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24.01.2022 With the arrival of the Nisi Up-Close lens, thought I should have a tinker with some focus stacking. This'll be a handy little addition to my camera kit. Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 100-400mm mk II Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand NiSi (up-close lens, f/13, 300mm, ISO 200, 1/30th second) Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204... Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO Backlight 36L + Filter Hive See more

24.01.2022 Oh those colours a duck dive down and this amazing school of fish stunningly catch the light amongst the most vibrant coral. Location: Legend of Navo Reef InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Tourism Fiji Gear: Canon Australia G7X mk II with WP-DC55 housing External Light: SEA&SEA Underwater Imaging YS-01... Bag: MindShift Gear THINK TANK PHOTO Exposure 15 (on land, duh, of course) See more

24.01.2022 News of the vandalism of That Wanaka Tree in New Zealand has me speechless. Why would someone do something like that? Wanaka was a favourite of my quick South Island trip (so much so we went back on our last day for lunch), and I’ll focus on the beauty and charm of the location. Just a gentle reminder out there too: be kind to each other, especially with such trying international times. That Wanaka Tree, February 2020. Location: That Wanaka Tree, Wanaka, New Zealand 100% Pu...re New Zealand Lake Wanaka Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand NiSi (f/9.0, 16mm, ISO 50, 60 seconds) Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Backlight 36L + Filter Hive See more

23.01.2022 Just after sunrise on my final morning in Port Macdonnell, the Mav took to the skies. I still love looking straight down - and a nice strong filter with soft light (and no wind) allowed for some longer exposures. Location: Cape Northumberland, South Australia South Australia South Australian Beaches Australia.com Gear: DJI Mavic Pro Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand IR ND64... Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Exposure 15 + Mirrorless Mover 30i See more

23.01.2022 After a 10 hour drive to Sydney, a walk around Circular Quay was needed - I’ve never really been this close to the Opera House before and the textures on the sails I find so fascinating. As always, the best camera is the one you have on you, and that was my iPhone X on this wander - captured in Lightroom for a RAW image, and edited on the iPad - first time to be so mobile with editing. And yep, the big camera came out on another wander too.... Location: Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia Sydney, Australia Visit NSW Sydney Opera House Gear: Apple iPhone X

22.01.2022 Cloudless skies in the middle of New Zealand make for spectacular astro conditions. Well, it would be if it weren't for the bright full moon. As the moon started to set behind me, the horizon started to glow, ready for the new day. Sunrise at Tasman Lake, February 2020. Location: Tasman Lake, Mount Cook, Central Otago, New Zealand 100% Pure New Zealand... Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand (f/9.0, 16mm, ISO 50, 0.5 second + 2.5 second + 13 second composite) Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Backlight 36L + Filter Hive See more

22.01.2022 I’m glad I invested in a decent strobe for underwater - but upon reflection have so much I’d like to try. Better go back I guess? Location: Between The Aquarium and Lucy’s Point, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Tourism Fiji Gear: Canon Australia G7X mk II with WP-DC55 housing External Light: SEA&SEA Underwater Imaging YS-01... Bag: MindShift Gear THINK TANK PHOTO Exposure 15 (on land, of course) See more

22.01.2022 The ascent on my third dive, from the Aquarium to Lucy’s Point, we got bombarded with schools of fish swimming all around us. Now with 10 dives in total against my name (so far), and I think I’m hooked. Location: Lucy's Point, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Tourism Fiji Gear: Canon Australia G7X mk II with WP-DC55 housing External Light: SEA&SEA Underwater Imaging YS-01... Bag: MindShift Gear Exposure 15 See more

22.01.2022 So I completed my PADI Open Water Certification in Victoria in late Autumn. And 7mm neoprene with full hood and gloves. In the #southpacific, I went completed 5 x 18m boat dives at InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa wearing just boardshorts and a rashie. Total bliss, and great to have gained some experience in such awesome conditions. ... Now to work through my photos...

