This is a painting I did from a photograph when I was travelling around New Zealand. A bit messy, but I like the colours and the impression of the lake and hills.
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Having just arrived in New Zealand after spending 7 months in Thailand, I hated it! It was cold, I knew no one and I just couldn’t muster even the smallest smile! I remember feeling a little lost and lonely.
I booked onto the Magic Bus, a tour company that transports you wherever you want to go. I chose to travel around the whole of the north and south islands. It was the best thing I could have done, I made friends quickly, had a lot of fun, and had some fantastic experiences!
It was only about 6.00am when we left Auckland. The bus driver made a pit-stop, so we could take a photograph to mark the start of our adventures! It was cold and misty, but the views of the city and the low-lying clouds on the far side were fabulous!
And just like that, I was happy and excited once more!
Today, I’d like to share my ‘Images of Australia’ from morrisophotography!
I love Australia and these images bring a smile to my face as I fondly remember my trips to visit my family in Queensland and South Australia, exploring Noosa National Park alone, and visiting Lake Hart as part of a 6-day tour. Fabulous Memories!
When I lived in Bangkok, one of my favourites things to do was to visit an art exhibition or two.
This photo was from an exhibition called “Illusion of the Human Body”. Large painted canvases showing parts of the body stitched together. It was meant to represent how people turn to plastic surgery to achieve beauty when there is natural beauty in everyone.
I love art and whether I understand the subject or not, I appreciate the artist’s talent and creativeness.
The Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall is a striking example of European design located in Dusit Park in Bangkok. It was commissioned by King Rama V in 1906 and built by royal architects Mario Tamagno and Annibale Rigotti in the Neo-Classical style.
This dome of the roof is typical of European structures at the time. Even the beautiful white marble was imported from Carrara in Italy.
Exert taken from my book – On the Trail of Bangkok’s European Heritage.
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I can’t believe it’s been 16 years since I spent a glorious 7 weeks in New Zealand.
I travelled around the north and south islands where I experienced so much, not least the lovely little village town of Akaroa.
The countryside, as you drive towards Akaroa, are gorgeous.
I walked to the lighthouse on the harbour.
Akaroa is small, so you don’t need a lot of time there, but it’s a lovely place to wander around and enjoy the peaceful environment.
I loved my time in New Zealand. The scenery is just stunning and I had an amazing time there.
Something that has turned into an annual thing, my tales serve as reminders of my life through the years. Here is my 2022!
I started the new year with healthy habits, cooking good food, getting back into regular exercise and going out for walks. I discovered a marina which I’d never seen before in all the years I have lived in my hometown!
It’s always such a joy when you come across wildlife, and so close to home too!
The lovely All Saints Church on Church Lane, Little Billing has a Saxon front and built around 1100 – I just had to take a photograph.
I love taking photos of animals in all their shapes and forms, but photographing smaller creatures has its challenges. For once, these beauties stayed long enough for me to capture them.
I love taking photos of flowers. So many varieties and colours, they really do brighten up your day!
In June, I travelled to Leicester to meet up with some of the guys I used to work with in Bangkok. It was a really fabulous afternoon – we chatted over food and drinks and it was like I only saw them yesterday.
Also in June, capturing the sunrise one morning at 5 am. Just look at those colours!
The Washlands in Northampton is always good for photo opportunities.
I also took a stroll around Abington Park.
I published my first calendar ‘Out in the Countryside’ – an 18 month calendar (July 22 – Dec 23) featuring images from Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, New Zealand and the UK. Getting out in the countryside is a great way to get some fresh air, to feel healthy, and to feel alive.
What a wonderful August I had. I got to spend two glorious weeks on holiday with my friends. And where better to go with them, than to one of my favourite places on earth – my old home of Thailand! Plus, we spent three days in Singapore – a new destination for me.
Soon enough our time in Singapore was over and we headed to Phuket in Thailand. In all my time living there, I had never been to Phuket, so it was nice to see somewhere new. The views were epic!
We took a trip to Koh Phi Phi. I had been there in 2008, so it was nice to see it again.
Back in Mai Khao, we were right next to the airport and every day – many times a day – we watched planes take off over the water – what a thrill!
I was unhappy in my previous job and I have always said that if I am not happy, I will do something about it. So when I was offered a new job on the spot, I could not have been happier!
Sometimes, the paths we follow are not the right ones for us, but I came to realise that we will eventually reach a place of joy once more!
My mantra has always been that everything works out in the end and it usually does!
I can’t resist taking photos of the vivid colours of nature while out walking.
This Pink Fuschia is from my parent’s garden, always blooming in the summer. When I go to see them, I always spend a few minutes taking photos of their beautiful flowers.
When I go to see my best friend, Chris, we always make time to have drinks at Cafe Steijn -one of our favourite haunts in Rotterdam
The weather changed for the worse in December and we had snow on the ground.
But, whatever the weather, I am grateful for all the special moments and experiences I had during 2022.
Sending love and good wishes to you all!
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