Join me in experiencing my adventures and excitement on my photo shoots, as I unwrap my journey involved in capturing images that linger, whilst reflecting spectacular scenery that soak the soul with peace and hope!
Natural Bridge, Springbrook National Park, Queensland, Australia, is an iconic location. It had been some time since I last visited it. This wonderful destination is only about an hour’s drive from home. I set out early that morning, as it is so well known, I knew the relevance of arriving early before the crowds made an appearance. They have a right to be there of course.
The temperature was cold outside. As I ventured into the countryside, I noticed the temperature dropped to 4 degrees Celsius. But I was warm in my vehicle with my heated seat on. As I arrived at the car park, apart from a van with people sleeping in it overnight, I was the first day visitor. It did not take me long to gather my photographic equipment and walk towards this infamous waterfall/cave.
It was winter, which I intentionally visited during the cooler months, due to the obvious absence of snakes, but I still took precaution by wearing good hiking boots and warm winter clothing. I’m not one to take chances with snakes as I have encountered them along my journey, but that was in the summer time.
On my previous visits to Natural Bridge, I had captured shots from the cave, looking out onto the river and countryside. But, this time, I intentionally wanted to do something different. So, I started my 6-hour shoot capturing the cave and waterfall from the outdoor platform. I used a couple of different lenses which always offer unique perspectives, of course.
My shoot started at 6.30am. It was quiet, with the wonderful sound of birds and water, in the form of the waterfall that cascades with force through the rock, in the form of a cave. After capturing shots from various view points, I did end up in the cave, shooting different material from previous visits. I always stand with caution in that cave. As the light flooded into the cave, I felt ‘safer’! My imagination is fertile when I’m in situations that are sometimes unpredictable or unknown. However, I specifically concentrated on my subject matter, to distract from fear trying to override my shoot.
By the time 12.30pm arrived, I knew it was time to pack away my equipment. I met some lovely people during the morning. All in all, it was a memorable photo shoot. Returning to my vehicle with joy in my heart as I realised I had some unique shots.