Personal Work
Every moment is filled with impressions. Events have their surroundings, things happen, and sometimes we simply take particular notice when we least expect to see something. Over time we seek out that which others bypass in their everyday lives and find stories to tell.
The following posts are some such moments. Some images were captured in my own time, others on assignment. At times the line between assignments and personal work becomes blurred.
Textures at Jinks Creek Winery in the Bunyip State Forest
Shot late in the evening, I was taken by the movement created created by winds in the valley. New Years images reflect a quieter time atop a hill in Kangaroo ground observing the many celebrations across the breadth of Melbourne
Mia Mia is an Aboriginal Art Gallery located in Westerfolds Park, Templestowe. Aside from an amazing display of art and a great café, the gallery promotes cultural education and is active in the community. These images are a regular gathering … Continue reading →
I’m often asked what sort of photographic stuff I do for myself.I tend to find things just about anywhere and photograph almost anything that takes my interest. I love to challenge myself to look at things differently and place some … Continue reading →
Surrounded by the ordinary, we are unable to see how it is strange. So many times we walk or drive somewhere without ever seeing how beautiful everything is. Going on holidays becomes refreshing when we get out of a routine … Continue reading →
I love these shots. They epitomize what I look for on every assignment – the feelings and character of those involved.
Between ceremony and reception the light was fading fast and with a little time on hand, the surrounds showed themselves at their best.
Sometimes the line between assignments and personal work becomes blurred. At a wedding in the Yarra Valley I was taken by some ‘moments’ during the ceremony and later by the atmosphere created by storm clouds.
Following a wedding on the platform of Belgrave Station, the bride and groom were awaiting Puffing Billy to take them to Emerald. I was struck by the solitude despite a flurry of activity only moments earlier. The railway struck me … Continue reading →
Being evacuated from a wedding in Dixons Creek and spending a smoke filled night in Yea was simply uncomfortable. What stays with me is the sense that everything has changed. Everyones emotions are on display as people react to a … Continue reading →
I’ve had mixed reactions to some of this work. Photographers are taught right and wrong ways to operate their equipment. These are some moments when the rules are broken and then further worked on.
OK, I’ll admit I got bored waiting for a recording session to finish. What utterly fascinated me was the array of buttons, mess of cords, and even the microphone stands looking like soldiers in a row.
Winter nights are great for curling up in front of a fire and beautiful in the solitary quiet of normally busy areas.
These images mostly captured during the early morning. Just as the sun rises over surrounding mountains, fog dances over gently rippling water and the first signs of activity are seen across the lake