Here Comes the Rain – Grantville Jetty
A view of a rain storm approaching Grantville Jetty from across Western Port Bay.
Jellyfish Sunset at Grantville Jetty
Sunset at Grantville Jetty, with one of many stranded jellyfish in the foreground.
Southern Lights – Aurora Australis – 11th May 2024
A couple of images from Sorrento Back Beach, Vic, Au, during the peak of Aurora Australis on May 11th.
I’ve never seen or experienced anything like this before. Previously I’ve only ever seen the aurora as a distant tiny colour smudge on the horizon. This night was something special. 🙂
Eagles Nest Beach – Bunurong Coastal Reserve
Eagles Nest Beach, Bunurong Coastal Reserve, looking back towards “The Caves” beach, Inverloch, Victoria, Au.
Tooradin Observation Deck
A couple of sunset images from the Tooradin Observation Deck, Victoria, Au, at high tide.
Stranded – Grantville Boat Ramp
A lone jellyfish stranded by the receding tide at Grantville Boat Ramp.
Blind Bight Nature Reserve
Late afternoon light at Blind Bight nature reserve.
The observation deck at Blind Bight, overlooking a sea of mangroves basking in the late afternoon sun.
“Ol’ Woody” at Tenby Point
“Old Woody”, ….. Tenby Point’s most photographed Mangrove tree.
Photo taken back in October ’23, just prior to him collapsing into the sea.
Rutherford Creek walking track – Warneet.
Some sunset views from along the Rutherford Creek walking track in Warneet, Victoria.
Old Krowera Church
Inside the Old Krowera Church, now located at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum.
Cat Bay – Phillip Island
A couple of images from Cat Bay at Phillip Island. It’s a beaut spot for contemplation as you watch the waves roll in around the old jetty remnants. 🙂
Technical stuff – 2.5 secs, f/8, ISO50, 10 stop solid + 4 stop soft grad ND.
Technical stuff for the image below – 4 secs, f/9, ISO50, 10 stop solid ND filter.
Moonrise at Shelley Beach – Portsea
The moon rises over the calm waters of Shelley Beach, Portsea, on the Mornington Peninsula.
Tech stuff – 13 sec, f/8, ISO100
Sunset at Whisky Bay – Wilsons Prom
The setting sun casting warm rays on the beautiful coastline at Whisky Bay on Wilsons Promotory.
A View from the Top – Pinnacles – Cape Woolamai
The long walk to The Pinnacles rock formation at Cape Woolamai is always very rewarding. On this occasion we didn’t venture down the steep slope to the beach, but instead chose to admire and photograph it from above.
Thick cloud cover provided us with beautiful diffused light, ideal for long exposure photography. This prehistoric looking rockscape never ceases to amaze me. 🙂
Tech details for the image above – 30 secs at f/11 iso50 using a 10 stop solid filter and a 4 stop soft grad filter.
Tech details for the image above – 30 sec at f/16 iso50 using a 10 stop solid filter and a 4 stop soft grad filter.
The pano images below, courtesy of Sally, give a great sense of scale to the cliff tops.
Togs on the Rocks – Eagles Nest – Inverloch
Togs on the rocks at Eagles Nest, Inverloch.
Tech stuff – 30 secs f/9, 10 stop solid and 4 stop soft grad ND filters.
Tenby Point – Western Port Bay
A couple of long exposure photos from the beautifully serene beach at Tenby Point on Western Port Bay
Pictured above – The iconic tree “Ol’ Woody” and his mate, …… blowing in the wind at Tenby Point. Tech stuff – 30 secs f/20 ND400.
Pictured above – Erosion prevention (I’m guessing), at Tenby Point.
Tech stuff – 30 secs f/10 ND400.
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Sullivan Bay – Sorrento
A daytime long exposure photo from Sullivan Bay, Sorrento, on the Mornington Peninsula.
Tech stuff – 66 secs f/13 using ND400 + ND8 filters.
Jetty at Sullivan Bay, Sorrento.
Whisky Bay Sunset – Wilsons Prom
My friend and I went on a reconnaissance mission to check out the west coast of Wilsons Prom for an upcoming group excursion. Most of the day was cloudless and the temperature was up around 36 degrees C. The 3 km hike up Mount Oberon was a killer in that heat, although well worth it for the breathtaking views. (Note to self – take more water next time!)
By the time sunset rolled around we found ourselves at Whisky Bay and the gods smiled on us, …the clouds rolled in. 🙂
Picture above – Whisky Bay – Wilsons Prom, 25 secs f/13 using an ND400 filter.
Picture above – Whisky Bay Sunset, 0.6 secs f/18.
Picture above – Rock Hopper. With sunset fast approaching Jason positions himself on the rocks at Whisky Bay.
