BEHIND THE LENS

Here, I share part of the stories and adventures behind some of my favourite images.

Taken By A Rogue Wave
Valerie Misa Valerie Misa

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.

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No Risk, No Reward
Valerie Misa Valerie Misa

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!

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Chasing Waterfalls
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Chasing Waterfalls

Top tip for capturing Champagne Falls: weave your way amongst the slippery rocks…and don’t fall over. Got it.

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The Journey & the Destination
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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.

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Saving Blue Hour
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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.

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What’s In My Camera Bag?
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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.

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