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Photography 2019 – Landscape: “Toorongo Falls Walk – Toorongo” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

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INTRODUCTION

It’s winter and on this particular photography adventure day, there was a weather forecast consisting of much rain and snow around the higher regions of Victoria.  We decided not to allow this to deter us from venturing out-and-about.  So at 5am, we headed off to visit Toorongo, Victoria – Australia Toorongo Falls Reserve which took us approximately 3 hours to reach.  A number of roadblocks caused some delays due to minor flooding of country roads which meant we had to take alternative routes. We also encountered light snow as temperatures dropped.  On our arrival at Tooronga Falls Walk Reserve, we found ourselves the sole occupants.  The walk itself took up 3 1/2 hours which was inclusive of photography time frames.  Because of the heavy rain and snowfall both the Toorongo and Amphitheatre falls were spectacular! Toorongo River and the Little Toorongo River had expansive amounts of water flow. This is not usual and clearly demonstrated just how much rain and snow had fallen within the last couple of days and overnight.  It was a very beautiful region with thick natural vegetation.  The walking track was in good condition and not too hard to manage.  Despite our fears of getting drenched and freezing, none prevailed.  The rain held off and our extra layer of clothing meant our time at this location was most enjoyable.  Another successful photography adventure…

 

 

 

PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED

During this photography adventure – 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. Recently I had purchased a Right Angle L Plate Bracket for my camera so that I could turn it to do portraits or landscape photographs more easily which worked a treat.  I also purchased a BH-40 Ballhead for my tripod and once more, it made taking my photographs not just easier but much more enjoyable. 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 then 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 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 – August 2019

 

 



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 motivational speaking – my journey written by ©Karen Robinson.  Please click here for my latest blog news!

							

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

			

				
Photography 2019 – Seascape: “Ferguson Street Pier – Williamstown” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

				
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INTRODUCTION


My hubby and I decided to go back to a location that had a view across Port Phillip Bay from Ferguson Street Pier in Williamstown, Victoria – Australia for this photography adventure.  Fortunately for us, the early morning was pleasant – no wild winter winds to bother our walk along the pier and shoreline! From this advantage point, I was able to photograph across Port Phillip Bay towards Melbourne’s city skyline while the last of the night’s street and city lights glowed before sunrise.  Anchored Yachts rested in plain sight with a couple of exceptions, one being a keen yachtsman heading out for an early morning joy ride around the bay and the other, a large container ship heading in from the open seas towards Port Phillip Bay’s container shipping docking area.  After I had satisfied myself that I had taken enough photographs of this location, we headed off for a much-needed cup of coffee and a chat about how we had enjoyed the fresh sea air and the sunrise – the birth of a new day…


 


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this photography adventure – 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. Recently I had purchased a Right Angle L Plate Bracket for my camera so that I could turn it to do portraits or landscape photographs more easily which worked a treat.  I also purchased a BH-40 Ballhead for my tripod and once more, it made taking my photographs not just easier but much more enjoyable. 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 then 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 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 – July 2019


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 




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


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Photography 2019 – Landscape: “Bonnie Doon – Lake Eildon Region” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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INTRODUCTION


Another cold, wintery early morning start for this photography adventure!  We decided to visit another part of the Lake Eildon region, Victoria – Australia, that being Bonnie Doon. We drove to a part which was quite different from the other locations we have covered this winter being Devils River, Howqua Inlet and Jerusalem Creek.  There were views that extended out across the lake towards snow-covered Mount Buller way in the distance.  We were there for the sunrise where I was able to take some photographs of the sun rising over the distant mountains.  As the morning progressed, mystical clouds covered the region periodically which gave the surrounding region interesting lighting and photographic challenges for me.  Beautiful and peaceful Lake Eildon is and especially during winter when only the locals living in the area are out-and-about.  After taking photographs lakeside, we travelled up along Sunnerg Drive to the Skyline Road Lake Eildon Lookout where I was able to capture panoramic views of Lake Eildon. What a stunning view – then it was off back home, another fantastic day and photography adventure!