22.01.2022 So how did I take all of these selfies? Wireless trigger to my DSLR from my phone (and a smidge of Photoshop to remove it from the shots after I set the countdown and placed it on the mat). Of course, I needed to set the focus first, so, um, yeah. Location: Point Cook, Victoria, Australia Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 50mm f/1.8mm STM

22.01.2022 Melbourneites - not sure if you noticed, but it kinda rained a little yesterday afternoon. OK, OK, not a little, a lot. Under the protection of the alfresco roof, lying on the deck, heavy tropical rain just falling, lightning flashing, thunder booming (and the back yard starting to flood a smidge), the telephoto was in action. Location: Point Cook, Victoria Visit Melbourne Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

22.01.2022 Ready for a snorkel in a spring-fed, limestone-filtered, crystal-clear, 15 degree freshwater pond.

21.01.2022 Even Canon Australia like the look of Zack Cat

21.01.2022 Bells Beach, in the dark, with not a soul around. But as it got closer to dawn, the surfers arrived, and one by one, ventured out. Location: Bells Beach, Victoria Destination Surf Coast Great Ocean Road Visit the Great Ocean Road Visit Melbourne Australia.com Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL... Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Rotation180 Horizon + Filter Hive See more

21.01.2022 Looking through some of my unprocessed images, and stumbled upon this 90 second long exposure from April 2019. I think it deserved my attention for some processing using a different editing workflow. 2019 has been a bit rough mental health wise, and April was a particularly dark time for me. A storm was starting to blow in, and while on the ground was relatively calm, the clouds did get whipped up. A bit like how I was at the time. Location: Werribee River, Victoria, Austr...alia Experience Wyndham Visit Melbourne Australia.com Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 10 stop ND, 3 stop soft GND Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Exposure 15 + Filter Hive See more

21.01.2022 After the smoke and the storms yesterday, did you catch the sunset last night? It was bright, and colourful, and yet eerily hazy all at the same time. Location: Point Cook, Victoria Experience Wyndham Visit Melbourne... Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO BackLight 36L + Filter Hive See more

20.01.2022 To do for next time: more close ups. Those textures! Location: Between Wahu Wall and The Labyrinth, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Tourism Fiji Gear: Canon Australia G7X mk II with WP-DC55 housing External Light: SEA&SEA Underwater Imaging YS-01... Bag: MindShift Gear THINK TANK PHOTO Exposure 15 (on land, duh, of course) See more

20.01.2022 Those light fluffy clouds do it for me every time. Especially as the sun starts to set. Right now it's grey and cloudy, but blue skies are never far away. Location: Werribee South, Victoria, Australia Visit Melbourne Experience Wyndham Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 4 stop reverse GND... Bag: MindShift Gear rotation180 Horizon + Filter Hive Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 with K30 ball head See more

20.01.2022 One last post for 2018. Instead of looking back over the year, I want to look forward in to the next year. I want to still see the best in people - but not be used or taken advantage of in the process. I want friends to live up to that label - and spend my energy on meaningful two-way relationships (and let go of those holding me down). ... I hope to get a handle on management of my anxieties and depression - and I would love to have someone ask is everything OK when things aren’t OK. I want to be less invisible, be bolder, be included, be noticed, and be thought of - all the while being true to myself. I want to find my own happiness - happy times, happy places, happy experiences - and be able to share these with others too (and have my efforts and energies appreciated and reflected). I want to have learned from 2018, and bring it on in 2019. Location: Cape Northumberland, South Australia South Australia South Australian Beaches Australia.com Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 4 stop RGND Bag: MindShift Gear THINK TANK PHOTO Exposure 15 + Filter Hive

20.01.2022 Fog. So much fog. Such thick fog. But you get to the coast and it opens up. After a foggy drive, a warm glowing amber sunrise and knee deep surf, it was time to take to the skies. Location: Bells Beach, Victoria Destination Surf Coast Great Ocean Road Visit the Great Ocean Road Visit Melbourne Australia.com Gear: DJI Australia and New Zealand Mavic Pro Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand ND64... Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Rotation180 Horizon See more

19.01.2022 Christmas Day, 2019. Location: Terrigal, Central Coast, New South Wales Central Coast Council Australia.com Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204... Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear BackLight 36L + Filter Hive See more

19.01.2022 Because who doesn’t like bamboo? Being an ex-Adelaide boy, a trip to the zoo is always welcome, especially when there are pandas! Location: Adelaide Zoo, South Australia Adelaide Zoo South Australia... Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO Exposure 15 See more

