Wellington Point
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People often ask me why I like shooting at sunrise and sunset and this is why. Just look at those colours. In my job I am talking to people all day long and my role can be a hectic one so when I am out shooting a scene like this it allows me to wind down and gives me a sense of calm and I always walk away feeling happy and content. I hope that this shows in my images.
Sunset last night was nothing but spectacular!
WP 85 Sunshine on a Cloudy Day
It was raining as I driving to Wellington Point so I very happy that it cleared in time for the sun to set.
First light on a very moody morning at Wellington Point
Friday nights weather event of low fog sitting over Brisbane and Wellington Point. It was thick, it was eerie and it was awesome. Morning rain and storms hit Brisbane and much of South-East QLD during Friday morning which allowed for low level moisture to linger for much of the day as it became trapped under thick cloud and wasn’t allowed to evaporate. As the day progressed, the sun struggled to peak through and this allowed the second chain in the process to occur and that was cold temperatures. Brisbane experienced its coldest day in 3 years yesterday and it doesn’t matter if it wasn’t cold in reality… for the region, it was. The increased moisture caused by showers in the atmosphere allowed for the third chain in the process to occur and thats where the increased moisture mixing with cooler temperatures and surface humidity allows clouds to descend and act as fog. www.google.com.au/?gfe_rd=cr&ei=Q1JhWcChKq_M8geSoq0g&...
Just a touch of colour at sunset at Wellington Point but it was still pretty and still relaxing just to be there.
I thought I had finished shooting for the evening (see previous image) but as I was leaving I found this lovely mangrove tree and couldn't resist getting some shots. In daylight you wouldn't give a second thought to shooting these mangrove trees as they are in the mud and look rather ugly but come sunset they are absolutely beautiful and I feel privileged to be able to photograph them.
2 days ago my good friend Dale Sharpe was killed in a freak car accident in the US. Dale was Gold Coast based and was never happier than when he had a camera in his hand. The love of his life Karlie was his partner in crime and together they were dkphotography. Both avid photographers they travelled the world capturing amazing images. Last year Karlie gave birth to their gorgeous little girl Mia who is now nine months old. It has always been Dale's dream to head to the US and photography their crazy storm season and hopefully capture a tornado. he left 4 weeks ago and the photos that he captured were incredible. He was due to come home this week but whilst travelling in his car he struck a deer. " Dale’s vehicle was disabled on the road and he sought safety calling for assistance. The vehicle started to billow smoke from the engine bay and Dale sought refuge on the side of the road. A passing motorist avoided colliding with the stranded vehicle at the last moment by leaving the road. Dale ran for cover into a ditch, however it’s understood the same oncoming vehicle sought refuge in the same direction simultaneously and he was subsequently struck." To say that I am devastated is an understatement. Dale was not only talented he was larger than life, he was funny, always so happy and ALWAYS there to help other photographers. He would respond to questions no matter where in the world he was. A friend and I did a half day photography course with him last year just the 3 of us and it was meant to finish just after sunset - we were still with him at midnight! that was Dale, so generous with his time and he LOVED a good chat. RIP Dale, I will never forget chasing storms with you whether it was in person or watching you online. Whenever I see a storm or a gorgeous sunset I will think of you. For those of you who didn't have the privilege of knowing Dale or seeing his work please click on the link below. www.instagram.com/dkphotographyau/ if you knew Dale I would really appreciate it if you could donate to help Karlie with the costs of bringing him home. au.gofundme.com/dale-sharpe-legacy-fund if you would like to purchase this image please contact me, all proceeds will be donated to the above fund.
What a peaceful way to end what was an incredibly hectic frantic day. Ahhhhh I feel better now :)
This Niash Maui board was begging for someone to take it out for a spin but in the meantime I was really lucky to be able to shoot it as the sun was setting. The light was really pretty.
Children enjoying the last light of the day and also the last of the warm weather .
This fisherman may not have caught any fish but he caught the best sunset of the year.
People often ask me why I like shooting at sunrise and sunset and this is why. Just look at those colours. In my job I am talking to people all day long and my role can be a hectic one so when I am out shooting a scene like this it allows me to wind down and gives me a sense of calm and I always walk away feeling happy and content. I hope that this shows in my images.
Sunset itself ended up being a bit of a fizzer toight but after the sun went down the colours in the south just lit up so beautifully. I found this old tree trunk stuck in the mud and I think it added a point of interest to the shot. What do you think?
An absolutely stunning and tranquil way to end a day.
Playing with light
WP 75 Where You Lead I Will Follow
Lots of people out enjoying the sunshine after all the rain this week
Wow what an incredible sunset last night. Thank you to these 2 fishermen who allowed me to photograph them. They are visiting from Durban in South Africa and just loved the sunset, they didn't catch any fish but they certainly caught the best sunset of the year.
Last night's sunset was nothing short of spectacular! this was taken looking towards King Island at Wellington Point. The lights you see on the left are the Port of Brisbane
Wellington Point at low tide is never boring, sometimes you get wonderful reflections other times you get great sand patterns and you also get get lots of interesting subjects with loads of people taking walks over to King Island.
Wellington Point is so loved these days - even at 4.30am there are boaties, kayakers and runners aplenty not to mention photographers.
A reverse sunset at Wellington Point last week. I always feel so blessed that I live here in the Redlands as we have so many beautiful places to photograph.
Enjoying the view
A stunning rainbow appeared after the storm passed over last Friday afternoon. I saw this scene as I arrived so I just grabbed the camera and ran. I just love the rays from the rainbow.