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Auckland skyline from Viaduct Basin

City skyline reflected in the still water of a harbour highlighting the glow of urban lights.

The Viaduct Basin and more specifically the Wynyard Quarter is home to some of the largest yachts and expensive bars and restaurants in the city. This was taken at dawn just before sunrise. I was stood infront of the Viaduct Events Centre with Greenpeace’s Rainbow Warrior ship moored up directly behind me. The bridge lit up in blue to the right is the Wynyard Crossing. The main focal point is the Auckland Skytower and it’s full reflection in the dark blue waters of the harbour. Back in Christmas 2015 I took a similar photograph of the Viaduct Basin in Auckland but in the evening. There is something very magical about the still water of dawn where the reflection in this recent photograph is captured with much more detail.

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Auckland skyline from St Marys Bay

A night view of Auckland skyline reflected in calm waters below framed by trees on both sides and bushes in the foreground.

On my first early morning photoshoot I went straight back to St Marys Bay. Back in 2013 I captured Auckland Skyline at Dusk and it is still one of my favourite’s of the city. So going back in the morning seemed like the right thing to try. Unfortunately I hadn’t taken the time to look up the tides. The tide was out and the beach was very muddy. It was dark, I was on my own and not wanting to get myself or my tripod stuck in the sand as the tide came in I chose to look for a new view. Walking along the Westhaven Pier. Specifically towards VWXY Piers there was a nice row of trees. I walked up and down a couple of times looking for a good opening that framed the Auckland Skytower and skyline. Thankfully I had my larger, taller tripod so I could get the camera where I could capture the full reflection of the Skytower. In the foreground is the Westhaven Marina with the city lights behind as the sun started to raise up to the left of the photograph.

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Lake Bala reflection

A tall thin silhouette of a tree rises from a large puddle surrounded by a vibrant green grass field with a large lake and mountains in the background.

Having visited Lake Bala many times this was some of the best weather I’ve had. Photographing the lake in the afternoon makes it nearly impossible to capture a reflection on the water of the lake. Seeing this lone tree with a large puddle in front I thought it could make the reflection I was looking for. This was a test of a new wide angle lens I had just purchased. I like the way the small bits of grass in the foreground are really blurred. I had to get my camera really close to the water for this shot. It is certainly an improvement over a previous Lone tree at Bala Lake from back in 2009. At some point in the next few years I must stay nearby over night so that I can come down to the lake shore for a sunrise. Lake Bala is a special place for myself and my family so I will be sure to be back as often as I can.



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Ha’penny Bridge Dublin

The iconic bridge crossing the River Liffey in Dublin, Ireland, showcasing the city's blend of history and modernity.

There are over 20 bridges over the River Liffey in Dublin but this is the most famous. As a fan of photographing bridges this was a must on my first evening photoshoot. Ha’Penny Bridge is Dublin’s oldest and busiest pedestrian bridge. Opened in 1816 it replaced seven ferries operated by William Walsh. Walsh choose to build this bridge rather than improve the conditions of his ferries. The name ha’penny comes from the ha’penny toll for anyone crossing the bridge. This toll was eventually dropped in 1919. In 2001 the bridge was renovated and painted its original white colour. I was a little apprehensive about this location in the evening. It is very close to a lot of the bars Dublin is famous for. Even on a Sunday evening there were a lot of drunk people around. In the hour or so I was stood in this location with my camera on the tripod only 2 or 3 people approached me. All were friendly if a little intoxicated.