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Photography 2020 – Landscape/Garden: “My Photographic Story of Trees within Victoria – Australia” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

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INTRODUCTION

During my photography adventures over the years with my hubby throughout the State of Victoria – Australia, I have photographed many images which strongly feature trees.  Trees whether in gardens, lining country or suburban streets, whether lining parcels of land of farmers, or trees that are found in forests and reserves – all serve an important part of our natural world.  They are the homes of many animals, birds and insects, they deserve our respect and need our help to be protected.

As a landscape photographer, trees are an important focal point in any photograph.  Some help to frame the image and others offer different colour and shape contrast. They can be stark and barren, lush and green with plentiful leafing; they can arrear like statues or sculptures upon the landscape or within a garden scene.  They can be towering in height like giant monsters or like delicate ballerina’s dancing in the wind, and at times appear like ghostly figures in mist and fog.  Some show signs of suffering from fire, floods, high winds and human degradation. A tree isolated can appear lonely and sad, but when they stand together they then appear like an impenetrable army that can be overwhelming, and leave us feeling small and insignificant! All these attributes of trees help to tell a visual story about the location in which they feature. They are life-sustaining, survivors, they are magnificent…

 

Please find here below a small selection of trees I have photographed over the years…

 

Daylesford Region, Victoria – Australia_ Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com June 2017. Comments: Husband and I visiting the region to take photographs on this beautiful, fresh winter’s day.
Melbourne, Victoria – Australia “Docklands Waterfront” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com December 17, 2017. Comments: Out-and-about early Sunday morning photographing scenes around the Yarra River Harbour water’s edge at Docklands.
Cardina Shire, Victoria – Australia ‘Toorongo Falls Reserve’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com – April 2017. Comments: My hubby, daughter and I stopped to visit the region of Toorongo Falls where green large ferns are plentiful, and tall gum trees reflect the late afternoon sun off their papery trunks, and the Toorongo River quickly passes by within this heavenly beautiful location.
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.
Seaview Region, Melbourne – Australia “Grand Ridge Road Region” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com October 17, 2017. NB: Day trip with hubby to visit this beautiful region at its best when all is green before the summer turns it brown.
Seaview Region, Melbourne – Australia “Grand Ridge Road Region” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com October 17, 2017. NB: Day trip with hubby to visit this beautiful region at its best when all is green before the summer turns it brown.
Olinda, Victoria – Australia. Cloudehill Gardens Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Feb 2017.
Elsternwick, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com September 10, 2017 Comments: My hubby and I with the Craigieburn Camera Club at Rippon Lea House and Gardens. “It is one of Australia’s finest grand suburban estates and the first to achieve National Heritage Listing, recognising its unique significance. The historic mansion is located within a vast pleasure garden of sweeping lawns that cover more than 14 acres and features a windmill, lookout tower, heritage orchard, lake, waterfall, fernery and more!” Photograph featuring garden looking over lake.
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bushlands. Featuring Californian Red Woods at Beech Forest.
Seaview Region, Melbourne – Australia “Grand Ridge Road Region” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com October 17, 2017. NB: Day trip with hubby to visit this beautiful region at its best when all is green before the summer turns it brown.
Whittlesea, Victoria – Australia ‘Farmlands & Mount Disappointment State Forest Region’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017
Cardina Shire, Victoria – Australia ‘Toorongo Falls Reserve’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com – April 2017. Comments: My hubby, daughter and I stopped to visit the region of Toorongo Falls where green large ferns are plentiful, and tall gum trees reflect the late afternoon sun off their papery trunks, and the Toorongo River quickly passes by within this heavenly beautiful location.
Elsternwick, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com_September 10, 2017 Comments: My hubby and I with the Craigieburn Camera Club at Rippon Lea House and Gardens. “It is one of Australia’s finest grand suburban estates and the first to achieve National Heritage Listing, recognising its unique significance. The historic mansion is located within a vast pleasure garden of sweeping lawns that cover more than 14 acres and features a windmill, lookout tower, heritage orchard, lake, waterfall, fernery and more!” Photograph featuring old tree.
Yan Yean Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 2017 Aug 27 Comments: Chilly Winter’s day on Ridge Road looking south across the farming region of Yan Yean towards Arthurs Creek.
Gooram, Victoria – Australia ‘Seven Creeks Wildlife Reserve’ Photographed by Karen Robinson Dec 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com NB. All images are protected by copyright laws. Comments: We stopped for lunch amongst the tranquil surroundings of the Seven Creeks and view the Gooram Falls.
Hesket, Victoria – Australia ‘Sanatorium Lake’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018
Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Rainy Day Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 Comments: This Photograph was taken from the back of the Mount Macedon Hotel, looking out from the broad veranda towards the gardens. It was raining heavily which can be seen behind this very old oak tree.
Glenrowan and Moyhu Road, Victoria – Australia
Strath Creek Region, Victoria – Australia_’Valley of a Thousand Hills’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com May 2017 Comments: Day photographing with my daughter and husband who kindly drove us location to location.
Glenrowan, Victoria – Australia ‘Local Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 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.
Olinda, Victoria – Australia. Cloudehill Gardens Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Feb 2017.
Werribee, Victoria – Australia ‘Werribee State Gorge State Park’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com June/July 2017. Comments: Werribee Gorge offers spectacular views, rugged natural beauty with bushwalking and rock climbing for those fit enough – my hubby and I did the walking!
Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018
Seaview Region, Melbourne – Australia “Grand Ridge Road Region” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com October 17, 2017. NB: Day trip with hubby to visit this beautiful region at its best when all is green before the summer turns it brown.
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bush-lands. Featuring views at Moonlight Head.
Olinda, Victoria – Australia. Cloudehill Gardens Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Feb 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
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.
Seaview Region, Melbourne – Australia “Grand Ridge Road Region” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com October 17, 2017. NB: Day trip with hubby to visit this beautiful region at its best when all is green before the summer turns it brown.
Lerderderg, Victoria – Australia ‘Mackenzies Flat Picnic Area – Lerderderg State Forest’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com – Feb 2017
Cheshunt, Victoria – Australia ‘King River near Hamiltons Bridge’ Photographed by Karen Robinson Jan 2018
Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Rainy Day Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018
Mickleham, Victoria – Australia ‘Sunset over Farmland’ Photographed by Karen Robinson NB All images are protected by copyright laws_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com December 11, 2017 Comments: Beautiful summer evening photographing the sunset during the ‘golden hour’. It was quiet and the air fresh; I found myself completely immersed in my creativity.
Elsternwick, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com September 10, 2017 Comments: My hubby and I with the Craigieburn Camera Club at Rippon Lea House and Gardens. “It is one of Australia’s finest grand suburban estates and the first to achieve National Heritage Listing, recognising its unique significance. The historic mansion is located within a vast pleasure garden of sweeping lawns that cover more than 14 acres and features a windmill, lookout tower, heritage orchard, lake, waterfall, fernery and more!” Photograph featuring hubby standing by the base of a huge Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Woodlands fallen gum tree
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bushlands. Featuring Californian Red Woods at Beech Forest.
Mount Macedon, Victoria – Australia ‘Duneira Heritage Garden’ Photographed by Karen Robinson April 2019 Comments – A beautiful Autumn day with hubby at these magnificent gardens where tall trees are the dominating feature. Photograph featuring tall trees shedding their leaves.
Hesket, Victoria – Australia ‘Sanatorium Lake’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018
Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Rainy Day Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018
Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bushlands. Featuring Californian Red Woods at Beech Forest.
Olinda, Victoria – Australia. Cloudehill Gardens Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Feb 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.
Blackwood, Victoria – Australia ‘Shaws Lake – Lerderderg’_Photographed by Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com_Feb 2017
Cardina Shire, Victoria – Australia ‘Toorongo Falls Reserve’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com – April 2017. Comments: My hubby, daughter and I stopped to visit the region of Toorongo Falls where green large ferns are plentiful, and tall gum trees reflect the late afternoon sun off their papery trunks, and the Toorongo River quickly passes by within this heavenly beautiful location.
Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Rainy Day Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018
Seaview Region, Melbourne – Australia “Grand Ridge Road Region” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com October 17, 2017. NB: Day trip with hubby to visit this beautiful region at its best when all is green before the summer turns it brown.
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bush-lands. Featuring views at Moonlight Head.
Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Rainy Day Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018
Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Beautiful lighting with small hallow of land surrounded by gum trees
Gooram, Victoria – Australia
Yan Yean Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 2017 Aug 27 Comments: Chilly Winter’s day just off Ridge Road at Yan Yean Top Lookout – Yan Yean Reservoir Park. Featured here Black Wattle Trees, among the tallest of the wattles.
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bushlands. Featuring views around Seacroft Historic Ocean Front Home at Sugarloaf at sunset.
Cheshunt, Victoria – Australia ‘King River near Hamiltons Bridge’ Photographed by Karen Robinson Jan 2018
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bushlands. Featuring Erskine Falls region at the Great Otway National Park.
Tabilk, Victoria – Australia ‘Tahbilk Winery and Wetlands’ Photographs by Karen Robinson March 2018
Wallan Region, Victoria – Australia “Rural Landscape”_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com July 2017. Comments: Day out with daughter photographing landscape and wildlife on a beautiful winter’s day.
The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bushlands. Featuring views from Great Ocean Road between Lorne and Apollo Bay.
Gooram, Victoria – Australia ‘Seven Creeks Wildlife Reserve’ Photographed by Karen Robinson Dec 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com NB. All images are protected by copyright laws. Comments: We stopped for lunch amongst the tranquil surroundings of the Seven Creeks and view the Gooram Falls.
King Valley, Victoria – Australia ‘Cattle Grazing Fields’
Elsternwick, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com September 10, 2017 Comments: My hubby and I with the Craigieburn Camera Club at Rippon Lea House and Gardens. “It is one of Australia’s finest grand suburban estates and the first to achieve National Heritage Listing, recognising its unique significance. The historic mansion is located within a vast pleasure garden of sweeping lawns that cover more than 14 acres and features a windmill, lookout tower, heritage orchard, lake, waterfall, fernery and more!” Photograph featuring very old tree surrounded by flowering bulbs.
Greenvale, Victoria – Australia ‘Woodlands Historic Park’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 – Beautiful lighting with small hallow of land surrounded by gum trees
Olinda, Victoria – Australia. Cloudehill Gardens Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Feb 2017.
Daylesford Region, Victoria – Australia “Mount Franklin – Birch Trees”_ Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com June 2017. Comments: Husband and I visiting the region to take photographs on this beautiful, fresh winter’s day.

