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Early Surf 
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Stunning cloud formations and breathtaking early light, highlight the seaweed decorated rocks jutting out into the white surf of Yaroomba. Location: Yaroomba, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Glass House Mountains 
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Discovered and named by Captain Cook in 1770, the Glass House Mountains can be seen from miles around. Location: Maleny, Queensland, Australia |
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Inskip Point 
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This lone tree perched on the sands of Tin Can Inlet was bathed in the sun rays momentarily before the clouds swept over again. Location: Inskip Point, Queensland, Australia |
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Lasting Remains 
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An early morning shoot and a fast moving tide allowed for a long exposure to capture the dramatic movement of swirling water. Location: Dicky Beach, Queensland, Australia |
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Orange Eyed Tree Frog 
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This Southern orange eyed tree frog was enjoying some gentle breast stroke on a Sunday afternoon before being swept away down a flowing waterfall. Location: Buderim, Queensland, Australia |
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Ravages of Time 
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In order to get the composition I wanted I had to wade waist deep into the surf. It always pays to have a change of clothes in the car! Location: Dicky Beach, Queensland, Australia |
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Shipwreck Sunrise 
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SS Dicky was washed ashore during a cyclone in 1893. Today it provides a great local landmark for all to enjoy. Location: Dicky Beach, Queensland, Australia |
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Stumer's Sunset 
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This is the end of Stumer's Creek. It only opens up to the sea when the creek floods. The contrast between the still water of the creek and the surf beyond along with the reflected pink of the sky make this an extremely pleasing image. Location: Coolum, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Early Winter Warmth 
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I took this on one of the coldest mornings this area has experienced. The mist and light together created fabulous conditions leaving a warm feeling throughout the scene. Location: Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Crazy Paving 
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The captivating patterns of these rocks make an excellent subject for this pre dawn shot on Yaroomba beach. Location: Yaroomba, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Coffee Rocks 
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The radiance of the first minutes of sunlight cast a glow across the swirls of incoming tide and scattering of coffee rocks. Location: Wurtulla, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Carlo's Sand Blow 
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The wind-designed patterns on the sand catch the warm glow of evening light. Location: Rainbow Beach, Queensland, Australia |
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Natural Bridge 
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The dramatic flow of the water through the roof of the cave make Natural Bridge one of Queensland's hidden treasures. Location: Springbrook NP, Queensland, Australia |
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Into the Blue 
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Military Jetty's worn wooden planks lead you into the aquamarine waters of the pumicestone passage. Location: Golden Beach, Queensland, Australia |
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Laughing Kookaburra 
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This iconic Australian bird loves posing for the camera! This Kookaburra can be found laughing away most days in my garden. Location: Queensland, Australia |
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Wild Dawn 
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The spirited sea and changeable skies make for a dramatic early morning capture. Location: Caloundra, Queensland, Australia |
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Moffat Head 
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Moffat Headland is a short walk through the assortment of rocks south of Moffat Beach. Location: Moffat Beach, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Dicky Beach 
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Dramatic clouds and the first golden minutes of light turn Dicky Beach into an atmospheric spectacle. Location: Caloundra, Queensland, Australia |
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Verdant Frond 
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One of the many exotic greens that I am lucky enough to have in my garden. Location: Queensland, Australia |
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Private Jetty 
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One of the few jetties along the Maroochy river. It's a lucky fisherman who has the key to this scenic spot. Location: Maroochydore, Queensland, Australia |
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Floating Pads 
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The vibrant green lilypads scattered across the water take your eye back into the scene as the last pinks leave the sky to see the end of another day. Location: Ewan Maddock Dam, Queensland, Australia |
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Hervey Bay Sunset 
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The silhouette of Torquay pier stands out against the sky's last glow and the smooth sheltered waters of Hervey Bay. Location: Hervey Bay, Queensland, Australia |
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Mystic Sunrise 
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The first glimpse of sunlight catches the collection of boulders gathered on the shoreline of Alexandra Headland. Location: Alexandra Headland, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Natural World 
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The beautifully encrusted rocks clustered together on the shores of Bulcock Beach make a captivating foreground for this photograph. Location: Caloundra, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Ocean Soft 
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The last dusky pinks of the day and the soft blur of water captured together with the bold rocks create an easy and enchanting scene. Location: Coolum, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Ocean Sweep 
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The extensive golden sands and breaking waves stretch out into the distance showing off the simple beauty of the Sunshine Coast. Location: Mudjimba Beach, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Pastel Dream 
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On this extremely windy and uncomfortable evening a six second exposure created this dreamy seascape. Location: Mudjimba Beach, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Wurtulla Sunrise 
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The milky wash of the Pacific Ocean gently engulfs the rock littered shoreline early one morning in Wurtulla. Location: Wurtulla, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Rocky Prominence 
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The diagonals in the scarred rocks make fabulous foreground to lead you through the scene. Location: Yaroomba, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Promising Start 
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The image is almost made up of two halves, the pink leaves me with a feeling of promise that prevails over the cool shades of doubtful blue. Location: Golden Beach, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Bradley's New Day 
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Taken on the day my son was born, I was lucky enough to see the sun pierce the impressive clouds adding light to the scene, before dashing home to take my wife to hospital! Location: Maroochy River, Queensland, Australia |
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Pincushion Island 
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The fascinating streaks in this magnificent rock encouraged me to achieve this composition, along with subtle evening colours Location: Northshore, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Northshore 
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The small gathering of isolated rocks, a dusky pastel sky and a misty shoreline create this simple ethereal scene. Location: Northshore, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Rainforest Fig 
