Had the pleasure of photographing the 2008 Grenfell Henry Lawson Festival of Arts Street Procession on June 7, 2008 and thought I’d share…
Had the pleasure of photographing the 2008 Grenfell Henry Lawson Festival of Arts Street Procession on June 7, 2008 and thought I’d share a small sample of the images I took. Also like to extend my gratitude to the following people who made me feel welcome during my visit: Jenny Smith – Festival President / Amy and Tim Wood – Festival Photography Competition Co-Ordinators / Carol and Noel Jones – Grenfell Motel Owner/Operators / Julie and Geoff Grattan – Grenfell Camera Club / Noelene and Lisa Davies – Grenfell Camera Club / Jan and Arthur Davidson – Grenfell Camera Club / Colin Walsh – Grenfell Record Photographer / Peter Soley – Grenfell Record Editor / Gaynor England – Festival Short Story and Verse Co-Ordinator There’s many others I met during the festival, however I’m unable to recall all the names – my apology. I had a great time visiting and experiencing the festival, and being a small part of it made it extra special. Cheers, / Darren. More festival images can be viewed at my Flickr account by clicking here
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By Darren Stones – Freelance Photojournalist / Subscribe via RSS/Atom Bermagui Seaside Fair 2007 – Blog version with accompanying photographs and music video Note: Photographs relating to this article can be found here. Horseshoe Bay – Bermagui The 10th Bermagui Seaside Fair was held on Saturday 10 March 2007 and what a spectacular event it turned out to be. Thousands of locals from the region were proud as punch to partake and witness a fun-filled day of activities. Festivities commenced on the main wharf at the Bermagui Boat Harbour at 8am with the Blessing of the Fleet ceremony. Bishop Allan Ewing conducted the blessing and also addressed the gathering of locals regarding their continued dedication in making the annual festival a continued success. During the ceremony, the dapper dressed gentlemen from the Bermagui Probus Club Men’s Choir sang hymns, and other local singers and musicians performed. The majority of events were conducted at the Dickinson Oval precinct and a large crowd attended. Bermagui Seaside Fair announcer, June Tarlinton, said “They estimate there will be around 10,000 people and judging from what I’m seeing, I wouldn’t be surprised if they are fairly close to the mark.” “The street parade is extremely popular,” said June when referring to the amount of participants and spectators. “The Bega Vintage Car Club has forty cars involved this year and they’ve never had this many ever. The way the cars have been restored is awesome.” As part of the fair each year the Bermagui Citizen of the Year is announced. This year’s recipient of the award was Candy Craine, who was recognised for her tireless work in caring for sick and injured native animals on her property. June Tarlinton said “Candi Craine was nominated by persons within the community and she was a very worthy recipient of the award.” “She has put a lot of effort into rehabilitating animals since the loss of her husband.” Candi is also an avid photographer and she exhibited many of her quality wildlife photographs at the photographic exhibition at the Bermagui Country Club during the Seaside Fair. Celebrity entertainers, Frankie J Holden and Michelle Pettigrove, were invited to perform and compere the Bermagui Idols competition. The competition catered for local talent and the performers came out in droves to strut their stuff on stage for the gathered throng. Winner of the Bermagui Idol primary school age section was the highly talented nine-year-old Sophie Halliday, who performed a cover version of the song Who Knew by Pink. Judging for the competition was carried out in a novel way, and this was done by gauging the level of audience applause when each contestant’s name was announced. When Sophie’s name was announced, the applause and screaming was deafening. You could have come to the conclusion that her family in attendance numbered 500. She was undoubtedly the star of this year’s Bermagui Idol