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    Outback Glow | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Packsaddle, NSW Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    Packsaddle is a small but charming town located in the far west of New South Wales, surrounded by sweeping desert landscapes and rugged mountain ranges. Despite its remote location, Packsaddle has a vibrant and welcoming community and is a popular destination for travelers looking to explore the beauty of the Australian outback. During the day, the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape is just as impressive. The red dirt of the desert stretches out as far as the eye can see, broken only by the occasional rock formation or scrubby bush. The nearby Barrier Range looms in the distance, its craggy peaks etched against the sky. 6 x 17 Super Roll Film

    Kata Tjuta Country | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    Kata Tjuta, also known as the Olgas, is a breathtaking natural wonder located in the heart of Australia's Red Centre. The towering rock formations that makeup Kata Tjuta is a sight to behold, rising up from the desert floor like sentinels guarding the land. But perhaps even more awe-inspiring than the physical beauty of this place is the rich indigenous culture that has been intertwined with it for thousands of years. For the Anangu people, who are the traditional owners of this land, Kata Tjuta is a sacred site of immense cultural significance. According to their creation stories, the rocks of Kata Tjuta were formed by the travels and exploits of ancestral beings, and the land is imbued with their spiritual energy. Visitors to the area are encouraged to learn about and respect the Anangu culture, and to appreciate the deep connections that they have with this land. One of the most important aspects of Anangu culture is its deep respect for the natural world. For them, the land and its inhabitants are not separate entities, but rather interconnected parts of a larger whole. This holistic worldview is reflected in their traditional practices, such as hunting and gathering, which are done with great care and consideration for the environment. Visitors to Kata Tjuta have the opportunity to learn about Anangu culture through guided tours and cultural experiences, such as bush tucker walks, traditional dance performances, and storytelling sessions. These experiences offer a glimpse into the rich and diverse history of the Anangu people, and a chance to gain a deeper appreciation for the land and its significance. Image Registered & Approved in conjunction with Uluru Kata Tjuta National Parks 6 x 17 Super Roll Film

    Kata Tjuta Twilight | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    After days of scouting for new angles of the Olgas, I mapped out this composition with the Desert Oaks. Kata Tjuṯa, also known as the Olgas, is a group of large, ancient rock formations located in the Red Centre of Australia, in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. The name Kata Tjuṯa means "many heads" in the local Pitjantjatjara language, and the site is of great cultural and spiritual significance to the Anangu people, the traditional custodians of the land. Kata Tjuṯa is made up of 36 steep-sided domes that rise up to 546 meters above the surrounding desert landscape. The rock formations are composed of conglomerate, a sedimentary rock made up of pebbles and boulders cemented together by sand and mud. I waited several days before I got the colour I wanted on Twilight, I captured this unique panorama deep in the Kata Tjuta scrub country. Photographed in 6 x 17 Super Roll Film on Fuji Velvia 100. With the cold winter's desert temperature dropping to only 6 degrees, I held the exposure on twilight for 1 minute and then double exposed a second time for greater colour depth. Image Registered & Approved in conjunction with Uluru Kata Tjuta National Parks Various Graduated Filters - Linhof Technorama 90mm  

    Olga Twilight | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Mount Olga, Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    Mount Olga, also known as Kata Tjuta, is a group of large, dome-shaped rock formations located in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in the Northern Territory of Australia. The rock formations are sacred to the local Aboriginal people and are an important cultural and spiritual site. There are 36 individual rock formations that makeup Mount Olga, with the tallest peak, Mount Olga itself, rising to a height of 1,066 meters (3,497 feet) above sea level. The rocks are made of conglomerate, a type of sedimentary rock composed of gravel, sand, and clay that has been cemented together. Captured this iconic backdrop on twilight, with the last rays of light sweeping across a cold winter's atmosphere. Image Registered & Approved in conjunction with Uluru Kata Tjuta National Parks 6 x 17 Super Roll Film

    Spinifex Sunset | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    After days of scouting for new angles of the Kata Tjuta, I came across this composition with the long Desert Spinifex grass at Twilight. Kata Tjuṯa, also known as the Olgas, is a group of large, ancient rock formations located in the Red Centre of Australia, in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. The name Kata Tjuṯa means "many heads" in the local Pitjantjatjara language, and the site is of great cultural and spiritual significance to the Anangu people, the traditional custodians of the land. Kata Tjuṯa is made up of 36 steep-sided domes that rise up to 546 meters above the surrounding desert landscape. The rock formations are composed of conglomerate, a sedimentary rock made up of pebbles and boulders cemented together by sand and mud. I waited several days before I got the colour I wanted on Twilight, I captured this unique panorama deep in the Kata Tjuta scrub country. Photographed in 6 x 17 Super Roll Film on Fuji Velvia 100. With the cold winter's desert temperature dropping to only 6 degrees, I held the exposure on twilight for 1 minute and then double exposed a second time for greater colour depth. Image Registered & Approved in conjunction with Uluru Kata Tjuta National Parks Various Graduated Filters - Linhof Technorama 72mm

