Harold's family travelled extensively in Australia and around it by 4WD and Yacht. After retirement Harold and his wife bought a Motorhome and travelled for 2 years in Canada and the USA. Aft er this they wandered through Africa, Asia, South America and Europe, accumulating a hugh volume of photographic material. Harold came back to his beloved home on the Sunshine Coast and took up painting which quickly grew to a passion, so much so that he paints almost everyday. He loves using bright colours to express his enthusiasm for his big creations.