







Mornington Sunrise, Schnapper Point, Mornington Peninsula, VIC DJI_0213
THE STORY BEHIND THE PHOTO
Mornington Peninsula, with its picturesque Schnapper Point and the renowned Rocks Restaurant, was a place that held a special place in my heart. It was a destination that I frequented, a location that had become a familiar haven for locals and visitors alike. The scenic beauty of Schnapper Point, where people strolled daily, had always been a source of inspiration for me.
However, on this particular day, I was determined to capture something new, something that would offer a fresh perspective on the familiar landscape. With the goal of showcasing the Mornington Peninsula in its summer glory for my upcoming book, I decided to take to the skies with my trusty drone, as a plane would have been too high for the shot I envisioned.
The day was quintessentially perfect. The sun, in all its radiant splendour, cast a warm and inviting glow over the landscape. As I launched my drone into the azure skies, I couldn't help but be filled with a sense of anticipation and excitement. The pristine summer weather had painted the world in vibrant colours, and I was determined to capture that essence in a single frame.
As the drone soared over Schnapper Point, I manoeuvred it to capture the unique perspective that I had envisioned. The first light of the day kissed the point, casting a golden hue over the scene. The contrast between the warmth of the land and the cool, inviting blue of the waters was nothing short of spectacular. It was a visual symphony of colours that encapsulated the essence of the Mornington Peninsula in summer.
Photographing Schnapper Point from the air was both a thrilling and humbling experience. The precision required to capture the scene's radiance and beauty demanded careful adjustments and creative framing. Each click of the drone's camera aimed to convey the enchantment of this stunning morning.
As I framed my shots, I couldn't help but be captivated by the Mornington Peninsula's timeless allure. It was a place where nature and human presence coexisted in perfect harmony, and I aimed to showcase that delicate balance. Schnapper Point, with its radiant beauty, stood as a testament to the enduring charm of this coastal paradise.
Leaving Schnapper Point and its stunning morning behind, I carried with me a deep sense of contentment and a collection of photographs that encapsulated the very best of the Mornington Peninsula in summer. The photographs I had taken were not just images; they were windows into a world where the warmth of the land met the cool embrace of the sea. Schnapper Point was a place where the human spirit could find solace and inspiration in the grandeur of the natural world, and I was fortunate to have captured that perfect moment through the lens of my drone.