19.01.2022 18m underwater at the base of the reef through the canyons and amazing structures. This was my favourite dive of the trip. Location: Between Wahu Wall and The Labyrinth InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Tourism Fiji Gear: Canon Australia G7X mk II with WP-DC55 housing External Light: SEA&SEA Underwater Imaging YS-01... Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Exposure 15 (on land, duh, of course) See more

19.01.2022 I was always taught as a kid not to look directly at the sun. So when you turn the other way, you see this. Location: The Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia Great Ocean Road Visit the Great Ocean Road Visit Melbourne Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 3 stop RND... Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Exposure 15 + Filter Hive See more

18.01.2022 An amazingly amber sunrise on the Great Ocean Road from December 2017. Re-visiting the not-yet-processed list with a new workflow. Must say I’m a bit chuffed with the results. Location: The Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia Visit Melbourne Visit the Great Ocean Road Australia.com... Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 4 stop RGND Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Rotation180 Horizon + Filter Hive See more

18.01.2022 As a kid, I spent many a holiday down at Port Macdonnell, thanks to mum’s Mount Gambier heritage and my uncle’s home down at Cape Northumberland. I was so excited that Christmas 2018 was hosted down there, and I could take my cameras with me - and started playing with some panoramic stitching from the Mavic Pro. The coastline down there is amazing - and had absolutely amazing conditions every single day. Location: Cape Northumberland, South Australia South Australia South A...ustralian Beaches Australia.com Gear: DJI Mavic Pro Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand IR ND64 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Exposure 15 + Mirrorless Mover 30i See more

17.01.2022 Not all sunsets are golden. Location: Momi Bay, Fiji Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 3 stop ND + 3 stop soft RGND... Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Exposure 15 + Filter Hive See more

17.01.2022 Simple is sometimes best. Location: Bobbing around near Oasis/Base Jump waiting for the boat, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Tourism Fiji Gear: Canon Australia G7X mk II with WP-DC55 housing External Light: SEA&SEA Underwater Imaging YS-01... Bag: MindShift Gear THINK TANK PHOTO Exposure 15 (on land, duh, of course) See more

16.01.2022 Sometimes an overexposed shot lends itself to be a keeper. This was while I was chilling out at my safety stop depth on my final dive, looking back towards the reef. Location: Between Oasis and Base Jump, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Tourism Fiji Gear: Canon Australia G7X mk II with WP-DC55 housing External Light: SEA&SEA Underwater Imaging YS-01... Bag: MindShift Gear THINK TANK PHOTO Exposure 15 (on land, of course) See more

16.01.2022 Long time, no post, hey? Yeah I’m here just between the day job, being crook, training in my fifth Les Mills program plus usual teaching schedule (and covers), I’ve just not had the time to get out. But coming home after covering a class today, someone was on top of the bookshelf having a little snooze and was just too cute, I couldn’t resist. This is Zack, one of my rescues, who’s now 4. He’s my shadow, following me around the house, and he must get his morning cuddles in ...before he finds a spot for his morning snooze, and then as soon as I’m on the couch in the evening, he’s on my lap falling asleep. He really loves his dad. He’s also a little monster, stalking/biting/pouncing/licking his older brother Toby (who just wants to sleep and chill, 5 years old going on 50), runs around the house for no reason (with some charming sound effects), and gets insanely demanding anywhere from 2:30 to 3:00pm for his dinner. Monster aside, he’s just so cute too! He loves his belly rubs, paws being played with, has fun with a little wrestle and nibbling fingers. Plus, licking the dad’s sweaty salty forehead after a gym session.

16.01.2022 Oh that’s right... I forgot about these images over Christmas, while down in the South East of South Australia, I went for a snorkel at Ewens Ponds - crisp water temperature, but such astounding clarity. I spent my time in the first pond only, but would love to venture down the canals in to the next two ponds too - or even dive here. Location: Ewens Ponds, South Australia South Australia Australia.com Gear: Canon Australia G7X mk II with WP-DC55 housing External Light...: SEA&SEA Underwater Imaging YS-01 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Exposure 15 See more

