Harrow Transport Museum: (almost)the last one out

Brothers Don and Ray Pyers of Harrow are well known for their love of old cars, and for some time had a number from their own car collection on display at Harrow Transport Museum. With the museum being cleared out over recent months, I was fortunate to be passing by the day the last of their collection was being moved into alternative storage. This 1908 vehicle, restored by Don a few years ago, was put on a trailer and driven away only half an hour later. I’m so glad I didn’t miss this opportunity! 

Hamilton Sheepvention: nurture

Farming is all about nurturing, and Sheepvention is all about nurturing sheep, as can be seen by this little boy’s actions in feeding a straw of hay to a penned sheep. As I wandered around the showgrounds, where the two-day event is held, I kept my camera close, and wasn’t disappointed: everywhere I looked there were family members of all ages, enjoying the spectacle. 

Panasonic Lumix DMC GX7 with 14-140mm lens and in-camera black and white filter. 

Vegas & Rose Cafe: something wicked

Prior to heading to Ballarat for a couple of days’ free time, I did a bit of research online (on instagram mainly) to find some great foodie destinations that wouldn’t send me broke. Vegas and Rose on Humffray Street North did not disappoint.
After entering the tiny sunlit cafe and finding a quiet seat to consider the menu, I took in the eclectic mix of retro furnishings and displayed ephemera, bespoke leather accessories, and gorgeous eatables. The pumpkin soup (served in a vintage styled enamel pannikin) with generously buttered sourdough toast was very satisfying, and the tiny Vietnamese iced coffee I took for the road was utterly delicious.
Next time I’m going to save room for a toothsome piece of something sweet, like these glories on the counter. My rating: 5 stars.

This was my first time using the GX7’s in-camera ‘high key’ filter, which seemed perfect for the situation.

Buninyong Botanical Gardens: giant beyond the canopy

The deep green canopy of a small tree beckoned me into its embrace…turning to look up, I noticed the tall tree towering above it.

Ain’t No Love: Chevy truck for scrap

Old Car Craze: hunting for treasures

A huge auction of a private car and motoring memorabilia collection was held in town recently, and though I missed the main event I did get a look at the remnants a few days later. The old Volvo, out of focus in the background, grabbed my attention somewhat.

Panasonic Lumix GX7 with 20mm f1.7 lens; border applied with Snapseed app – no further editing.

Tiny Cabinet Minister: the things I make my dog do

Walking around the remnants of a recent auction, I stopped before this old record player cabinet and wondered how to shoot it. Looking around for ideas, my Italian Greyhound leapt immediately into my mind, if not into my arms. But with some coaxing, I got him to sit in the record player slot for a couple of minutes, before he got too antsy and got out – right after I took this photo. What a little trooper!

Panasonic Lumix GX7 with 20mm f1.7 lens, in-camera Dynamic Monochrome filter. Mild editing and border added with Snapseed app.