january out and about

30 January 2017

Calafornia Poppies, John's Creek, Lake Hawea

Although my sketchbook is never far away on pretty much every trip outdoors, I do also have a new SLR camera, a Nikon D5500, that has become my constant companion. I've had to start using a bigger day pack too, because along with sketchbooks and paints I now also have to carry a tripod, big camera and lens and filters.

So far my 'models' have been very patient. Thank you!

Near Makarora, Southern Alps, New Zealand

Wingsuit BASE jumping, Mt Aspiring National Park, NZ

Reflections, Westland National Park, New Zealand

Evening Light, Westland National Park, New Zealand

Slacklining on the beach, Westland, New Zealand

View of Lake Wanaka & Roys Peak, New Zealand

Fresh snow and view of Mt Aspiring and the Southern Alps, New Zealand

Me high above home. Southern Alps, New Zealand.

Next stop February...
Here's hoping February brings more settled and more summer-like weather for longer adventures!

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