Rooftops

Camera // L-CA+

Film // Lomography 100

Suzie x

It is nice to know someone has your back....

This year has been one of big changes and new directions. Deciding to do postgraduate study and changing the direction of my (work) life has been somewhat of a roller-coaster ride for me. I knew it wasn't going to be easy but I have to say that sometimes it is nice to know someone has your back (especially in times when you feel so overwhelmingly consumed by self-doubt). 

Suzie x

Camera // Pentax MZ-50

Film // Fujifilm 200

Cataract Gorge, Tasmania

Location // Cataract Gorge, Tasmania

Camera // Canon 1000D

Suzie x

Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain National Park

Location // Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain National Park, Tasmania
Camera // Canon 1000D

Suzie x

Daylesford Railway Station

Location // Daylesford Railway Station
Camera //  Canon 1000D

Suzie x

Macedon ranges

Location // Macedon Ranges

Camera // Canon 1000D

Suzie x

Tree with many branches

This weekend we went on a photo trip/drive to the Daylesford area. These photos were taken in the gardens around Hepburn Springs.

Location // Hepburn Springs

Camera // Canon 100D

Suzie x

Sorrento/Portsea

Location // Sorrento / Portsea

Camera // L-CA+

Film // Lomography 100

Suzie x

Henley Beach

Location // Henley Beach, Adelaide.

Camera // L-CA+

Film // Lomography 100

Suzie x

Barossa Valley

After a bit of break from posting I thought I would share these photos that were taken over the Christmas/New Year. We headed over to South Australia and spent a couple of days touring around the Barossa Valley. It was the perfect opportunity for me to try out my new L-CA+.

Location // Barossa Valley, South Australia
Camera // L-CA+
Film // Lomography 100
Suzie x

Looking back on 2011

I thought I would share with you a few of my favourite shots from 2011 as well as give a little wrap up. After my travels last year this year was bound to be a quiet year in comparison, which is not to say that it was a bad year.

Here a few of my highlights for 2011:

• In February, saw the arrival of my little niece, who I absolutely adore.
• In April, we had a super long weekend and the boyfriend and I took a trip up to Sydney and explored the city, Blue Mountains and Hunter Valley.
• In June, my boyfriend and I celebrated 2 years together with a weekend away in the Dandenongs. Also attended my 10 year high school reunion (it’s crazy how fast time has flown by).
• In October, I (finally) graduated from my undergraduate degree, which was a great achievement for me. I also made a pretty major decision (well it was definitely a big decision for me personally anyway).
• In December, I had a great Birthday/Christmas surrounded by people I love, you really can't ask for more.

Looking back on last year’s list of things I wanted to do in 2011. I think I achieved everything I wanted for 2011 but I am looking forward to the big new changes 2012 will bring.

Happy New Year and I hope 2012 is everything you hope it to be.

Suzie x

Merry Christmas!

I hope you all have a Merry Christmas and a safe and happy new year!

Suzie x

Structures

I am getting a little bit excited for the things to come.

Suzie x

Camera / / Pentax MZ-50

Film / / Fujifilm 400

Pentax MZ-50

Pentax MZ-50, also known as the Pentax ZX-50, is a K-mount autofocus SLR produced by Pentax in 1997. Ideal for those who are new to SLR photography.

The Pentax MZ-50 was my first real camera. I remember saving for ages to purchase an SLR and although this was not my first choice (I had my heart set on another, I can’t remember what now) it was my prized possession for a long time. I had many adventures with this camera, which had been neglected. That was until recently when I rediscovered the beauty of this camera.

The Pentax MZ-50 is compact and light weight autofocus SLR and back in the 90’s it was said to have had a “broad range of advanced technologies”. The MZ-50 has some issues with the autofocus, which seems to be a common fault with this camera. The main problem is when using the autofocus mode it has some trouble focusing properly, however this could simply be fixed by switching to the manual focus option.

Putting the issues with the autofocus aside.

When it comes to the photos that are produced with this camera, I have always been quite impressed with the results. The MZ-50 takes the standard 35mm film and through experimenting with different films I have found it be a versatile camera.

The MZ-50 is a great camera for those who are starting out with a film SLR. It is functional and uncomplicated making it easy to use for beginners. Another added bonus is these days you can pick one up online for around $20.

Review originally published on lomography.com and can be found here.


Suzie x


Camera / / Pentax MZ-50
Film / / Fujifilm 200

Blue Skies

Blue skies all around. I love how the blue skies translated in these shots, especially in the first shot.  

Suzie x

Camera // Pentax MZ-50

Film // Fujifilm 200

Camera Comparison

The first shot was taken with my Superheadz and the second with my Pentax MZ-50. I have to say they both have qualities I really like. The Superheadz photo was taken through a car window while moving so I think that the photo turned out pretty well considering. But I really I like how the colours translated in the Pentax shot.

I hope you have all had a great start to the week.

Suzie x

Camera // Superheadz Wide Angle and Pentax MZ-50

Film // Fujifilm 200

Herb garden in progress

The boy and I finally got motivated to start our own herb garden recently. This has long been something I wanted to do. The photos above were taken on the day we planted them. We planted basil, oregano, thyme, coriander and rosemary. Along with chilli, mint and tomatoes. A few weeks have past, they are all growing quite nicely and its also been nice to use them in the kitchen as well.

Have you had a go at planting a herb garden? How did it turn out? I would love to hear any trips you have.

Suzie x

Camera // Diana Mini
Film // Fujifilm 200