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Photography 2018 – Landscape: “Maldon – Mount Tarrengower Lookout Region” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

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Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Tarrengower Lookout Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018

 

 

 

 

INTRODUCTION

This particular photography adventure, back in July 2018, had us driving along the Mr Tarrengower Road heading up towards Mount Tarrengower Lookout, Maldon – Victoria (Australia).  We stopped alongside of the road to take in panoramic views stretching across out over towards the farming plains of Tarrengower.  The day was wildly windy where the weather one moment was sunny and the next thunderous clouds possessed the wide-open skies.  Standing overlooking this vast area helped us appreciate once more, the stunning beauty of this region, especially during this time of the year where the land is green from winter rains.

 

Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Tarrengower Lookout Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018

 

 

PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED

During this landscape photography exercise – I used a compact system camera, a Sony A7 Mark II – Full Frame with a Sony A FE24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS Lens. For these photographs I used the camera mounted on a tripod. I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.

 

Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Tarrengower Lookout Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018

 

 

THE PHOTOGRAPHS

On my return home, I downloaded all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic CC.  I developed a small selection of photographs.  During the process of developing them I was able to see what I needed to address during my next photographic adventure.   Please find both above and below, the best of what I took during this photography adventure!

 

Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Tarrengower Lookout Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018
Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Tarrengower Lookout Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018

 

 

 

CONCLUSION

Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world 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 – August 2018

 



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Photography 2018 – Landscape: “Goulburn River Bridge Seymour” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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 Seymour, Victoria – Australia ‘Goulburn River’ Photographed by Karen Robinson Jun 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


INTRODUCTION


This particular photography adventure, back in June 2018, was more about spending time with my daughter, baby granddaughter and hubby on one of Victoria’s beautiful sunny winter days. As we travelled along the Northwood Road which winds alongside of the Goulburn River, Seymour, Victoria – Australia, we came across the historical Old Goulburn River Bridge. From 1853 to 1966 it was an important river crossing, but now stands as an impressive monument of its time! This elegant wooden structure today nestles quietly in amongst native Australian bush. Beautiful river reflections help show-off its well-preserved 19th century construction of rolled steel joists, transversely and longitudinally planked grey box timber deck supported on cross-beams (Heritage Council 2006). We had a lovely time together enjoying the beauty of the Goulburn River.


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this landscape photography exercise – I used a compact system camera, a Sony A7 Mark II – Full Frame with a Sony A FE24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS Lens. For these photographs I used the camera mounted on a tripod. I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.


 


THE PHOTOGRAPHS


On my return home, I downloaded all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic CC.  I developed a small selection of photographs.  During the process of developing them I was able to see what I needed to address during my next photographic adventure.   Please find both above and below, the best of what I took during this photography adventure!  Because the day was really about spending time with my family, I didn’t take very many photographs and the above is the only one I was truly happy to show here within this blog.  Beautiful reflections in the Goulburn River of the historic bridge make it a very attractive place for photography.


 


 
 
 
  
 Seymour, Victoria – Australia ‘Goulburn River’ Photographed by Karen Robinson Jun 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


CONCLUSION


Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world 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 – June 2018


 




Please click here to visit my ‘Photography – About’ page where you will be able to find blog links and photographs about other photographic adventures…


POST-TRAUMATIC GROWTH:  Improving one’s sense of wellbeing using art, creative writing, photography, blogging and public speaking – my journey written by ©Karen Robinson.  Please click here for my latest blog news!

							

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

						
Photography 2018 – Landscape: “Porcupine Flat Dredge and Dragline” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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 Porcupine Flat, Victoria – Australia ‘Dredge and Dragline Historical Site’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


INTRODUCTION


Driving back home from Maldon some weeks ago, hubby and I stopped at Porcupine Flat Dredge and Dragline Historical Site, Victoria – Australia. It was once a flourishing area of the Maldon goldfields. Here we viewed two huge pieces of gold mining equipment – dredge and dragline. The dredge allowed for more large-scale gold mining than was used back in the 1850’s. In 1958 dredge operations were developed and then shut down in 1984 after moderate success. On this particular afternoon, the sun came out after a rainy morning and the natural filtered sunlight bathed the surrounding Australian bush in a golden warm light.  It was perfect for taking photographs of these monster machines!  I was also able to capture a beautiful reflection of the trees in the pond where one of these huge pieces of machinery lay decaying with rust, a ghostly reminder of years long gone…


 


 
 
 
  
 Porcupine Flat, Victoria – Australia ‘Dredge and Dragline Historical Site’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this landscape photography exercise – I used a compact system camera, a Sony A7 Mark II – Full Frame with a Sony A FE24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS Lens. For these photographs I used the camera mounted on a tripod. I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.


