On our way from the Coromandel to our next destination of Rotorua, I knew that we would sort of pass the Matamata area. I’d thought about visiting Hobbiton before, but never actually made my way down there. As we were driving south, I saw a road sign directed towards Hobbiton. I had no idea thatContinueContinue reading “Hobbiton: an unexpected journey”
Category Archives: New Zealand
Roots and belonging
This week’s photography challenge inspires me greatly. I live in the Netherlands and I’ve always felt the confines of the small country I call my home. With 17 million people on a small stretch of land that you can drive through from one end to the other in about three hours, I sometimes feel claustrophobic.ContinueContinue reading “Roots and belonging”
Pohutukawa
Pohutukawa are so beautiful! When we travelled around New Zealand, we saw many of these trees adorned with beautiful crimson flowers. I took these two photos when we were on a road trip from Hahei via Waiau Kauri Grove to Coromandel Town and then to Whitianga.
Vista
Beautiful vista in the Coromandel! I love how you see layer after layer in this shot. And on the right there is a tiny patch of deforested land (for commerce perhaps?). I love how the green vegetation in front of the photo frames the shot and provides a contrast with the more blueish colours ofContinueContinue reading “Vista”
Cool tones
Enjoying an evening stroll on Hahei Beach. I love how no sunset is the same. This one has some cooler tones, giving it a crisp and bright feel. I love it!
Fade in, fade out
I love how the clouds seem to fade into this shot. Or are they fading out?
As Kiwi as
This is just so kiwi: small town by the water, beautiful views, someone on a boat, lush vegetation with ferns, pohutukawa and cabbage trees, and skies dotted about with clouds. What more could a person ask for?
Stick figure
There’s something about taking a photo of wide open space with a big object in the foreground. I love how it adds depth, some sort of frame and balance to this shot.
Alive and Trekking 