16.01.2022 I've had some questions about my bag choice recently - such as "how can you use a bag underwater?". Hence the note after the bag selection - the bag is *above* the water. But I did have a new bag on this trip, and one I've fallen in love with. I do love my Rotation backpack - and it's really big so can fit all of my gear. But when I'm only going for a short walk (i.e. some seascape locations, sunsets such as Fiji), it's a huge thing to have on your back. So I was on the look... out for something smaller - but still roomy. MindShift Gear (THINK TANK PHOTO) released their Exposure bags recently, and I'm using the larger 15 version which I have loved. It's waterproof, and can hold all of my gear - and, the best bit, it allows the MindShift Gear Filter Hive to be attached to the end, which I use for my 100x150mm filters on my land-based camera. And, well, besides that Fijian sunset, and a tall 6'4" guy squatting in the greenery, the bag looks rather nice there too, hey? These guys make some seriously top camera gear.

16.01.2022 And another test with a simpler subject a five-image focus stack of my LEGO buddy here with the Nisi Up-Close lens. Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 100-400mm mk II Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand NiSi (up-close lens, f/7.1, 135mm, ISO 400, 0.6 seconds) Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204... Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO Backlight 36L + Filter Hive See more

15.01.2022 Been fighting a bugger of a cold for the past two weeks (and still going...), so have been indoors and keeping warm. Speaking of warm... Location: Natadola Bay, Fiji InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 4 stop soft RGND... Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO Exposure 15 + Filter Hive See more

15.01.2022 Recently I’ve felt like I’ve been drowning suffocating totally overwhelmed. I think the coastline gets what I mean. Location: Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia Great Ocean Road Great Ocean Road, Australia Visit the Great Ocean Road Visit Melbourne Australia.com... Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 3 stop soft GND Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Exposure 15 + Filter Hive See more

15.01.2022 While in Fiji, I added 5 open water dives to my tally, and was still itching to get in the water on the day we flew out, so stayed on the surface and went snorkelling instead. Nothing beats those warm tropical waters. Location: Legends of Navo reef, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Tourism Fiji Gear: Canon Australia G7X mk II with WP-DC55 housing External Light: SEA&SEA Underwater Imaging YS-01... Bag: MindShift Gear Exposure 15 See more

15.01.2022 This is Matt, another open water diver who was on a number of my dives, and such a small world - staying at the Club, and also from Melbourne. He was good company to have on the boat out, as well as pose it up for the camera (even if he didn’t know it at the time). I think the locals thought we were nuts - I was just in board shorts and a rashie, and Matt just in his shorts. But compared to Melbourne’s sharp winter temperatures, that South Pacific water was simply sublime. ...Location: Between Wahu Wall and The Labyrinth, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Tourism Fiji Gear: Canon Australia G7X mk II with WP-DC55 housing External Light: SEA&SEA Underwater Imaging YS-01 Bag: MindShift Gear Exposure 15 See more

15.01.2022 Those light fluffy clouds do it for me every time. Especially as the sun starts to set and that golden light hits the spot. Location: Werribee South, Victoria, Australia @visitmelbourne @experiencewyndham Gear: @canonaustralia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: @nisifiltersaustralia v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 4 stop reverse GND... Bag: @mindshiftgear rotation180 Horizon + Filter Hive Tripod: @siruiaustralia W2204 with K30 ball head #amazingausnz #seascapegram #longexposure_shots #longexpo_addiction #longexposure_world #exceptional_pictures #ig_australia #ig_divineshots #igdsmember #got__greatshots #igworld_global #Loves_United_Australia #worldmastershotz_australia #aussie_images #nature_wizards #amazing_longexpo #raw_waters_ #igworldclub_longexp #bd_pro #longexpoelite #australialongexposure #mint_shotz #photographyworld #ig_underdogz #aussiephotos #Wow_Australia2018 #worldmastershotz_australia #ig_jettylove #visitmelbourne #experiencewyndham See more

14.01.2022 No, you're not seeing double. On further reflection, the image needed a tweak in editing, so have re-posted. Early birds get the worm. And get rained on. But then get moments like this. November 2019. Location: Cape Northumberland South Australia Australia.com South Australian Beaches... Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand NiSi (f/9.0, 16mm, ISO 50, 240 second exposure) Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO Exposure 15 + Filter Hive See more

14.01.2022 Did you remember to bring insect repellant? Make sure you do when you explore the Blue Pools in Otago - it means this amazing location can have your undivided attention. Fun fact shooting a longer exposure on a suspension bridge with constant foot traffic is surprisingly challenging but finally had 1 second of stillness for this shot. February 2020.... Location: Blue Pools, Otago, New Zealand 100% Pure New Zealand Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand NiSi (f/9.0, 50mm, ISO 50, 1 second) Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Backlight 36L + Filter Hive

13.01.2022 Remember me? I know, it's been a while... between work, illness and mental health, it definitely has been more than a while. Even though this was shot on Christmas Morning, 2018, processing in July is better late than never. I may not have been shooting recently, but have been working on some different processing skills, and this was today's learning project.... What do you think?