    Mungo Dreamtime | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Mungo National Park Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    Captured this completing image on the dusk of the World Heritage-listed Indigenous Land, Mungo National Park. Mungo National Park is a protected area located in the southwestern corner of New South Wales, Australia. The park covers an area of approximately 278,000 hectares and is part of the Willandra Lakes Region World Heritage Area. The park is renowned for its ancient human history, with evidence of Aboriginal occupation dating back over 40,000 years. The park is home to a number of significant archaeological sites, including the famous Mungo Lady and Mungo Man, which are believed to be some of the oldest human remains found in Australia. Captured this image of the Mungo Sand Dunes at Twilight, with the white sand ripple in the foreground. The desert sky lit up with the ever-persisting summer heat, intensifying the atmosphere. The coloured hues of the sunset made for a great capture. 6 x 17 Super Roll Film

    Ghost Gum | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Wentworth, NSW Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    The sand dunes of Wentworth, located in the stunning outback of New South Wales, are a truly remarkable natural wonder. These towering dunes are made up of millions of grains of sand, sculpted over time by the forces of wind and water. Walking among the sand dunes of Wentworth is an experience like no other. The shifting sands create a constantly changing landscape, with patterns and shapes that seem almost otherworldly. As the wind blows across the dunes, it creates a symphony of sound, with the sand whispering and rustling in the breeze. 6 x 17 Super Roll Film

    Desert Dunes | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Stuarts Creek, South Australia Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    This image was captured on the rolling sand dunes in South Australia, with a wind-swept formation early one summer morning. Standing in the middle of no man's land I composed this image. Captured on Super Roll Film 6 x 17

    Emerging Brillance | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Uluru, Kata Tjuta N.P, Northern Territory Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    Uluru is Australia’s second largest sandstone Monolith located in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in the Northern Territory of Australia. It is one of Australia’s most famous landmarks and a sacred site for the Anangu people, the traditional owners of the land. Uluru is approximately 3.6 kilometers long and stands 348 meters above the surrounding desert. It is known for its changing colors at different times of the day, with shades of red, orange, and purple appearing during sunrise and sunset. The Anangu people have lived in the area for tens of thousands of years and have a deep spiritual connection to the land and the surrounding rock formations. Visitors to Uluru are asked to respect the cultural significance of the area and are encouraged to learn about the traditions and beliefs of the Anangu people. This compelling image of Uluru was taken on a cold but very sunny winter's morning just after sunrise. With the Lihof camera setup on the tripod, I manage to capture this epic shot of the sun blemished behind the early morning cloud cover. the rays of light sun drenching Uluru and the Red Rock. I used a 3-stop-hard graduated filter to balance the foreground to the sky. Captured and Composed on 6 x 17 Super Roll Film Linhoff Technorama 90mm Image Registered & Approved in conjunction with Uluru Kata Tjuta National Parks

    Kata Tjuta | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Kata Tjuta, Northern Territory Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    Kata Tjuta, or as it's also referred to as 'The Olgas', is a collection of soaring rock domes jutting out from the earth, located in the Red Centre of Australia, southwest of Alice Springs, NT. Meaning 'many heads' Kata Tjuta is sacred to the local Anangu people, holding significant importance to their spiritual life. What's most magical about this cultural landmark is the way it reflects the changing light from the landscape and sky around it, with no two moments in time looking the same. I captured this shot at sunrise just as the sky had turned to beautiful pink and purple, highlighting the natural minerals present in the rock, contrasted vibrantly against the deep greens of the outback vegetation. A sight in nature truly to behold. 6 x 17 Super Roll Film

    Mungo Twilight | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Mungo National Park, NSW Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    Captured this completing image on the dusk of the World Heritage-listed Indigenous Land, Mungo National Park. Mungo National Park is a protected area located in the southwestern corner of New South Wales, Australia. The park covers an area of approximately 278,000 hectares and is part of the Willandra Lakes Region World Heritage Area. The park is renowned for its ancient human history, with evidence of Aboriginal occupation dating back over 40,000 years. The park is home to a number of significant archaeological sites, including the famous Mungo Lady and Mungo Man, which are believed to be some of the oldest human remains found in Australia. Aside from its cultural significance, Mungo National Park is also renowned for its natural beauty. The park features a range of stunning landscapes, including the iconic Walls of China, which are ancient dune formations that have been eroded over time to form spectacular ridges and gullies. Captured this image of the Mungo Sand Dunes at Twilight, with the white sand ripple in the foreground. The desert sky lit up with the ever-persisting summer heat, intensifying the atmosphere. The coloured hues of the sunset made for a great capture. 6 x 17 Super Roll Film

