A lone tree marks the top of the first in what seem like infinite folds of earth leading up to the summit of Mt Buller and across the Australian Alps
A simple, yet magical astronomical phenomina. When there is a very thin crecent moon, the earth reflecets enough light to illuminate the dark part of the moon just a little. This earth shine makes the grey disc of the moon visible along size the sliver of light. Add a deep purple sky and a bit of prom ridge line and I reckon you have a pretty amazing sight.
This shot is from Lake Buffalo, Victoria. It was a spur of the moment decision to go for a drive this day and try and find a nice spot, I was headed towards Bright and Mt Buffalo when I saw a sign in Myrtleford which said Lake Buffalo. After another spur of the moment decision I ended up at Lake Buffalo, hoping to get a nice reflection shot and this day nature did not disappoint. Awesome scenery, great reflection and wonderful clouds. What can I say it was “one perfect day”.
From the top of Mt Hotham looking towards Mt Feathertop. / Was about April 2005. Clean air. Beautiful time up there.
A panorama across the Buller Resort from the summit, looking east toward Mt Stirling. Other Landscapes ... More Mountains ... More Mt Buller ...
As a keen rock-climber Mt Bishop has always held a slightly mythical fascination for me. Rock-climbers have named the giant tor on its peak ‘whale rock’ and the thinner of the two cracks on its left hand side has a classic grade 21 rock climb up it called ‘Cachalot’ which was the first significant free climb route completed at the Prom in 1977. I haven’t actually climbed it but some lines are just so bold and perfect that they just seem to capture the imagination. On a purely aesthetic level I find its combination of granite slabs, tors and vegetation very striking and due to its sentinel like presence guarding the road approach to Tidal River, it is a mountain that every Prom visitor is familiar with. For many the sight of it signifies the moment when you know you’ve returned to the magical place that is the Prom. For more shots from this area check out my Wilsons Promontory gallery. To check out other mountain photographs see my Mountains gallery. 10% of all profits go to the Wilderness Society
Sunset over the mount, viewed from chamois. / Digital pic with some PS magic. Other Landscapes ... More mountains ... More Mt Buller ...
Taken at up to my knees in snow, anything for a picture opportunity in Mount Hotham Ski Fields, the trees set against the snow caught my eye. Yes Australia does have snow but we are really dependant on moisture, the season runs from June to October. The Ski Fields stradle the borders of two states New South Wales an Victoria the Land of the Snowy Mountains and the “Man From Snowy River” Our last ski season was quite a good one
Photo of Tidal River at Wilsons Promontory in Victoria.
Scenery near Omeo, Victoria, Australia.
This picture is very special to me. This wonderful gnarled old tree I found on Lyrebird Plain and it beautifully framed the highest peak on the Mt Buffalo plateau which goes by the name of The Horn. This wonderful spot was where I asked my wife to marry me back in 1997. The horn is also the site of some fantastic rock climbs, the most spectacular being a grade 21 route called Peroxide Blond which goes straght up the white arete of the summit block. It was also off the first slide film I took with my first SLR back in 2004 and we have a huge 20”x30” print of it hanging over our bed. For more pictures from this area check out my Mt Buffalo gallery. To check out other mountain photographs see my Mountains gallery. 10% of all profits go to the Wilderness Society
I found this little tree on one of those perfect blue sky alpine days that seem to go on forever. I spent the morning wandering around looking for pictures in this amazing place and came across this little dead tree on the edge of a small cliff. I walked around looking for a pleasing composition and eventually found myself lying in the snow near the edge looking through the lens until this composition finally revealed itself. On the far side of the hump is a small down hill ski resort with 6 lifts. Until last year it was a popular beginner resort but with global warming affecting snow falls this slightly lower resort has found snow falls so unreliable that it has been forced to close. In my opinion Mt Buffalo is the most beautiful alpine area on mainland Australia, a must see. For more pictures from this area check out my Mt Buffalo gallery. To check out other mountain photographs see my Mountains gallery. 10% of all profits go to the Wilderness Society
Mount Beauty is nestled below Mount Bogong in Victoria, Australia.
