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44 | Married | New Zealand | Photographer | Film Student | Pug Dad |
Saying what’s on my mind online since 1996
Saying what’s on my mind online since 1996
Big day for me! I’m directing/leading an 8 person crew for a filming shoot. It’s kinda bonkers but totally ready for it!
February 25, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Big day for me! I’m directing/leading an 8 person crew for a filming shoot. It’s kinda bonkers but totally ready for it!
Today has been an awesome day at school. We spent time in the studio control center where we learned to run live broadcast. I had a try at both mixing audio and controlling the camera feeds. Super basic but oh so cool.
February 24, 2025 at 11:32 PM
Today has been an awesome day at school. We spent time in the studio control center where we learned to run live broadcast. I had a try at both mixing audio and controlling the camera feeds. Super basic but oh so cool.
First day of … 17th grade?
Or in other words, my first day of Film school!!
Or in other words, my first day of Film school!!
February 9, 2025 at 8:50 PM
First day of … 17th grade?
Or in other words, my first day of Film school!!
Or in other words, my first day of Film school!!
I emotions on my sleeve, this is another manifestation of that. I love deeply, and embracing my connection with Aotearoa makes this a deeply personal moko that was always meant for me. A friend referred to to as armour. I see it as a Cloak of Aroha: +3 protection against loneliness and isolation
February 4, 2025 at 9:08 PM
I emotions on my sleeve, this is another manifestation of that. I love deeply, and embracing my connection with Aotearoa makes this a deeply personal moko that was always meant for me. A friend referred to to as armour. I see it as a Cloak of Aroha: +3 protection against loneliness and isolation
The moko then goes up the neck to behind the ears. Connecting the heart with the head. The aroha meeting up with the knowledge and connection I have. Functionally they point to my glasses, creating a cool effect.
I know this will be something that change how people view me and I’m ok with that
I know this will be something that change how people view me and I’m ok with that
February 4, 2025 at 9:08 PM
The moko then goes up the neck to behind the ears. Connecting the heart with the head. The aroha meeting up with the knowledge and connection I have. Functionally they point to my glasses, creating a cool effect.
I know this will be something that change how people view me and I’m ok with that
I know this will be something that change how people view me and I’m ok with that
The moko continues to the shoulders, back and neck. This is where the collar connects to the back, creating a bit of a cloak, (I’d say korowai, but that has special connotations for some folks). Here the aroha surrounds me. Again a reminder and celebration.
February 4, 2025 at 9:08 PM
The moko continues to the shoulders, back and neck. This is where the collar connects to the back, creating a bit of a cloak, (I’d say korowai, but that has special connotations for some folks). Here the aroha surrounds me. Again a reminder and celebration.
The “collar” is Tristan’s signature style. you see whetū (stars) that symbolise those connected to me. They represent those I connected with the most, like the stars in the sky that I love so deeply. It’s also tied closely to the Matariki myth.
February 4, 2025 at 9:08 PM
The “collar” is Tristan’s signature style. you see whetū (stars) that symbolise those connected to me. They represent those I connected with the most, like the stars in the sky that I love so deeply. It’s also tied closely to the Matariki myth.
I generally dislike “memorial” tattoos. But I wanted a way to show and celebrate those I have loved (and loved me in return).
The moko begins at the sternum (the heart) and is spreads up through the chest. The shapes and swirls are classic, but for me they symbolise how the aroha (love) permeates
The moko begins at the sternum (the heart) and is spreads up through the chest. The shapes and swirls are classic, but for me they symbolise how the aroha (love) permeates
February 4, 2025 at 9:08 PM
I generally dislike “memorial” tattoos. But I wanted a way to show and celebrate those I have loved (and loved me in return).
The moko begins at the sternum (the heart) and is spreads up through the chest. The shapes and swirls are classic, but for me they symbolise how the aroha (love) permeates
The moko begins at the sternum (the heart) and is spreads up through the chest. The shapes and swirls are classic, but for me they symbolise how the aroha (love) permeates
Tēnā kotou katoa (Hey everyone)
Over the last week I sat down with the amazing Tristan (@manawa_tapu on IG)
To receive this amazing ta moko (tattoo). I’ve planned this for for some time now and want to share the thinking and meaning behind the piece. So, as always, jump down the rabbit hole.
Over the last week I sat down with the amazing Tristan (@manawa_tapu on IG)
To receive this amazing ta moko (tattoo). I’ve planned this for for some time now and want to share the thinking and meaning behind the piece. So, as always, jump down the rabbit hole.
February 4, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Tēnā kotou katoa (Hey everyone)
Over the last week I sat down with the amazing Tristan (@manawa_tapu on IG)
To receive this amazing ta moko (tattoo). I’ve planned this for for some time now and want to share the thinking and meaning behind the piece. So, as always, jump down the rabbit hole.
Over the last week I sat down with the amazing Tristan (@manawa_tapu on IG)
To receive this amazing ta moko (tattoo). I’ve planned this for for some time now and want to share the thinking and meaning behind the piece. So, as always, jump down the rabbit hole.
Dad mode activated.
Will share more soon
Will share more soon
February 4, 2025 at 8:28 AM
Dad mode activated.
Will share more soon
Will share more soon
Comet G3 ATLAS taken in Auckland NZ 24 Jan 2025. Camera- Sony a7IV lens - Redcat 51
Tracked using a CEM26. Photo 1 - 11:20 exposure time. Photo 2 has 17:20 exposure time. Taken as comet was setting through summer haze.