 

Cardina Shire, Victoria – Australia ‘Toorongo Falls Reserve’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com – April 2017. Comments: My hubby, daughter and I stopped to visit the region of Toorongo Falls where green large ferns are plentiful, and tall gum trees reflect the late afternoon sun off their papery trunks, and the Toorongo River quickly passes by within this heavenly beautiful location.

 

CONCLUSION

Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world and the creatures it inhabits – really does rejuvenate the body and soul. Photography is just another way to improve one’s sense of wellbeing and at the same time – be creative!

Happy photography all – © Karen Robinson – April 2020

 

 



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 2020 – Landscape:  “Teddys’ Outlook, Lorne, Victoria – Australia” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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Teddy’s Outlook, Great Ocean Road, Lorne, Victoria – Australia.  Camera Settings:  Exposure 1/200 sec at f/8.0, Focal Length 57mm, ISO 100, Camera Make Sony – Model ILCE-7M2, Lens FE 24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS and developed image in Lightroom Classic.


 


 


INTRODUCTION


We are living in a strange time in history.  The coronavirus has, is and will continue to influence how we go about our daily lives for some time to come!  For hubby and me, its only a matter of staying at home until otherwise advised except for medical needs, food requirements and daily walks around our neighbourhood.  We know we are fortunate but at highrisk being over the age of 65 years of age now – so no photography adventures outside our garden and house until further notice from our Australian government.