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this photography adventure – 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. Recently I had purchased a Right Angle L Plate Bracket for my camera so that I could turn it to do portraits or landscape photographs more easily which worked a treat.  I also purchased a BH-40 Ballhead for my tripod and once more, it made taking my photographs not just easier but much more enjoyable. I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.  NB:  Below I have included a photograph of our car’s portable GPS which shows the car in on the lake its self.  This just shows how low the waterline is at Lake Eildon this July!


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


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 then 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 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 – July 2019


 


 




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 motivational speaking – my journey written by ©Karen Robinson.  Please click here for my latest blog news!

							

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

						
Photography 2019 – Landscape: “Jerusalem Creek, Eildon – Lake Eildon Region” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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INTRODUCTION


Another cold, wintery early morning start for this photography adventure!  We decided to visit another part of the Lake Eildon region, Victoria – Australia, that being Jerusalem Creek. Jerusalem Creek while wet and cold offered some surreal photographic opportunities.  Some moments we experienced dark rainy conditions, and then within minutes, we experienced moments where the sun peeped out from behind clouds to illuminate the newly sprouted green grass river bed.  Darkened trees that during good seasons would be partially submerged in the lake’s water, now stood blackened by the morning rain, a stake environment.  My dear hubby was a great help during the morning, assisting me to keep the camera dry, and lugging the equipment around and over the rain-drenched river bed.  On our way back home, we travelled along Mt Pinniger Road, Eildon to Foggs Lookout where I was able to photograph panoramic views of Lake Eildon.  While we were rain-drenched ourselves, the morning was a great adventure and a wonderful time to be out-and-about exploring what nature has to offer…


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this photography adventure – 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. Recently I had purchased a Right Angle L Plate Bracket for my camera so that I could turn it to do portraits or landscape photographs more easily which worked a treat.  I also purchased a BH-40 Ballhead for my tripod and once more, it made taking my photographs not just easier but much more enjoyable. 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 then 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 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 – July 2019


 


 




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 motivational speaking – my journey written by ©Karen Robinson.  Please click here for my latest blog news!

							

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

						
Photography 2019 – Landscape: “Howqua Inlet, Piries – Lake Eildon Region” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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INTRODUCTION


The Lake Eildon Region, Victoria – Australia is just spectacular at this time of the year.  The water levels are very low and meant, we were able to walk out onto this part of Lake Eildon at Piries – Howqua Inlet that otherwise in goods times, is usually covered in water.  We arrived earlier enough to view the sunrise over the mountains. I was able to capture photographs of the sun hitting large stretches of frosted moss-covered plains.  A black water river flowing through the region reflected beautifully everything in its view.  We enjoyed the tranquillity and beauty of this mystical region and felt very privileged to be there. During our time at this location, the only other person we sighted, was a man and his dog taking an early morning walk.  Another amazing photography adventure!


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this photography adventure – 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. Recently I had purchased a Right Angle L Plate Bracket for my camera so that I could turn it to do portraits or landscape photographs more easily which worked a treat.  I also purchased a BH-40 Ballhead for my tripod and once more, it made taking my photographs not just easier but much more enjoyable. 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 then 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 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 – July 2019


 


 




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 motivational speaking – my journey written by ©Karen Robinson.  Please click here for my latest blog news!