Picture above – Much earlier in the day, Jason celebrating reaching the peak at Mt Oberon.
Rye Pier – crowd long exposures
Some long exposure shots on a glorious bright sunny day at Rye pier on the Mornington Peninsula.
Above image – 6 seconds f/8.
Above image – “The Huddle” – 5 seconds f/8
Above image – 1.6 seconds f/8
Above image – 2.5 seconds f/8
Above image – My friend Stephen Pretty in action taking long exposure crowd shots at Rye pier with everyone moving around him. This is one of those flukey shots where he just happened to stay remarkably still for my 2.5 second exposure. 😉
Balnarring beach groyne
Ahh, ….the serenity. Some daytime long exposure shots from one of the groynes at Balnarring beach on Western Port Bay.
Above image – 0.8 secs f/16.
Above image – 65 secs f/16 ND400+ND8.
Above image – 55 secs f/16.
Carpets of Green – Bay of Islands, Sorrento
October is a wonderful time on the back beaches of the Mornington Peninsula. The rock platforms are transformed by a thriving carpet of lush greenery that’s only visible near low tide. The photos below were taken at the Bay of Islands, Sorrento, but similar sights can be found all along the Mornington Peninsula back beaches at this time of year.
To get to the Bay of Islands park at the end of Diamond Bay Road. The walking track to the observation point is short and well signposted. Jump the fence and climb down the well worn path to reach the beach. 🙂
Tech info for the photo below – 30 sec f/8 ND400 filter.
Tech info for the photo below – 30 secs f/7.1 ND400 filter
Tech info for the photo below – 30 secs f/10 ND400 filter
Sunrise at Number 16 beach – The Dragon’s Head
Here’s some images from a recent sunrise excursion to Number 16 beach at Rye on the Mornington Peninsula. The beach car park is located at the intersection of Tasman Drive and Marcia Ave in Rye. The best time to visit is near low tide when the rock platforms are exposed and the Dragon’s Head becomes accessible. Prepare to get your feet wet. 🙂
Pictured below – The Dragon’s Head – Number 16 beach.
Technical stuff – 20 secs f/20 using an ND400 filter.
Pictured below – Number 16 beach – The Dragon’s Head.
Technical stuff – 8 secs f/5.6 using an ND400 filter.
Pictured below – Sunrise at Number 16 beach.
Technical stuff – 25 secs f/14 using an ND400 filter.
Pictured below – Morning Glow at Number 16 beach.
Technical stuff – 20 secs f/20 using an ND400 filter.
Pictured below – To give some perspective, some fellow togs on the beach at the Dragon’s Head rock formation.
Return to Pyramid Rock – Phillip Island
Pyramid Rock is another location I’ve returned to numerous times. To me it almost looks unreal, like something from a fairy tale. To visit Pyramid Rock, drive to the car park at the south end of the aptly named Pyramid Rock Rd. There’s a very civilized boardwalk that takes you to an observation deck for a nice view of the rock and some of the surrounding coastline.
Those who don’t mind a little bit of mountaineering might try for an even closer view by going off the beaten track past the observation deck. (Although I’m not sure what the park guidelines might say about that.) 😉
Pictured below – A long exposure image of Pyramid Rock. **Technical stuff – 160 seconds, f/2.8, using an ND400 and ND500 stacked together.**
Pictured below – A close-up view of the rock. What a surreal spot! 🙂
Return to the SS Speke shipwreck – Phillip Island
I’ve visited the SS Speke shipwreck numerous times now. It’s a magical place at high tide with the rusty remnants of the wreck poking up through the surface of the shallow water. When the tide turns, the water quickly recedes and the wreck becomes fully exposed revealing it’s harsh rocky resting place.
To visit the SS Speke, park your car at the south end of Kitty Miller Rd. When you arrive on the beach turn left and walk around the point. The easiest way around the point is over the top and along the grassy cliff tops. There’s a well worn path to guide you to the Speke. The descent down the side of the cliff to the beach can be a bit slippery in wet conditions, ….which just adds to the adventure. 🙂
Picture below – The SS Speke shipwreck at high tide. **Technical stuff – 8 seconds, f/13, using an ND400 filter**
Picture below – SS Speke at high tide **Technical stuff – 20 seconds, f/16, using an ND400 filter**
Kilcunda – George Bass Coastal Walk
Here’s some images from the Kilcunda end of the George Bass Coastal Walk.
Below – 1.6 secs, f/8, ND400 filter.
Below – 25 secs, f/14, ND400 filter.
Below – 8 secs, f/13, ND400
Below – 0.6 secs, f/4.5, filter ND400
Below – Tog on a rock. Jason on the rock platforms at Kilcunda, taking in the scenery.
Photography by Jim Worrall 