Life is all about movement. Sometimes I think we could use a little still time. Maybe that is why I like photography. It allows me to be still and to also stop a moment.
I was born in the land of Banjo Paterson, gum trees, and weather extremes.
I am a freelance photographer. I love to make images that make people happy. To capture forever a precious moment.
I am also a freelance writer/editor.
I live in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, but still like to claim my Australian heritage.
I graduated with a Bachelor of Communications in 2008.
I am writing my first novel.
I love to write poetry, short stories, and also write for the web.
And there is nothing that is on a par with a sunny summer's day spent at Waihi Beach.
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Cool Jo, favourites for me are the volley ball, surfer and of course the cute dog baby 🙂
I see everyone is into water for this challenge. ❤
I am especially drawn to the surfer and the dog in the water, the last photo. I love water too. These are all excellent, Jo.
yes as Ferris Buller said “If we don’t stop and look around once in awhile – we’re gonna miss it”
Love your examples…. cute doggy. And those on the seguay too funny!
These are all so good! Such great examples of movement…and yes, catching a single moment in time. You really are a talented photographer, my friend. Of course, we already knew that, but you just keep proving it! 🙂
Great photos, especially the dog, but my favorite part is what you wrote: It allows me to be still and to also stop a moment. What a wonderful way of looking at it.
Chronicles of Illusions 
Cool Jo, favourites for me are the volley ball, surfer and of course the cute dog baby 🙂
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I liked that wee doggie a lot myself.
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the goats rock, they must love it 🙂 🙂 🙂
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They sure seem to Gilly.
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Lovely photo’s Jo!
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Thanks.
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I’m a big fan of movement. Especially a doggie moving through the wind and water!
Love and licks,
Cupcake
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Doggies do that so well don’t they !
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All very well captured – the little dog is so cute… 🙂
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I think so too. Dogs are always so cute though…don’t you think ???
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Yeah indeed – especially small breeds of dogs – love their temperament and attitudes… 😉
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Hmmm…my wee foxy might change that. She can be so grumpy at times.
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I love that kind of dog
– they fight for their rights… 😎
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Yes they do !
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Too COOL, Jo! Love the video, the little doggy is so adorable 🙂 Great take on, as always!
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Thanks Amy. The doggie seems to be a big hit with people…as doggies generally are.
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These are some of my favorites places and things to do. Frolicking on the beach, flying in an airplane, and enjoying nature. Yay! Love this!
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Thanks Angelia. They are fun.
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I see everyone is into water for this challenge. ❤
I am especially drawn to the surfer and the dog in the water, the last photo. I love water too. These are all excellent, Jo.
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Thanks ma’am. There is just so much movement with water maybe ???
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I’m sure. Water is also so pleasing to listen to, refreshing on a hot day and pleasant to gaze at. 😀
These are wonderful shots.
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Thanks. Water is always changing…maybe that is where the fascination is.
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Yes. Awesome!
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Love the Segway Marilyns and the happy dog 😄
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The segway girls were awesome to see.
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Boy…that dog is superstar…everyone is in love.
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yes as Ferris Buller said “If we don’t stop and look around once in awhile – we’re gonna miss it”
Love your examples…. cute doggy. And those on the seguay too funny!
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Thanks. Everyone seems to love the doggie.
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I saw that later in the comments… it is just such a great shot he looks extra cute.
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He is cute…but boy does he rark Chevvy up when we pass. She now gets all hyper as we get closer. If he doesn’t show up she looks for him.
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A love hate relationship? 😉
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Perhaps.
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Hee hee
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hey jo … i LOVE that top shot!!!
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Thanks Stephen. I kind of like that one myself.
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Now don’t get smug – I’m giving you an excellent for that HYSTERICAL video !!! [GRIN]
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Hehehehehehe…me ??? Smug ??? Never !
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Great choice of photos here. Love the first one. 🙂
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Thanks Suzanne. I actually like that one too.
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I like your: “…photography = It allows me to be still and to also stop a moment…”
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Thanks. It does. I can stop and really look.
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These are all so good! Such great examples of movement…and yes, catching a single moment in time. You really are a talented photographer, my friend. Of course, we already knew that, but you just keep proving it! 🙂
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Awwww thanks Corina. What a lovely thing to say.
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Outstanding!
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Thank you !!
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Lots of great movement Jo!
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Thanks Jeff.
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The goats really made me laugh, Jo. Cute pic of the dog, having fun in the ocean. 🙂
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I loved that dog. There were actually three of them…having a blast.
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Great photos, especially the dog, but my favorite part is what you wrote: It allows me to be still and to also stop a moment. What a wonderful way of looking at it.
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Photography has really made me STOP and look and be still in the moment for the first time in a long time.
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Loved these photo’s and loved the Goat dance.. Looks like fun.. 🙂 .. xxx
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Those goats sure know how to take simple joy in a simple thing.
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Fun choices Jo – especially love the pup in the waves at the end. Looks so full of Joy!!
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He was having a ball.
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That first shot displays great technical expertise and vision, Jo.
You should be proud of yourself, old friend.
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Thanks Hook. It is a very old photo that was not too good and yet I wanted it to be.
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