Our Craigieburn Camera Club has been helping us photographers stay active by giving us a weekly task to achieve.  This week we had to find a photograph from our archives and see if we could make improvements, or find one we may have overlooked and develop.  As I was scrolling through my Lightroom Classic Catalogue I came across the above photograph which I had overlooked back in 2017.  Noticing that it was sharp and had beautiful lighting I decided to process it.  It’s a photograph taken from Teddy’s Outlook at Lorne on the Great Ocen Road, Victoria – Australia.  The lighting allowed for me to be able to create a beautiful composition of this iconic scenic ocean view.


 


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. Also used 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 use a BH-40 Ballhead for my tripod which helps make taking my photographs not just easier but much more enjoyable. During these photography adventures, I use an Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and to ensure I gain GPS location readings.


 


CONCLUSION


Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world and the creatures it inhabits – really does rejuvenate the body and soul. But over the months to come – these adventures will need to be put on hold.  It will be a time to discover home photography – perhaps Macro!  Photography is just another way to improve one’s sense of wellbeing and at the same time – be creative!


Happy photography all – © Karen Robinson – April 2020


 


 




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 2020 – Landscape:  “Daylesford Region, Victoria – Australia” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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INTRODUCTION


We are living in a strange time in history.  The coronavirus has, is and will continue to influence how we go about our daily lives for some time to come!  For hubby and me, its only a matter of staying at home until otherwise advised except for medical needs, food requirements and daily walks around our neighbourhood.  We know we are fortunate but at highrisk being over the age of 65 years of age now – so no photography adventures outside our garden and house until further notice from our Australian government.


Our Craigieburn Camera Club has been helping us photographers stay active by giving us a weekly task to achieve.  This week we had to find a photograph from our archives and see if we could make improvements, or find one we may have overlooked and develop.  As I was scrolling through my Lightroom Classic Catalogue I came across the above photograph which I had overlooked back in 2017.  Noticing that it was sharp and had beautiful lighting I decided to process it.  It’s a photograph taken from Mount Franklin, Daylesford region, Victoria – Australia.  The evening sunset lit up great swaths of landscape with its golden light creating a most beautiful visual feast.


 


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. Also used 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 use a BH-40 Ballhead for my tripod which helps make taking my photographs not just easier but much more enjoyable. During these photography adventures, I use an Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and to ensure I gain GPS location readings.


 


CONCLUSION


Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world and the creatures it inhabits – really does rejuvenate the body and soul. But over the months to come – these adventures will need to be put on hold.  It will be a time to discover home photography – perhaps Macro!  Photography is just another way to improve one’s sense of wellbeing and at the same time – be creative!


Happy photography all – © Karen Robinson – April 2020


 


 




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 2020 – Landscape:  “Hells Hole Track at Mount Macedon, Victoria – Australia” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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INTRODUCTION


Hubby and I embarked on a short photography adventure to Mount Macedon, Victoria – Australia Macedon Regional Park Region just prior to having to stay at home due to the spread of Corona Virus.  We drove along a deserted track called Hells Hole. We found a beautiful lush green forest.  Fern ground cover and tall spindly trees helped to create a magical environment.  A wonderful retreat for natural wildlife! We are going to miss these times and hopefully this time next year, all of this part of our history will be over and we all have the chance to return to some kind of normalcy… 


 


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


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. Also used 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 use a BH-40 Ballhead for my tripod which helps make taking my photographs not just easier but much more enjoyable. During these photography adventures, I use an Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and to ensure I gain GPS location readings.


 


THE PHOTOGRAPHS


On my return home, I downloaded all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic.  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 here above, 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. But over the months to come – these adventures will need to be put on hold.  It will be a time to discover home photography – perhaps Macro!  Photography is just another way to improve one’s sense of wellbeing and at the same time – be creative!