competition. Young local band, Overdrive, belted out a few tunes for the large and receptive crowd. The street parade, sponsored by Australian regional and rural broadband internet provider, activ8me, was a roaring success as it made its way along the spectator-lined one kilometre stretch of Lamont Street. The Batemans Bay Soldiers Club Pipe Band lead the colourful parade which included floats representing local schools, various community groups, the Bega Vintage Car Club, SES and Rural Fire Service, Bermagui Surf Lifesaving Club members, Bermagui CWA and street performers. Novelty events were conducted for kids, and kids at heart, with the Chuck-A-Tuna competition proving more than a handful for participants. A little bending of the rules by some was detected, however it all added to the fun and frivolity of the afternoon. Local Aboriginal dance group, Gulaga Dancers, were in attendance and performed traditional style dances for the crowd. Carnival rides, a spectacular fireworks display in the evening over Horseshoe Bay, and a sandcastle competition were also part of the day’s festivities. Dozens of stalls were erected on Dickinson Oval with stallholders exhibiting and selling local produce and products, advertising local and regional services and businesses, and supplying food and beverages for the masses. On Endeavour Point Headland, Sculpture on the Edge featured sculptures by Alan Watt, Richard Moffatt, Michael Le Grand and the provocative Melbourne sculptor Greg Taylor. Bermagui, approximate population 1120, is situated in the gorgeous Sapphire Coast region of New South Wales and is renowned as one of the best, if not the best, places for marlin fishing in Australia. It’s also home to a fishing fleet, and is close to Montague Island which hosts numerous animal species. Other local attractions in Bermagui are the scenic Horseshoe Bay, the Bermagui Boat Harbour where you can witness the unloading of the catch of the day, and the Bermagui Blue Pool. The historic Bermagui Beach Hotel exhibits fishing memorabilia in the main bar, lounge and dining areas. It’s also a top spot for a soothing ale or lemonade. Meals are hearty and excellent value for money. High quality accommodation at affordable rates is available at the Bermagui Beach Hotel and the ultra modern Harbourview Motel. Bermagui is a friendly and scenic seaside town located 378 kilometres south of Sydney, Australia. Put it on your list of must see places – it’s a gem. Information Visit Bermagui – Bermagui information web site Bermagui Beach Hotel – Established 1895 Harbourview Motel – Four star accommodation Darren Stones Horseshoe Bay – Bermagui Bermagui Blue Pool
Alright everybody! In two days’ time Paul and I are JetStarring off to sunny Vietnam (and Cambodia…
Alright everybody! In two days’ time Paul and I are JetStarring off to sunny Vietnam (and Cambodia and Laos) for our travel extravaganza. We’ve dusted off the old blog and given it a lovely, post revolution facelift. So check it out here: Be sure to subscribe or bookmark us so you can get regular updates on important things like the weather, the price of spring rolls, accommodation reviews and much more! Also – Having just purchased the lovely Nikon D90, I will be endeavoring to upload awesome photography to the bubble as I go.
would like to get suggestions where to go .. as i will be in Kuala Lumpur for a few weeks and would like to take a week to take up some o…
would like to get suggestions where to go .. as i will be in Kuala Lumpur for a few weeks and would like to take a week to take up some of the crazy deals AirAsia is having whilst im there.. Am travelling by myself, have money, laptop, camera and passport – seeking ideas of places to go..should go.. wish i was travelling with someone, but that never seems to happen for me, so im going by myself.. some place i could go Langkawi Kota Kinabalu Phuket, Krabi, / and all on Airasia.com routes at the moment still plenty of places i havent been (and unknown to me much, still) and im not as adventurous as i would like to be.. places i am already going/booked: Perth Singapore Kuala Lumpur Penang thanks!