 


 
 
 
  
 Porcupine Flat, Victoria – Australia ‘Dredge and Dragline Historical Site’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


THE PHOTOGRAPHS


On my return home, I downloaded all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic CC.  I developed a small selection of photographs.  During the process of developing them I was able to see what I needed to address during my next photographic adventure.   Please find both above and below, the best of what I took during this photography adventure!


 


 
 
 
  
 Porcupine Flat, Victoria – Australia ‘Dredge and Dragline Historical Site’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


CONCLUSION


Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world 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 – July 2018


 




Please click here to visit my ‘Photography – About’ page where you will be able to find blog links and photographs about other photographic adventures…


POST-TRAUMATIC GROWTH:  Improving one’s sense of wellbeing using art, creative writing, photography, blogging and public speaking – my journey written by ©Karen Robinson.  Please click here for my latest blog news!

							

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

						
Photography 2018 – Landscape: “Sunrises and Sunsets in Victoria” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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 Mickleham, Victoria – Australia ‘Sunset’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


INTRODUCTION


While out-and-about with my hubby on our photography adventures, we encounter some of the best parts of the day, that being sunrise and sunset.  It is during these moments that we realise how fortunate we are to be able to see the beauty of the landscape. To feel the fresh air brush against our skin, wether it be freezing cold in winter or scorching hot in summer, it helps us appreciate our planet earth. There is a spiritual wonderment when gazing into the sky as the sun rises and sets, thus signalling the birth of a new day, and the closure of another; how this event is fleeting and full of beautiful colour, changing with every minute until the brightness of a new day shifts into play or darkness takes over for the night.  Here below are a series of photographs I have taken over the last year or so that capture those moments…


 


 
 
 
  
 Beveridge, Victoria – Australia ‘View from Golf Course’ Photographed by Karen Robinson April 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this landscape photography exercise – I used a compact system camera, a Sony A7 Mark II – Full Frame with a Sony A FE24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS Lens. For these photographs I used the camera mounted on a tripod and also handheld when needed. I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.


 


 
 
 
  
 Beveridge, Victoria – Australia ‘Golf Course’ Photographed by Karen Robinson April 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


THE PHOTOGRAPHS


On my return home, I downloaded all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic CC.  I developed a small selection of photographs.  During the process of developing them I was able to see what I needed to address during my next photographic adventure.   Please find both above and below, the best of what I took during this photography adventure!


 


 
 
 
  
 Strathbogie, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Wombat Lookout Region’ March 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. 
 
 
  
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
 Mickleham – Farmland – photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Jan 2017. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
 Lang Lang, Victoria – Australia ‘Sunrise at McDonalds Track’ 
 
 
  
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Strathbogie, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Wombat Lookout Region’ March 2018 
 
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
 
  
 Strathbogie, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Wombat Lookout Region’ March 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 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 
 
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Beveridge, Victoria – Australia ‘Golf Course’ Photographed by Karen Robinson April 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Euroa, Victoria – Australia 
 
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
 Point 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 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
 Mickleham – Farmland – photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Jan 2017. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Mickleham – Farmland – photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Jan 2017. 
 
 
  
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Strathbogie, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Wombat Lookout Region’ March 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
 
  
 Lang Lang, Victoria – Australia ‘Sunrise at McDonalds Track’ 
 
 
  
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 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 
 
 
  
 
  
 Euroa, Victoria – Australia 
 
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
 Mickleham – Farmland – photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Jan 2017. 
 
