Flinders Blowhole Sunset for Skywatch Friday

 

This photograph was taken last weekend. The shutter speed was set slightly slow, producing an effect I found more appealing than that of a long exposure. The sky appeared particularly dramatic, and the waves crashing against the rocks were strikingly turbulent.

Wishing everyone a joyful Easter.

I have ordered a special cake from a boutique pâtisserie — a chocolate mousse delicately enrobed in pear cream — which I look forward to sharing with my mother.

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FE 70-200mm f4 G

Linking Skywatch Friday

Over the past fortnight, I have indulged in viewing all six seasons of Schitt’s Creek. At the outset, the series appeared somewhat clichéd, with a rather uninspired storyline. However, by the third season, it began to reveal a remarkable depth and charm. The romantic arc between Patrick and David, in particular, proved to be both refreshing and heartfelt. Each character was afforded the opportunity for full development, to the extent that, by the series’ conclusion, the actors and actresses felt like dear friends and cherished members of one’s own family. It was with a touch of melancholy that I bid farewell to the show as it drew to a close.

Flinders Blowhole, Mornington Peninsula for Water H2O Thursday

 

Over the weekend, Joel and I made another visit to Flinders Blowhole. We chose this destination due to its relatively short driving distance and our desire to explore a different side of the location. The outcome was satisfactory; I managed to capture several seascapes that I found quite pleasing.

With the Easter holidays approaching, the weather forecast predicts rain and storms. Joel and I had intended to go birdwatching in several nature reserves around Melbourne, but given the conditions, it is unlikely to go as planned. I may simply remain at home and follow the news from the United States.

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FE 20-70mm f4 G

Linking Water H2O Thursday

After enduring a total of eight hours of travel merely to deliver a four-hour lecture, the return journey to Melbourne proved even more exhausting, not least due to an unsettling encounter on the road. I became the target of a distressing incident of road rage: a truck followed me closely for approximately one-third of the journey, only to overtake me abruptly and then proceed to slow down significantly, seemingly with the intent of making my drive as uncomfortable as possible. One is left to wonder—what has become of civility among people?

Flinders Blowhole seascape for Water H2O Thursday

 

I didn’t do much last weekend. This is an older photograph taken at Flinders Blowhole—I particularly like the way the water splashes onto the rocks.

I’ve resumed intermittent fasting in an effort to shed the extra weight I gained while in Taiwan. Work has been quite demanding. To make matters more difficult, I’ve received the unfortunate news that I will once again be losing my capable receptionist. It appears to be a recurring pattern within the corporate structure to dismiss competent staff within a two-year timeframe. One has to wonder—when things are functioning well, why is there a need to remove those who contribute positively?

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FE 20-70mm f4 G

Linking Water H2O Thursday

Flinders Blowhole seascape for Water H2O Thursday

 

This marks another visit to Flinders Blowhole with Joel before my journey to Taiwan to attend to family matters. During our visit, Joel discovered an additional section of this area, featuring numerous sea caves. We plan to explore them further upon my return from overseas.

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FE 20-70mm f4 G

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Flinders Blowhole Sunset, Mornington Peninsula for Sky watch Friday

 

One might find it peculiar that recent posts lack actual images of the blowhole jet. This absence stems from the jet’s current lack of impressiveness or photogenic qualities. Given the coastline's name, it is not feasible to use an alternative title for the post.

The attached image was captured after Joel ascended the stairs and headed back to the car, intending to procure chicken nuggets en route homeward.

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FE 20-70mm f4 G

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I recently viewed the Netflix documentary chronicling the fraudulent activities of Belle Gibson. The narrative was, indeed, profoundly disturbing. When faced with a diagnosis of cancer, one finds that a regimen of natural diet and exercise often proves insufficient in altering the course of the disease. Truly, the unpredictability of human behavior remains a constant source of astonishment.

Flinders Blowhole, Mornington Peninsula for Water H2O Thursday

 

Here are additional photographs captured at Flinders Blowhole, Mornington Peninsula, where I experimented with varying exposure times to capture the sea's motion. The previous week, the weather was rather unsatisfactory, prompting us to venture into more urban settings. Regrettably, we discovered that most abandoned sites had already been transformed into uninviting concrete structures that nobody desires to inhabit.

Joel is planning to attend yet another concert this Friday. His affinity for death metal has been unwavering, despite his persistent attempts over the years to convert my musical preferences to align with his own. Alas, he has not succeeded, as I remain partial to pop and country music, which does not sit well with him. Consequently, our journeys to various photographic locations often descend into silent disputes, with discussions revolving around politics or science.

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FE 20-70mm f4 G

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Flinders Blowhole for Sunday Best

 

Joel and I spent a considerable amount of time attempting to capture the waves on the rock. It was a time-consuming endeavor. Achieving a long exposure for the initial shot posed significant challenges. If there was an abundance of waves, the white section would become entirely overexposed. Additionally, the fast aperture click for the second shot was often hindered by latency, causing us to miss the golden moment. Nevertheless, it was an enjoyable experience, as we were engaged in the art of photography.

On Flickr, I received an invitation to contribute to the Planet Earth project. Selecting images to submit to the group is quite challenging. The majority of images that I favor are cherished not because of their excellence, but due to the memories and experiences associated with each weekend adventure.

Recently, I received the land tax statement via email over the weekend. Quite an inconvenience!

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FE 70-200mm f4 

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Flinders Blowhole Sunset for Sky Watch Friday

 

The suggestion to capture the splash against the backdrop of the sunset was Joel's, given the paucity of intriguing foreground elements at our location

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FE 70-200mm f4 G

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Nearly all the time, it falls upon me to devise new photographic destinations during the weekends. Joel, however, anticipates that I shall undertake the arduous tasks. Nonetheless, he consistently volunteers to drive, thus achieving a semblance of equilibrium in our efforts.

Joel tells me that he is a bit sick of seaside adventures in the heat. So, we will be changing our efforts to metropolitan locations. 

Flinders Blowhole, Mornington Peninsula, Melbourne for Water H2O Thursday

 

For over fifteen years, Joel and I have been endeavouring to pinpoint the exact location of Flinders Blowhole. My initial discovery of this location was through a local photography club, in an era preceding the advent of the digital age. Our reliance on traditional maps often led us astray in the region, resulting in many fruitless excursions devoid of any photographic success.

Last weekend, we embarked on an exploration of a seldom-visited segment of the Mornington Peninsula. Utilising the marvel that is Google Maps, we managed to navigate our way into this region.

However, it was only upon our arrival that we realised we had ventured to an incorrect section of Flinders Blowhole. There exist two other similar tracks leading to different parts of the same shoreline.

Owing to my demanding travel schedule and work commitments in remote Victoria, I have been unable to process all the photographs. Nevertheless, I shall endeavour to share a few with you in due course.

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FE 20-70mm f4 G

Linking Water H2O Thursday

Joel suggested to me that there will be two new Sony lenses coming out. 500-800mm zoom and 16mm f1.8. I want them badly too.