Photography is very much a thing of chance for those of us who do nature and garden photography. It's about being in the right place at the right time, and always being ready for an opportunity. So, that means, ALWAYS having your camera with you, no matter what. Even when I go wandering around my garden (a 2 acre property) I always have a camera … [Read more...] about Being in the right place at the right time
Winner!
Earlier this year I entered an image into the Bendigo Bank Calendar Photo Competition and a couple of weeks ago received an email to say I was a finalist. Good - was happy about that. The presentation evening was Wednesday this week and my husband accompanied me to the special night. Many others there in expectation, children, teenagers and … [Read more...] about Winner!
Building a Fishpond
In January 2014 we built a fish pond outside our bedroom window. It had been something we'd been thinking about ever since we shifted in, in 2009. I've had a fish pond in every home I've owned over the past almost 40 years. This one took two whole days and my husband, our son-in-law Ben, and his father, Dave, assisted with the project. We were very … [Read more...] about Building a Fishpond
Garden Photobook – a gift for a loved one
I love photographing people's gardens, capturing the essence of their styles and what makes them happy. Recently I photographed the garden of an 85 year old who was leaving the region to live with family elsewhere. She'd been in her home and garden over 40 years so it's a big thing for her to leave. She was also a sculptress in her younger years … [Read more...] about Garden Photobook – a gift for a loved one
Camellia and Garden Show
Recently I attended the annual Camellia and Garden Show, being held in Mount Waverley, Victoria. I went with a small group of photographers from one of my photography groups. I love going out to events like this and it was obviously a popular event, with lots in attendance. Below are some of the images I captured on the day and I hope you enjoy … [Read more...] about Camellia and Garden Show