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My Pelican Image Featured on the Rottnest Island Instagram Page

29 November 2016 by James Collins Landscape Nature News Wildlife

I was excited this morning to see that the official Rottnest Island Instagram page have posted one my images on their feed:

Spread your wings and come experience Rottnest Island! All the locals won't stop flapping on about it! Image: @jamesacollins . . . #Pelican #Rottnestlocal #Rottnest #RottnestIsland #WA #SeeAustralia #Travel #Australia #WestisBest #ThisisWA #JustanotherdayinWA #YourPerth

A photo posted by Rottnest Island (@rottnestislandwa) on Nov 28, 2016 at 7:06pm PST

I’ve visited Rottnest Island twice this year, and both times I’ve taken my camera with me.

There’s so many beautiful beaches and signs to see, and there always seems to be plenty of Pelicans there too.

The Pelican pictured below was perched on the jetty pole, so I waited there patiently until he finally flew off into the distance. The image was captured back in July.

The original uncropped image can be seen here on Flickr (click on the image to view all of the details on Flickr):

https://www.flickr.com/photos/james-collins/28536568233/

Fishing at Woodman Point Jetty

10 July 2015 by James Collins Animals Landscape Nature Sky Water Wildlife

Woodman Point Jetty, busy with fisherman and Pelicans.

These two pelicans were hoping for a free feed, but unfortunately the fish weren’t coming to the party!

: Woodman Point Jetty, busy with fisherman and Pelicans. These two pelicans were hoping for a free feed, but unfortunately the fish weren’t coming to the party.

f/2.8 | 1/640 sec | ISO 320
Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L @35mm
Canon 5D Mk III

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On the Lookout

8 July 2015 by James Collins Animals Nature Wildlife

An Australian Pelican on Perth’s Swan River.

: An Australian Pelican on Perth’s Swan River in Western Australia.

f/2.8 | 1/1600 sec | ISO 500
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM at 200mm
Canon 5D Mk III

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Ripples | Geographe Bay

3 July 2015 by James Collins Landscape Nature Sky Water

The sun sets over Geographe Bay.

For this shot I thought I’d try a different composition – too many of landscape my shots are in landscape orientation!

: The sun sets over Georgraphe Bay

f/14 | 1/30 sec | ISO 320
16-35mm f/2.8L II @16mm
Canon 5D Mk III

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Woodman Point Jetty Sunset

30 June 2015 by James Collins Landscape Nature Sky Water

The sun sets during a clear winter day at Woodman Point Jetty, Western Australia.

: The sun sets during a clear winter day at Woodman Point Jetty, Western Australia.

f/2.8 | 1/30 sec | ISO 125
Canon 16-35mm f/2.8L @16mm
Canon 5D Mk III

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Brolga (Australian Crane)

29 June 2015 by James Collins Animals Nature

Taken at Perth Zoo.

f/5 | 1/200 sec | ISO 1250
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM @200mm
Canon 5D Mk III

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Motion | Swan River Sunset

8 June 2015 by James Collins Landscape Nature Night Sky Water

The sun sets on the Swan River looking towards Perth’s skyline on a cloudy Autumn evening.

f/14 | 13 sec | ISO 50
16-35mm f/2.8L @16mm
Canon 5D Mk III

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Coode St Jetty at Sunset

1 June 2015 by James Collins Landscape Nature Night Sky Water

The sun sets over Coode Street Jetty in South Perth, with Perth City in the background. A calm Autumn evening.

f/18 | 30 sec | ISO 100
16-35mm f/2.8L @16mm
Canon 5D Mk III
Lee Big Stopper 10 stop ND filter

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Falls | John Oldham Park

24 May 2015 by James Collins Landscape Nature Water

Today I found these waterfalls, which are hiding in the shadows of John Oldham Park, right next to Perth’s CBD.

f/7.1 | 121 sec | ISO 100
16-35mm f/2.8L @21mm
Canon 5D Mk III
Lee Big Stopper 10 stop ND filter

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Australian Pelican in Flight on the Swan River

25 August 2014 by James Collins Animals Nature Sky Water Wildlife

On the weekend I ventured down to the Swan River, and found a dozen Australian Pelicans. This guy had just leapt out of the water, beginning his search for some mid-morning breakfast.

