I am a Landscape Photographer

 When you go out with your camera, it is strange that you predominantly see males taking landscape photos. 

Why is this? Is it because it is very time-consuming and women (some) have families to look after, the biggest thing that holds women back is the same reason as myself, we do not like to do this alone.

I think some places can be terrifying for a woman, especially when they are alone. I always like to have someone with me either male or female, plus the company is always good sometimes.
When I went out with my camera I always had my late beloved husband with me, we went to so many wonderful places in Victoria and we were even planning on going on a holiday before he suddenly passed.

My life has changed so much, I know my husband would be very happy that I still wanted to do my landscape photography, he would not want me to give it up. I have had my son with me a few times, but he isn't into taking photos, he would prefer to stay at home in front of his computer gaming.
It's hard when most of your friends are not interested in what you do, and sadly if asked to come with me they would most likely say no.

Recently I did go out with my camera, it was hard not having my husband with me, his love and support were always something that helped me. We would sit on the beach or in the car having lunch and just enjoying the amazing view which was in front of us at the time.

I went with my son and we went to Jan Juc and Torquay, it was such a beautiful day. I got many photos which my husband would be very proud of me doing.

Hope you enjoy these two videos

We had a great day walking the two beaches eating fish and chips whilst the seagulls surround us, begging us to share at least one with them.

I have been to so many places with my camera but I tell you, I do not see women with cameras it is men you see taking photos with long lenses of whatever is around them.

I can't think of anything better than being out in the fresh air, taking in the sunshine and going to see so many beautiful places, whether it be a bush track or the beautiful beach with the sand between your toes, or the cool ocean lapping at the sides of your feet.

Photography is wonderful, as you can remember a beautiful place, even after many years of it changing over time, you can look back on the photos and see what it was like years before.

When you're long gone, the only thing the people after you will have, are the photos you have left behind.

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