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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
Gold is the Colour
Golds and reds were the order of the day on an awesome sunrise shoot on Seven Mile Beach.
Sunset at North Seven Mile and Sunrise at South Seven Mile
I decided to photograph both the sunset on Sunday and the sunrise on Monday at either end of Seven Mile Beach.
Sunset Flight Over Berry
Windless evenings are a rarity when you live near the coast, so it's best to make the most of them when they happen. So I put the Mavic 2 Pro up above my own town of Berry to capture the rural scenery.
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
Broughton Creek Sunrise
Golden back-lit skies brought amazing reflections to Broughton Creek near the tourist town of Berry.
Seven Mile Beach
Pastel shades filled the sky on a memorable sunset on Seven Mile Beach at Gerroa.
Drawing Room Rocks
Drawing Room Rocks offers one of the best views on the whole south coast of NSW, but if you visit at sunrise then sometimes you get to see the phantom falls too.