Time is flying by, and our travels to Argentina and Bolivia will commence soon… / Bolivia certainly has so much to explore and experienc…
Time is flying by, and our travels to Argentina and Bolivia will commence soon… / Bolivia certainly has so much to explore and experience. / though at altitudes above 4000 m , it will be very cold, and we’ll need time to acclimatise. / We have read of Journeys from the top of the Andes, down to the adjacent Amazon Basin… a trail we intend to follow… / And explore the remnants of Inca civilizations, from thousands of years ago. / When all is done, Buenos Aires, should be a fine place to relax and recover cheers / Louise
Autumn is an ideal time to travel leisurely by car in eastern Australia with temperatures being mild and the days generally calm. Rece…
Autumn is an ideal time to travel leisurely by car in eastern Australia with temperatures being mild and the days generally calm. Recently had the pleasure of a 2300 kilometre road trip to capture autumn images in Victoria, New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Having never embarked on a specific autumn photographic journey before, it was an experience that I’d like to highly recommend to Australians and visitors to Australia. Most visitors to Australia follow the well-worn coastal routes, but to see the best of autumn in Australia, you generally need to travel inland for the amazing colours, scenery and magical light that exists during April/May. Trust you enjoy this small sample of autumn images taken in Australia during late April and early May 2008. All autumn images for sale at Redbubble Cheers folks. / Bright – Victoria / Mount Buffalo – Victoria / National Carillon – Canberra, Australian Capital Territory / Bega – New South Wales / Cann River Church – Victoria
Hi guys, I’m off to the South Island of New Zealand in a couple of weeks, and would welcome any suggestions for must-see photos ops. I w…
Hi guys, I’m off to the South Island of New Zealand in a couple of weeks, and would welcome any suggestions for must-see photos ops. I will be doing the standard Christchurch, Greymouth, Franz Joseph, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Te Anau circuit. I’ve got all the normal brochures, so am particularly interested in lesser known but fabulous locations and tips :) I’ve seen some great shots here on redbubble, so I hope I can at least get something passable, weather permitting, but don’t hold me to that – I’m not known as a landscape specialist !
‘The Kidman Way’ is available to purchase as a card, laminated print, poster, mounted print, canvas print, and framed print. This se…
‘The Kidman Way’ is available to purchase as a card, laminated print, poster, mounted print, canvas print, and framed print. This section of The Kidman Way is located between Cobar and Bourke in the outback of New South Wales, Australia. Click here to view Darren Stones’ profile Media, Entertainment & Arts Alliance member / (Australian Journalists Association) / Click on each image to enter the purchasing area. Thank you. Card Laminated Print Poster Mounted Print Canvas Print Framed Print Click banner below to enter Darren’s web site
I leave Saturday for the Galapagos with the Toyota International teacher program! We fly into Miami for a day in the Everglades to talk …
I leave Saturday for the Galapagos with the Toyota International teacher program! We fly into Miami for a day in the Everglades to talk about and visit this unique ecosystem. From there we fly to Quito, Ecuador and then to the Galapagos. there we work with Galapagueno’s teachers on environmental issues and developing lesson plans for the classroom. We spend 10 days on the islands and visit 6 of the islands in the archipelago. You can keep posted on my adventure at www.toyota4education.com. Click on participating schools and look for me. Once I get back in early December, I should have a bunch of new and unique creatures to share. Sue
Who would have thought 12 years ago, my life would not only take me in a direction / with great interest in photography, but also travel…
Who would have thought 12 years ago, my life would not only take me in a direction / with great interest in photography, but also traveling across our great nation only to find / myself heading toward that place that has been calling to my heart and spirit since 2000. / Charleston South Carolina has wooed my heart from the get go on my first venture there / in October of 2000. I was pondering where to plant my artistic roots and home, when / I did a 180º turn around and headed in the other direction to the west coast, Manhattan / Beach, Ca. Nope … that wasn’t it … and finally to have settled upon Taos, New Mexico / (site unseen) for a lovely 6 1/2 years. A Job position moved me back to the Northern Midwest for a short 8 mos, but that / well dried up, and now I find myself on another journey. This one takes me / to South Carolina, back to where my first journey began. Won’t I have a lot of lovely photo opportunities there? And isn’t it funny how the circle comes round. I am sharing this with my friends in my journal, as I will probably be inactive with Red Bubble for a little while anyways. Thinking of you all and wishing the best here in Red Bubble Community. / “Courage has wings and takes flight, no matter the obstacle” Diane Rodriguez
Announcing my new range of de-stress cards and prints. Life’s very sressful for many in these times of global recession and long hours to…
Announcing my new range of de-stress cards and prints. Life’s very sressful for many in these times of global recession and long hours to make ends meet. Show someone you care about they need to relax with one of my new de-stress cards or prints. More being added soon. A perfect Xmas gift to help them relax,escape and unwind from their everyday workload. Great for friends or family.
