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The Red Heads Homage to Photography: The 366 Photo Project

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A different kind of post today. A different kind because I’ve embarked on a new project thanks to my friend Barbara Klein from Late Bloomers.

A few days ago I noticed Barbara had started something called the 366 Photo Project, so I commented on Facebook about how cool it sounded.  In her way, Barbara challenged me to do it…and once again we were on the same wavelength as I’d already started investigating it!

The difference with the 366 Photo Project is that you do all your posting for the project on Tumblr…something I have never really gotten into (even though I’ve had a Tumblr account for a while).

Anyhow, I’ve started the project and it’s going well.  I have only shared some old photos at the moment, but do hope to get out there with the camera soon to play.

If you have time, check out my page and photos on Tumblr.  And if you are an active Tumblr user, feel welcome to connect with me.

And I’m being serious now – if anyone can give me the lowdown on Tumblr please do! Thanking you in advance.

Christmas morning, Yallingup Beach

This is a photo I took Christmas morning at Yallingup Beach, located down south in Western Australia.  I wondered down to the beach to have a look, families were out, as was the tide, and I took hundreds of photos.  This is one of my faves.  It’s not as focussed as I would have liked, but it’s different.

 

The Red Heads Homage to Photography: 2011

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As 2011 comes to a close it’s time for some reflection, after all this is Reflections From a Red Head after all! I started dedicating every Monday to photography way back in March 2011, really as a prompt for me … Continue reading →

Photos of Kalgoorlie

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The Red Head and her little dog - December 2011

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On the weekend of the 2nd of December, my partner Denis, my dog Kahlua, and Den’s kids – Chelsea and Mason, and myself hit the road for the 8 hour drive to Kalgoorlie. It was the kids first trip to … Continue reading →

The Red Heads Homage to Photography: Yallingup Beach

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On the weekend of 25 November I found myself hitting the open road for a weekend away ‘down south’ (as us West Aussies say).

Specifically, I headed to the coastal town of Yallingup (an aboriginal word meaning ‘Place of Love’) located about 4 hours south of Perth.

I was in store for a wonderful weekend with some of my family, great food, lots of laughs, a lot of sun, sand, and surf.

It was a welcome opportunity to whip out the camera and play, something of which I have had been a bit slack in doing lately due to my battle with my good old nemesis – fatigue.

Here are some of the pics…I think they would have looked awesome if I had had a better lens so I could have zoomed in more!

Surfers

Yallingup Beach

Yallingup

Surfs up

 

The Red Heads Homage to Photography: My Pet

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Road trip!

Today I am sharing with you my favourite photos of my pet, Kahlua, the little ball of fluff who came into my life and changed it.

It’s a sad moment when the reality sets in that your pet is getting old.  It is inevitable, yes, but it doesn’t make it any easier. And when you start to see it in their eyes, in the way they move, in their changing habits…well, it’s hard.

I'm so cool...I just need some shades

Kahlua is 10 1/2, but she always has acted like a sprightly puppy, that is, until now.  I know I have a reason to be concerned, as my partner is concerned.  When the man in your life is concerned about something, you know it’s a big deal.  On top of the concern for Kahlua is the concern for me and my inevitable heart-break.  I can’t help it.  We have been through so much together, and I love her to bits.

Kisses for Mum

Okay, I’m making myself cry.  That’s enough of that!

Whats going on!

 

The Red Heads Homage to Photography, and Travel

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I have incredibly itchy feet at the moment – and it’s been building for a while.  I mean, I haven’t been overseas at all this year! Unbelievable!

Yes, it could be worse, but seeing that travel is my number #1 passion, I’m suffering from a bit of travel blues (those that have travelled would know exactly what I’m talking about).

This will probably make things worse, but today I am going to share with you some of my favourite travel pics.

Hawaii

Sacre Coeur, Paris

Singapore Botanic Gardens

Lalepa Island, Vanuatu

The Red Heads Homage to Photography: The End of Polio Concert

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Did you know that Global collaboration over three decades has reduced cases of polio by 99% – bringing the end within reach?

Neither did I until I attended The End of Polio Concert on Friday night at the amazing Belvoir Amphitheatre on the outskirts of Perth. As well as learning about the history of polio, the work that has been done to eradicate the disease, and the work that is still needed to be done, we were touched by the personal stories of those impacted by polio, amazed at the global community spirit displayed, and serenaded by the dulcet tones of the likes of John Legend (OH MY GOD!) – all while kicking back on a warm Aussie spring day in the natural backdrop of the Belvoir Amphitheatre.

I urge you to check out The End of Polio website, watch the informative video, and sign the petition.  Just imagine being able to say, that in our lifetime, we eradicated polio? Go on…imagine it.

Whilst you are doing that, here are some photos I took with my iPhone at the concert.

iPhone Hipstamatic, Lens: John S Film: Kodot XGrizzled Flash: Off

iPhone Retro Camera

iPhone Retro Camera