13.01.2022 So the 4am alarm on weekends still works, for a drive down to the Great Ocean Road and caught up with the company of SeeSea Images for some wet feet and incoming tide. It’s been over two months since I’ve been shooting due to health, so great to get out again. Location: The Great Ocean Road, Visit the Great Ocean Road Visit Melbourne Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 4 stop... soft RGND Bag: MindShift Gear THINK TANK PHOTO Exposure 15 + Filter Hive See more

12.01.2022 After a weekend in Brisbane for work, it was a me day at Movie World. And riding this beast of a rollercoaster. Absolutely amazing experience, and such a gorgeous sun-filled day to be out and about, especially with the striking pinky-purple track against the brilliant blue sky. Queensland really put it all on for me. Location: Warner Bros. Movie World - Gold Coast, Australia Destination Gold Coast Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com rcdb.com Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L

12.01.2022 The guides kept asking if I wanted a wetsuit. No, no, rashie and boardshorts are superb - the water is so warm. Meanwhile, the (local) guides rug up in their full body wetsuits given it’s winter, and so cold. And 30 degrees out in the air. Location: Between The Aquarium and Lucy’s Point, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Tourism Fiji Gear: Canon Australia G7X mk II with WP-DC55 housing External Light: SEA&SEA Underwater Imaging YS-01... Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Exposure 15 (on land, of course) See more

11.01.2022 Because under the water, this place is totally insane. Limestone-filtered, crystal clear and stunningly blue water, and then when the sun comes out, *bam*, the flora just lights up with the most luminous greens. Location: Ewens Ponds, South Australia South Australia Australia.com Gear: Canon Australia G7X mk II with WP-DC55 housing External Light: SEA&SEA Underwater Imaging YS-01... Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Exposure 15 See more

11.01.2022 Back home in Adelaide, and another morning drive down to Port Willunga - visiting for Ali's wedding. And what a day it was - starting with this amazing colour, and finishing with the celebration of a wedding - let's hope your life with your hubby is as magically colourful as this. Location: Port Willunga, Adelaide, South Australian Beaches South Australia Australia.com Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Exposure 15 + Filter Hive

11.01.2022 The night before, the cloud forecast could go either way - be delightfully light and bright, or be bogged down with some low cloud. It turned out to be the latter - very low cloud - but gave the most amazing glowing colours. On the left you can see the glow from the Majestic Princess working her way through the harbour coming in to dock. Location: Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia Sydney Opera House Sydney, Australia Visit NSW Australia.com Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk... IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 3 stop soft ND Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO Mindshift Gear Exposure 15 + Filter Hive See more

10.01.2022 As we head through May, we are starting to get those frosty nights, but the days are glorious - like today, full of sunshine. Just like this bee, out and about doing their thing and (I am assuming) enjoying their time in the sun, I’m off to get some Vitamin D myself with some yoga on the deck. Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 100-400mm mk II Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand NiSi (up-close lens, f/5.0, 135mm, ISO 320, 1/1000th second) Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Backlight 36L + Filter Hive

10.01.2022 It’s not every day that you get to hang out with your dad (who lives interstate) and shoot the clear night sky away from the city lights. Who cares if it isn’t the right time for the Milky Way? I feel so privileged to spend two hours on a gorgeous November night with my dad at this place that means so much to my family. I’m a total novice at astro, but did want to try something - so this is actually six frames blended in Photoshop to help with noise. Really impressed with... the technique, and definitely keen to try again. Location: Cape Northumberland, South Australia South Australia Australia.com Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO #MindShiftGear Exposure 15 + Filter Hive