up loaded a bigger images so now / japanese garden is available …
up loaded a bigger images so now / japanese garden is available for sale Acrylic on canvas 50×70 cm original is available if your interested please contact me Available for sale as Greeting Cards, Matted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints, Canvas Prints and Framed Prints
Well Josh and I made it to Jimna at last, and it will not be the last time either. Love the place; would move there tomorrow if I could. ...
Well Josh and I made it to Jimna at last, and it will not be the last time either. Love the place; would move there tomorrow if I could. A few houses, General Store, little Museum and that about sums up Jimna. The General store I loved, especially the sitting area with all the plants which gave it a forest/tropical feel. And the outside sitting area is peaceful. Josh and I had a look at the museum area, met David there. He is a friendly, helpful fella. Bought a badge for my collection, and the Jimna & District book. After Jimna township we headed to the Forestry Office but unfortunately that was closed. So we had a quick look around, yep, another area where I could stay. From the forestry office, we headed back towards Kilcoy, then turned off at Sunday Creek Road. Now the fun began, the bitumen was behind us and all I could see was dirt and dusty road – you little ripper. Made a few stops along the way, had a look around and couple of stops to add water to the ecology of the forest. Stopped off at a lookout area (Booloumba View), was magnificent, we could see hoop pines for miles and miles. In the area where they cut the pines, we could see all the dirt roads leading through the forest. Also an area that had been cut down sort of gave it away as well. As we stopped at the lookout area, I spotted this fella on a mountain bike puffing and sweating his little heart out as he traversed a steep climb on the road. He stopped at the lookout; I was shaking my head wondering if he is a fitness freak or just plain stupid. After he caught his breath, I spoke with him and stated the same “are you a fitness freak or just …..... stupid” He spoke with a English accent; he was doing a round trip from camp site 4 (When I looked on the Forestry map, I then knew he was just plain stupid). He asked if there were any more hills along the way, I thought he was going to cry, man does he still have some hills to climb. Glad it was him and not me. So we said goodbye and good luck to our English mountain bike traveller, away we went still heading along Sunday Creek Road. Well, a couple of other 4WD passed us heading the other way. We had to stop to let the dust settle as I could not see in front of me. Along the way we saw all these tracks and turn offs, but they were Forestry Restricted areas – enter by Authorized permit only (yes I have completed a Qld Govt Forestry Permit, ready to send off). By this time we are now on the Booloumba Creek Road. Yes, still dirt road and little rough in places. This Road actually cuts through the Booloumba Creek camping and day use area. So we stopped naturally. Now this place will see us back again. What a wonderful camp area, very busy with campers being a long weekend. Set up one of the BBQ areas, got a fire going so Josh could toast his marshmallows. He thought this was great. Sat at one of the camping tables for a while (that is if you can find a spot to plonk yourself down, without sitting on bird ……) but me being me, I just plonked down anywhere. Now the easiest way to describe this place, is this is the closest one can get to Heaven without actually dying. Absolutely perfect area, abundance of trees and scrub, Goannas roaming around and bell birds could be heard in the scrub. To put it in simple terms I was home at last. Talking about those big lizards (Goannas), as Josh and I walked towards the creek area there were these two Goannas checking out some peoples BBQ. Not that I could blame them, it smelt all right. But the Goannas got a little close for them. They all jumped up on the table. Now that was a funny site to see, so I casually got out the Digital video camera, got as close as I could to the Goannas and starting filming them. The lady (still standing on the table) asked how I could get so close to these things. I explained they are harmless, unless you provoke, threaten or corner them. Then their claws will rip you to pieces, otherwise they are placid, calm and wonderful reptiles. One