Happy photography all – © Karen Robinson – March 2020


 


 




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 2020 – Black and White/Monochrome:  “Images taken within the State of Victoria – Australia” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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Taking into account that hubby and I will need to put on hold any photography adventures that involve travel for some time during this year 2020, I have decided to blog about the black and white/monochrome photographs I have taken and amassed over recent years during our past photography adventures. They consist of many and varying subject matters from landscapes, garden, seascapes, city/streetscapes, abstraction, animals and birds, and people!  All photographs have been taken within the State of Victoria Australia. Details relating to each photograph above and below can be found by just hovering over the image where a small window will appear with relevant details about that specific image.


It is interesting when deciding to make a photograph into a black and white image – how it changes its story, focus and mood!  While I am a great lover of colour, there are times when I find myself really enjoying developing an image as a black and white.  Seeing how by taking away colour and introducing varying shades of black and white can transform an image into a completely different creative outcome!  Over time, this process has had me actually anticipating when a scene would work best in black and white rather than colour.  This approach has meant I have been able to do better at getting what I creatively want rather than just waiting to make the decision to do black and white during the development progress!


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT USED


During these photography adventures – I have used my compact system camera, a Sony A7 Mark II – Full Frame with a Sony A FE24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens or a Sigma150-600mm F5-6.3 DGOS HSM with a Sigma Mount Converter MC-11. Also would have used my Right Angle L Plate Bracket for my camera so that I could turn it to do portraits or landscape photographs more easily which has worked a treat.  I use a BH-40 Ballhead for my tripod which helps make taking my photographs not just easier but much more enjoyable. During these photography adventures, I use an Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and to ensure I gain GPS location readings.


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


THE PHOTOGRAPHS


On my return home, my usual practice is to download all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic.  I develop just the photographs I feel are the best and/or should be included because they help tell the story about that particular photography adventure. During the process of developing them, I am able to see what I need to address during my next photographic adventure.   Please find here above and below all the black and white/monochrome photographs I have taken over the years and amassed here for you to view.


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 Port Fairy, Victoria – Australia ‘Griffiths Island’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 – Karen Robinson Photographing 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 The Great Ocean Road, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson August, 2017 Comments: My husband and I decided to take a car drive one Sunday, along part of this iconic road which features some of the most stunning beaches and ocean views. It was a beautiful winter’s day with the sun shining it’s best; interesting skies and long sandy beaches – a visual feast! The fresh, softly blowing sea air filled our aging lungs; the whole experience rejuvenating our soul. s… http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
 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. 
 
 
  
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Miners Rest, Victoria – Australia ‘Full Flight Birds of Prey’ Photographed by Karen Robinson April 2018 – Barking Owl 
 
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Maldon Railway Trains’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 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. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Rainy Day Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Lerderderg, Victoria – Australia ‘Mackenzies Flat Picnic Area – Lerderderg State Forest’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com – Feb 2017 
 
 
  
 
  
 Glenrowan, Victoria – Australia ‘Local Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 The Great Ocean Road, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson August, 2017 Comments: My husband and I decided to take a car drive one Sunday, along part of this iconic road which features some of the most stunning beaches and ocean views. It was a beautiful winter’s day with the sun shining it’s best; interesting skies and long sandy beaches – a visual feast! The fresh, softly blowing sea air filled our ageing lungs; the whole experience rejuvenating our souls http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Beveridge, Victoria – Australia ‘View from Golf Course’ Photographed by Karen Robinson April 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Olinda, Victoria – Australia. Cloudehill Gardens Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Feb 2017. 
 
