Another outing with Lucy – we went to Verve Lounge in Maroochydore. This outing was to test my Carl Zeiss 45mm lens for the Contax – again just one roll of 120 (16 exposures) – good colour and contrast though the Bokeh is not quite as pretty as the 80mm. The beauty of MF with the 45mm, which is essentially a wide angle (similar to 28mm on 35mm format), is minimal distortion. Chocolate Milk for Lucy, coffee for me and we shared a Raspberry and White chocolate Muffin. Food times.

Danica was an amazing baby, captivating child and now a stunning vibrant young adult. Love her more than words – these Holga images compliment her artistic free spirit.

Another day out with Lucy (my youngest) and Danica (my eldest) – we went to the Poets Cafe before a stroll around Montville. Lucy was fascinated with the old mill water-wheel while Neeka loves poking around in the shops.

Contax 645 Portra 400

Danica and I visited the Queensland Art Gallery to take in the magic of Henri Cariter-Bresson (late last year). We had a great day and she is the best company – I am going to miss her when she starts Uni soon. Just a couple of shots to finish off a roll.

I am out of the office for the next 4 days attending the inaugural Art and the Heart Workshop in Melbourne. Excited beyond words. Here are some images from last time I was in Melbourne – June last year with my main man. Did a little of everything – shopping, eating, drinking of course, Collingwood V Hawthorne AFL game at the MCG, Bells Beach for my boy (no waves and far too cold even for a dip), won $$$ on craps, a few tram rides. Yes Melbourne is amazing – love it.

Contax G2, Portra 400 & Cheap China b&w

Another outing with Lucy, my Contax and 1 roll of 120 (16 exposures) – love the colour palette of Fuji 400H. This used to be the old police station on First Ave, Maroochydore – now a funky Coffee hang-out ‘Caffeine Culture’. They also offer barista courses – one of the best coffees I have had in a while – Lucy just enjoyed getting her own toast.

We did lots of this on our holiday this year  - these are some B&W photographs from last year’s stay – shot colour film this year and will just have to wait a little while for those.

KODAK BW400CN, Contax G2

These are some of our favourite people ever – Jason, Kim, Lucy and Mia! These were taken earlier this year when they visited us on the Sunny Coast. Spending New Years Eve watching the fireworks at Manly again this year with them and some other cool people. A little video from last year by my eldest Danica – so much fun. Have a great one whatever you do – looking forward to 2012!

(Disclaimer – the last pose was at Jason’s request – not my normal style – luv ya Jas).

Contax 645 & Kodak Portra 400

Gotta love the Mooloolaba strip overlooking the beach – especially on a day like we had here. Danica and Nana joined us on this outing. FUJI 400H

Lucy and I grabbed some lunch at Banjo’s before shopping. Nothing beats Lucy’s smile – love it.