Armidale Show 2026
This year I decided to enter the Armidale Show photography competition, submitting 10 images across 10 themes, an experience that involved a lot more trimming, mounting, and trial-and-error than expected. Even though I was running on fumes after a hectic couple of days, I still managed to capture a few moments from the show that I really liked. Despite only taking home one win, it was a valuable experience, and it was great to see others in my circle do so well.
Minerama Fossicking, Gem & Jewellery Show 2026
Working in event coverage often leads to experiences I wouldn’t normally seek out, like photographing Minerama in Glen Innes. What started as a simple media job turned into several hours of conversations, photos, and learning about the craft behind gemstones. I left with a heap of images and a newfound respect for the artisans who make it all possible.
Sticky Date Pudding
I revisited my long-dormant “Home Movies” project over the weekend while also taking the chance to practise some portraits with family. A little too much sticky date pudding made the creative process harder than expected, proving photography is sometimes easier on an empty stomach. Even if the results weren’t perfect, it was a fun and valuable return to experimenting.
Test Shoot at the Cascades
With Morning Chorus wrapped, I kicked off an untitled autumn project with a test shoot on the Cascade Trail in New England National Park, and it quickly turned into one of my favourite shoots of the past two years. Shot wide open on the Canon R8 with a vintage Nikkor 85mm, the dreamlike forest light and an incredible first-time model have me convinced this project is going to be something special.
Another Trip to the Armidale Greyhound Track
After months of waiting, Evelyn and I finally caught the Armidale Greyhound tracks in the exact light we’d been hoping for, with the sun pouring through the old Mill Bar and Grill windows. The mood completely transformed, even if we ended up winning on lighting and losing on subjects.
Summer House Concert III
Mike’s annual house concert returned with great music from Jhana Allan, Alice Cotton, and newcomer Anousha Victoire, and I was lucky enough to bring my camera along. Shot on the Canon R8 with a vintage Nikon Nikkor 85mm f/1.8, mosquitoes aside, it was absolutely worth it.
A Weekend in Brisbane
I headed to Brisbane with Evelyn from Peacock Photography to finally catch Viagra Boys live, turning the trip into a full day of street photography with a 35mm manual lens. Shooting in the heat and chaos of the city pushed me well outside my comfort zone, but even with only a few standout images, it proved to be a valuable learning experience.
The Glen Innes Cup
Just weeks into the new year, I found myself photographing something completely outside my usual wheelhouse at the Glen Innes Cup. Between the blistering high-country sun, huge crowds, and plenty of candid moments, it turned into a surprisingly fun day of people-watching, problem-solving, and making images I’m genuinely happy with.
A Week at Lennox Head
A week at Lennox Head was the perfect way to wrap up 2025, offering a much-needed reset after a hectic end to the year. Shot simply with a Canon R8 and a vintage 35mm lens, this photo journal captures quiet sunrises, family moments, long coastal walks, and the shifting moods of the beach. From Christmas morning calm to surfer silhouettes at dawn, it’s a relaxed reflection on slowing down, finding a visual voice, and ending the year on a high.