 
  
 
  
 Porcupine Flat, Victoria – Australia ‘Dredge and Dragline Historical Site’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 Craigieburn, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November, 2017 Comments: A couple of hours with the Craigieburn Camera Club taking photographs of an Albino Darwin Carpet Python, Angle-Headed Dragon, Blotched Blue-Tongue Lizard, Magnificent Tree Frog, Shingleback Lizard, Tawny Frogmouth Owl and a Leaf Stick Insect – all provided by Aussie Wildlife Displays – Australian Animals. http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Featuring Angle-Headed Dragon 
 
 
  
 
  
 Nulla Vale, Victoria – Australia ‘Large Boulder Region’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Lerderderg, Victoria – Australia ‘Mackenzies Flat Picnic Area – Lerderderg State Forest’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com – Feb 2017 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Gooram, Victoria – Australia 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 Miners Rest, Victoria – Australia ‘Full Flight Birds of Prey’ Photographed by Karen Robinson April 2018 – Whistling Kite 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 Strathbogie, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Wombat Lookout Region’ March 2018 
 
 
  
 Craigieburn, Victoria – Australia ‘Car, Truck and Bike Show’ Feb 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 Kinglake West, Victoria – Australia ‘Masons Falls’ Photographed by Karen Robinson August 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 The Great Ocean Road, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson August, 2017 Comments: My husband and I decided to take a car drive one Sunday, along part of this iconic road which features some of the most stunning beaches and ocean views. It was a beautiful winter’s day with the sun shining it’s best; interesting skies and long sandy beaches – a visual feast! The fresh, softly blowing sea air filled our aging lungs; the whole experience rejuvenating our soul. s… http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com 
 
 
  
 Craigieburn, Victoria – Australia ‘Car, Truck and Bike Show’ Feb 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Rainy Day Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 Craigieburn, Victoria – Australia ‘Car, Truck and Bike Show’ Feb 2018 
 
 
  
 Miners Rest, Victoria – Australia ‘Full Flight Birds of Prey’ Photographed by Karen Robinson April 2018 – Wedged Tailed Eagle 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 Miners Rest, Victoria – Australia ‘Full Flight Birds of Prey’ Photographed by Karen Robinson April 2018 – Brown Goshawk 
 
 
  
 Docklands Melbourne, Victoria – Australia ‘Craigieburn Camera Club Night Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Maldon Railway Trains’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
 Miners Rest, Victoria – Australia ‘Full Flight Birds of Prey’ Photographed by Karen Robinson April 2018 – Brown Goshawk 
 
 
  
 Melbourne, Victoria – Australia “Docklands Waterfront” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com December 17, 2017. Comments: Out-and-about early Sunday morning photographing scenes around the Yarra River Harbour water’s edge at Docklands. 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 Williamstown, Victoria – Australia ‘Port Phillip Bay’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Feb 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. 
 
 
  
 Thornton, Victoria – Australia ‘Goulburn River’ Photographed by Karen Robinson March 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Craigieburn, Victoria – Australia ‘Car, Truck and Bike Show’ Feb 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Elsternwick, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com September 10, 2017 Comments: My hubby and I with the Craigieburn Camera Club at Rippon Lea House and Gardens. “It is one of Australia’s finest grand suburban estates and the first to achieve National Heritage Listing, recognising its unique significance. The historic mansion is located within a vast pleasure garden of sweeping lawns that cover more than 14 acres and features a windmill, lookout tower, heritage orchard, lake, waterfall, fernery and more!” Photograph featuring lady statue in Conservatory – Black and White Photograph. 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Strathbogie, Victoria – Australia ‘Mount Wombat Lookout Region’ March 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Port Fairy, Victoria – Australia ‘Griffiths Island’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 – Black and White Photograph Wetlands 
 
 
  
 The Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria – Australia_Photographed by Karen Robinson November 2017 http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com Comments: My Hubby and I joined a group of enthusiastic Craigieburn Camera Club Photographers on a Three-Day Trip along the Great Ocean Road and Regional areas – to take photographs of wide oceans, sunrises, sunsets, significant coastal landmarks, waterfalls, wildlife and rural bushlands. Featuring Erskine Falls region at the Great Otway National Park. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Whittlesea, Victoria – Australia ‘Farmlands & Mount Disappointment State Forest Region’ Photographed by © Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com March 2017 
 
 
  
 Milawa, Victoria – Australia ‘King Valley Balloon Festival Sunrise’ Photographed by Karen Robinson June 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Maldon Railway Trains’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 Daylesford Region, Victoria – Australia_ Photographed by ©Karen Robinson http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com June 2017. Comments: Husband and I visiting the region to take photographs on this beautiful, fresh winter’s day. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Rainy Day Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Seaview Region, Melbourne – Australia “Grand Ridge Road Region” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected_ http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com October 17, 2017. NB: Day trip with hubby to visit this beautiful region at its best when all is green before the summer turns it brown. 
 