#astronomy #G3Atlas #comet #astrophotography #newzealand
Tracked using a CEM26. Photo 1 - 11:20 exposure time. Photo 2 has 17:20 exposure time. Taken as comet was setting through summer haze.
#astronomy #G3Atlas #comet #astrophotography #newzealand
January 25, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Comet G3 ATLAS taken in Auckland NZ 24 Jan 2025. Camera- Sony a7IV lens - Redcat 51
Tracked using a CEM26. Photo 1 - 11:20 exposure time. Photo 2 has 17:20 exposure time. Taken as comet was setting through summer haze.
#astronomy #G3Atlas #comet #astrophotography #newzealand
Tracked using a CEM26. Photo 1 - 11:20 exposure time. Photo 2 has 17:20 exposure time. Taken as comet was setting through summer haze.
#astronomy #G3Atlas #comet #astrophotography #newzealand
Night 3 of 4 of my G3 ATLAS photo campaign. The weather turned out stunning at Piha and was able to get a wide angle shot of the comet with landscape.
I also got my first “great” close up shot. As G3 made its way through a few clouds and the horizon. Tonight will be the most intense yet.
I also got my first “great” close up shot. As G3 made its way through a few clouds and the horizon. Tonight will be the most intense yet.
January 23, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Night 3 of 4 of my G3 ATLAS photo campaign. The weather turned out stunning at Piha and was able to get a wide angle shot of the comet with landscape.
I also got my first “great” close up shot. As G3 made its way through a few clouds and the horizon. Tonight will be the most intense yet.
I also got my first “great” close up shot. As G3 made its way through a few clouds and the horizon. Tonight will be the most intense yet.
While Taranaki was not in the Lord of the Rings movies. I found these photos really invoke the movies.
When the light is lit, I see the beacons of Gondor. When it’s off, I see Isengard and the Eye of Sauron and Mount Doom.
I hope you enjoy.
ps - the big ball of light is the moon rising.
When the light is lit, I see the beacons of Gondor. When it’s off, I see Isengard and the Eye of Sauron and Mount Doom.
I hope you enjoy.
ps - the big ball of light is the moon rising.
January 19, 2025 at 7:42 PM
While Taranaki was not in the Lord of the Rings movies. I found these photos really invoke the movies.
When the light is lit, I see the beacons of Gondor. When it’s off, I see Isengard and the Eye of Sauron and Mount Doom.
I hope you enjoy.
ps - the big ball of light is the moon rising.
When the light is lit, I see the beacons of Gondor. When it’s off, I see Isengard and the Eye of Sauron and Mount Doom.
I hope you enjoy.
ps - the big ball of light is the moon rising.
Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to scramble down to Taranaki and snap some photos of Comet G3 Atlas. Here are some of my favorite shots.
January 19, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to scramble down to Taranaki and snap some photos of Comet G3 Atlas. Here are some of my favorite shots.
Hello Taranaki, ready for the great evening. (Don’t let me down!)
January 18, 2025 at 5:16 AM
Hello Taranaki, ready for the great evening. (Don’t let me down!)
I get to New Plymouth, check into the hotel only to find that my reservation is the wrong day and they are fully booked…
FML
Looks like I may be some sleeping in the car tonight. 😢. Let’s hope the weather holds out.
FML
Looks like I may be some sleeping in the car tonight. 😢. Let’s hope the weather holds out.
January 18, 2025 at 1:27 AM
I get to New Plymouth, check into the hotel only to find that my reservation is the wrong day and they are fully booked…
FML
Looks like I may be some sleeping in the car tonight. 😢. Let’s hope the weather holds out.
FML
Looks like I may be some sleeping in the car tonight. 😢. Let’s hope the weather holds out.
On an impromptu roadtrip to try and catch a comet. Stopping at Prioringa for a charge and some fruit. (Today it’s mandarins!)
also, a chance of Aurora? Let’s see what happens.
also, a chance of Aurora? Let’s see what happens.
January 17, 2025 at 9:14 PM
On an impromptu roadtrip to try and catch a comet. Stopping at Prioringa for a charge and some fruit. (Today it’s mandarins!)
also, a chance of Aurora? Let’s see what happens.
also, a chance of Aurora? Let’s see what happens.
January 16, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Went out to Piha last night to catch the Sunset and get the lay of the land for Comet G3 Atlas. The comet (predictably) was too close to the sun to see, but it was nice to get out and enjoy a truly wonder evening. Here is a couple of the photos.
January 16, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Went out to Piha last night to catch the Sunset and get the lay of the land for Comet G3 Atlas. The comet (predictably) was too close to the sun to see, but it was nice to get out and enjoy a truly wonder evening. Here is a couple of the photos.
Doing some testing tonight for the comet. Weather is goi g to be very hit/miss so I wanted to get every opportunity possible.
January 15, 2025 at 6:53 AM
Doing some testing tonight for the comet. Weather is goi g to be very hit/miss so I wanted to get every opportunity possible.
Te waka o Rangi - The story behind one of the major constellations in te ao Māori. A thread -
After moving to the Southern Hemisphere 14 years ago, the heavens have taken on a new look for me. In short, everything is upside down and skewed. 1/16
After moving to the Southern Hemisphere 14 years ago, the heavens have taken on a new look for me. In short, everything is upside down and skewed. 1/16
January 8, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Te waka o Rangi - The story behind one of the major constellations in te ao Māori. A thread -
After moving to the Southern Hemisphere 14 years ago, the heavens have taken on a new look for me. In short, everything is upside down and skewed. 1/16
After moving to the Southern Hemisphere 14 years ago, the heavens have taken on a new look for me. In short, everything is upside down and skewed. 1/16