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The impressive structure of this Strangler Fig dwarfs the surrounding lean trees in this area of rainforest at Mary Cairncross Park. Location: Maleny, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Laughing Tree Frog 
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This 'Laughing tree frog' is listed as a rare species but I was lucky enough to come home and find him hanging on my garage wall. Location: Queensland, Australia |
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Simple Seascape 
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Sand, sea and sky are the only ingredients needed here for a simple but stunning scene. Location: Queensland, Australia |
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Stone Script 
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An abstract of one of my favourite rocks at Pincushion Island. I like the simplicity and balance of this image, it also gives me an impression of an unfamiliar script. Location: Pincushion Island, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Mt Coonowrin 
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The striking Mt Coonowrin, also know as 'Crookneck' in the heart of the Glass House Mountains, is framed here by a leaning white gum tree while the low evening light shines on its volcanic peak. Location: Glass House Mountains NP, Queensland, Australia |
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Coolum Cove Sunset 
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I took this image facing east while the colours of a magnificent sunset reflected across the ocean, a long exposure caught the sweeping movement of water creating an engaging scene. Location: Coolum, Sunshine Coast, Queensland Australia |
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Point Arkwright 
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With a long exposure the significant swell of the ocean leaves an impression of a more gentle wash. I believe this fitted the scene ideally with the subdued light and tones. Location: Yaroomba, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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The Wheel House 
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While I was making this photograph, two ladies were fishing the other side of the shed out of view. I asked if it would be possible to open the door and very kindly they were pleased to oblige. I believe this added interest to the shot. Without the open door it wouldn't have been half the shot it is. Location: Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Buderim Falls 
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Nestled in Buderim Forest Park just behind the town centre this hidden gem is great spot for an afternoon swim or a moment of calm. Location: Buderim, Sunshine Coast |
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Bunya Fig 
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The Bunya Mountains is 3 hours drive from Brisbane and sits 1100m above sea level making it around 7 degrees colder than most places. Location: Bunya Mountains, Queensland |
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Cane Toad 
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Queensland's enemy lurking on the patio was too much of a good photo opportunity to miss! Location: Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Glass House Mountains View 
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One of the classic views from the Sunshine Coast hinterland, this one taken from Bald Knob rd. Location: Glass House Mountains, Sunshine Coast |
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Kings Beach 
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The popular Caloundra holiday spot on a very moody morning creating a dramatic shot. Location: Kings Beach, Caloundra , Sunshine Coast , Australia |
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Kookaburra Portrait 
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This Laughing kookaburra was posing beautifully just waiting to be photographed. Location: Mapleton, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Little Cove 
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The classic beauty of Noosa Heads National Park shows why it's such a popular spot. Location: Noosa Heads National Park, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Old Woman Island 
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An icon of Queensland's Sunshine Coast, known to many as 'Old Woman Island', 'Whale Island' or it's official name 'Mudjimba Island'. Location: Mudjimba, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Ominous Outlook 
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The impending storm made this shoot a short one but a successful one with the dark clouds adding drama and mystery to the shot. Location: Mudjimba, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Pandanus Sunset 
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The easily recognisible figure of the pandanus tree litters the beaches of the Sunshine Coast. Location: Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Paperbark Reflections 
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Lake Weyba's paperbarks nestled close to the edge of this shallow salt water lake. Location: Lake Weyba, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Rack and Ruin 
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A typical find on the back roads around Australia and a great subject to photograph. Location: Valdora, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Rainforest Emperor 
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The colossal figure of the strangler fig tree dominates the rainforest floor. Location: Bunya Mountains |
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Ramshackle Barn 
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A classic aussie barn thats seen better days as a shelter but a great subject for photographers especially with a glorious sky as a back drop. Location: Mary Valley, Queensland, Australia |
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Kings Evening 
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A cloudy sunset at Kings leaving the beach deserted and ready to be photographed. Location: Kings Beach, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Coastal Storm 
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A very ominous cloud approached while we were on the beach, most people rushed off the beach while I rushed for my camera! Location: Coolum Beach |
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Coolum Daybreak 
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The first moments of sunlight add the golden touch to the foreshore rocks. Location: Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast |
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Coolum Beach 
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The golden sands of this popular holiday destination stretch out into the distance. Location: Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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First Cove 
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A spectacular 360 degree sunset, a long exposure and the jutting rugged rocks are the key elements in this magical capture. Location: Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Coolum Sweep 
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The stunning curve of the bay takes you deep into the picture. Location: Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Mount Ninderry 
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The magnificent sky surrounds the local icon of Mount Ninderry making a photo bursting with interest. Location: Mount Ninderry, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Tangalooma Wrecks 
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The man made breakwater of Tangalooma wrecks provides a great playground for snorkelers and a superb subject for photographers. Location: Tangalooma, Moreton Island, Australia |
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Happy Valley 
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Happy Valley lies between Bulcock beach and Kings beach in the Sunshine Coast's Caloundra region. Location: Happy Valley, Caloundra, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Sculpted Sands 
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Location: Happy Valley, Caloundra, Australia |
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Tidal Pools 
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Location: Point Arkwright, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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East to the Sea 
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Location: Point Arkwright, Sunshine Coast, Australia |
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Muted Country 
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Location: Kenilworth, Sunshine Coast, Australia |