Creative Journal
Whispers of Walhalla: Hidden Stories from the Past and Haunted Echoes
Tucked away in Gippsland’s mountains, Walhalla feels like a town frozen in time — with ghost stories, bushfire regrowth, and a footy field hidden deep in the hills. Come wander through its whispers of history, and see why this tiny town still sparks the imagination.
Eighty Years After Hiroshima: Paper Cranes, Peace, Grief, and Hope
Eighty years after the bombing of Hiroshima, I visited the city for the first time. Walking along the river towards the Atomic Bomb Dome, I saw memorials telling stories of grief and resilience — none more moving than the Children’s Peace Monument, inspired by Sadako Sasaki and her paper cranes. It was a day not for chasing photos, but for listening, reading, and feeling. I left with a deeper understanding of our fragility as humans, and the hope that something like this will never happen again.
Rising Bangkok: A City of Towers and Neon
From steel towers to glowing street signs, Bangkok is a city of contrasts — sprawling, vibrant, and full of surprises. This story follows my first visit to Southeast Asia, where I explored the city’s energy by day and its magic by night. More than just a travel experience, it became a personal creative journey — one lens, no video, just a photographer learning to feel again through the viewfinder.
Japan, The Trip, The Print, The Memory
Most of our photos live on hard drives, forgotten. But a few years ago, I started printing the ones that mattered most — and it changed how I see my work, my memories, and even myself. This is the story of a trip to Japan, a photo that meant everything, and what it taught me.
Take a moment to read it.
La Fantástica and the Palenqueras
On a sweltering December day in Cartagena, I wandered through the vibrant streets of La Fantástica, captivated by the colonial charm and the proud presence of the Palenqueras. This is a reflection on memory, culture, and the beauty that hides in plain sight.
A Wander Through the Electric Town
My second day in Tokyo — this time, wandering through Akihabara in the rain. What I found wasn’t the perfect photo, but rhythm, reflection, and the quiet beauty of a city that doesn’t try to dazzle — it just does.
Stairway to the Pagoda
After a long journey from Hiroshima to Fujikawaguchiko, we took an unexpected sunset trek to Chureito Pagoda — and it led to one of the most rewarding photographic moments of my trip. A quiet climb, a glowing sky, and a surprise ending I’ll never forget.
A Place for the Soul: Visiting Uluru for the First Time
In October 2023, I visited Uluru for the first time — not knowing that this trip would be more than just a photography journey. It became a moment of stillness, presence, and quiet connection to something much bigger than me.
Arigato (ありがとう) Andrés-san
After 20 years of wondering what Japan was really like, I finally went. This isn’t just about travel — it’s about childhood memories, friendship, and seeing a long-held curiosity come to life.
Fuji San and Social Media
Caught between the lens and the crowd, I travelled to Japan to photograph Mt. Fuji — but ended up finding something far more meaningful. This is a story about social media, stillness, and rediscovering intention as a photographer.