 
  
 
  
 Melbourne, Victoria – Australia “Docklands Waterfront” Photographed by Karen Robinson NB Copyright Protected http://www.idoartkarenrobinson.com December 17, 2017. Comments: Out-and-about early Sunday morning photographing scenes around the Yarra River Harbour water’s edge at Docklands. 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 Seymour, Victoria – Australia ‘Goulburn River’ Photographed by Karen Robinson Jun 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Kilcunda, Victoria – Australia ‘Bass Coast’ 
 
 
  
 
  
 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 
 
 
  
 
  
 Mount Macedon – Victoria – Australia ‘Rainy Day Photography’ Photographed by Karen Robinson May 2018 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Healesville, Victoria – Australia ‘Healesville Sanctuary – Visit No.1’ Photographed by Karen Robinson September 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 Miners Rest, Victoria – Australia ‘Full Flight Birds of Prey’ Photographed by Karen Robinson April 2018 – Kestrel 
 
 
  
  
 
 
  
 Maldon, Victoria – Australia ‘Maldon Railway Trains’ Photographed by Karen Robinson July 2018 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
  
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 Lerderderg, Victoria – Australia ‘Mackenzies Flat Picnic Area – Lerderderg State Forest’_Photographed by ©Karen Robinson_www.idoartkarenrobinson.com – Feb 2017 
 
 
  
  


 


 


CONCLUSION


Being out-and-about experiencing the natural wonders of the world and the creatures it inhabits – really does rejuvenate the body and soul. While during early 2020 we will be limited to how much we will be able to get out-and-about, I will endeavour to find other ways to undertake photographic creativity from within our home environment – hopefully!


Happy photography all – © Karen Robinson – March 2020


 


 




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 2020 – Landscape:  “Early Morning Mist at Mount Macedon, Victoria – Australia” Written and Photographed by Karen Robinson

			
						

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INTRODUCTION


Troubling times and with the constant concern of either catching the Corona Virus and/or becoming a carrier of it means we currently live in fear and uncertainty. Its times like these that I revert back to my old mantra ‘doing something each day that ticks the happy box‘ to ensure I can maintain a good sense of wellbeing both in body and soul. So I can be a positive influence within my family circle and one with those I have some sort of relationship with – be it work or hobby-wise.  So hubby and I decided to do a photography adventure back to a region we had visited so time ago – Mount Macedon, Victoria – Australia.  Now we didn’t make contact with other people, respecting the requirement of ‘social distancing‘ which meant a drive through Mount Macedon Regional Park around the Sanatorium Lake area was perfect – not a soul to be seen.  And this was before more stringent community requirements had been put in place. The early morning drive through this beautiful region revealed misty forests and lush green vegetation.  We drove along mostly unfrequented tracks and roads – truly magical, tranquil and spiritually rejuvenating experience.


 


Special Note:  Thank you to all those in the service of helping people be safe, recover from illness, help keep us in supplies of food and other necessities … sincerely and with much gratitude…from us photography adventurers!


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


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. Also used 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 use a BH-40 Ballhead for my tripod which helps make taking my photographs not just easier but much more enjoyable. During these photography adventures, I use an Apple iPhone 8 Plus mobile phone for quick spontaneous photographs and to ensure I gain GPS location readings.


 


 
 
 
  
 
  
  


 


 


THE PHOTOGRAPHS


On my return home, I downloaded all the photographs into Adobe Lightroom Classic.  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 here 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 – March 2020


 


 




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!