ledge on the cliff and waited, patiently hoping that sunset would be a beautiful one, and not a fizzer.

Dark clouds were coming over from inland and I was extremely worried that it would block the setting sun.

I waited it out in the cold wind, sitting cross legged under my camera and tripod. Just as I was getting ready to call it an evening, the clouds on the horizon began to pick up these beautiful pink colours.

To me this image represents life in Merewether for many Novocastrians, as this is how many spend their weekends and days.

Taken at the gorgeous Fingal Bay Spit, in the Nelson Bay region of NSW, this image brings to mind the things that the two separate bodies of water, constantly clashing and joining together can tell each other, and how it speaks of two people talking and sharing ideas, with the sandbar in between representing our individual understandings and beliefs. 

It shows time continuing to pass and how change and movement are required, bringing growth and development. It correlates with bringing peace and happiness to individuals and groups of people in varying situations, whilst keeping some stability and flexibility like the sand.

This amazing geological formation reflects the Milky Way, and the Aurora Australis late at night.

 Up high above Dove Lake, near Marion's lookout, this small alpine pool reflects Cradle Mountain in all it's glory. We didn't make the hike up to the top this time, but there is always another day....

A long exposure smooths the water, as the sun sets over the Tessellated Pavement at Eagle Hawk Neck on the Tasman Peninsula. 

 We reached the top of Wineglass Bay, hoping for an amazing sunset, and as we climbed over the peak and and saw the amazing view, the clouds and rain started rolling across the bay from the far side.  I scoped out the shot composition I wanted, packed the camera away in it's bag, and we settled into our raincoats jackets and umbrellas to wait out the storm and see if something unique could happen. After 20 minutes, we got a break in the clouds and the sunset poked through, allowing me this unique and interesting image, far from the normal blue waters of Wineglass Bay. 

This lone Boab tree sits proud at sunset on the savannah near Derby, WA, Australia

 An amazing natural formation, lit up by the beautiful WA sunset. 

This famous (among photographers) tree stands near the lookout at Binalong Bay. We were here late afternoon on a stormy day and waited and watched as the sunset came over. 

 At Binalong Bay for sunset, I explored down a small cliff and watched as the orange sunset light became brighter and brighter in the clouds and lit the scene. 

Seaweed blooms on the rocks at the Bay of Fires at low tide, while the soft waves run over the rock. 

Early afternoon on a warm day at the Bay of Fires, and this gorgeous scene plays out in front of my lens. The bright blue waters lap at the white sand in this picturesque bay. 

 A calm sunset at the Bay of Fires, as the blue water contrasts the bright orange lichen of the rocks, that give this area it's name. 

A lone Fisherman tries his luck at Bay of Fires, on Tasmania's east coast. 

 The old pylons that once supported this productive jetty strike out into the sea, marching on seemingly endless out to the ocean, in this small northern Tasmanian town. 

The Striking remains of the Bridport Jetty strike out from the shore, seemingly forever into the bay. The shallow sand slides into the blues of the water on this blissful, warm Tasmanian summer day. 

 Our first Tasmanian image, at a free camp near Evandale, on the north of the island. An epic sunset greeted us on our first night off the boat. The peaceful river gurgles along, with trout jumping out occasionally, and platypus swimming below. 

 After capturing this stunning blue water spot from above, I ventured underneath, suspecting that a structured under jetty photo might be possible. I am always on the lookout for these, as the symmetry and leading lines provided by a jetty above can make for a striking image. They are surprisingly rare though! I love the simple colours and beauty of this structure. 

 I have spent a lot of time recently doing unplanned photography, just waiting and stumbling across scenes and places that interest me, rather than seeking them out. Robe Jetty during a bright summers day is one of those. We were exploring the headland on foot, without a camera, when I turned the corner and saw this stunning scene. I quickly trekked back to get the camera and captured the scene. I went on to explore the jetty in other ways, and came up with another, under the jetty shot that stunned me. 

A lucky pass with my drone near Denmark, WA, and I saw this great Australia outlined in rocks and weeds! 

 What a stunning location this is. As you arrive, you park up on the hilltop, and wander down a set of steps, with the magical pool unveiling itself before you. Best seen on a warm summers day, bring your swimmers! Summer is absolutely the mood for this image. 

