BEHIND THE LENS
Here, I share part of the stories and adventures behind some of my favourite images, and my thoughts on various photography-related matters that are important to me (and hopefully, to you too).
Capturing Emotions in Landscapes: Mood, Light and Storytelling
Some landscapes don’t just catch our eye — they catch something deeper. A hush of light, a curve of land, a shift in the air… and suddenly, we feel it. Peace. Wonder. Or a stirring deep inside us that we just can’t quite name.
These are the moments we long to hold onto — to share with others through a single frame. But translating our feelings into a photograph — capturing not just what we saw, but what we felt — is one of the quiet challenges of landscape photography.
The Ethics of Wildlife Photography: Respecting Nature with Every Click
If you enjoy bird and wildlife photography, there’s probably no denying that it’s wildly addictive — and a healthy addiction is! The thrill of spotting a flash of feathers, the quiet tension of lining up the shot, the silent cheer when your subject stays just long enough for one more frame… It’s magic.
But as nature photographers, we carry more than just our cameras — we carry responsibility.
Taken By A Rogue Wave
Gibson Steps, Port Campbell National Park - walking along the beach here is just awe-inspiring. But a recent accident here will forever taint my love of this place with some unpleasant memories.
No Risk, No Reward
Getting the right composition requires getting in the right position. At times, this means taking some measured risks. That’s all part of the adventure!
Chasing Waterfalls
Top tip for capturing Champagne Falls: weave your way amongst the slippery rocks…and don’t fall over. Got it.
The Journey & the Destination
I think behind every good photo, there’s usually a good story. A great landscape photo usually tells a story about the destination, rather than the journey. But the story of the journey, although not captured through the lens of a camera, can make the destination so much more special and memorable.
Saving Blue Hour
When poor planning left me racing against time to capture my image of The Cathedral, in the early light that peeps through somewhere between the end of blue hour and the start of golden hour.
What’s In My Camera Bag?
What I carry with me will depend on where I’m going. If it involves hiking over an hour to a location, I’ll travel as light as possible. Otherwise, I’m happy to lug around some extra kilos with my “nice to have” gear for that “just in case” event.