of the Goannas walked right up to my foot – I just wanted to take him home with me. (Sheesh, I would hate to see how these people would react if they saw a snake). So Josh and I headed to the creek. I looked and there in front of us was a big swimming hole in the creek. Plenty of kids and adults in the water. At this point of time I wished I had packed another pair of shorts in the 4WD. Now Josh asked if we had a towel in the 4WD, yep certainly do, so to cut a long story short, he was in the water. He could not get over how cold the water was, but he had a ball swimming and splashing around. Afterwards I told him there are eels in the water. Then I told him about the day I was mucking around in a swimming hole, and a eel bit me on the backside. But that did not deter him; he was back in the swimming hole. It was fantastic to see – Josh now experiencing what nature can provide. The worst part was the time had come for us to depart this wonderful paradise. If we had enough food and stuff, then a good chance we would not have left until Sunday morning (but we will be back soon). We headed back the way we came along Booloumba Creek Road. As we travelled along it was now starting to get dark. Josh saw a turn off and screamed out “we have to turn there Dad”! So I hit the anchors, pulled the 4WD up in a cloud of dust, found the reverse gear and backed up to the turn off. I looked at Josh and asked if he was sure this is where he wants to go, yep, so we headed down this track. I cannot remember the name of this track and was not marked on the forestry map we had. So we headed off. Along the way the track got bumpier, rougher and the track got more and more narrow. Remember it is pitch black in darkness now (normally Josh would be freaking out, but he was loving the adventure). And the hills we were climbing up, some of them were 1st gear jobs in the 4WD, at this point of time I was loving every minute of this drive. Where it went to, we did not now and did not care. After about an hour or so travelling along this track, it turned into a reasonable dirt road. Then we could see lights glimmering in the distance, as we got closer to these lights we found they were camp grounds. We passed these camp grounds, then went down this hill to be greeted by water. This night was getting better and better, a water crossing. A vehicle was on the other side and I could see a couple of people walking through the water. I thought ‘great save me doing it, they must be gauging the depth and condition of ground’. I got out headed towards the water edge, and then one of them walked towards me. I asked the normal questions as a 4WD person does. What is the depth? Is it rocky bottom, slippery and width of travel area, any drop off areas? All he said was ‘oh you will have no worries crossing’, but he has a Magna and never went across water before. He showed me the approx depth, being a rocky bottom and not very slippery, the area was a wide track to cross. So I said go back to your car, I will come across then I can gauge the depth of water from the 4WD, see if to deep for your car or not. We crossed the water; I was in my element water crossing at night. Well made it to the other side; gauged the depth and told him ‘mate you can get across no problems’. But he had never crossed water before, also they were young ones around 18 – 19 yrs old (very polite) . The two males were not sure on this crossing, so one of the females jumped in the drivers seat and said ‘I will do this’. Now we have one female in drivers seat, and three others out of the car, walking across the water. I stayed until they crossed in case they needed help with anything. As they started crossing the water, I ran back to the 4WD, got out the Video camera set it on night mode, and filmed them crossing the water. They made it safe and sound, and kept yelling out ‘thank you very much, you are a life saver’. They were heading to a camp site which was not far away. Well Josh and I jumped back into the trusty 4WD and continued on, only to be greated by bitumen not much further along the way. Then we eventually saw lights, then street lights. Oh we were heading back into Civilization; we were both a little annoyed with this idea. We headed into Kenilworth, did not stop there – just passed through. (At this point of time we were only approximately 55 Klm from Gympie). We had travelled all the way through the Jimna and Kenilworth forests – wow that was fantastic! That will not be the last they see of us, so much more to discover. Well we headed towards Emundi, and then there was the sign Bruce Highway – Brisbane. Turned off and we were racing along the Bruce Highway heading home. Josh was extremely tired at this point of time, and the night was getting along. We were nearing the end of a fantastic day and adventure. Distance Travelled – 455K’s / Left home – 9.30am / Arrived home: 10.30pm /
