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Countryside Italy, rolling pinstriped grape covered hills, soft warm light, old towns and thin cypress trees.
Cappella Di Vitaleta, Tuscany
Vineyard, Tuscany
Cappella Di Vitaleta, Tuscany
Piazza del Duomo, Florence
Farmhouse, Tuscany
Finally I’m posting my first ever photographs from Scotland, I only lived there for 21 years so it’s about time. The first series of images are from the magnificent Loch Rannoch. You have never experienced midges (small biting insects) until you have been to the moors and Highlands of Scotland in the summer. Unfortunately they really hampered my photo taking on a number of occassions, they are unbearable. However the stunning countryside, wild deer and amazing sunrises made up for it.
A still morning on the edge of Loch Rannoch
Eilean Nam Faoileag Castle, Loch Rannoch
A thick blanket of fog shrouds the surrounding countryside, Loch Rannoch
The prominent peak of Schiehallion, Loch Rannoch
The dark blues and orange colours of sunrise reflecting in the still Loch Rannoch.
A solitary cloud lights up as the sun peaks over the horizon, Loch Rannoch
Here are my entries for this years Epson International Pano Awards, fingers crossed they do well…I could do with my own printer.
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Blue Mountains National Park, only a two hour drive from Sydney, even less if you set off at 3.30am like Tim Wrate, a fellow landscape photographer and I did last month. The early start got us in prime position (Echo Point) for the sunrise over the ‘Three Sisters’ a famous well photographed landmark in the area. After an hour of icy winds the sun had come up and the golden hour was over. The strong cross wind introduced a lot of camera shake ruining some of the panoramic shots, such is life with photography. This one I really like, a simple composition with the morning sun caressing the peak of hill crowned by castle ruins.
After sunrise and the golden hour it was time to head into the woods. A short drive North of Katoomba brings you to the Grand Canyon, a leafy walking track that takes you down into the canyon. After a long steep walk you reach an interesting set of rock steps, a favourite with photographers, making the hard slog a worth while journey. Two massive trees frame the stairs on either side leading the eye into the frame. What a perfect place for a large panorama photograph.
After a hard climb back out of the canyon we drove onto Wentworth Falls and the impressive Valley of the Waters. The walk takes you down past a series of cascading waterfalls and should not be missed on any visit to Sydney. A hard climb back but definitely worth it. This was my third trip here and I’m sure to go back.
Nugget Point on the Otago Coast, South Island, New Zealand offers great views out towards the popular lighthouse as well as back up the coastline. Photographed here as the sun sets behind the hills, rain clouds move along the coastline and soon up to the headland.
Hi guys, here’s a quick round up of what I’ve been up to in the last couple months, and what I have coming up.
Photography Course – new dates
I have locked in two course dates for this month, book now to get my fantastic introductory rate which will expire after these course dates! The two dates are the last until later in the year so don’t delay. I’ve had some really positive feedback from past participants, they managed to shoot great photographs on the day, learnt how to use their cameras in manual mode (scary!) and even had time for some fun. For those of you that don’t already know, the course includes a booklet with all my tips and tricks, a CD with Photoshop and processing video tutorials and most importantly you get to spend 6 magical hours with me taking photos, asking questions and learning my techniques.
For more information and to book a course please visit here.
Manly, Sydney – Saturday 10th July 2010
City, Sydney – Saturday 17th July 2010
Photography Awards
I’ve entered in a couple photography competitions of late working towards official accreditation from the AIPP (Australian Institute of Profession Photography). Of the competitions I entered I won four awards, a Silver at the National AIPP Landscape Photographer of the Year for which I get published in their yearly book, a Silver at the NSW equivalent both for my photo of Flinders Street Station and two bronze awards at this year’s Epson International Photography Pano Awards for my images of Picnic Rocks, Tasmania and Lake Pedder, Tasmania.
New images
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Shelly Beach & Cabbage Tree Bay, Manly, Sydney
A glorious morning down at Cabbage Tree Bay produced several stunning images, two of which are massive panorama’s that would look great in any home. Click the image below to view more new photos from the area.
Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge
The early morning sun lights up the sails of the Opera House, Sydney.
A beautiful, yet subtle sunset gives warmth to the tall buildings of Sydney’s CBD.
Glebe Tram Sheds, Sydney, Australia
What an incredible place, click the image below to read more about the tram sheds and for several more images taken from the day.
European Trip
Armed with my new Canon 5D Mark II at the start of next month I will be leaving for a 3 month trip around Europe. I plan to visit the Greek Islands, South and North Italy, Croatia, Austria, Spain and the UK. If anyone has any photo location tips I would love to hear from you. One I’m really looking forward to is the Isle of Skye in my native Scotland. Keep an eye on my blog for updates and maybe even some videos 
For the photographers out there I’ve posted a capture article and post processing video to show what exactly was involved in creating my star trails image. Photographed at North Head, Manly this photo is made up of several components, painting with a variety of light sources to create a truly unique effect. The star trails is the result of a whopping 30 minute exposure.
That’s it for now, I’ll be posting new images from the Blue Mountains in the coming weeks, if I don’t email you before I leave keep an eye on my blog for updates.
Thanks guys, take care.
Lee
At the North end of Whitehaven Beach lies the Hill Inlet in Queensland idyllic Whitsunday Islands. Whitsunday Island one of 74 in the Whitsundays is world renowned for its pristine white silica sand beaches and neon aqua waters. The serenity is embodied by this massive panoramic photograph and would look truly inspiring on any wall. Photographic prints start from 24″ up to an impressive 90″ (2.3m) or even bigger in canvas.
Hornby Lighthouse on Sydney’s South Head is an iconic lighthouse known for its red and white colours. Perched high above the water its sandstone footings glow in the early morning sun. This horizontal panoramic print is available in a 24″ print and upto 54″ in canvas would be a great addition to any home.
A customer has sent me this image I would like to share with you. It’s a feature wall in his house with my image of Natural Bridge, Springbrook National Park, Queensland printed on wallpaper. It’s over 4 meters wide, crazy huh! It’s a slightly different version than I have on my site, I’ll be sure to post it soon.
