

Good Weather is Bad | Blue Lake, St Bathans
There are at least five Blue Lakes in New Zealand. But this is the only man-made Blue Lake, created as a result of dredging for gold in...


Portal into Otago | Lindis Pass
Escaping from inclement weather at Mt Cook, Tom and I manoevered the campervan over the low saddle into Central Otago. As predicted,...


Flat White | Hooker Lake, Mt Cook National Park
In the heart of a cold Kiwi winter, we scored a window of fine weather. Under a blazing blue Canterbury sky, Tom and I ventured out of...


Paradise Found | McLean Falls
Waterfalls are common subjects for photographers, but are notoriously challenging to capture. The high dynamic range of white water...


Working a location | Boulder Bank, Nelson
To reach this landmark lighthouse requires a tedious gravel bash of seven kilometres. The pounding of hardened leather boots on unstable...


Golden Hour at Nugget Point
At the bottom of the world; the ends of the earth, really, lies this magic landmark. Situated near the southernmost point of New...


Night & Day
Here are two photographs shot on the SAME MORNING, at the SAME LOCATION. The difference, as they say, is night and day. See how Ray...


Look over your shoulder | Moeraki Boulder
Located on the east coast of New Zealand's South Island, the Moeraki Boulders are a tourist magnet, particularly at sunrise. Visit during...


Best of Both Worlds
The iconic Boat Shed Cafe cantilevers over the waters of Nelson Haven. Using buildings within landscape photos does not follow the purist...


Last Man Standing | Queenstown, NZ
The premium tourist town of New Zealand, Queenstown is arguably the most picturesque place for landscape photographers. But great shots...