"Instructions for living a life: Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it." – Mary Oliver

Category: Photography

  • 1 Second Everyday

    1 Second Everyday

    A number of years ago I read about the man who had videoed 1s everyday for ten years. While it would be pretty cool to have that, I know my limits, but I have done various shorter durations over the years. I use the 1 Second Everyday App which makes it really easy. I did…

  • I Saw The Southern Lights!

    I Saw The Southern Lights!

    I’ve been feeling pretty disappointed about missing out on seeing the Southern Lights in May 2024 when there was such a big storm and a great opportunity to see them in Melbourne. I knew the sun’s active phase should soon draw to a close and I’d missed a few more Melbourne sightings. G has been…

  • Everyday Objects: Doors

    Everyday Objects: Doors

    One of the photography projects on my 101 List is an everyday objects series. The idea was to pick something that I would see around the neighbourhood (or when travelling) and look out for those objects as I go about my days. When I was in the UK I decided to make doors one of my objects.…

  • Wales Day 8: Skomer Island

    Wales Day 8: Skomer Island

    Friday May 9th 2025 I had been looking forward to our day trip to Skomer Island since I’d found out Puffins would be on the island when we were in Wales. Skomer Island Day Trips leave from Martins Haven (just under an hours drive from St Davids). I booked our tickets in early March, luckily,…