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“Photography: Painting and Drawing with Light”
INTRODUCTION
During my photography adventures over the years with my hubby throughout the State of Victoria – Australia, I have photographed many images which strongly feature trees. Trees whether in gardens, lining country or suburban streets, whether lining parcels of land of farmers, or trees that are found in forests and reserves – all serve an important part of our natural world. They are the homes of many animals, birds and insects, they deserve our respect and need our help to be protected.
As a landscape photographer, trees are an important focal point in any photograph. Some help to frame the image and others offer different colour and shape contrast. They can be stark and barren, lush and green with plentiful leafing; they can arrear like statues or sculptures upon the landscape or within a garden scene. They can be towering in height like giant monsters or like delicate ballerina’s dancing in the wind, and at times appear like ghostly figures in mist and fog. Some show signs of suffering from fire, floods, high winds and human degradation. A tree isolated can appear lonely and sad, but when they stand together they then appear like an impenetrable army that can be overwhelming, and leave us feeling small and insignificant! All these attributes of trees help to tell a visual story about the location in which they feature. They are life-sustaining, survivors, they are magnificent…
Please find here below a small selection of trees I have photographed over the years…
Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Beautiful lighting with small hallow of land surrounded by gum trees
Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Rainy Day Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018
Mickleham, Victoria – Australia ‘Sunset over Farmland’ Photographed by Karen Robinson NB All images are protected by copyright laws_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com December 11, 2017 Comments: Beautiful summer evening photographing the sunset during the ‘golden hour’. It was quiet and the air fresh; I found myself completely immersed in my creativity.
Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Rainy Day Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018
Gooram, Victoria – Australia ‘Seven Creeks Wildlife Reserve’ Photographed by Karen Robinson Dec 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com NB. All images are protected by copyright laws. Comments: We stopped for lunch amongst the tranquil surroundings of the Seven Creeks and view the Gooram Falls.
Daylesford Region, Victoria – Australia_ Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com June 2017. Comments: Husband and I visiting the region to take photographs on this beautiful, fresh winter’s day.
Seaview Region, Melbourne – Australia “Grand Ridge Road Region” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com October 17, 2017. NB: Day trip with hubby to visit this beautiful region at its best when all is green before the summer turns it brown.
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bushlands. Featuring Californian Red Woods at Beech Forest.
Hesket, Victoria – Australia ‘Sanatorium Lake’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bushlands. Featuring Erskine Falls region at the Great Otway National Park.
Elsternwick, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com_September 10, 2017 Comments: My hubby and I with the Craigieburn Camera Club at Rippon Lea House and Gardens. “It is one of Australia’s finest grand suburban estates and the first to achieve National Heritage Listing, recognising its unique significance. The historic mansion is located within a vast pleasure garden of sweeping lawns that cover more than 14 acres and features a windmill, lookout tower, heritage orchard, lake, waterfall, fernery and more!” Photograph featuring old tree.
Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Beautiful lighting with small hallow of land surrounded by gum trees
Elsternwick, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com September 10, 2017 Comments: My hubby and I with the Craigieburn Camera Club at Rippon Lea House and Gardens. “It is one of Australia’s finest grand suburban estates and the first to achieve National Heritage Listing, recognising its unique significance. The historic mansion is located within a vast pleasure garden of sweeping lawns that cover more than 14 acres and features a windmill, lookout tower, heritage orchard, lake, waterfall, fernery and more!” Photograph featuring garden looking over lake.
Blackwood, Victoria – Australia ‘Shaws Lake – Lerderderg’_Photographed by Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com_Feb 2017
Seaview Region, Melbourne – Australia “Grand Ridge Road Region” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com October 17, 2017. NB: Day trip with hubby to visit this beautiful region at its best when all is green before the summer turns it brown.
Elsternwick, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com September 10, 2017 Comments: My hubby and I with the Craigieburn Camera Club at Rippon Lea House and Gardens. “It is one of Australia’s finest grand suburban estates and the first to achieve National Heritage Listing, recognising its unique significance. The historic mansion is located within a vast pleasure garden of sweeping lawns that cover more than 14 acres and features a windmill, lookout tower, heritage orchard, lake, waterfall, fernery and more!” Photograph featuring very old tree surrounded by flowering bulbs.
Cheshunt, Victoria – Australia ‘King River near Hamiltons Bridge’ Photographed by Karen Robinson Jan 2018
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bushlands. Featuring views from Marriners Lookout at Apollo Bay at sunrise.
Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Rainy Day Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 Comments: This Photograph was taken from the back of the Mount Macedon Hotel, looking out from the broad veranda towards the gardens. It was raining heavily which can be seen behind this very old oak tree.
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bushlands. Featuring views from Great Ocean Road between Lorne and Apollo Bay.
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bushlands. Featuring Californian Red Woods at Beech Forest.
Glenrowan, Victoria – Australia ‘Local Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018
Wallan Region, Victoria – Australia “Rural Landscape”_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com July 2017. Comments: Day out with daughter photographing landscape and wildlife on a beautiful winter’s day.
Seaview Region, Melbourne – Australia “Grand Ridge Road Region” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com October 17, 2017. NB: Day trip with hubby to visit this beautiful region at its best when all is green before the summer turns it brown.
Cardina Shire, Victoria – Australia ‘Toorongo Falls Reserve’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com – April 2017. Comments: My hubby, daughter and I stopped to visit the region of Toorongo Falls where green large ferns are plentiful, and tall gum trees reflect the late afternoon sun off their papery trunks, and the Toorongo River quickly passes by within this heavenly beautiful location.
Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Rainy Day Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018
Mount Macedon, Victoria – Australia ‘Duneira Heritage Garden’ Photographed by Karen Robinson April 2019 Comments – A beautiful Autumn day with hubby at these magnificent gardens where tall trees are the dominating feature. Photograph featuring tall trees shedding their leaves.
Tabilk, Victoria – Australia ‘Tahbilk Winery and Wetlands’ Photographs by Karen Robinson March 2018
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bushlands. Featuring Californian Red Woods at Beech Forest.
King Valley, Victoria – Australia ‘Cattle Grazing Fields’
Olinda, Victoria – Australia. Cloudehill Gardens Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Feb 2017.
Melbourne, Victoria – Australia “Docklands Waterfront” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com December 17, 2017. Comments: Out-and-about early Sunday morning photographing scenes around the Yarra River Harbour water’s edge at Docklands.
Gooram, Victoria – Australia
Olinda, Victoria – Australia. Cloudehill Gardens Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Feb 2017.
Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Rainy Day Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018
Bruthen, Victoria – Australia ‘Farmland’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com_April 2017. Comments: My husband, daughter and I spent some time at my husband’s brother’s farm where we got to reconnect with nature. The early mornings were particularly beautiful, especially how the rising sun light stretched out across and through the trees, leaving long casing shadows.
Bruthen, Victoria – Australia ‘Farmland’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com_April 2017. Comments: My husband, daughter and I spent some time at my husband’s brother’s farm where we got to reconnect with nature. The early mornings were particularly beautiful, especially how the rising sun light stretched out across and through the trees, leaving long casing shadows.
Daylesford Region, Victoria – Australia “Mount Franklin – Birch Trees”_ Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com June 2017. Comments: Husband and I visiting the region to take photographs on this beautiful, fresh winter’s day.
Yan Yean Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 2017 Aug 27 Comments: Chilly Winter’s day just off Ridge Road at Yan Yean Top Lookout – Yan Yean Reservoir Park. Featured here Black Wattle Trees, among the tallest of the wattles.
Elsternwick, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com September 10, 2017 Comments: My hubby and I with the Craigieburn Camera Club at Rippon Lea House and Gardens. “It is one of Australia’s finest grand suburban estates and the first to achieve National Heritage Listing, recognising its unique significance. The historic mansion is located within a vast pleasure garden of sweeping lawns that cover more than 14 acres and features a windmill, lookout tower, heritage orchard, lake, waterfall, fernery and more!” Photograph featuring hubby standing by the base of a huge Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018
Olinda, Victoria – Australia. Cloudehill Gardens Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Feb 2017.
Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018
Olinda, Victoria – Australia. Cloudehill Gardens Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Feb 2017.
Strath Creek Region, Victoria – Australia_’Valley of a Thousand Hills’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com May 2017 Comments: Day photographing with my daughter and husband who kindly drove us location to location.
Glenrowan and Moyhu Road, Victoria – Australia
Seaview Region, Melbourne – Australia “Grand Ridge Road Region” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com October 17, 2017. NB: Day trip with hubby to visit this beautiful region at its best when all is green before the summer turns it brown.
