Showing posts with label Cape Schanck. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Cape Schanck. Show all posts

Friday, June 13, 2025

Cape Schanck Sunset for Sky Watch Friday

 


Cape Schanck, situated on the southern tip of the Mornington Peninsula, is a place of remarkable natural beauty and a favored destination for photographers. While it is particularly renowned for its breathtaking sunrises, I must confess that, on the rare occasions I find respite from work, I struggle to rise at such an early hour. Nevertheless, the allure of the cape endures.

Joel holds a particular fondness for Cape Schanck, in no small part due to its convenient proximity to Melbourne—a mere 45-minute journey under favorable conditions. The walk down the rugged staircase, though physically demanding, offers invigorating exercise and rewards one with sweeping coastal vistas.

Rich in both natural splendor and historical significance, Cape Schanck has long captivated visitors. Its dramatic cliffs, shaped by millennia of wind and sea, stand as silent sentinels over the restless waters of Bass Strait. The iconic Cape Schanck Lighthouse, built in 1859, adds a further layer of charm, bearing witness to the maritime history that continues to define the region.

In all, it is a place where land, sea, and sky converge in a timeless dance—a setting that stirs the soul, whether viewed through the lens of a camera or the quiet contemplation of the heart.


Sony A7RV

FE 20-70mm f4 G



Linking Skywatch Friday

I find myself experiencing a degree of muscle strain, the result of the many walks I undertook throughout Sydney’s central business district. Tomorrow, I shall return home to Melbourne.


Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Pulpit Rock, Mornington Peninsula in low tide for Treasure Tuesday

 



Pulpit Rock is typically characterised by a foreground of turbulent waves in the initial photograph. However, I captured an image where no water was present at all.

Joel was trying to get out of my way for a hot. But too late. 

Sony A7RV

FE 20-70mm f4 G


Linking Treasure Tuesday



Thursday, January 23, 2025

Pulpit Rock, Cape Schanck for Water H2O Thursday

 




 





Pulpit Rock is a place well known to Joel and me. This past weekend, we endeavored to revisit the locale on the opposing side of the peninsula, accessible only during the lowest tide. This area boasts a markedly different rocky landscape. However, our photographic endeavors were frequently disrupted by older gentlemen accompanied by young ladies, prompting Joel to display a rather grumpy demeanor. I found his reaction quite amusing. Regrettably, I did not bring a telephoto lens; otherwise, we might have captured images of these young ladies, who seemed intent on flaunting themselves before our cameras.

With Chinese New Year approaching next week, I shall be assisting my mother in preparing all the traditional rituals and festivities.


Sony A7RV
FE 20-70mm f4 G


Friday, December 6, 2024

Cape Schanck Sunset for Sky Watch Friday

 


This view was via a staircase on the walk down to Pulpit Rock


Sony A7RV

FE 70-200mm f4 G

Linking Sky Watch Friday 






Thursday, October 10, 2024

Cape Schanck Long Exposure for Water H2O Thursday

 


A little touch of twilight light

Sony A7RV

FE 20-70mm f4 G

Linking Water H2O Thursday




Thursday, October 3, 2024

Cape Schanck Long exposure for Water H2O Thursday

 


I have many captures of the region in different light here

Sony A7RV

FE 16-35mm f2.8 GM

Linking Water H2O Thursday








Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Cape Schanck Beach long exposure for Treasure Tuesday

 


The nice whirl in the water

Sony A7RV

FE 20-70mm f4 

Linking Treasure Tuesday





Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Cape Schanck, Mornington Peninsula for Treasure Tuesday

 


Taken last week with Joel. This was a corner that gave me a suprising result.

Joel is now in Sapphire coast joining a wedding. I will have to find things to do on my own this weekend.

Sony A7RV

FE 20-70mm f4 G

Linking Treasure Tuesday





Sunday, September 1, 2024

Pulpit Rock, Cape Schanck, Mornington Peninsula for Sunday Best

 


Last Saturday was my first hike since the quadriceps recovered. To the location again. This time, it is medium high tide. 

Sony A7RV

FE 20-70mm f4

Linking Sunday Best






Tuesday, August 27, 2024

Pulpit Rock for Treasure Tuesday

 


Joel and I went to Cape Schanck on the weekend. It was a good trip that we both got different shots different from the one shown above. It was medium high tide at the location. Joel was almost engulfed by the rogue wave 2 metres above him. It was a shocker

Sony A7RV

FE 16-35mm f2.8 

Linking Treasure Tuesday





Thursday, May 16, 2024

Pulpit Rock Cape Schanck for Water H2O Thursday

 


I have been here many times when Joel and I wondered where to go. Not visiting coast lately as I am busy travelling abroad.

Sony A7RV

FE 20-70mm f4 G

Linking Water H2O Thursday



Thursday, September 7, 2023

Infrared Pulpit Rock Cape Schanck for Water H2O Thursday

 


No long exposure here. Just a quick snap that gives a totally different feel from the frame. 

I am preparing this post as I had 2 failed to show attendances in my clinic this morning. 


Sony A7RIV - modified

Sigma 17mm f4 


Linking Water H2O Thursday




Sunday, August 27, 2023

Pulpit Rock, Cape Shanck, Mornington Peninsula for Sunday Best

 


This shot reflects a time that I was into the soft dreamy look of a landscape. I do ultra long long exposure too. Funny how time has passed. This was taken 2 years ago. 


Sony A7RIV

FE 16-35mm f2.8 GM


Linking Sunday Best




Thursday, February 2, 2023

Pulpit Rock, Cape Schanck, Mornington Peninsula, Melbourne

 


Last weekend, we just had to get out of the house despite a stormy gloomy weather. It was mainly the stairs and steps I want to do to get my metabolism going. 

Spam filter here is getting to me again. So, I am trapped in this never ending gotcha moment proving I am not a robot. Sometimes I do feel that I am a robot in this capitalistic world.


Sony A7RV

FE 16-35mm f2.8 GM


Linking Randomosity





Monday, September 5, 2022

Pulpit Rock, Cape Schanck, Mornington Peninsula, Melbourne

 


Pulpit rock is a basalt type formed by cooling lava. This is a popular location for angling fishing and photographers. Few get hurled out into the sea every year according to the statistics. During high tide, one would be standing at the sea floor scuba diving. 

Coming here is always a challenge. Photographers are like a pack of wolves here. We gonna get our spots like a prized possession. I often browse for stock market news on my phone, squatting on these uneven rock surfaces. 

Did I mention that there were more tourists than the fish in the ocean here?


Sony A7RIV

FE 14mm f1.8 GM


Cape Schanck Mornington Peninsula