							

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

						
Photography 2019 – Landscape: “Devils River, Taylor Bay – Lake Eildon Region” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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“Photography:  Painting and Drawing with Light”


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


INTRODUCTION


After our recent photography adventure to the Lake Eildon region, we decided to venture back and visit another part of Lake Eildon, Victoria – Australia.  Another early morning rise meant we were able to arrive on scene at a good part of the day for me to capture photographs.  As we travelled through Devils River and Taylor Bay along the Skyline Road, I was able to photograph incredible panoramic views of Lake Eildon. Early morning mist and clouds gently hang over the lake and throughout the surrounding tree-covered mountainous terrain.  Later that morning we finished up our journey at Lake Eildon Spillway Lookout on Embankment Road.  Here we were able to view Lake Eildon closeup on what ended up being a beautiful winter’s day.  The pretty blue skies and the lake itself was truly a magical sight.  It was a long drive there and back home again, but so worth the effort…


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this photography adventure – 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. Recently I had purchased a Right Angle L Plate Bracket for my camera so that I could turn it to do portraits or landscape photographs more easily which worked a treat.  I also purchased a BH-40 Ballhead for my tripod and once more, it made taking my photographs not just easier but much more enjoyable. 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 then 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 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 – June 2019


 


 




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 motivational speaking – my journey written by ©Karen Robinson.  Please click here for my latest blog news!

							

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

						
Photography 2019 – Landscape: “Strath Creek” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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INTRODUCTION


Strath Creek, Victoria – Australia is one of my favourite photography adventure locations, especially during the Autumn and Winter times of the year.  During these times, seasonal rains transform the local countryside from summertime dry brown to winter lush green!  It was just by good fortune we came across this particular location.  A dead-end road through local farming land revealed such beautiful panoramic landscape.  On our return home, we noted to come back again here to especially photograph birds.  Once again feeling tired but most fortunate to be able to take in some of the worlds most beautiful and peaceful locations – photographers’ paradise for sure…


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this 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 and my new (bird) lens, a Sigma150-600mm F5-6.3 DGOS HSM with a Sigma Mount Converter MC-11. I handheld the camera or mounted it on a Wimberley WH-200 Gimbal Tripod Head II with quick release base. 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 then 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 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 – May 2019


 


 




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 motivational speaking – my journey written by ©Karen Robinson.  Please click here for my latest blog news!

							

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

						
Photography 2019 – Landscape: “Kerrisdale Sunrise in Autumn” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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INTRODUCTION


Up at 5am in order to be on site just before sunrise can be an exhilarating experience but also challenging on cold Autumn mornings!  During this photography adventure, we decided to revisit a stunning region of Victoria, Australia Kerrisdale which is situated within the Valley of a Thousand Hills.  Earlier this year, during a previous summertime visit, the region was dry and brown; fortunately, recent rains had transformed the landscape back to how I remembered it from years before – beautiful and lush green.  On this morning, the early morning light was just beautiful and allowed me to take some mystical photographs looking across layer after layer of mist covered rolling hills.  After our morning adventure, we headed back down the valley for a much-needed coffee break and a chat about where to next…


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this 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 and my new (bird) lens, a Sigma150-600mm F5-6.3 DGOS HSM with a Sigma Mount Converter MC-11. I handheld the camera or mounted it on a Wimberley WH-200 Gimbal Tripod Head II with quick release base. 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 then 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 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 – May 2019


 


 




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 motivational speaking – my journey written by ©Karen Robinson.  Please click here for my latest blog news!

							

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

						
Photography 2019 – Landscape: “Mount Tassie Views” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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INTRODUCTION


During our car drive back home after visiting my hubby’s brother’s place in Bruthen, Victoria – Australia, we decided to take the long drive back to Melbourne via Tarra Valley Road – Tarra Valley, Victoria – Australia.  Further along and past Tarra Valley we came across Mount Tassie lookout situated on Callignee S Road where we viewed expansive panoramic views of Mount Tassie State Forest and surrounding region. The views were spectacular – white and yellow wildflowers dotted the green grassy foreground with deep green tree covered mountains in the background, topped with a beautiful blue sky.  It was a perfect day to be at this location and the last leg of our photography adventure for the day!


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this 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 and my new (bird) lens, a Sigma150-600mm F5-6.3 DGOS HSM with a Sigma Mount Converter MC-11. I handheld the camera or mounted it on a Wimberley WH-200 Gimbal Tripod Head II with quick release base. 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!


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


 


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 – February 2019




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 motivational speaking – my journey written by ©Karen Robinson.  Please click here for my latest blog news!

