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‘Ramong‘ is an aerial photo of the Bluff, Victor Harbour. The name Ramong comes from the Ramindjeri language name for Encounter Bay.

Ramong is also called commonly called Rosetta Head, known as Kongkengguwar by the Ramindjeri people but more commonly known as The Bluff. It is a headland located on the south coast of Fleurieu Peninsula in Encounter Bay, South Australia, within the local government area of the City of Victor Harbor. It is a prominent landmark on the coast, about 77 kilometres (48 miles) south of the state capital of Adelaide. Rosetta Head was given its modern name in 1839 after Rosetta French, the wife of George Fife Angas, reportedly by George Gawler, the second Governor of South Australia. The use of the name “The Bluff”, which is the most commonly used name for the headland, is attributed to whalers operating in the locality prior to the adoption of the name Rosetta Head.

Rosetta Head as a headland was formed when the sea reached its present level 7,500 years ago after sea levels started to rise at the start of the Holocene. As a landform, it is a large domed inselberg which is considered to be “the most prominent” feature along Encounter Bay coastline.

This image is captured approx 110 meters over the front of the Bluff and approx 100 meters over the ocean, capturing a view rarely seen by the thousands of visitors each year. The granite provides a beautiful backdrop to the aqua waters of the Southern Ocean, with the pop of orange and yellows from the lichen that has grown amongst the rocks.

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For many years, my creative practice has been centered on Australia's extraordinary landscapes, exploring them through aerial photography and, more recently, expressive abstract painting. Whether working with a camera or a palette knife, I'm drawn to the colours, textures and patterns that emerge naturally within the landscape, revealing perspectives that often go unnoticed.

Living in South Australia has provided endless inspiration. From mineral-rich salt lakes and coastal flats to expansive inland textures, these ever-changing environments have shaped the way I see and create. My work is inspired by the subtle geometry, rhythm and movement found in nature, where rich earth tones meet brilliant whites, delicate pinks and shifting blues.

Photography remains the foundation of my practice, allowing me to document the landscape from above with precision and simplicity. Painting has become a natural extension of that journey. Rather than reproducing a photograph, I use layers of acrylic paint and expressive palette knife techniques to interpret the emotion, energy and atmosphere of the places I've come to know over many years.

My work sits between observation and abstraction, inviting viewers to slow down and experience familiar landscapes in a different way. Whether through a fine art photograph or a textured painting, I hope each piece brings a sense of calm, curiosity and connection to the natural world.

I have been fortunate to have my work recognized through several photographic competition finalist placements, including receiving a Gold Medal at the Australian Photographic Prize. While recognition is always appreciated, my greatest reward comes from creating work that resonates with others and encourages a deeper appreciation of Australia's remarkable landscapes.

As my practice continues to evolve, my goal remains the same: to create thoughtful, contemporary artworks that celebrate the beauty, texture and quiet complexity of the Australian landscape.