09.01.2022 Wednesday mornings sees me teach a 6am class at the gym. At this time of year, heading back home after class, it’s still dark. Not dawn. Dark. But there was a smattering of colour on the clouds this morning, an hour before sunrise, so got home and raced to the bay. And boom did that colour shine! Location: Werribee South, Victoria, Australia (Visit Melbourne Experience Wyndham) Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and... New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 4 stop reverse GND Bag: MindShift Gear Exposure 15 + Filter Hive Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 with K30 ball head See more

09.01.2022 Flicking back to February 2020, and such an incredible (yet brief) trip across the ditch... including a ride up the Shotover Canyon on a Shotover Jet boat. Such an insanely cool experience (and can’t wait to head back again, soon hopefully). Shotover River, Arthurs Point, February 2020. Location: Shotover Jet, Queenstown, New Zealand 100% Pure New Zealand Shotover Jet Queenstown NZ Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L... Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Backlight 36L + Filter Hive See more

09.01.2022 Remember me? Oh yeah, that guy who hasn’t posted in a while. I’m here, I’m here... I’ve been away for a much needed break. One that involves Fiji, diving and cocktails. Did you miss me?... InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Canon Australia Geelong Dive Centre

09.01.2022 Fiji in winter is still warm - even when the rain comes. This is the view at Momi Bay while eating breakfast, with a bit of rain and thunder to come. But even with the wet, it’s still beautiful. Location: Momi Bay, Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay Tourism Fiji... Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 3 stop soft GND Bag: MindShift Gear Exposure 15 + Filter Hive See more

08.01.2022 It hasn’t been the best year, but we already knew that, right? Looking back at a wet and stormy morning in November 2019. I do look forward to being able to go out and shoot again. Soon, hopefully. Location: Cape Northumberland South Australia South Australian Beaches Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand (f/9.0, 19mm, ISO 50, 50 second exposure)... Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO #MindShiftGear Exposure 15 + Filter Hive See more

08.01.2022 Took a detour on Friday while out for work couldn’t resist a quick walk to the Haystacks just as that golden light started to land I love the coast here, and even if all I had on me was my iPhone, snapped a frame or two using Lightroom to get that RAW detail. Location: Torquay Victoria, Australia Destination Surf Coast Visit Melbourne Australia.com Visit the Great Ocean Road Great Ocean Road Gear: Apple iPhone X

08.01.2022 A warm night, a decent (yet not too high) incoming tide, forecast for high cloud, calm winds and a civil post-7am sunrise time. Yep, everything lining up to forfeit a sleep-in in exchange for a drive down to the coast for a morning getaway. How’s your Sunday treating you? Location: Torquay, Victoria Destination Surf Coast Great Ocean Road Visit the Great Ocean Road Visit Melbourne Australia.com... Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 4 stop RGND Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO Rotation180 Horizon + Filter Hive See more

08.01.2022 Between the incoming waves and outgoing flow, there were moments of stillness. And still managed to keep my feet dry too. Location: Cape Northumberland, South Australia South Australia South Australian Beaches Australia.com Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 4 stop RGND... Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Exposure 15 + Filter Hive See more

07.01.2022 An incoming tide, wet feet, rocks and water. Not every sunrise needs to be wow-bang to make me happy. Location: The Great Ocean Road, Great Ocean Road Visit the Great Ocean Road Visit Melbourne Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 4 stop soft RGND... Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO Exposure 15 + Filter Hive See more

07.01.2022 Nearly an hour before sunrise, the clouds started to get their coloured highlights. I changed my camera from looking at the stars behind me, and turned to just watch that colour grow. And it just kept growing. Location: Bells Beach, Victoria Destination Surf Coast Great Ocean Road Visit the Great Ocean Road Visit Melbourne Australia.com Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 4 st...op RGND Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO Rotation180 Horizon + Filter Hive See more

07.01.2022 With my camera repaired and returned to me (sadly a sensor fault, but yay for warranty), a new bag to try out (PS, it’s a comfy convenient keeper) and a new jacket to face the winter chill, it was time to head to the beach. Yes, when it is 5 degrees outside, why not? With some swift moving clouds, there was a brief window where the pastels shone through. Location: Torquay, Victoria, Australia Torquay, Victoria Destination Surf Coast Visit Melbourne... Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 4 stop reverse GND Bag: MindShift Gear Exposure 15 + Filter Hive Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 with K30 ball head See more

05.01.2022 Images look good on screen - but look stunning in print. In case you didn’t realise, Christmas is coming - maybe someone you know has an empty space on the wall? Prints are made-to-order, and also available as amazing ready-to-hang acrylics - message me for a quote!

