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Photography

Jane Long: Fantasy photography

Today we look at the fascinating work of Jane Long, an Australian artist who uses photography and photomanipulation to create thought provoking images which combine personality and fantasy with reality. Image: janelongphotography.com.au

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Bird dances to make you smile!

Today we look at some of the showy, but very funny, courtship rituals of a few birds, just to give you a smile. Image: BBC/YouTube.

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Seeing History through Colour with Pam Morris

Following Julie's posts on "pottery & china ware" today you will see some amazing images taken by photographer Pam Morris to illustrate how the "different decades of the 20th Century are uniquely characterized by their distinctive colour palettes and decorative styles". Image credit: Pam Morris

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Pam Morris - photographer in Covid Times: when the present meets the past

Melbourne photographer Pam Morris lets us into her home during "Covid Times" and reveals a startling outcome. Image credit: Pam Morris/spectralmodes.com

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Every picture tells a story

The amazing image you will see and learn about in this post was taken by Melbourne photographer Pam Morris who recently won the Australian Institute of Professional Photography Silver Lining Award for 2021. Image credit: Mafia Briefcase swap? – Palermo Sicily 2020 by Pam Morris

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The Setting Sun

Time to take time to stop. Time to take time to reflect. Photographer Colin Morris takes us with him to Anglesea off the coast of south-west Victoria to watch the setting sun. Image credit: Colin Morris

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Featuring Colour

Caroline has been travelling the roads of Victoria and New South Wales and today reminds us the the importance of colour in our world. Some quotes from famous writers and artists endorses the significance of colour.

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The Otway Ranges

The Otway Ranges, about 236 kms southwest of Melbourne can trace its heritage back millions of years to Gondwana Land. This is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Australia. Two of our subscribers share a little of their time reflecting on the magnificence of the trees and plant life.

Nature

It's Snowing

Nothing beats the beauty of snow. "...It reaches to the fence, It wraps it, rail by rail, Till it is lost in fleeces; It flings a crystal veil..." (Emily Dickinson)

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The beauty of the night sky

How many stars can you see at night? Do you ever look up to see? Come with us on a journey of the beautiful night skies around the world. Image: Shlomo Shalev, Unsplash.

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The Narrative of Art Process with Kate Stewart

There is much more to an art work than a pretty picture. Melbourne Artist Kate Stewart shares the processes involved in producing one of her pieces and challenges the conventional definition of "what constitutes a painting".

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Artistic Elements through the Eyes of Chris O'Brien: Illusion

In our last post in this current series on Chris O'Brien images from New York we are going to see some "illusions" as created intentionally or otherwise through the lens of a camera. Plus, of course, we get to appreciate the intrigue of New York City thanks to Chris.

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Artistic Elements through the Eyes of Chris O'Brien: Line and Shape

Through some more Chris O'Brien images, today we examine the art elements of line and shape and the effects they have on a photographed scene. Enjoy some wonderful shots of New York City at the same time.

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Artistic Elements through the Eyes and Lens of Chris O'Brien: Colour

Looking at art work by children has reminded me not to forget about the basic elements of art works particularly images. Today, through the eyes and lens of Chris O'Brien we appreciate and explore the effect of colour on the New York cityscape.

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Meet some famous creative Australians through Hazel de Berg

Today's post is mainly audio with very little visual input as you are given the chance to listen to four interviews with Max Dupain, Margaret Olley, Harry Seidler and Sidney Nolan collected by Hazel de Berg. The interviewes are made possible by the National Library of Australia and Trove.

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Stop, Look, Listen, Reflect

Chris O'Brien in New York brings us some amazing images of the beauty that the winter has brought to his home city. Take a moment to reflect on the remarkable brush of Mother Nature.

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Rest and Relax

Showcasing some glorious images of the sun setting over Port Phillip Bay which is the gateway from the sea to our beautiful city of Melbourne. And a poem by Emily Dickinson for those of you who love her imagery.

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Mount Melbourne Majestic

Mount Melbourne, an extinct volcano in Antarctica is our next stop in visiting places called Melbourne. It's a wonderland of ice which abounds with shapes and shades to delight an artist's eye. Image credit: en.wikipedia.org

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David Trood Photography

Today we take a brief look at the work of photographer David Trood, who pushes the boundaries with nature and animals. We start with his study of one particular tin shed, which used to be a hotel. Image: David Trood Photography, Facebook

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The fascinating photography of Ed Obermeyer

Spend some time today immersed in moments in time, captured in the latest fascinating photographs of surf and nature, by Ed Obermeyer, USA. Image: edobermeyer.com

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Mesmerising memories of MEM Donaldson

Today we will look at the life and beautiful photography of MEM Donaldson, who recorded the rugged beauty, harshness yet simplicity of life in the Scottish Highlands, 100 years ago. Image: ambaile.org.uk

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Connecting with nature - insect photography with a purpose

Today we look at the beautiful insect photography of Dr. Luis Matar, Doctor of Ecology, from the Centre of Urban Research at RMIT, Melbourne. Image courtesy of Unsplash

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My Octopus Teacher: Movie Review

Recommending the remarkable film "My Octopus Teacher" which is a wonderful experience of amazing underwater photography but much, much more. It is the story of the relationship between a man and an octopus. Image: highbrowmagazine.com/

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Arnold Genthe: Recording Destruction & Beauty

Today you will meet Arnold Genthe (1869–1942) a German-born American photographer who recorded the 1906 San Francisco earthquake on film and became a member of the artist community in Carmel. Image: Looking Down Sacramento Street, San Francisco. 1906 ( lightstalking.com)

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London in November

Spend a few moments today reflecting on the beauty of being in a park in London in November. Mother Nature has proved once more that she is the greatest artist.