    Desert Storm | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Mount Olga, Kata Tjuta, Northern Territory Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    Desert storms are a natural occurrence in arid regions like the Kata Tjuta National Park in central Australia. These storms, also known as dust storms, are characterized by strong winds that pick up sand and dust from the desert floor, creating a wall of dust that can obscure visibility and cause damage to property. During a desert storm, the landscape in the Kata Tjuta National Park can be transformed in a matter of minutes, with dust and sand covering everything in its path. The towering rock formations of Kata Tjuta can provide some shelter from the wind and sand, but even these ancient rocks can be eroded over time by the abrasive forces of the storm. This image I captured late afternoon of a rare Dust Storm that swept over the Olgas. I captured this using a 2 Stop Graduated Filter to add definition to the sky and balance the harsh desert foreground. I was lucky enough, to capture this rare sighting. Image Registered & Approved in conjunction with Uluru Kata Tjuta National Parks 6 x 17 Super Roll Film

    Dune | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Northern Territory Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    With the hot midday sun, I was able to capture these wind ripples on the desert sand that made their way to form this pattern. Captured on 6 x 17 Fuji Velvia Wind-swept sand dunes are a type of sand dune that is formed by wind-blowing sand grains over the crest of a dune, causing the sand to cascade down the leeward slope of the dune. This process, known as saltation, can create a variety of interesting shapes and patterns in the sand. 6 x 17 Super Roll Film

    Painted Skies | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    Vibrant reds and deep purples are usually reserved for species in nature we might see in the suburban garden but out here in Kata Tjuta National Park in the Northern Territory, they are just part of the landscape. And it's a landscape like no other in the world. Like sleeping giants in the distance rousing from their peaceful slumber, these rock formations take on an array of hues as the sun slowly rises, highlighting the curves, juts, and valleys between like limbs on a body. There is something spiritual about this place, as if mother nature herself had painted a scene just for you, demanding a quiet moment to pause, reflect and let her natural wonder embrace you with her incredible wondrousness. Image Registered & Approved in conjunction with Uluru Kata Tjuta National Parks 6 x 17 Super Roll Film

    Dusk | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: Mungo National Park, NSW Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    Captured this completing image on the dusk of the World Heritage-listed Indigenous Land, Mungo National Park. Mungo National Park is a protected area located in the southwestern corner of New South Wales, Australia. The park covers an area of approximately 278,000 hectares and is part of the Willandra Lakes Region World Heritage Area. The park is renowned for its ancient human history, with evidence of Aboriginal occupation dating back over 40,000 years. The park is home to a number of significant archaeological sites, including the famous Mungo Lady and Mungo Man, which are believed to be some of the oldest human remains found in Australia. Aside from its cultural significance, Mungo National Park is also renowned for its natural beauty. The park features a range of stunning landscapes, including the iconic Walls of China, which are ancient dune formations that have been eroded over time to form spectacular ridges and gullies. Composed this image from a well-hidden away spot of Mango at dusk, with the camera set up on the tripod and using A,1 Stop Dusk Filter. I captured these Ancient Sand dunes on a full Moon. The desert sky lit up with the ever-persisting summer heat, intensifying the atmosphere. 6 x 17 Super Roll Film    

    The Red Centre | Desert Dunes Wall Art

    Location: The Olgas, Kata Tjuta N.P, Northern Territory Finish: Acrylic Face Mount / Diamond Polished Bevelled Edges - Ready To Hang

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    Kata Tjuṯa, also known as the Olgas, is a breathtaking natural wonder located in the heart of Australia's Red Centre. This stunning geological formation is made up of a series of massive domed rocks, each one boasting a unique shape and size, and painted in stunning hues of red and orange. As you explore Kata Tjuṯa, you'll be struck by the incredible beauty and majesty of this ancient landscape. Whether you're hiking through the valleys between the domes, or climbing to the top of one of the tallest peaks, you'll be treated to some of the most stunning views in the world. But Kata Tjuṯa is more than just a stunning natural landmark. For thousands of years, it has been an important cultural site for the local Anangu people, who believe that the rocks are sacred and imbued with spiritual power. As you explore the area, you'll have the opportunity to learn about the Anangu's rich history and culture and gain a deeper appreciation for the land and its significance. One of the most famous shots of all time in the Kata Tjuta National Park is to capture the Domes of Mt Olga highlighted by the sun's everlasting light, just at sunset. The rays of light flashing across the horizon line only lasted a few minutes before all fading away. Image Registered & Approved in conjunction with Uluru Kata Tjuta National Parks Timing is everything - captured on Super Roll Film. 6 x 17 Super Roll Film