							

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

						
Photography 2019 – Landscape: “Bruthen – Wards Road” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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INTRODUCTION


During our stay at my hubby’s brother’s place in Bruthen, Victoria – Australia, we decided to get up early and take a drive along the picturesque Wards Road. It winds its way though beautiful green local farming properties that have views that stretch for miles.  Despite the fact the morning was overcast, we found the temperature just right for this time of the year! Cool for a summer morning and perfect for enjoying such a treasure trove of quietness, fresh air and remoteness.  While we were there, we spotted some wild emus strolling across a grass field where they had been drinking from a watering hole.  They were then heading back towards thick bush up alongside of the property.  The photographs I took of them are not the best, but felt it important to include as we don’t get to see them very often.  This photography adventure lifted our spirits and had us feeling good for the rest of the day!


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During this 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 and my new (bird) lens, a Sigma150-600mm F5-6.3 DGOS HSM with a Sigma Mount Converter MC-11 mounted on a Wimberley WH-200 Gimbal Tripod Head II with quick release base. 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!


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


 


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 – January 2019




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 motivational speaking – my journey written by ©Karen Robinson.  Please click here for my latest blog news!

							

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

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

			
						

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 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


INTRODUCTION


The last day of September on a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia for our next landscape photography adventure. At this time of the year, the valleys and hillsides are lush green and unlike during summer time where they will turn golden brown due to the hot dry weather conditions.  Vineyards feature widely throughout the region standing alongside of pastures where we found cattle happily grazing under the warm spring sunshine.  While we were there, dark ominous clouds progressively gathered up along the far distant mountain ranges as the day drifted towards its end.  We also discovered less travelled local roads where we found impressive panoramic views that had us gazing in awe at nature’s beauty!  


 


 
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


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.


 


 
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photograph from Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


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!


 


 
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photograph from Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photographed by Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
 
 


 


 


 


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!


 


 
 
 
  
 Comments: Yarra Glen Region, Victoria – Australia September 2018. The last day in September, a beautiful spring day, hubby and I decided to take a drive through the Yarra Glen Region. At this time of the year the valleys and hillsides are lush green. Vineyards feature widely throughout the region alongside of pastures where cattle happily grazed under the warm sunshine. Grey clouds gathered up along the mountains ranges as the day drifted towards its end. A beautiful spring day we so much enjoyed – a good to be alive day! NB: All images are protected by copyright laws Photograph from Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  


 


 


Happy photography all – © Karen Robinson – October 2018


 




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Photography 2018 – Landscape: “Nulla Vale – Boulders” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


 


INTRODUCTION


A lovely spring-day drive in the countryside around the region of Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia.  Tall Black Wattle trees featuring small yellow pom-pom like flowers adorned the green rolling hillsides.  Mounds of huge granite boulders lay scattered about forming natural landscape sculptures – their presence demanding our attention!  Other views revealed lush green pastures where sheep and cattle stood contentedly grazing away their day.  Towards the end of our drive, we took the road that travelled alongside of Langley Nature Conservation Reserve.  One side of the road we sighted bush vegetation as it must have been before farmers developed this region.  On the other side of the road, we experienced beautiful views stretching across green pastures, dotted with sheep and cattle with far distance mountains and cloudy skies completing the picture!  As we drove deeper into the reserve, we came across a small pocket of green pasture which revealed a mob of Kangaroos busily grazing. They seemed mostly un-bothered by our presence which suggested they don’t see people here very often within this part of the reserve.  Photography adventure complete we drove back home. Once again, our time with nature left us feeling refreshed and ready to embark on life’s daily challenges.  We can’t wait until the next photography adventure…


 


 
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 NB. All images are protected by copyright laws. Comments – A lovely spring day drive in the countryside with hubby. 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


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 on the tripod with a remote control. I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.


 


 
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 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!


 
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 NB. All images are protected by copyright laws. Comments – A lovely spring day drive in the countryside with hubby. 
 