04.01.2022 Minutes is all it takes. This is 3 minutes later than the image I posted yesterday. Side note - the 11 minutes following this got more and more spectacularly insane with colour, so yep, there's still more to come. But look at how the colour can develop from a hint of purple to totally igniting the sky. Location: Port Willunga, Adelaide, South Australian Beaches South Australia Australia.com Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters... Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 3 stop ND Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Exposure 15 + Filter Hive See more

04.01.2022 Who said good things don’t happen at the gym? Monday nights I teach a double group fitness class at Goodlife Health Clubs Point Cook - Mondays are Les Mills Asia Pacific BODYBALANCE and Les Mills Tone. And walking out the gym after class, see this amazing colour. Best camera is the one you have, right? Out comes the iPhone Location: Goodlife Point Cook, Victoria, Australia... Gear: Apple iPhone X See more

03.01.2022 Today is a celebration of who you are - whether you’re in Sydney or not. I’m not in Sydney, but I’m incredibly proud of who I am. I’m so grateful to be surrounded by those who accept me for who I am, exactly as I am, no questions asked. These are the keepers. And they’re out there for you too. Be proud. Be inclusive. Be loving. Be yourself. Be Fearless. #BeFearless Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras... Location: Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia Sydney.com Visit NSW Australia.com Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO MindShift Gear Exposure 15 + Filter Hive

03.01.2022 Tumbling backwards off the dive boat in to the water is an experience. Then starting your descent and just looking out at such an immense space as you slowly sink. It’s funny - above the surface, we’re used to space and think nothing of it. But there’s something really striking and mysterious about that endless space underwater. Location: Between Oasis and Base Jump, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Tourism Fiji Gear: Canon Australia G7X mk II with WP-DC55 housing... External Light: SEA&SEA Underwater Imaging YS-01 Bag: MindShift Gear THINK TANK PHOTO Exposure 15 (on land, of course) See more

03.01.2022 Not quite sure what I want to say about this image. This location, this day from November 2019, the reason for being there means a lot to me that’ll have to do. Location: Cape Northumberland South Australia South Australian Beaches Australia.com Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand NiSi (f/9.0, 16mm, ISO 100, 120 second exposure)... Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 Bag: THINK TANK PHOTO Exposure 15 + Filter Hive See more

02.01.2022 The colours on this coaster are absolutely stunning - especially against Queensland’s stunning azure skies. I am so fascinated with the shapes and patterns made by the tracks and supports. Not to mention this insane coaster element - the non-inverting loop I can't wait to go back! Location: Warner Bros. Movie World - Gold Coast, Australia Destination Gold Coast Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com... Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L See more

02.01.2022 A blustery winters day needs a throwback to a golden Autumn sunset. But I must admit, I still love the beach in winter - just with a few more layers. Location: Point Lonsdale, Victoria, Australia Visit Melbourne Visit Geelong and The Bellarine Destination Bellarine Destination Surf Coast Gear: Canon Australia 5D mk IV with Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L Filters: NiSi Filters Australia and New Zealand v5 holder, Enhanced CPL, 4 stop reverse GND... Bag: MindShift Gear rotation180 Horizon + Filter Hive Tripod: Sirui Australia W2204 with K30 ball head See more

01.01.2022 Do you have a wall that could house a 30x40cm Marty Friedel framed image? Maybe your office needs a brighten up? Desk-sized images are available too. Running a trial of some framed images - but be quick, frames are limited!

01.01.2022 This was my favourite dive - my second of the trip. It was first thing in the morning, and saw some amazing reef canyons at 16m deep. I couldn’t help but look up from time to time. Location: Between Wahu Wall and The Labyrinth, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Tourism Fiji Gear: Canon Australia G7X mk II with WP-DC55 housing External Light: SEA&SEA Underwater Imaging YS-01... Bag: MindShift Gear THINK TANK PHOTO Exposure 15 (on land, duh, of course) See more