Author Archives: Mike

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About Mike

A recently retired "Baby Boomer" , looking forward to having more time for my photography and travel.

100 days on the road, and a change in plans.

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Mike

Yesterday marked the 100th day since I hit the road, and I realised just how much more there was to see in this huge country. I bought a map of Australia, and I highlighted all the roads I’ve travelled on … Continue reading →

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I love my fish-eye

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Mike

When I was suffering from Gear Acquisition Syndrome one of the earliest items I bought was a fish-eye lens. I’ve always liked the eyecatching effect but could never justify the cost of the Nikon item for a “toy” lens, until … Continue reading →

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To the gates of Hell, and beyond.

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Mike

In summer this probably would feel like Hell, but it was just a mild 38C when I took this photo at Hell’s Gate station, on the Hay Plains. (photo taken with 8mm fisheye lens)

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Sydney or the bush ?

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Mike

For non Australians reading this, “Sydney or the bush is a phrase describing two vastly different choices or paths. For me, it’s a no-brainer, a few days in Sydney is more than enough ! So I am heading bush, heading … Continue reading →

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More from the Mardi Gras parade

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Mike

A few more photos of the parade: If you are interested, there are many more photos at my pbase gallery :http://www.pbase.com/mike_n/gay_and_lesbian_mardi_gras_2013 Some of the spectators dressed up for the event too, and most were happy to pose for the camera, … Continue reading →

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Walking on the wild side.

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Mike

I was in Sydney on the weekend, so I went along to watch the annual Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade, along with a hundred thousand or so other people ! Despite the inclement weather the streets were packed to watch … Continue reading →

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