 
  
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 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 – September 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 motivational speaking – my journey written by ©Karen Robinson.  Please click here for my latest blog news!

							

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

						
Photography 2018 – Landscape: “Masons Falls – Kinglake West” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


 


INTRODUCTION


A beautiful winter’s photography adventure day walking around the Kinglake National Park at Masons Falls, Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia!  I had the wonderful opportunity to also enjoy the company of my daughter, granddaughter and husband.  During our time here, we did the walk to the falls where from a large viewing platform, we were able to take a number of photographs.  It was difficult to obtain varying shots with trees obscuring the overall view of the falls but it was a very beautiful outlook.  Along the walk we found tall Black Wattle trees showing off their beautiful pom-pom like flowers.  My daughter and I also managed to photograph Superb Fairy-Wren that were easily found hopping amongst the ground vegetation within the picnic area but not so easy to photograph as they move very quickly.


 


 
 
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 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 both hand-held and on the tripod with a remote control. I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.


 


 
 
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


The above photograph on the right features my daughter holding her Sony A7II camera with a lens – Sigma 150-600 contemporary suitable for capturing photographs of birds.  Here we found small Splendid Fairy-Wrens hopping around looking for morsels of food visiting tourists had left behind after their visit to the Masons Falls.  Below here is a lovely photograph of a female Superb Fairy-Wren which she managed to achieve. It has to be noted I wasn’t able to achieve the same result and my dear daughter has allowed me to show her photograph.  These little creatures were just too fast for me!


 


 
 
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls around picnic area’ Photographed by daughter Kelly August 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!


 


 
 
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 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 – September 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: “Faraday – Mount Alexander Regional Park” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


 


 


INTRODUCTION


This photography adventure came out of a need for my dear hubby to get-out-of-the-house after spending almost four weeks bedridden due to a back injury.  Now on the mend, he felt a desperate need to take a drive into the bush to do some forest bathing. As I had been his carer over this period of time, I too felt the same need!  We decided to visit a region we had driven through before, but hadn’t stopped at called Mount Alexander Regional Park at Faraday, Victoria – Australia.  Here we travelled to three locations, one called Dog Rocks and the other two – old historical Granite Quarries.


 


 
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


At Dog Rocks, which is a short stroll off Joseph Young Drive, we discovered a conglomeration of ginormous granite rocks.  Dog Rocks was named as such back in 1846 by the manager of Lockhart Morton of Sutton Grange Station as many dingoes were seen around the rocks during that period of time. Dog Rocks is a very picturesque location with native gum trees growing in mangled formations around these huge boulders.  The late morning sunshine dappling its way through the bush helped make for interesting photographic opportunities.  But the gale force winds presented me with a photographic challenge – that being to ensure my photographs didn’t experience any motion blur; with a high shutter speed and high ISO’s, mission accomplished! Small pockets of openings through the bush revealed expansive views of Harcourt farmlands which looked particularly green due to winter rains. We spent some time here photographing and just simply enjoying the beautiful, scenic surroundings.


 


 
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  


 


 


After leaving Dog Rocks, we drove a little further along and discovered another track leading off Joseph Young Drive which lead up to a historical granite quarry.  Bathing in the late morning sun, we found monstrously huge chucks of granite, stacked around a large-scale quarry piece of machinery.  Opposite the quarry site we found an area where stunning panoramic views looking out across towards Harcourt could be easily photographed. After our departure from this location we spotted another track which lead us to the opposite side of the mountain.  Here we found a smaller granite quarry and once more panoramic views looking out across towards Sutton Grange.


 


 
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 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 mostly hand-held due to the high shutter speed and high ISO camera settings.  For the panoramic views I used low ISO’s and the camera mounted on a tripod with a remote.  I also used my Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and gain GPS location readings.


 


 
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photography from Karen Robinson August 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!


 


 
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photography from Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 Faraday, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Alexander Regional Park – Dog Rocks’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 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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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!