How wants to go for a swim here?
Photographed at the beautiful Cottesloe Beach, Western Australia
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Photographed with the Fujifilm X-Pro 1
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This one’s for you mum! I thought I would upload a quick photo while I have a break from packing.
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Dry, arid and parched, my mouth mirrored the surroundings of the desert. Signs of life seemed non-existent.
Rows of dark blackened sticks stood lonesome. Twisted and deformed from the heat, the once supporter’s of life braved the wind as they struggled to stand. The distant storm was departing, as scrambled drops lay embossed on the sand’s surface. Their impact was unsustainable.
I stood in amazement when the sun revealed itself through a diffused cloud. The softening glow seemed to cast an iridescent shadow of the dunes almost bring them to life. As the clouds passed the changing forms of the landscape were revealed. The desert was alive and beautiful.
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Photographed with the Fujifilm X-Pro 1
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See what happens when I play with paint and brushes? I think all the finger painting in my childhood paid off!
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My abstract take on the Australia Day fireworks held at Bathers Beach near the Port of Fremantle, Western Australia.
As always you can download these photographs for free. Enjoy.
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I photographed this abstract of the Perth Arena a few months ago when I was walking through the City Of Perth. Since its completion the building has hosted some major events like Elton John’s opening concert and the Hyundai Hopman Cup tennis tournament.
Photographed with the Fujifilm X-Pro 1
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I could smell the freshness of the forest. A raging river forged its path through the divided valley. Moss covered rocks crammed against each other fighting for elevation above the banks of the flowing river. Downstream the chuckle of laughing kookaburras broke the faint roar of the fading rapid.
I was surrounded by my element, the ever-changing outdoors.
Flowing and moving in a circular motion a collection of colours lingered at rapid’s end. I cast my view down to see my rippled reflection. A traversing mirror stared back. I could see a well-travelled landscape photographer in his element.
The last light was due for a show, patiently I watched and waited as a stream of gold broke from the scattered mass above me. My tripod was set. The image was ready. The shutter pressed.
I’m having a quick break from editing wedding photos and I thought I would upload a photo for the fans!
Thank you so much to the regulars who stop by the blog every day. I am still blown away that you call this little corner of the internet part of your online home.
As always I have made this photograph free for anyone to download. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Enjoy.
By simply choosing a different angle to photograph a common bird art can be created. I hope you like this one!
Something to brighten your day!
I created this artwork using layers blending modes in Photoshop. The effect is kind of cool and funky! I’m interested where do you see a picture like this belonging? In a child’s room; in a museum; at your house or should it go straight to the scrap heap? Thoughts?
I might even do a small tutorial for F Stop Lounge on how to do this – if I get the time! I have a few weddings to edit.
Until Next Time – Happy Shooting
Iridescent clouds passed the reflective ocean tide. The lone paddle border waited with patience for the wave seemed a scarce occurrence. His gaze was fixed on the lonely horizon. The still ocean didn’t seem to want to break the glassy norm.
I could see his shoulders shrug with a sigh. Maybe it was a moment of relaxation or frustration, I’m not quite sure as he seemed to be somewhat transfixed in the moment.
Paddle ready the border balanced afloat the watery mass. From no where the glistening watery surface gained in height to form an elusive wave. A powerful strong standing stroke aligned the nose of the board to the beach. The paddler elevated gracefully with the energetic wave.
Awaiting the wave – the moment had arrived. The short thrill of a ride, a journey of freedom and escape.
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Photographed with the Fujifilm X-Pro 1
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Have you ever sat in an amazement of a sunset in awe of its grandeur and beauty?
Yesterday I was fortunate to witness one of the world best sunsets at Cottesloe Beach located in Western Australia. I feel privileged to share this photograph with you and hope the best sunset in the world will bring some colour into your life. May you be inspired to create and share.
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Photographed with the Fujifilm X-Pro 1
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As you may remember earlier this month I posted the Beautiful Black Swan… this is my follow up photograph.
I am pleased to announce:
The latest FREE fine art photograph is ready to be downloaded.
December 2012 – White Swan.jpg
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The Osprey would certainly be my favourite bird to photograph because they have so much character.
This Osprey was happy to pose for me on my last trip to Geraldton with Shawn Haywood. The sun shone brightly so I was able to get the amazing catch light in its eye. I used about 5 images of trees, clouds and an oil tank to create this fine art portrait. Enjoy.
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I have had this image sitting on my hard drive for some time. The image has been stitched together from 18 images to create my latest fine art landscape.
I can’t wait to head back to this location at the end of the month to photograph another wedding at the beautiful Maitreya Private Retreat.
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Photographed in the Kruger National Park, South Africa
I really didn’t want to get any closer than this. This guy was huge!
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The Black Swan is a unique species found in Australia as it is the only swan in the world to be completely black. I photographed this beautiful bird in the early morning light and created my next fine art wildlife piece. Enjoy
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November 2012 – Rottnest Island.jpg
November 2012 – Quokka.jpg
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Abstract art is one of my newly found passions so expect to see a few more like this.