I have a very special place in my heart for Mt Buffalo and it is the place where I have taken a lot of my most treasured shots (and done some fantastic rockclimbing, walking and skiing). My favourite spot on the Buffalo Plateau is The Cathedral not only is it one of the most photogenic peaks in Australia but it also has one of the best rock climbs I’ve ever done. It goes up the flakes in the middle of the higher left hand pinnacle, it’s called Maharajah. A wonderful place that is even more wonderful in its winter glory. Sold a framed 12”x18” print of this one a little while back. For more pictures from this area check out my Mt Buffalo gallery. To check out other mountain photographs see my Mountains gallery. 10% of all profits go to the Wilderness Society
Victoria Falls, Zambia / D200,18mm,f/5.6,1/125,ISO100
Taken on the Melbourne & Victoria Group trip to Halls Gap. 3rd of a series including these: / Grampians Series #1 / Grampians Series #2 This is, as they say, best viewed LARGE.
Grampians National Park, Victoria Australia Canon 50D / Sigma 18-200 OS f8.0 ; 1/60sec ; ISO 100 ; 18mm
5dmk II 24-105 lens
Well, I see a dragon, / and he looks puffy
Noojee is located 107 km east of Melbourne. Surrounded by rolling green hills and densely-wooded forests of Mountain Ash, it was once a major timber town. / / / /
The Grampians National Park is one of Victoria’s most popular holiday destinations. Renowned for its breathtaking rocky views, rich Aboriginal culture, European heritage and stunning spring wildflower displays, there is plenty to see and do in this rugged ancient landscape. Declared in 1984, the 168,000 hectare National park is home to a rich diversity of plants and animals, many of which are endemic to the park. Hosting over 1 million visitors each year, popular activities include bushwalking, camping, picnicking, nature study, rock-climbing, bike riding and fishing. The extensive network of roads makes car touring to surrounding villages another great way to explore. The Grampians National Park is a national park in Victoria, Australia, 235 kilometres west of Melbourne. The Park was listed on the National Heritage List on 15 December 2006 for its outstanding natural beauty and being one of the richest Indigenous rock art sites in south-eastern Australia.[1] The Grampians feature a striking series of sandstone mountain ranges. The ranges were named in 1836 by Surveyor General of New South Wales Sir Thomas Mitchell after the Grampian Mountains in his native Scotland, but are also known by the name Gariwerd, from one of the local Australian Aboriginal This shot is taken in the Elizabeth valley and features the grampians in the background Equipment: Nikon D300, Sigma 10-20mm, manfrotto tripod / Technique: 5 bracketted images,photomatix 3.2, capture nx
BETTER VIEWED LARGER The Grampians National Park is one of Victoria’s most popular holiday destinations. Renowned for its breathtaking rocky views, rich Aboriginal culture, European heritage and stunning spring wildflower displays, there is plenty to see and do in this rugged ancient landscape. Declared in 1984, the 168,000 hectare National park is home to a rich diversity of plants and animals, many of which are endemic to the park. Hosting over 1 million visitors each year, popular activities include bushwalking, camping, picnicking, nature study, rock-climbing, bike riding and fishing. The extensive network of roads makes car touring to surrounding villages another great way to explore. The Grampians National Park is a national park in Victoria, Australia, 235 kilometres west of Melbourne. The Park was listed on the National Heritage List on 15 December 2006 for its outstanding natural beauty and being one of the richest Indigenous rock art sites in south-eastern Australia.[1] The Grampians feature a striking series of sandstone mountain ranges. The ranges were named in 1836 by Surveyor General of New South Wales Sir Thomas Mitchell after the Grampian Mountains in his native Scotland, but are also known by the name Gariwerd, from one of the local Australian Aboriginal Equipment: Nikon D300, Sigma 10-20mm, manfrotto tripod / Technique: 5 bracketted images,photomatix 3.2, capture nx See Also Rock Of Ages: See Also / Sunburnt Country:
Mt Buffalo, Victoria / I grew up in the foothills of these giants… Taken with a Kodak Easyshare C330
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