Angono… a fun place to be

This week, Egidio’s challenge is Destination: Fun. I struggled to decide what to post this week because, for me, traveling—whether close to home or halfway around the world—is always an adventure filled with fun. But I suddenly remembered these places that my niece and nephew took us in Angono, Rizal in the Philippines. This is…

Doors in Finsbury Park

It was nice having a walk and seeing these colourful doors near where my son lives. Finsbury Park, located in North London, is known for its vibrant and eclectic community. One of the highlights of the area is its colourful doors. These doors often feature bright hues and artistic designs, reflecting the area’s diverse and…

Bridges in Monochrome

I love photographing bridges, so I’m excited about Leanne’s challenge this week! Traveling over a bridge always feels like stepping into a new adventure. One of my favorites is the iconic CityLink-Tullamarine tube in Melbourne. Its vibrant colors catch the eye and make it a landmark that everyone notices on their way to the airport….

The Corner Building

BETHNAL GREEN ROAD, UK Situated in the corner of Brick Lane and Bethnal Green Road is Casa Blue Pub. I didn’t go inside it but the windows look pretty cool. I am linking it to Monday Window Challenge.

Seven Scooters & Seven Helmets

Though they may appear bright and convenient, these electric scooters on Melbourne’s roads can be quite frustrating. Their presence leads to unpredictability, making navigation, commuting or even just plain walking more challenging. But the positive side of this is saving on petrol. So I guess we just have to bear with it for the greater…

Seven Cows in Barcelona, Lisbon, Porto

Ale-Hop is a Spanish retail chain offering a diverse range of quirky and creative gifts, gadgets, and home décor. It is owned by Vicente Grimalt and on one of his travels he saw a show featuring numerous animals but was particularly struck by a cow. Inspired, he bought a cow and placed it at the…

The Charm of Barcelona Doors

Barcelona is renowned for its vibrant street art scene, and its doors often serve as canvases for creative expression. I’m not into graffiti, but here are some examples that I saw on its doors. Artists transform plain or aged doors into colourful and intricate works of art. This form of street art adds a unique…

Uncovering the Uncommon

Ritva is hosting the Lens-Artists Photo Challenge this week, focusing on Common Objects. We often pass by ordinary objects and places without paying attention. But if we look closer, these things can surprise us with their beauty. By slowing down and looking at the world differently, we can find something special in the things we…

It’s been Seven Years

It’s hard to believe it’s been seven years since Tim left Melbourne for London. I cherish our video calls, but I still miss seeing him in person. Today is Tim’s 34th birthday, and I wanted to send him a special message here because I know he’ll see it eventually—after all, he’s the one managing my…

Tuesday StreetArt – In Cecil Street – 57

CECIL STREET, FITZROY Pat started her new work yesterday and she passed these murals. As some of you may be interested to find out more, this is a community project featuring a group of some of Australia’s well known street artists. It is a 50-metre wall project including the likes of Adnate, Cam Scale, Dvate,…

West End of London Windows

The Theatre Cafe Show Merchandise is located in Shaftesbury Avenue, in the heart of London. Here is the window display on the corner plus great looking windows of the building

Seven Stools

“You have stools, because sometimes you need a seat that understands you’re just here for a quick break, not a full sit-down meeting.” I am linking this to Xingfumama’s Pull Up a Seat Challenge and for Becky’s Seven in September.

Seven birds 7th day 7th Month

Saw this in my “memory” in Facebook. I took a photo of a flock of birds. I’m pretty sure I counted seven of them on the fence. But who knows, they may not be exactly 7, but who cares right? It was just a neat moment in time that I was able to capture ….

Seven Chimneys

This is the Lion Gate Lodge in the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney. And more importantly here are its 7 Chimneys for BeckyB’s Seven in September.

A stroll on Father’s Day

In Australia, Father’s Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of September, setting it apart from other countries. Last Saturday, we enjoyed a lovely lunch and stroll in Fitzroy, near my daughter’s place.  We started with a meal at Blue Chillies, a Malaysian restaurant, and the food was absolutely delicious. After lunch, we wandered through…

Birds on the Shoreline

“Meet me where the sky touches the sea.” – Jennifer Donnelly This week’s photos of shorelines are for Lens Artist Photo Challenge hosted by Anne of Slow Shutter Speed. Here are some of the shorelines we captured during our road trip along the Great Ocean Road, from Geelong to Port Campbell. And from some 6,000…

Tuesday StreetArt – Sydney – 56

THE ROCKS, SYDNEY Internationally renowned street artist Kelsey Montague has brought a touch of magic to The Rocks inSydney, Australia. Kelsey is an American illustrator and interactive street artist.

7 Yellow windows

Here are some yellow windows plus more little ones. I am linking this to Becky’s Seven in September and for Monday Window challenge.

7 in pink and green costumes

Here is my first entry to Becky B’s Squares – Seven in September. It is a mural of aliens in costumes coming down from a spaceship. There are 7 of them believe me…not counting the tiny baby ones.

Doors in Covent Garden

LONDON, UK My son often tries to dissuade us from visiting Covent Garden, as he finds it boring. However, Jack and I find it quite enjoyable, even though it’s very touristy. We arrived at the tube station and got off there. Here are some of the doors we passed along the way. Just a five…

Monochromes in The Philippines

It’s been a year and a half since my holiday in the Philippines, but the memories remain vivid. The trip was filled with fun, nostalgia, and new experiences with friends. I’m especially glad I had the chance to visit Ilocos as well. Here are some monochromes which may not be my favourite shots but they…

Tuesday StreetArt – Camden – 55

CAMDEN, LONDON Here is another mural located in Camden. This expansive artwork features individual elements that each stand out vividly on their own.

A return to Montsalvat with Sis

TRAVEL DIARY: MONTSALVAT WITH SIS Its funny to experience the same thing with different people. You see how they react, and how they meet or subvert your expectations. I had a fantastic time at Montsalvat earlier this year with friends, so when my sister came to visit in April, I was excited to introduce her…

Windows of a Church in Toorak

These are drive-by shots of St. John’s Anglican Church in Toorak. Toorak is a prestigious and expensive suburb of Melbourne, 5 km south-east of Melbourne’s CBD. I happened to pass by and noticed that some of its windows were covered, and the stained glass looked particularly striking. I thought it was a beautiful example of…

The Cool Colours from Down Under

Cool Colours include green, blue, and purple and are usually calming and relaxing… it is the colour of water and of nature. There’s often a lively debate over whether Melbourne or Sydney is the superior city. I once read a saying that “Melbourne and Sydney are sisters, but Sydney is the pretty one.” As a…