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A glimpse at the Dolomite Ranges

Italy | Sunday, November 23, 2014 | 5 photos


I've always fantasized about becoming a photographer. When I finished high school I purchased a DSLR. I began a beginners course in an attempt to satisfy the appetite.

I was unsure about the area I wanted to excel in. I sampled sports, portraiture, and landscapes. After understanding my palette, I aspired towards Photojournalism.

Motivated by a love of natural light, spontaneity and the works of Steve McCurry, I proceeded to get myself some experience.

By age 23, having built up some savings, I endeavored on what my friends and family called 'The trip of a lifetime'.

I traveled solo across the vast continent of Europe for 16 months, encapsulating the mysterious life of the land in pixels.

Having just recently returned to Australia penniless, I feel much richer than before I left.

I scaled mountains, braved harsh climates, befriended the unapproachable, became vulnerable and opened my mind, all in the pursuit of capturing curiosities.

I relish the idea of working alongside Jason Edwards and digesting his experience.

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The priceless reward of finally reaching the peak, after an exhausting five hour trek in the sun.

This particular mountain is called Sassopiatto, which ironically translates to 'flat stone'.

From the top on a clear day, you can see the surrounding Dolomite ranges and all the way out to the Austrian and Swiss alps too.

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