 
  
 
  
 Lang Lang, Victoria – Australia ‘Sunrise at McDonalds Track’ 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Point 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 
 
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
 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 
 
 
  
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 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 Sugarloaf Rock Beach at Sunrise. 
 
 
  
 
  
 Lang Lang, Victoria – Australia ‘Sunrise at McDonalds Track’ 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Strathbogie, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Wombat Lookout Region’ March 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. 
 
 
  
 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 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Beveridge, Victoria – Australia ‘Golf Course’ Photographed by Karen Robinson April 2018 
 
 
  
 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 
 
 
  
 
  
 Strathbogie, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Wombat Lookout Region’ March 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. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Strathbogie, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Wombat Lookout Region’ March 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Beveridge, Victoria – Australia ‘Golf Course’ Photographed by Karen Robinson April 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. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
 
  
 Mickleham – Farmland – photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Jan 2017. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Lang Lang, Victoria – Australia ‘Sunrise at McDonalds Track’ 
 
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
 
  
 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 Sugarloaf Rock Beach at Sunrise. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 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 Sugarloaf Rock Beach at Sunrise. 
 
 
  
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
 
  
 Euroa, Victoria – Australia 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
 
  
 Mickleham – Farmland – photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Jan 2017. 
 
 
  
 Strathbogie, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Wombat Lookout Region’ March 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
 
  
 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 Sugarloaf Rock Beach at Sunrise. 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


CONCLUSION


Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world 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 – July 2018


 




Please click here to visit my ‘Photography – About’ page where you will be able to find blog links and photographs about other photographic adventures…


POST-TRAUMATIC GROWTH:  Improving one’s sense of wellbeing using art, creative writing, photography, blogging and public speaking – my journey written by ©Karen Robinson.  Please click here for my latest blog news!

							

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

						
Photography 2018 – Miscellaneous: “Maldon Railway Station Trains and Carriages” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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 Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Maldon Railway Trains’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


INTRODUCTION


With the Craigieburn Camera Club, hubby and I visited the region of Maldon, Victoria – Australia. I took the opportunity to photograph a number of trains and carriages located within the railway yard of the historic Maldon Railway Station set on the Victorian Goldfields of old! It originally opened on 16th June 1884 and closed to passenger services on 6th January 1941.  It is now opened for tourist services over a short 1km section of the line out of Maldon.  The weather on this day was unpredictable, one moment we had sunshine and the next we had rain, so a little challenging photography wise which limited our time spent photographing at this location.  But we did have a lovely lunch and coffee at one of the local Maldon cafes, and we also did a bit of sightseeing around the region’s best know tourist haunts.  Hubby and I had a lovely day, despite the weather conditions – always good to get out-and-about enjoying our photography adventures…


 


 
 
 
  
 Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Maldon Railway Trains’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this landscape photography exercise – I used a compact system camera, a Sony A7 Mark II – Full Frame with a Sony A FE24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS Lens. For all these photographs I used the camera mounted on a tripod.  I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.


Some of the photographs of the trains and carriages I felt would do better being developed as black and white images.  It also gave me a chance to experiment and be more creative.  Two of the photographs I left in colour and mainly because they looked better left as taken but also due to the fact they were both taken on my mobile phone and the quality wasn’t there to produce a fine black and white version.


 


 
 
 
  
 Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Maldon Railway Trains’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


THE PHOTOGRAPHS


On my return home, I downloaded all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic CC.  I developed a small selection of photographs.  During the process of developing them I was able to see what I needed to address during my next photographic adventure.   Please find both above and below, the best of what I took during this photography adventure!


 


 
 
 
  
 Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Maldon Railway Trains’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Maldon Railway Trains’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Maldon Railway Trains’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


CONCLUSION


Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world 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 – July 2018


 




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Photography 2018 – Garden: “Tieve Tara at Mount Macedon” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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INTRODUCTION


One grey cold autumn day in May this year, hubby and I travelled to Mount Macedon, Victoria – Australia for another photography adventure.  This region is best known for its19th century gardens and associated collection of extravagant large homes.  On this day, we just concentrated on the Gardens Of Tieve Tara – a truly beautiful and picturesque garden consisting of 7.5 acres of lush grounds, sweeping lawns, a whimsical playground, lakes, geese and fountains (Tieve Tara 2018).  As a hobbyist photographer, these gardens during autumn provided me with an incredible variety of opportunities to capture the magic of autumn; there was so much beautiful vibrant colour and variations of textures to enjoy!  We had a lovely time walking about and photographing these gardens, and will definitely be back in years to come to visit other wonderful gardens within the region of Mount Macedon.


