Balloon Brilliance

Posted on March 10, 2015 by kayakcameraman

10 March 2015: Words are really hard to describe what I have experience over the past few days during the Canberra Balloon Spectacular. Each and every day has totally blown me away with a wonderful display of colour, fun and visual overload. The best thing I have to note is how happy and enthusiastic the balloonists are! Their joy for what they do is so infectious and it is quickly transferred into the crowds that line the shore line or to the paddlers that venture out onto the water. If you were to witness an event like this anywhere else in the world you would be raving it about it to your friends and family for months. How lucky are we to have such a spectacular event right on our doorstep. Do yourself a favour and make the effort to see this truly wonderful spectacle.

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A Classic CBR Carnival Morning

Posted on March 9, 2015 by kayakcameraman

9 March 2015: It was a carnival atmosphere on LBG this morning to celebrate Canberra Day 2015. A record number of balloons launched from the Lawns of Old Parliament House and adorned the Canberra skyline while SUP riders, fellow kayakers and local scullers enjoyed the colourful spectacle from the water. Even the local birdlife joined in on the parade!

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Sunday Spectacular

Posted on March 8, 2015 by kayakcameraman

8 March 2015: The balloons may not have taken off from the lawns of Old Parliament House but they could be seen in the distance hovering over the nearby Brindabella Range. While this may have disappointed those who travelled from afar or rose early to see the colourful display of balloons on offer for this year’s Balloon Spectacular, but they were still treated to a brilliant Canberra Autumn morning.

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Sunset Sensation

Posted on February 16, 2015 by kayakcameraman

16 Feb 2015: What a striking sky in Canberra tonight, truly sensational!

Brindabella Beauty

Posted on February 15, 2015 by kayakcameraman

15 Feb 2015: It was gorgeous finale to a wonderful weekend with the beautiful blues skies that slowly morphed into a stunning caramelised sunset. I hope you enjoy the photos as much as I enjoyed capturing them.

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Canberra Collection 2014

Posted on December 18, 2014 by kayakcameraman

What a memorable 2014. I’ve continued to be mesmerised by the beauty of Canberra with each and every season offering a spectacle of colour.

I have peacefully paddled amongst soft pastels tones, navigated my way through pea soup fog and have been wowed by our -8 wintery conditions as I glide my way on glassy, often near frozen waters. Each and every sunrise is different and I am continually amazed by this natural beauty especially the golden sunrises which are special to our inland city.

Through my paddling experiences I have been fortunate to meet fellow paddlers, friends and others who have become influential in my life. Our common link is our love for Canberra and all that it offers.

I have found it extremely hard to put a selection of shots together as there have been so many memorable moments this year. I hope you enjoy the photos as much as I have enjoyed capturing and sharing them.

I wish everyone a very merry Christmas and I hope that you have an enjoyable festive season. Thank you for your ongoing support and I look forward to seeing and hearing from you in the New Year.

Paul Jurak

Kayakcameraman

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Golden Glow

Posted on December 14, 2014 by kayakcameraman

14 Dec 2014: The beauty of Canberra is that even though it’s officially summer, the evenings can be cool and the early morning’s crisp created a spectacular environment. The sunrise shone through embracing those who were out and about in a brilliant golden glow.

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Tantalising and Turbulent

Posted on November 30, 2014 by kayakcameraman

Sunday 30 November 2014: Words cannot express the sunrise this morning. There was so much variety with the scenery transitioning from what looked like a pot of molten gold to a perfect rainbow arcing over the city scape. The clouds formations were amazing, often turbulent and forever changing.

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KCM Calendar 2015 – For Sale

Posted on November 24, 2014 by kayakcameraman

So excited to announce that my KCM Calendar 2015 is out. You can buy direct from me (email at kayakcameraman@iinet.net.au) or you can purchase them from Shop Handmade Canberra. The price is $25 per calendar (plus $7 postage within Australia) I can also provide you with a price for postage overseas.

Note: I have combined the front and back cover in this image to show you the contents

Bewildered by Beauty and Balloons

Posted on November 8, 2014 by kayakcameraman

8 Nov 2014: The transition from early pastel tones through to a golden sunrise was superb this morning. This, topped with a spot of hot air balloon chasing on Lake Burley Griffin made for a fabulous start to the weekend.

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