: Australian Pelican Taking Off

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: Australian Pelican in Flight

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: Australian Pelican in Flight

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The Australian Pelican is a fascinating bird, which claims to have the longest bill of any living bird.

Commonly having a wingspan of 2.3-2.6 metres, these birds glide through the air almost effortlessly.

Location: Swan River, Perth, Western Australia

Swan River Sunrise

28 April 2014 by James Collins Landscape Nature Sky Water

Swan River Sunrise

A quick snap taken (using my Nexus 5) on my morning commute last week.

Taken from the jetty in front of the Old Swan Brewery in Perth, Western Australia.

I am constantly surprised by the beauty I see while riding my bike along the Swan River through South Perth and Kings Park!

Rottnest Island Easter

24 April 2014 by James Collins Holidays Nature Water

Family. Fun. Fish.

The 3 words that describe my Easter long weekend at Rottnest Island!

All photos were taken using my Nexus 5 mobile phone. I decided to leave my DSLR at home given the amount of rough water, salt and sand at the island.

Blue Lake, Mt Gambier

15 April 2014 by James Collins Landscape Nature Water

On a recent drive across Australia, I stopped at the Blue Lake, in Mount Gambier, South Australia.

This fascinating landmark is located inside an inactive volcano.

Each year, the lake completely changes colour to a fantastic turquoise blue.

Amazingly, this lake serves as the main water supply for the town of Mount Gambier.

This images is two separate photos merged into a single panorama.

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Geographe Bay Gloom

6 April 2014 by James Collins Landscape Nature Sky Water

Busselton beach (Geographe Bay) during a gloomy evening in March.

A Big Stopper 10 stop ND filter (and tripod) was used to achieve a 57 second exposure.

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Williamstown Photowalk with DJB Photography

16 June 2013 by James Collins Nature People Sky Water

Last night I attended the Williamstown City View photography walk by DJB Photography.

I had a great time meeting new people and experimenting with my camera’s manual mode.

Below are my favourite shots:

Thanks very much to Claire for showing us the sights of Williamstown!

Update 28/6/2013: The official photos from this walk have just been posted on the DJB Photography Blog, so be sure to check them out too!

Sunrise at Lake Mulwala, Victoria

12 June 2013 by James Collins Nature Sky Water

Last weekend I visited Yarrawonga, staying in a house that overlooked Lake Mulwala.

Throughout the weekend I experimented with my new Big Stopper filter, which allowed a 26 second exposure time to capture this shot during a morning sunrise.

Overall I’m very happy with the Big Stopper, which is a 10 stop ND filter.

Location: Lake Mulwala, Victoria, Australia

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Gone Fishing

8 April 2013 by James Collins Nature Night Water

: Dad Fishing in Geographe Bay, Busselton

Last month I visited Busselton in Western Australia with my family. We stayed at a house that was only metres from Geographe Bay.

I did plenty of relaxing, whild dad and my brother threw in a line while the sun set in the evening.

Location: Geographe Bay, Busselton, Western Australia

Red Wattlebird Honeyeaters

5 April 2013 by James Collins Nature Wildlife

: Red Wattlebird in a gum tree

: A Red Wattlebird’s watchful eye

While in Perth last month, I also saw these Red Wattlebird Honeyeaters who weren’t as energetic as the Rainbow Lorikeets!

For these shots, my camera was mounted on a tripod using my Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Lens and Canon EF Extender III 2x for a total focal length of 400mm.

Location: East Fremantle, Western Australia

Parroting Around

3 April 2013 by James Collins Nature Wildlife

: Rainbow Lorikeet hanging upside down

: Rainbow Lorikeets

: Rainbow Lorikeet in flight as two others watch on

I spotted these Rainbow Lorikeets in a large gum tree on my recent trip to Perth, and was amazed at how energetic they were!

For these shots, my camera was mounted on a tripod using my Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Lens and Canon EF Extender III 2x for a total focal length of 400mm.

Location: East Fremantle, Western Australia