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this landscape photography exercise – I used a compact system camera, a Sony A7 Mark II – Full Frame with a Sony A FE24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS Lens. For these photographs I used the camera mounted on a tripod and also handheld when needed. I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.


 


 
 
 
  
 Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Gardens Of Tieve Tara’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 NB. All images are protected by copyright laws. Comments – A grey, cold Autumn day spent photographing these beautiful, picturesque gardens consisting of 7.5 acres of lush grounds, a whimsical playground, lakes, geese and fountains with hubby. 
 
 
  
 Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Gardens Of Tieve Tara’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 NB. All images are protected by copyright laws. Comments – A grey, cold Autumn day spent photographing these beautiful, picturesque gardens consisting of 7.5 acres of lush grounds, a whimsical playground, lakes, geese and fountains with hubby. 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


 


THE PHOTOGRAPHS


On my return home, I downloaded all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic CC.  I developed a small selection of photographs.  During the process of developing them I was able to see what I needed to address during my next photographic adventure.   Please find both above and below, the best of what I took during this photography adventure!


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


 


CONCLUSION


Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world 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 – June 2018


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 




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Photography 2018 – Landscape: “Hopkins River at Warrnambool” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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 Warrnambool, Victoria – Australia ‘Hopkins River’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


INTRODUCTION


While at the 64th Convention & Interclub Photographic Exhibition in May 2018, hubby and I took some timeout to visit a scenic area of the Hopkins River, Warrnambool, Victoria (Australia). The Hopkins River estuary is approximately 9 kilometres long and culturally significant. It marks the tribal border of the Kirrae Whurrong, Gunditjmara and Tiap Whurrong peoples; once a place for gatherings and trade. Now provides a premier fishing experience for both local and visiting anglers. On this day during the late afternoon, the weather was beautiful and a lovely way for hubby and I to chill-out together. I was particularly happy to be able to photograph a pair of Australian Pelicans that were drifting happily alongside of the jetty.


 


 
 
 
  
 Warrnambool, Victoria – Australia ‘Hopkins River’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this landscape photography exercise – I used a compact system camera, a Sony A7 Mark II – Full Frame with a Sony A FE24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS Lens. For these photographs I used the camera mounted on a tripod and also handheld when needed. I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.


 


 
 
 
  
 Warrnambool, Victoria – Australia ‘Hopkins River’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


THE PHOTOGRAPHS


On my return home, I downloaded all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic CC.  I developed a small selection of photographs.  During the process of developing them I was able to see what I needed to address during my next photographic adventure.   Please find both above and below, the best of what I took during this photography adventure!


 


 
 
 
  
 Warrnambool, Victoria – Australia ‘Hopkins River’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Warrnambool, Victoria – Australia ‘Hopkins River’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Warrnambool, Victoria – Australia ‘Hopkins River’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
 Warrnambool, Victoria – Australia ‘Hopkins River’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 NB All images are protected by copyright 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Warrnambool, Victoria – Australia ‘Hopkins River’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Warrnambool, Victoria – Australia ‘Hopkins River’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
 Warrnambool, Victoria – Australia ‘Hopkins River’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


CONCLUSION


Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world 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 – May 2018


 




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Photography 2018 – Landscape: “Red Rock at Alvie” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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 Alvie, Victoria – Australia ‘Red Rock’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


INTRODUCTION


Hubby and I stopped at Red Rock (Alvie, Victoria – Australia) during one of our photography adventures last month. It wasn’t planned, but thankfully we did take the opportunity to divert from our journey to Warrnambool. May rains had worked its magic and turned this summer dry landscape into lush green rolling pastures.  We experienced magnificent 360-degree views from atop of Red Rock which over looks Lake Corangamite and Lake Colac. Spectacular complex volcanic sites, formed by eruptions some 10’s of thousands of years ago with the last eruption 8000 years ago. These can be seen across the surrounding topography of volcanic plain and the 25,000-hectare Lake Corangamite. We spent some time here taking photographs and just enjoying the breathtaking views from every angle, on a glorious Autumn day.


