The last rose of the season.. it flows from dark pink on the edges and whiter on the inside

Sometimes a rose is just a rose.. and sometimes it's more than that..

Book on Renaissance economy, Florence.

I enjoy reading and I found this book great, it can be 'heavy' at times but for anyone who has an interest in the renaissance period this allows you to see the economic side of life in those times, banking and otherwise.
#richardagoldthwaite
#renaissance
#banking
#goodread
#book

The Control House on Pyrmont Bridge, Sydney.

The historic control house (aka The Cabin) still sits on Pyrmont Bridge in Sydney. Built in 1902 it served to open & close the bridge. Pyrmont Bridge has served for many years now as a walkway into the city & the bridge is opened on weekends & Public holidays.
#pyrmontbridge
#sydney
#black&white

Fortune of War, Sydney's oldest Pub.

The 'Fortune of War' was established in 1828 by Samuel Terry. It is Sydney’s oldest continuously licensed pub. Built in The Rocks, the centre of colonial Sydney, it quickly became a favourite for locals, sailors and soldiers.
#fortuneofwar
#pub
#therocks
#sydney

Merry Go Round in Piazza della Republica, Florence.

A Merry Go Round in Piazza della Republica, Florence. Built in approx 1871 its ceiling features paintings of the city of Florence & its 20 wooden horses are an absolute delight. The Merry Go Round has been run by generations of the Picci Family.
#merrygoround
#piazzadellarepublica
#Florence
#history

Dusk at Clarkes Point, Sydney.

Clarkes Point in Sydney can give some of the most amazing naturally coloured sunsets. This shot is at dusk from a few years back & remains one of my favourites.
#clarkespoint
#sydney
#dusk
#coloursofdusk

The Bridge of Sighs Venice.

IL Ponte Dei Sospiri (The Bridge of Sighs) Venice, built in the 17th century with Baroque architecture, connecting the Doge's Palace to the prisons. Its name given as prisoners would sigh at their last glimpse of freedom.
#blackandwhite
#photography
#venice
#bridgeofsighs

The front entrance of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral in Florence, Italy.

The front entrance of Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence's Cathedral. There are many beautiful photos of this well known cathedral in Florence, however, to see it with your own eyes is all together a whole new level of 'Wow!'.
#santamariadelfiore
#florencecathedral
#florence
#italy
#brunelleschidome

Lovely shot 👌

Dusk in Australia's Northern Territory.

Dusk in Australia's Northern Territory. At 1.3 million square Klm's it is roughly twice the size of the U.S state of Texas or bigger than South Africa... it's also very hot!
#thenorthernterritory
#australia
#dusk
#crickeymate

Poem, Carry Away The Song by Phillips Brooks.

In times of stress or difficulties I find poetry at times like a deep sigh of release. I might not understand their meanings at times but the way the words flow gives a sense of stability in that moment.
#poetry
#poem
#calmness
#words
#poetscorner

White water lily, White Egyptian Lotus.

White Egyptian Lotus (Nymphaea lotus). It is common in ancient Egyptian history, specifically in Egyptian hieroglyphics it represents creation & rebirth due to its cycles of opening at dawn & closing at dusk.
#nature
#lotus
#waterlily
#history
#flower

The view of Venice rooftops from the Stairs of Contarini of Bovolo.

At the top of the 'Stairs of Contarini of Bovolo' is the Belvedere (lovely-tosee) look out, you are greeted with a lovely landscape view of Venetian roof tops including in the far distance the dome of the Basilica Santa Maria della Salute.
#venice
#scalacontarinidelbovolo
#blackandwhitephoto

Burano, Venice. A colourful island.

House colours on the islando of Burano, Venezia, are assigned by the government who decide through a
colour chart for that section of houses.
#burano
#venice
#colours
#history

Fishermen at sunrise at Sanur, Bali.

Sanur, Bali. Sunrise and off to catch some fish. If you are looking for a calm place away from the rush and noise Sanur might be the place for you.

Yellow Frangipani petals with rain droplets.

