Showing posts with label rocks. Show all posts
Showing posts with label rocks. Show all posts

Thursday, August 21, 2025

Turpin Waterfall, Bendigo for Water H20 Thursday

 


Turpin Falls, not far from Bendigo, remains etched in my memory as one of those rare discoveries that seem almost too wondrous to share. I visited the falls some four years ago, and though I cannot recall quite how I came upon the exact vantage point that day, I remember well the sense of awe as the basalt cliffs opened before me and the water poured in a silver sheet into the deep pool below. The cliffs themselves tell of a distant volcanic age, their dark basalt columns rising like the walls of some vast natural cathedral, while the surrounding country speaks of long habitation by the Dja Dja Wurrung people, for whom this landscape has always held meaning. For over a century, the falls have drawn summer visitors, who would climb down to the base for swimming and relief from the heat, their laughter echoing against the stone. Yet such visits belong now to memory, for the track to the base has been permanently closed, both to preserve the fragile environment and to ensure safety upon those treacherous rocks. In a sense, this loss lends a heightened value to my recollection: a private moment of communion with the wild spirit of the place, both a traveller’s fleeting encounter and a glimpse into the deep natural and cultural heritage of Turpin Falls.


Sony A7RV

FE 70-200mm f2.8 GM


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Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Portsea Back Beach in Mornington Peninsula for Treasure Tuesday

 



At times, once an image is captured, I find it impossible to recreate it again, even when returning to the same location under seemingly similar lighting conditions. For a period, I frequently ventured alone along the shore, experimenting with various shutter speeds and techniques. I persisted in my pursuit irrespective of the weather. These photographs were taken during that time at Portsea—a locale not renowned as a popular tourist destination yet distinguished by its exposed ocean floor at low tide. Though these scenes may not captivate the majority, I hold a profound affection for these two particular images


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FE 16-35mm f2.8 GM

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Thursday, July 10, 2025

Flinders Blowhole Mornington Peninsula for Water H2O Thursday

 


This photograph was taken during our previous excursion to Flinders Blowhole on the Mornington Peninsula, a destination chosen for its proximity to our residence in Melbourne. At the time, Joel and I favoured locations that required only a short drive. Presently, Joel finds himself occupied with visits from his in-laws, who travel frequently from Sydney—ostensibly, he believes, to spend time with their grandchildren. As for myself, I am presently taking a respite from coastal outings, having developed a growing interest in exploring the urban landscape instead.

Sony A7RV

FE 20-70mm f4 G



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Friday, January 31, 2025

Great Ocean Road, Victoria for Skywatch Friday

 


The relentless weathering upon these islands and rocks shall, in time, lead to their complete obliteration. The Bay of Martyr is a delightful locale to which I must certainly return in the future.

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Loch Ard Gorge in Great Ocean Road for Treasure Tuesday

 


It supposed to be a stormy weekend. On Saturday morning, there was a 2-hour cloud break among the thick cumulus clouds. 

I rushed through the routine and driving to a few locations in a hurry. Finally managed to get a few shots both in drones and camera.

Forecast is telling me another week of storms... 


DJ Mini Pro4

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Friday, November 24, 2023

Bridgewater Bay Sunset for Skywatch Friday

 


I have taken sunset shots from this location many times. Each time, the colour and the vibe are different.


Sony A7RV

FE 20-70mm f4


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Sunday, November 19, 2023

Thursday, August 3, 2023

Cape Woolamai Pinnacles in Phillip Island for Randomosity

 


There was this Nikon Guy who tried to stand in front of me while I already set up my tripod in this location. So I had to move forward to get him out of my view. Talking about etiquette 


Sony A7RV

FE 20-70mm f4


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Sunday, June 11, 2023

Montfort Beach, Blairgowrie, Mornington Peninsula for Sunday Best

 


Today though little chance of rain but the sky was completely overcast. Joel rang me saying he was too bored needing to do something. So we came to this same location from 2 weeks ago. This time, it is high tide. It was good for long exposure. The cloud break allows us to see some colours too. 

One Aussie chap was brave enough to enter this water which was pretty much freezing. The torrents were so severe that we thought we could lose him into the sea as well. 


Sony A7RV

FE 20-70mm f4


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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Pink Cliffs, Heathcote

 


This toughness in outback desert reflects the spirit of the regional Australia. I love the look of Pink Cliff in Heathcote where it does not take me long to drive to get to it!


Sony A7RIV

FE 14mm f1.8 GM


Desert pics


Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Gibson Steps, Great Ocean Road

 




It is always refreshing to be around
Sony A7RIV + FE 24mm f1.4 GM

Love the light

Wednesday, June 29, 2022

Heathcote Rocks

 



The rocks in Heathcote are quite striking in deed

Sony A7RIV 

FE 14mm f1.8 GM