Mark Gray
Celestial Skies (Single)
DESCRIPTION
Earlier this particular night I did my usual evening ritual, heading to a nearby lookout to scope out the potential for a sunset but was greeted with clear skies as far as the eye could see. I knew instantly that the sunset wouldn't be worth shooting but decided that there could be a great opportunity to capture the Milky Way over the 12 Apostles later that night if conditions allowed. I checked the time of astronomical twilight and also the moonrise to make sure that I would be able to capture the night sky in all it's glory. I then organised dinner for the family and headed back to our accommodation to wait patiently until the sky was dark enough to shoot.
Later that night when my family were tucked up in bed, I headed back down to the 12 Apostles lookout. I had the entire place to myself.
I spent a couple of hours working the scene in the dark and finally settled on this unique photo of the 12 Apostles with all the glory of the Milky Way above.
AUTHOR
I'm a passionate landscape photographer with a love for the outdoors and sharing the magnificence of God's creation through my photography.
I've been a professional for over 20 years and with my amazing team, operate a retail gallery in Victoria, Australia. I specialise in traditional landscapes but also enjoy aerial photography from helicopters, planes and drones.
I've never been interested in how a camera works; for me it's just a tool that allows me to capture special moments in time and share them with the world. As a follower of Jesus Christ, I believe that my work is a testament to the truth and power of God and his incredible creation.
Through the ongoing support of my print collectors and workshop participants, I am grateful to travel extensively year round and enjoy capturing new and original work.
536 International Awards.
Photographer of the year (Abstract) - Re-Focus Awards 2025
Photographer Of The Year (Australia) - One Eyeland Photography Awards 2024
Photographer Of The Year (Fine Art) - One Eyeland Photography Awards 2024
EPSON Digital Art Award - EPSON International Panoramic Awards 2019
Winner (Trees, Forest & Woodlands Category) - International Garden Photographer of Year 2014
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