I created this art by combining 5 photos from a recent photography session at Circular Pool. What do you think? Is this type of photography your cup of tea?
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My African wildlife art can now hang on your wall every day of the year! If you are an African lover then this calendar is for you.
Calendars can be printed and delivered by Christmas if you get in early. To order and view the full 2013 Calendar “African Wildlife Art” simply click on the image below. Enjoy.
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October 2012 – Circular Pool.tiff
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September 2012 – Horses.tiff
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September 2012 – Wildflower.jpeg
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A quick update for you all.
PayPal is currently reviewing my business account so at this time gift certificates purchased through the Leigh Diprose Gallery can’t be purchased online. Donations have also been affected.
PayPal have assured me for a quick turnaround with the review of my account. I expect the outage to last around 1 or 2 weeks.
In the meantime if you wish to purchase a gift certificate or contribute a donation please contact me directly through email (leighdiprosephotography@yahoo.com.au) and I can offer an alternative solution whilst my account is being reviewed.
Thank you to everyone who has offered financial support so far either by purchasing a gift certificate, providing a donation or purchasing a photograph. It truly helps me provide more free photos for you all. In case you missed the news any wildlife or landscape photo I take next year I plan on providing the photo free to the public. All of these photographs will be Royalty Free with no copyright attached so you can download and use the photos for whatever you like. Currently I am providing two free photos a month however next year I plan to release at least 300 free fine art images for you all.
If you would like to find out why I am doing this then please follow the link to the previous post – “The Meaning Of Free”
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Leigh Diprose
Darling Harbour in beautiful Sydney Australia
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The deafening howl increased as wind shuttled passed my ears. My vision was temporarily interrupted, the blast of sand in my eyes was agonizing. Recovering the gritty debris from my vision I wasn’t about to retreat to the car without exercising my camera. Nothing was going to stop me.
The picture before me was developing into a scene…one that was worth waiting for.
The light was starting to revel itself from lost clouds gathering on the distant horizon. Secure in its footings the wooden jetty stood strong against the battling water thrashing against its dilapidating wooden boards. Seaweed draped over the edge of the wet structure breaking up horizontal repetition within the frame. My mind raced as fast as the clouds gathered in front of me.
With the fishing trawler awaiting a new dawn the light above began to broadcast itself between the clouds. A magical glow illuminated the camera sensor into action. The scene was born.
If you would like to see the scene I also took from this spot check out my recent post – Beauty Abounds in Port Gregory.
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August 2012 – Osprey.jpeg
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August 2012 – Port Gregory.jpeg
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The world is light; tone; shape and form – its my job as an artist to share life’s intricate details.
Beauty abounds the natural wonders of Port Gregory. Waves turn and tumble roaring as weathered water amasses to the shore. Running in synchronization waves continues their forceful journey along the beach gliding until the evanescent wave reaches its peak. Receding water reflects the final afterglow. The watery rhythm continues as the bright beams fill voids upon the open ocean.
A gazebo stands steadfast upon its foundations as winds howl in its path. Weathered rotting wood holds little protection for the passing traveller. The storm shows no sign of holding back. Light passes through thick developed clouds shedding warmth wherever it lands. The spectacle emerges as low clouds pass; clearing the misty confusion. Crouched with tripod and camera in hand the words develop in my mind. Wind; rain; light and water – the perfect composition.
Canon EOS 1D MK IV – 85mm – ISO 50 – f14 – 1 second – PS CS5
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July 2012 – Mt Field National Park.jpeg
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Published in The Sunday Times – Sunday, 29th June 2012
The article written by Emily Moulton on page 31 reads:
Power and the glory
THIS breathtaking shot of a female humpback having a whale of a time was taken off Albany.
The majestic creature entered King George Sound with her newborn calf a few weeks ago and was seen by whale watchers on board an Albany Ocean Adventures tour.
Fremantle photographer Leigh Diprose was one of those lucky passengers and captured this magical moment of the humpback breaching.
“It was on my bucket list,” Mr Diprose said. “The whale had a two-week-old calf with her and it was fantastic to have witnessed the calf trying to breach the water, then its mum came out of nowhere and started breaching. It was amazing.”
Paul Guest, from Albany Ocean Adventures, said the cow and calf stayed in King George Sound for about six days after this picture was taken – the first time a migrating humpback had done that in a long while.
“Normally they swim right on through,” he said. “It was a little unusual. You could also tell the calf was very young, less than two weeks old.
“Its dorsal fin was still bent over. It straightens up after 14 days.”
I release two free photos every month. The full resolution photo of the humpback whale is one of the images you can download for free.
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Wow! When I got a message from Paul Guest from Albany today I was excited. He told me my photograph had made it to the front cover of the local paper – The Great Southern Weekender. The Great Southern Weekender has a circulation of just over 20,000 homes and businesses. Thanks also to Shawn Haywood from Geraldton (one of my favourite places!) who ended up telling someone in Albany about the photo…who told someone else…and so on….
