A hero of mine for street photography, Thorsten von Overgaard says ‘When I have something where it is timeless, it could be 1930 or 2014, nobody can really tell and it doesn’t really matter, that’s a good photograph.’ For me I think this shot from Lambeth in London is true...
Sometimes when taking photos out on the street there is a sudden moment you just need to capture. For me, this shot captures a level of emotion and tells a story of the lady visiting and everyone else. Everything just worked, and I only have to snap 1 shot to...
I chose this angle for my photo of Winston Churchill to convey the powerful, protectionist reassuring watchfulness of Churchill’s leadership over Britain. I like the way he is there, overlooking Parliament house. A remarkable statesman, a visionary leader, and an unwavering champion of freedom, Churchill’s indomitable spirit and relentless...
Providore at the Adelaide Central Market is a bit of a favourite of mine. Fair warning this share is meant to be a street photo taken on Kodak Portra 160 but could turn into a review telling you how great Providore is. On the photo, if you have viewed other...
I wasn’t sure how to name this shot. I snapped it at Darling Harbour a month ago. Taken with the 35mm Summilux which is my go to favourite lens. Let the image tell the story. For me, 35mm is an ideal focal length. A nice combination of wide but still...
As said by the citation in the Pritzker Architecture Prize, “There is no doubt that the Sydney Opera House is his masterpiece. It is one of the great iconic buildings of the 20th century, an image of great beauty that has become known throughout the world – a symbol for...
Is this guy having a daydream? There certainly is something daydream-like in the photo. The surreal store. The style of the architecture and eclectic mix of items the store is selling. The combination of man made and the tree. The mixture of vibrant colours. The odd lighting just worked out...
I saw this photo coming. I was out taking photos of the lighting at Victoria Square in Adelaide and saw this picture just about to happen with the lighting, the shadows and the father and son walking together in frame. I wonder what the story is? I really like the...
I’m a Leica Street photographer, traveller, avid reviewer, marketer and blogger. I am, by my own admission, a gear nut but I don’t buy gear just to test it or pixel peep. I’m only interested in the art that can be produced with the gear. And seeing what emotions can be brought out in those who see my photos.