For much of the last 100 years the Latrobe Valley, Victoria, Australia coal mines provided the adjoining power stations with the raw material to generate most of the Victoria’s electricity. The State’s energy transition is now underway to move away from coal to use more renewable sources.
The Hazelwood Brown Coal Mine closed in 2017 after over 60 years of operation. Over the subsequent years, the owner and operator of the mine has begun works to decommission infrastructure and rehabilitate the site. However, these huge open cast mines will leave massive scars on the Valley for many years to come.
'The sky is water' was taken above a flooded open cut mine, with the 'horizon' formed by the waterline and floating dust and other debris, with the clear blue sky above reflected in the distant water. To me, this photo borders on artistic 'sublime', touching as it does on the interaction of nature with humankind.
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The sky is water (Single)
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I am an abstract aerial photographer capturing unique aerial images. With a background as a pilot, a passion for photography and a desire to push the boundaries of conventional aerial imagery, I am always looking for ways to capture fascinating, often mesmerising abstract images.
My work has been recognised for its fresh and imaginative style, and I have received praise from photography experts and enthusiasts alike, as well as a number of awards in different photographic competitions.
Whether shooting cityscapes, seascapes or rural areas, my goal is to make stunning aerial pictures which cause you to pause, consider and reflect on these remarkable images.
My work has been recognised for its fresh and imaginative style, and I have received praise from photography experts and enthusiasts alike, as well as a number of awards in different photographic competitions.
Whether shooting cityscapes, seascapes or rural areas, my goal is to make stunning aerial pictures which cause you to pause, consider and reflect on these remarkable images.
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