Cardina Shire, Victoria – Australia ‘Toorongo Falls Reserve’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com – April 2017. Comments: My hubby, daughter and I stopped to visit the region of Toorongo Falls where green large ferns are plentiful, and tall gum trees reflect the late afternoon sun off their papery trunks, and the Toorongo River quickly passes by within this heavenly beautiful location.
Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Woodlands fallen gum tree
Yan Yean Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 2017 Aug 27 Comments: Chilly Winter’s day on Ridge Road looking south across the farming region of Yan Yean towards Arthurs Creek.
Lerderderg, Victoria – Australia ‘Mackenzies Flat Picnic Area – Lerderderg State Forest’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com – Feb 2017
Cheshunt, Victoria – Australia ‘King River near Hamiltons Bridge’ Photographed by Karen Robinson Jan 2018
Hesket, Victoria – Australia ‘Sanatorium Lake’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bush-lands. Featuring views at Moonlight Head.
Olinda, Victoria – Australia. Cloudehill Gardens Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Feb 2017.
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bushlands. Featuring views around Seacroft Historic Ocean Front Home at Sugarloaf at sunset.
Whittlesea, Victoria – Australia ‘Farmlands & Mount Disappointment State Forest Region’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017
Seaview Region, Melbourne – Australia “Grand Ridge Road Region” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com October 17, 2017. NB: Day trip with hubby to visit this beautiful region at its best when all is green before the summer turns it brown.
Seaview Region, Melbourne – Australia “Grand Ridge Road Region” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com October 17, 2017. NB: Day trip with hubby to visit this beautiful region at its best when all is green before the summer turns it brown.
Werribee, Victoria – Australia ‘Werribee State Gorge State Park’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com June/July 2017. Comments: Werribee Gorge offers spectacular views, rugged natural beauty with bushwalking and rock climbing for those fit enough – my hubby and I did the walking!
Mickleham, Victoria – Australia ‘Sunset over Farmland’ Photographed by Karen Robinson NB All images are protected by copyright laws_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com December 11, 2017 Comments: Beautiful summer evening photographing the sunset during the ‘golden hour’. It was quiet and the air fresh; I found myself completely immersed in my creativity.
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bush-lands. Featuring views at Moonlight Head.
Gooram, Victoria – Australia ‘Seven Creeks Wildlife Reserve’ Photographed by Karen Robinson Dec 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com NB. All images are protected by copyright laws. Comments: We stopped for lunch amongst the tranquil surroundings of the Seven Creeks and view the Gooram Falls.
Cardina Shire, Victoria – Australia ‘Toorongo Falls Reserve’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com – April 2017. Comments: My hubby, daughter and I stopped to visit the region of Toorongo Falls where green large ferns are plentiful, and tall gum trees reflect the late afternoon sun off their papery trunks, and the Toorongo River quickly passes by within this heavenly beautiful location.
Lonsdale, Victoria – Australia ‘Seascape and Sunset’ photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com April 2017. Comments: Late in the afternoon my hubby and I decided to visit region to capture seascape and sunset photos. It was an exhilarating experience with lots of walking involved and the sea breeze rushing against our faces. The sight of the sun slipping away for the day was beautiful to watch and capture – written by ©Karen Robinson
Cardina Shire, Victoria – Australia ‘Toorongo Falls Reserve’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com – April 2017. Comments: My hubby, daughter and I stopped to visit the region of Toorongo Falls where green large ferns are plentiful, and tall gum trees reflect the late afternoon sun off their papery trunks, and the Toorongo River quickly passes by within this heavenly beautiful location.
CONCLUSION
Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world and the creatures it inhabits – really does rejuvenate the body and soul. Photography is just another way to improve one’s sense of wellbeing and at the same time – be creative!
Happy photography all – © Karen Robinson – April 2020
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Your photos are beautiful as always and I particularly like the ones that feature one tree, like a portrait. And your introduction was poetic.
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Hi Claudia, thank you… I became quite emotional putting together this photographic selection of trees. With the current ‘lockdown’ in place thus not being able to get out-and-about has left me longing for new photographic adventures. In saying this, please understand, I know we are fortunate when compared to others in the world. Trees are somewhat a symbol I feel for being able to come back after adversity…Karen
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Yes, I think the same thing about trees. We are lucky enough to be able to get outside and we are in the midst of a beautiful spring with trees blooming and leafing our. It encourages me to see them.
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