 What a stunning location this is. As you arrive, you park up on the hilltop, and wander down a set of steps, with the magical pool unveiling itself before you. Best seen on a warm summers day, bring your swimmers! Summer is absolutely the mood for this image. 

 Historians aren't sure where the name Misery Beach came from, most suspect it was due to the whaling industry of the area. The beach is in a secluded spot near Albany, WA and has won the best beach in Australia award recently. The white sand, blue water and idyllic waters lapping at the beach mean the award is well deserved. 

The Elephant Rocks, located near Denmark in Western Australia, are a breath-taking sight during the day. This photo captures a cluster of large, smooth granite rocks that rise out of the ground, resembling the shape of elephants. The rocks are surrounded by lush green vegetation, providing a stark contrast against the natural grey colour of the granite. The sunlight is shining down, illuminating the surface of the rocks and casting shadows that accentuate the unique shapes and textures. The Elephant Rocks are a popular destination for hikers and photographers alike, as the unique geological formation and natural beauty of the area make for a memorable experience. The surrounding area is also rich in history and culture, with many local Indigenous stories and legends surrounding them.

 The Old Jetty at Hamelin Bay rests in the sand, having served it's time well as a timber jetty, whilst the Karri Forests of WA were being cleared and sent to London.  Nowadays tourism is the biggest attraction, with friendly Stingrays that come and swim over your feet.  

 Just near the Most Westerly point of Mainland Australia, right on the Indian Ocean, Shelter Bay is aptly named. Winds plough over the dunes, leaving a little oasis of calm blue water and some campsites.

 An Aerial footage of the incredible Willie Creek, as the blue water wends it's way up into the mud/salt flats, surrounded by Mangroves. This is prime Saltwater Crocodile territory, and you definitely wouldn't go swimming here, but the way that nature's beauty shines in this image captivates me. 

Roebuck Bay stretches to the south of Broome, in Western Australia. This image was taken on our Mavic 3 Pro, this is one of the only spots in the world where Tropical blue water mixes with bright red sand!

Icy cold, feet numb, tripod extended. Standing in the freezing water in Handrail Pool, I loved this composition as the fingers of rock under the water stretch into the next gorge.

Intense colours characterize this amazing spot. Taken in the late afternoon, with sunlight bouncing down the gorge sides, this is some of the coldest water you will find in Australia, instantly numbing the body. I really love the structure of the rocks here as they reflect into the pool.

 One of the intense slot canyons of Weano Gorge. After swimming through Icy water after Handrail Pool, this amazing formation sits, before turning the corner to a whole new vista.

 Willie Creek Pearl Farm near Broome is an excellent spot to come and have a coffee or lunch, as we did this day. Out on a promontory, accessed over a tidal flat they have two ways to get in depending on how high the tide is! We had a peak high tide for this image, which shows as the water is up high over the normal boat ramp. Watch out for Crocs here, the salties live right near by! 

After a long day exploring Litchfield National Park, we jumped into Bulley Rockholes for a relaxing hour. As we were leaving we chanced past this lower pool. After about 10 minutes I managed to get this image, without any people in it! 

In remote Western Australia, near the westernmost point of the Mainland, sits Francois Peron National Park. It's iconic Red dirt, white sand and turquoise waters mean it is a stunning photography destination. 

Such a special place, the sacred art site of Ubirr within Kakadu National Park. Overlooking the floodplains, filled with buffalo. We took a picnic up here and sat and watched the sunset with all the other tourists. I was up here early to nab a good spot, however my preferred framing ended up having about 10 people jump in front of me! 

Luckily after sunset, everyone left, we were the only ones left on the rock with the ranger. The sunset kept going and going, long after it should have finished, letting me capture these beautiful sun rays. 

A stunning sunset at our favourite lookout at El Questro, Branco's Lookout. El Questro is a popular station at the Eastern End of the Gibb River Road, Western Australia. 

 Taken on the shores of the beach at Bremer Bay, Western Australia we just walked out here at Midday and saw the epic colours. I immediately thought, this is it, the most beautiful beach I have ever seen...