My Art work is now available to purchase on Red Bubble.

September 30, 2019 Geoffrey O'Hearn

I have finally been able to set up the facility to order my work online for you to be able to purchase and proudly display in your home. Only a couple of images are available initially and that will grow in time. My work can be purchased in a variety of ways including metallic prints, framed prints, canvas and other items such as phone cases along with other merchandise.

Follow the link to my portfolio on Red Bubble. Or click the images below to link to the available products for each photo.

I can also do some prints myself. Please contact me for any enquiries.

The arts centre spire is stylish as the face of a clock.

Early morning Melbourne makes for a stunning print. The dark contrast is ideal for a metallic print.

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Charlies Auto Museum on the Mornington Peninsula

June 13, 2018 Geoffrey O'Hearn

Charlie's Auto Museum, Arthurs Seat, Victoria, Australia

Charlie's Auto Museum is located on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria and is a must for the auto enthusiast, especially if you like some of the old British and American Cars. The address is 175 Purves Road, Arthurs Seat and is approximately an hour and a half drive from Melbourne.

Charlie opened the museum in 1988 and over the years the collection has grown to over 80 vehicles and a wide range of paraphernalia.

Entry is a reasonable $15 for Adults with children $8. A family ticket is also available for $40. The staff are friendly and there is a cafe onsite for refreshments.

Located nearby is the Enchanted Adventure Garden which features a hedge maze and zip-line as well as the Arthurs Seat Eagle scenic gondola ride. Make it a full day trip and enjoy some of the local wines from the numerous wineries or head down to the beach to refresh on a hot day.

Ship Rock Falls Victoria Australia

May 22, 2018 Geoffrey O'Hearn

Ship Rock Falls, Hoddles Creek, Victoria, Australia

On a cold and drizzly day I found myself at the Ship Rock Falls in Hoddles Creek, Victoria. Located on Gembrook-Launching Place Road, it is wise to use GPS navigation as you can easily miss the entrance if you are not paying attention.

There is a picnic site and a very basic toilet that drops to a septic tank. A short walk of 170 meters will bring you to the viewing platform. From there you can see an "off track" path that will bring you closer to waterfalls. Follow the path and you will have a choice to climb up for a closer view, or climb down for a more overall view of the falls.

Caution: This site is not the easiest to walk around and there is very little in the way of defined tracks. You will need some effort to get around this area. The rocks can be very slippery, even more so when they are wet. I thoroughly recommend having at least one other person with you in case you get into trouble.

The reward is the ability to take some great photos. Long exposure photography with waterfalls is a must, so bring your ND filter with you to get those photos with silky water streaming over the rocks.

Warburton Redwood Forest Wonder

May 17, 2018 Geoffrey O'Hearn

About an hour and a half drive east from Melbourne, near the Yarra Valley, is the Warburton Redwood Forrest.

The car park is down a small dirt road suitable for all vehicles. Adjacent to the car park is the entrance and wondrous view of the 1476 Californian Redwood trees arranged in geometric symmetry. Row after row of tall timber lined up perfectly has you looking in all directions, appreciative on the clever planting and majesty of nature to grow and keep these majestic pillars erect in such an order.

Dragon's Nest and the straight lines of the forest

As you walk through the forest you are greeted with the remains of woven "dragons nests" which are believed to be part of an artwork and add to the mystique of this forest.

Further down the hill as you walk through the forest are some walking tracks. These walking tracks will take you to Cement Creek. Bring your ND filters and there is great opportunity for photos of the creek with silky smooth water.

If you like nature and want to do something different then the drive to this forest is well worth the effort.

Wonderful Wandiligong

May 2, 2018 Geoffrey O'Hearn

In a picturesque Valley, just down the road from Bright in the alpine region of Victoria Australia is the wonderful town of Wandiligong. Perfect on an autumn's day you are greeted with colourful tranquillity as you drive into town.

The town itself is quiet and still has a few buildings that resulted from the gold rush era of the 1860's. There are walking and cycling trails that make this area perfect for those looking to enjoy the beauty of the area and the fresh mountain air.

Around Wandiligong there are many apple orchards, of which you can purchase many varieties of fresh apples from Nightingales Alpine Produce at great prices. The region is also well known for chestnuts. Something to try is the chestnut soup from the Wandiful Produce Farm Shed Cafe, open only in autumn and where you can pick your own chestnuts.

If you are looking for a meal, the Wandi Pub is very popular and there are many other options just 6km down the road in Bright. If you are on the food trail then you will revel being within the gourmet food region of Victoria with the township of Milawa, a highlight, within an hour drive where you will also locate the Brown Brothers winery.

Accommodation is can be found with many bed and breakfasts in the area or there are hotels and camping grounds in nearby Bright.

For photographers Wandiligong is a fantastic area to be based. The landscape is varied and stunning. Within reach are the peaks of the Victorian alps which provide stunning vistas. You can take photos of the rivers and waterfalls or of the bush. Maybe the autumn colours, the historic townships or the symmetry of the vineyards, orchards, nut farms or hop growers. Light pollution is very minimal which is perfect for astro-photography. There are so many oppportunities for amazing photos you will wish you had much much more time available.