Recently widowed, I decided to travel and photograph the place we both wanted to visit. I packed up my photo equipment and embarked on the journey of a lifetime. Australia, the land down under.
"Twelve Apostles" Rugged beauty of the Australian coastline. The Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia.
Formed by erosion that began 10 to 20 million years ago. The stormy Southern Ocean and blasting winds gradually shape the mainland limestone into majestic landscapes.
"Loch Ard Gorge" Great Ocean Road, Australia
"End of the Day" Princes Pier, Port Melbourne, Australia.
I was almost done with the photoshoot of the pier. The evening turned into the night. All of a sudden, the pier lights behind me lit up and highlighted the pylons in this surrealistic way.
Princes Pier was constructed between 1912 and 1915. In 1916, Princes Pier was used exclusively to berth returning troopships and hospital ships, which bore the wounded home. From 1915 until 1969, it was a major arrival point for new migrants. The pier was also linked by rail to the Port Melbourne railway line. With the containerization boom, the pier became unused and was closed in the early 1990s. The decking was removed, and the original pier pylons were preserved.
"Bondi Sunrise" 5:45 am, Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia.
Bondi Beach, originally "Boondi" is an Aboriginal word describes the meaning as “noise made by sea waves breaking on the beach”. The Bondi is one of Australia’s most iconic beaches. Steady waves draw surfers and hardy locals swim year-round. Trendy, health-conscious Sydneysiders head to laid-back cafes at Hall Street, while backpackers frequent the area's casual pubs. Walkers and joggers use the clifftop trail from Bondi to Coogee Coastal walk, with its rugged scenery.
"Sydney Twilight" Cityscapes: The Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbor, Australia.
The Sydney Opera House is World Heritage listed masterpiece. From conception to completion, the building tested the limits of engineering, construction, and design. Designed by the Danish architect Jørn Utzon and completed by an Australian architectural team led by Peter Hall. Its unique and innovative design represents a breakthrough in modern architecture. The iconic sail like structures have made it a symbol of Sydney and modern Australia. The building was formally opened by Queen Elizabeth II on 20 October 1973.
"The Blue Mountains" New South Wales, Australia
Clear, crisp air and color blue. The Mountains blue hues are from a surprising source - eucalyptus trees. The Blue Mountains are densely populated by oil bearing eucalyptus trees. The air is filled with finely dispersed droplets of oil, which, in combination with rays of light, give color blue.
"Budgie Smugglers" Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia
Since the late 1990s, the term “budgie smugglers” has become synonymous with men's anatomy-hugging, Speedo-style swimwear, which are a common fixture on Australian beaches.
Bondi Beach, originally "Boondi" is an Aboriginal word that describes the meaning as “noise made by sea waves breaking on the beach”. The Bondi is one of Australia’s most iconic beaches. Steady waves draw surfers and hardy locals swim year-round. Trendy, health-conscious Sydneysiders head to laid-back cafes at Hall Street, while backpackers frequent the area's casual pubs. Walkers and joggers use the clifftop trail from Bondi to Coogee Coastal walk, with its rugged scenery.
"Morning Strokes" Bondi Icebergs Swimming Club, Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia.
Australia’s most iconic pool since 1929. The Bondi Icebergs is the only licensed winter swimming club in the world. It was established by a band of local life savers with a desire to maintain their fitness during the winter months.
"Early Birds" 6am, Sunrise at Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia. Bondi Icebergs swimming pool overlooks Bondi Beach. Australia’s most iconic pool since 1929.
Bondi Beach, originally "Boondi" is an Aboriginal word describes the meaning as “noise made by sea waves breaking on the beach”. The Bondi is one of Australia’s most iconic beaches. Steady waves draw surfers and hardy locals swim year-round. Trendy, health-conscious Sydneysiders head to laid-back cafes at Hall Street, while backpackers frequent the area's casual pubs. Walkers and joggers use the clifftop trail from Bondi to Coogee Coastal walk, with its rugged scenery.
"Twelve Apostles" Rugged beauty of the Australian coastline. The Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia.
Formed by erosion that began 10 to 20 million years ago. The stormy Southern Ocean and blasting winds gradually shape the mainland limestone into majestic landscapes.
"The Great Ocean Road" Victoria, Australia
The Great Ocean Road is an Australian National Heritage. 150 miles (240 km) stretch of road along the south-eastern coast of Australia, between the Victorian towns of Torquay and Allansford.
“The Message” Widowed and going through grief, I decided to travel and photograph the place we both wanted to visit. I packed up my photo equipment and embarked on the journey of a lifetime. Australia, the land down under. The first stop is the iconic Bondi Beach in Sydney. While there, I had to dine in at the hip and trendy Speedos Café, located just across the beach. The waiter brought me a green tea matcha with writing "I ❤️ You." I looked at it and thought that's cute. The lady next to me gently leaned over and whispered: “This is from your partner”. I didn’t understand and asked her: “What do you mean?” She leaned more, looked into my eyes, and said: “This is from your partner”.