Droplets of water on Frangipani petals after a summer shower. Interesting fact; in India the Fragipani flower symbolises immortality and the souls journey. Personally I find it to be a feel good flower becaue it tends to make people smile 😊

The sails of the James Craig, a tall ship restored to its original functional capacity.

The sails of the James Craig. 1 of only 4 Barques (tall ships) that is fully functional in the world. Originally built in 1874 & renamed James Craig in 1900. Restoration by the Sydney Heritage fleet began in the 1970's and was finished in the 1990's.
#blackandwhite
#jamescraig
#tallship
#sailing

Sweets inside Peratoner, Pordenone.

Pasticceria Peratoner in Pordenone, Italy is a beautiful place to sit inside for hot chocolate in winter or an aperol spritz in summer. It has a wide selection of sweets to delight the senses. Peratoner is also in the city of Trieste. I highly recommend it.
#peratoner
#Pordenone
#delicious
#sweets

Sunset at home.

Sometimes a sunset in your own backyard is just as beautiful as anywhere else in the world, grateful for another day of life.
#sunset
#grateful
#amomentintime
#photography
#anotherday

One underside of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Every wondered what it looks like under the Sydney Harbour Bridge? Here's a glimpse of one end. It is a constant cycle of maintaince all year round for rust & other things. It takes 5 yrs for one full coat of paint on every part of the bridge including nuts and bolts!
#sydneyharbourbridge
#funfacts

Uluru at sunrise, Northern Territory, Australia.

Uluru at sunrise, the geographical centre of Australia. Uluru is a sacred site for the Anangu people, climbing is prohibited. The surface of Uluru becomes a plethora of waterfalls during rainy season. It doesnt seem so big in photos, but it is.
#uluru
#sacredsite
#happynewyear
#travelphotography

Restored photo.

In the past I had time to restore old photos. I found it quite relaxing. Took me a while for this one but the end result was well worth it. A soldier who served in WW1. Hopefully I'll get back into it!
#restoredphoto
#history
#blackandwhite

Petunia atkinsiana (garden petunia) found in many a garden.

Petunia atkinsiana (Garden Petunia) are a favourite in many gardens (including mine!) with many colours & patterns to chose from. A hardy flowering plant that loves sunlight & basic watering. Interesting fact; their name comes from the French word 'Pétun'
#petunia
#flower
#garden
#flowerphotography

Sanur, Bali. An evening chat.

Sanur, Bali. A grandfather & grandson chat in the evening fresh air away from the bustle of tourists.
#sanur
#bali
#family
#travelphotography

The city of Modica by night.

The Sicilian city of Modica. Settled 3000 yrs ago by the Siculi. Modica (originally Motyca) dates back 400 BC. Rich in Baroque architecture, famous for chocolate & noble families who once ruled & lived there including the Rainiers of Monaco. My families home.
#modica
#travelphotography
#sicily

Tongan Ta'ovala, steeped in tradition and connection to the land.

The Ta'ovala is a traditional woven mat worn by the people of Tonga. There are different Ta'ovala for different occasions. A Ta'ovala can be passed down from generation to generation. To wear it is a connection to the land itself.
#tonga
#taovala
#tradition
#culture
#respect

Thank you

Small sea shell, black and white photography.

Small sea shell, I had not mastered the manual focus on my Nikon yet when I took this photo, but I found the contrast of dark and light fascinating.
#seashell
#blackandwhite
#photography
#nature
#light
#shadow

Sunrise at Toowoon Bay, Australia .

Sunrise at Toowoon Bay Beach, NSW, Australia.
#toowoonbay
#sunrise
#australia
#travelphotography
#goldenhour

Grado, Italy. Found between Venice and Trieste. Well worth a visit.

Grado - Italy, is part of the Marano-Grado-Lagoon, sitting between Trieste & Venice. Once the centre of Roman & Medieval architecture which can still be seen. Its beaches awarded the prestigious Blue Flag. This photo taken on a winters day.
#grado
#italy
#travelphotography
#bluesky
#explore