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The Low-Down
Twenty Eight of the Fifty Drone Photography of the Year Winning Photos Would be Illegal Under Australian Regulations
At least 28 of the 50 finalists in the Drone Photography of the Year competition could never have been taken legally in Australia.
Western Australia Leading the Way on Drone Use in National Parks in Australia
Forward-thinking park authorities in Western Australia have completely relaxed their drone regulations and removed any requirement to apply for permission before using them.
But Seriously, What’s With all the Drone Hate?
Quadcopter fliers are a target of hatred and violence and are being attacked by governments, local authorities and neighbourhood skunk farmers. But why and what can be done about it?
Shoots
Beautiful Summer Day in Huskisson
It was an absolutely beautiful summer’s day down here in South Coast NSW today – a warm, lazy Sunday. And with the strong winds of the early weekend eased off I knew I had to take advantage of the conditions and take my Mavic 2 Pro for a fly. We chose to head down to Huskisson first and I flew over the creek and the bay, catching the coming and going of the water traffic.
So much going on in this pano. Couple of jet-skis heading out, the dolphin boats […]
An Empty Beach and a Back-lit Sunset
An awesome Friday evening flying the Mavic 2 Pro down at Berrys Beach during a dramatic sunset.
Hay Bales and a Berry Sunset
An evening spent looking out over the pastures near Berry made for a memorable sunset.
Techniques and Tips
How to Photograph Bioluminescent Oceans
Bioluminescent algae is an amazing and rare natural phenomenon and an amazing occurence to photograph. Here's how to maximise your chances of seeing it and how best to capture it if you do.
How I Got the Shot – Sunset Lightning
My lightning shot got a bit of attention and I was asked how best to capture such scenes, so here's a little guide.
Inspiring Videos and Timelapses
WHO HE?
Hey there. I’m Andy Hutchinson and for the last 12 years I’ve been photographing, blogging (and more recently vlogging) about everything I find, see and enjoy here in South Coast, New South Wales. This is my blogging site focused on my hobby (and part-time job) of photography. Please enjoy my little writing and my photography and I’d love to hear your feedback.
SOME OF MY KEEPERS
Seven Mile Beach
Pastel shades filled the sky on a memorable sunset on Seven Mile Beach at Gerroa.
Some Kind of Blue
Bioluminescent algae turn the beach to neon blue in Jervis Bay.
Electrical Storm Over Mount Coolangatta
An incredible electrical storm tracked north up Seven Mile Beach National Park right as the sun was setting golden orange.