 


 
 
 
  
 Alvie, Victoria – Australia ‘Red Rock’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this landscape photography exercise – I used a compact system camera, a Sony A7 Mark II – Full Frame with a Sony A FE24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS Lens. For all these photographs I used the camera mounted on a tripod with a remote timer.  I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.


 


 
 
 
  
 Alvie, Victoria – Australia ‘Red Rock’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


THE PHOTOGRAPHS


On my return home, I downloaded all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic CC.  I developed a small selection of photographs.  During the process of developing them I was able to see what I needed to address during my next photographic adventure.   Please find both above and below, the best of what I took during this photography adventure!


 


 
 
 
  
 Alvie, Victoria – Australia ‘Red Rock’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Alvie, Victoria – Australia ‘Red Rock’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Alvie, Victoria – Australia ‘Red Rock’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
 Alvie, Victoria – Australia ‘Red Rock’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Alvie, Victoria – Australia ‘Red Rock’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Alvie, Victoria – Australia ‘Red Rock’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Alvie, Victoria – Australia ‘Red Rock’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Alvie, Victoria – Australia ‘Red Rock’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Alvie, Victoria – Australia ‘Red Rock’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


CONCLUSION


Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world 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 – June 2018


 




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Photography 2018 – Miscellaneous: “King Valley Balloon Festival – Night Glow!” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Night Glow Event’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


INTRODUCTION


Part of Hubby’s and my photography adventure to the King Valley Balloon Festival last weekend involved an amazing visual sensation which featured a ‘Night Glow Light Show‘.  At 7pm, located at the Brown Brothers Airfield, hot-air balloons put on a colourful light show that was backed dropped against a starry night sky. This spectacular event was witnessed by some 3,000 people!  I have to confess, it posed a huge photographic challenge, well for me at least. We very much enjoyed both the morning King Valley Mass Balloon Ascension and this Night Glow Show.  Will definitely try to come back in 2019!


 


 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Night Glow Event’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this miscellaneous photography exercise – I used a compact system camera, a Sony A7 Mark II – Full Frame with a Sony A FE24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS Lens. For all these photographs I used the camera mounted on a tripod.  I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.  Taking these photographs with a night sky, bright lighting caused by the flames and having people moving about the balloons continuously – did posed a big challenge for me!


 


 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Night Glow Event’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


THE PHOTOGRAPHS


On my return home, I downloaded all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic CC.  I developed a small selection of photographs.  During the process of developing them I was able to see what I needed to address during my next photographic adventure.   Please find both above and below, the best of what I took during this photography adventure!


 


 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Night Glow Event’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Night Glow Event’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Night Glow Event’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Night Glow Event’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Night Glow Event’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Night Glow Event’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Night Glow Event’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Night Glow Event’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Night Glow Event’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


CONCLUSION


Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world and man-made wonders, 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 – June 2018


 




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Photography 2018 – Miscellaneous: “King Valley Balloon Festival Mass Ascension” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


INTRODUCTION


Last Saturday, at 3am in the morning, Hubby and I headed off to Milawa, Victoria – Australia to see the 6.45am King Valley Balloon Festival ‘Sunrise Balloon Mass Ascension’ at Brown Brothers Milawa airfield. The grey overcast morning didn’t stop the event taking place thankfully, and spectators were able to view for free this spectacular yearly event.  We also had the chance to walk around and experience the ascension close-up which gave us an appreciation of just how big these balloons are once in flight. We enjoyed our time marvelling at these giants of the sky and this photography adventure certainly provided me with a challenge in trying to photograph them.


 


 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this landscape photography exercise – I used a compact system camera, a Sony A7 Mark II – Full Frame with a Sony A FE24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS Lens. For all these photographs I used the camera mounted on a tripod.  I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.


