Vancouver is not assigned the label of one of the world's most desirable cities in which to live for no reason. This city certainly has some of the most spectacular scenery and architectural beauty a metropolis could offer. With mountains on two sides and the sea on another this port city has everything to offer an architectural photographer like myself giving me a sense of … [Read more...]
Springbok Aussie Tri-Nations Test
A Springbok Rugby test match against the Wallabies or the All Blacks is always an event not to miss. The atmosphere in the stadium is sensational, especially since these are normally sell-out games. I got the privilege of being invited the HDi Group and Pantech box at Kingspark Stadium, Durban to watch the showdown between Australia and South Africa ... what a treat - the Boks … [Read more...]
The Must-Have iPad Cover
Don't even consider getting any other cover for your new iPad or iPad2 but the Swell Bookcase from Swell Accessories. These are the epitome of beautiful design to match that of the world's greatest tablet. Keep your iPad safe, secure and scratch-free in the sculptured bamboo wooden tray where the design of the tray has been implemented as such to enhance the audio performance … [Read more...]
I Can See Clearly Now
Last week I had a major mishap with my spectacles and they ended becoming ex-spectacles! I thus had to head off to the optometrist and organise a new pair and while I was at it I decided to have an eye test which I hadn't done for just under 2 years. My other glasses were desperately in need of replacement too, as the frames were way too loose and the lenses badly scratched ... … [Read more...]
Enjoying Opportunity
I needed to leave the office early today, mainly to clear my head so I headed out on a bike ride towards the beachfront. I stopped in at the 2010 Fine Art Expo at Sun Coast Casino. Ok, if you're anywhere near that area you've got to go take a look - the artworks are awesome. I mainly went inside to view the amazing photography of legend photographer Dennis Guichard whose … [Read more...]
Umhlanga Beachfront
Ah the Umhlanga beachfront - how it has captured my imagination over the years. Different aspects of this area of Durban's coastline just seem to come alive in various lighting conditions and it also varies from season to season too. I think the new whale pier that has been added to conceal a waste water outlet was not only very clever but also a beautifully abstract addition … [Read more...]