I've been on a bit of a Newcastle spree recently with my posts, so to continue that theme, on a (not-so-recent) jaunt up to Newy to catch up with the crew, we headed to Merewether to take some photos, have a swim, and maybe a wine or two.

There are so many amazing compositions at this place, but as I was scouting, I was struck by the movement and texture in the clouds above the straight lines of the Merewether Ocean Baths changing room / pavilion.

I took a few minutes just standing there, watching the scene, percolating on whether it could make a good shot or not, before setting up the tripod for a long exposure. I knew right away this would be an photo perfect for the black and white treatment. and I think it turned out pretty well if I don't say so myself!

In the spirit of reconciliation, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians and the lands of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples on which I took this photo. I also acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Elders past and present, and celebrate the diversity of Aboriginal peoples and their ongoing cultures and connections to country.

The details for this image are:

• Nikon D750 with Nikon 20mm f/1.8

• 30s

• f/11

• ISO50

• NiSi Filters GND 16⁣ and ND1000

• Sirui W-1204 tripod with K-20x Ball Head⁣