 


 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


THE PHOTOGRAPHS


On my return home, I downloaded all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic CC.  I developed a small selection of photographs.  During the process of developing them I was able to see what I needed to address during my next photographic adventure.   Please find both above and below, the best of what I took during this photography adventure!


 


 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


CONCLUSION


Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world 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 – June 2018


 




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Photography 2018 – Landscape: “Greenvale CCC” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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 Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Beautiful lighting with small hallow of land surrounded by gum trees 
 
 
  
  


 


 


INTRODUCTION


A beautiful day at Woodlands Historic Park, Victoria – Australia which is located just a short distance from my home.  Hubby and I with other members of the Craigieburn Camera Club engaged in a ‘free format photograph shot’ where we wandered around this nature preserve taking photographs that were of interest to the individual photographer.  We experienced glimpses of landscapes and wildlife seen by European settlers in the 1840’s (Park Victoria 2018).  A 150-year old homestead stands on the property; indigenous canoe trees, native woodland and grassland are all part of the reserve’s offering.  A fenced ‘Back Paddock’ is where we spotted mobs of kangaroos and numerous native birds (Park Victoria 2018).  It was a very pleasant experience, and we finished up having coffee and scones at the Historic Homestead.  Returning home involved just a few minutes drive which was a lovely change for us!


 


 
 
 
  
 Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Foundation remains of an old bridge 
 
 
  
  


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this landscape photography exercise – I used a compact system camera, a Sony A7 Mark II – Full Frame with a Sony A FE24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS Lens. For all these photographs I used the camera mounted on a tripod with a remote timer.  I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.


 


 
 
 
  
 Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Karen Robinson taking photographs 
 
 
  
  


 


 


THE PHOTOGRAPHS


On my return home, I downloaded all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic CC.  I developed a small selection of photographs.  During the process of developing them I was able to see what I needed to address during my next photographic adventure.   Please find both above and below, the best of what I took during this photography adventure!


 


 
 
 
  
 Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Huge windmill beside vacant shed 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Beautiful filtered light through woodlands trees 
 
 
  
 
  
 Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Dead tree beside boulders 
 
 
  
 Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Stringy woodland trees 
 
 
  
 Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Beautiful lighting with small hallow of land surrounded by gum trees 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Woodlands Kangaroos in mobs 
 
 
  
 
  
 Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Views towards Tullamarine airport through trees 
 
 
  
 Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 Hubby watching out for birds in the woodlands 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Woodlands fallen gum tree 
 
 
  
  


 


 


CONCLUSION


Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world 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 – June 2018


 




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Photography 2018 – Landscape: “Glenrowan Region” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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 Glenrowan, Victoria – Australia ‘Local Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Smith’s Orchard Cherry Trees 
 
 
  
  


 


 


INTRODUCTION


This photography adventure was just part of a day visiting Glenrowan, Victoria – Australia. Hubby and I spotted a number of beautiful scenic spots within this region to stop and take photographs.  On the tail end of Autumn, cherry trees at Smith’s Orchard and grapevines at Morrison’s displayed glorious brightly coloured leaves. Local farming landscape scenes hidden away from mainstream roads revealed countryside enjoyed by local farmers and for those who adventure away from the usual beaten tourism track.


 


 
 
 
  
 Glenrowan, Victoria – Australia ‘Local Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this landscape photography exercise – I used a compact system camera, a Sony A7 Mark II – Full Frame with a Sony A FE24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS Lens. For all these photographs I used the camera mounted on a tripod with a remote timer.  I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.  NB: My camera remote decided to fail during this photography adventure which caused me some grieve in not being able to successfully use the ‘bracketing’ option on my camera.  Lesson…bring a spare camera remote!


 


 
 
 
  
 Glenrowan, Victoria – Australia ‘Local Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Morrison’s Vineyard 
 
 
  
  


 


 


THE PHOTOGRAPHS


On my return home, I downloaded all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic CC.  I developed a small selection of photographs.  During the process of developing them I was able to see what I needed to address during my next photographic adventure.   Please find both above and below, the best of what I took during this photography adventure!