Jacob and I are in this YouTube video! We were at the MACC, The Maui Arts and Cultural Center in Kahului here on Maui where Jacob was d…
Jacob and I are in this YouTube video! We were at the MACC, The Maui Arts and Cultural Center in Kahului here on Maui where Jacob was displaying his beautiful tropical flowers of Hawai’i photographs for sale along with many other talented local Maui artists and musicians. You may see us here at the 3rd Annual Maui Ukulele Festival 2008 Aloha kakou, I created a video with some of my favourite photographs. It includes a beautiful mele. Keali’i Reichel sings Malama E Ala ‘E You may view it if you like on my YouTube site / Ourjrny YouTube E Ala ‘E Please rate it, comment if you like and let me know what you think of it. / For your enjoyment, I am in the midst of creating another video with my photographs of tropical flowers featuring the beautiful mele by other talented Kanaka, Hawaiian musicians and songwriters as well. Mahalo nui for your gifts of Aloha. Every purchase of my images mean more to me than you could possibly imagine, and help sustain us on this very beautiful and unbelievably expensive island :) Mahalo nui loa, thank you so much for your wonderful comments, encouragement and support. From my Na’au to yours, I wish you Love and many blessings. Aloha e Malama pono, Sharon
By Darren Stones – Freelance Photojournalist / Subscribe via RSS/Atom...
By Darren Stones – Freelance Photojournalist / Subscribe via RSS/Atom Australia is blessed with pristine beaches and coastal scenery that is to die for. My Sapphire Coast slideshow on YouTube can be found here The Sapphire Coast, located south of Sydney in New South Wales, Australia remains virtually untouched from development. Bermagui – Horseshoe Bay If you enjoy investigating national parks, love to wet a line, want to improve your suntan, sip a coffee by the sea, or catch a wave, then the Sapphire Coast is for you. Tathra Wharf Witness the unloading of the catch-of-the-day, visit a winery, taste award-winning cheeses, grab a bargain at a market, attend a festival, indulge in delectable oysters, go whale watching and take in some of the local history. Merimbula – Long Point The towns of Bermagui, Tathra, Bega, Merimbula, Pambula and Eden all have that bit of sapphire magic. Eden – Seaside Pool If you are looking for that get-away-from-it-all experience then let yourself go. Merimbula Wharf For more information log on to; http://www.sapphirecoast.com.au/ My portfolio of Sapphire Coast photographs can be viewed and purchased at RedBubble.com Subscribe via RSS/Atom
I’m pleased to announce my 2009 range of Australiana themed calendars are now available to purchase via my online sales agent, RedBubble….
I’m pleased to announce my 2009 range of Australiana themed calendars are now available to purchase via my online sales agent, RedBubble. There’s 12 different calendars in the collection to date which depict various aspects of Australia. You’re most welcome to browse through the collection, and if you’d like to provide feedback, that will be great. Calendars are an ideal gift for giving to family and friends, and yourself. / A snap of the jolly old fellow from last year See below for more product information. Here’s the full list for viewing. Each thumbnail is clickable and it will direct to a full preview of the calendar and unit pricing. / Australia’s Animals / We’re a bit different in Australia / New South Wales / New South Wales – South Coast / Humpback Whales / Great Ocean Road / Australia – The Bush / Aussie blokes and sheilas / Victoria / North-East Victoria / Trees In Australia / Great Alpine Road / Central Tilba
I am very honored and appreciate each and every one for their votes. / You really give me hope as a photographer and make me want to conti…
I am very honored and appreciate each and every one for their votes. / You really give me hope as a photographer and make me want to continue to improve each and every time. / Thank you One and All
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