I would like to thank Albany Ocean Adventures for the true adventure photographing such an amazing animal – the Humpback Whale. Paul was so knowledgeable about the whales and put the boat in the perfect position to take the photo. If you ever get the chance to get to Albany be sure to book a trip whale watching aboard the Silver Star with Albany Ocean Adventures.
Paul Guest from Albany Ocean Adventures
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The Front Cover of the Great Southern Weekender
The Inside Cover of the Great Southern Weekender
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July 2012 – Albany Ocean Adventures.tiff
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June 2012 – Big Brook Dam 002.tiff
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June 2012 – Port Gregory 011.tiff
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You may not know one of my favourite subjects to photograph are people. Don’t get me wrong…wildlife and landscapes are certainly up there…but theres something about photographing people that creates an emotional connection you just can’t get from a landscape or animal.
Some people are cringing right now at the thought of portrait photography. Unpacking the camera bag and pointing the lens in the general direction of their loved one to capture “the shot” may make them want to head for the hills (or Northam…sorry Merv)…not to mention weddings as the ultimate hill runner.
Personally I see the pursuit of the classic portrait as a challenge. Simply pointing the lens at a person and taking a photo is certainly the easy part anyone can do….for me the skill in portrait photography is capturing the emotion of an individual in a single frame. If you can manage to do that then portrait photography might be for you.
Thinking back, since I was a small boy (when I was young…. – ha!) I have always had a fascination with people. I would watch people and learn their idiosyncrasies by building up a mind map of their vastly different personalities in my head. To this day I still practice this by listening and engaging with as many people as I can possible talk to. Over the years my little mind map of humans has been an expansive blueprint into the emotions of an individual, so when it comes to connecting with the shutter on my camera I have a fair idea what I am wanting to portray emotionally within the final photograph.
Being able to read people and capture someone at their emotional peak is what I strive to achieve in my portrait photography. I’ll give you an example… if I am wanting to capture some candid shots at a wedding I simply listen to the conversations around me. A picture develops in my mind and I build up a profile of the people in the conversation. Then, having listened to the conversation I am able to anticipate a laugh or a smile and at that point my fingerprint is left of the shutter button. For me anticipating the emotional reaction of someone always leads to a great picture. I see way too may photographers running around chasing after a photo when the picture is actually painted right in front of them. They simply don’t listen…they are too busy looking for the photograph.
I would like to challenge all the photographers out there to find some emotional connection in the photographs they are capturing. If you aren’t looking to portray emotion within your art then you should really put the tools down and climb a tree. I’m sure Leonardo da Vinci thought about the emotions of his masterpieces before he picked up his paintbrush – so as artists we should do the same.
I want to share some recent photographs each day with you for the remainder of the month. The technical details and sharpness are not my main priority in photography anymore….for me capturing the emotion is my main focus and always has been. So sit back and enjoy the abundance of emotions coming your way.
So you don’t miss out on the emotional journey I will be posting five times daily for the rest of the month. Enjoy.
Until next time.
Happy Shooting
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May 2012 – Fern Pool 001.tiff and Fern Pool 002.tiff
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Decided I would have some fun painting after a long night of editing weddings.
Here is the result. What do you think? Did I go too far?
April 2012 – Leighton Beach.zip
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April 2012 – Southgate Dunes.zip
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What a photographers day! Paradise to be exact. Getting up at 4.45am with my head torch turned on full brightness I made my way down the overgrown backyard path to the Canning River with Adrian Wayte and Paul Pichugin. The moon was glowing and the photographers were scouting for an early morning sunrise over the river rapids. Adrian and Paul’s images from today managed to capture the serenity of the morning. The gentle sound of the river as it rolled across the rocks echoes in my mind whenever I see their masterpieces. Thanks for a fantastic morning guys!
I have added another two abstract images I captured earlier today to my unofficial backyard collection. Enjoy
Well the day has finally come. I have decided to share some of my images to the world for free!
“Why are you doing that?” I hear you ask……
All I can say in reply is I would like to make this world a better place by bringing colour into homes and smiles onto faces.
If you think someone needs a cheer up why not print a free photo by Leigh Diprose Photography and give it to them. You could share the photo on Facebook with a personal message or even use it as a desktop background, the possibilities are endless.
Each month I will be uploading at least one photo to share with you all. You can download the photo on the right hand side of the blog. The current month .zip file will contain one text document and one FULL resolution image. The text document will need to be read first to view some usage terms and conditions.
If you like or use the image please feel free to click the “Donate” button above the download box. Every dollar you donate will help me share more quality fine art images with the world – keeping this service free for all.
I welcome your comments and feedback.
A preview of this month’s free FULL resolution image is shown below (full resolution image will not contain a watermark):
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Wow! I’m still here too!
Thought I better post one up in between renovating the back yard, living it up in the Hunter Valley, portraits, Fujifilm (taking most of my time these days) and the family!
Shot on the Canon EOS ID MK III somewhere in Geraldton….I forget where….Shawn where was it again that we went?
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