Kryal Castle

The imposing entrance to Australia’s only replica medieval castle located in Ballarat. This photo was my entry to the March 2014 Clique photography challenge with the topic being “Building and Monuments”. Medieval Europe is one of my favorite historical era, with the Samurai period of Japan being the other. Kryal castle has been restored back …

City Motion

Picture taken on the Princes Bridge looking towards Flinders Street Station. It captures the motion of the daily hustle and bustle of Melbourne’s people and trams. This was my entry to the Flickr Group “Photos of Stuff” – November 2013 “Motion” challenge. Verge coins (XVG) tips appeciatively accepted on: DJ1UZJbJejm6cbwVmH5xqLVKKWYpo5htNc Whats This?

Stormy Seas

At the Nobbies in Phillip Island, during a windy winters day, the sounds of the waves crashing against rocks was so loud and yet rhythmic it was like natures drums. There were seagulls everywhere foraging for their afternoon feed, and I waited until one of these large waves broke, and when I finally took the …

Bushman’s Hut

At the Ballarat Wildlife park, I noticed this old Hut. In the serene bush, I can just imagine what life could have been like in those days,, no technology, and just the plain old campfire to make you warm. I do enjoy the campfire stories, and the roasted marshmallows over the campfire, though I doubt …

Antique Clock

Experimenting with trying to get a sharp and clear shot of an object, I used an antique clock as the subject of my photo. Our wooden coffee table being my backdrop, it was very much a willing subject. The intricate metal work and the clear clock face made the picture a nice piece and gave …

Morning Walk at the Grampians

During one of the mornings of a corporate strategic conferences at the Grampians, I went for a walk. With the chilly air and slight misty morning, this amazing image was presented in front of me on the walking track. Luckily I had my trusty Mobile phone to capture the morning walk. Verge coins (XVG) tips …

Gentle Cherub

Gentle Cherub

This photo of a Cherub was my very first ever photo taken with an SLR. The SLR was a Pentax *ist DL. Shot with late Sunday afternoon light in the garden, and with a gentle softness added to the picture, it brings about a serene and calming feeling. Hope you enjoy the picture as much …