My photography has taken me to some magnificent places and events over the years. The other night was no exception; I had been planning on doing this for a while.
I wanted to capture the legacy left behind from those past and present who have given their heart and souls to make Australia what it is today. After visiting the shrine of remembrance during the day I decided to return at dusk a few nights later and take a series of photos to remember the centenary of the Gallipoli landing on the 25th April 1915. I spent about 2 hours at the shrine composing the images that best represented their legacy. I then found the “Ode of Remembrance” and overlayed the words on the images. Some of the ode we hear all the time, others we do not, so was a great opportunity to show some of the other lines to the poem.
Also to commemorate the centenary of the Gallipoli landing the Bolte Bridge over the Yarra River was lit up in red signifying the colour of the poppy. This was such a great sight to see knowing the significance behind it. Amazing how just a bridge can be changed in an instant. I went to two locations spending about 1 ½ hours capturing the beauty. The newly installed LED lights did not disappoint. The red light from the two pillars was creating a gentle red glow to the clouds above.
I also photographed an old plastic poppy that I had got years ago on ANZAC day and placed one on each image.
Please feel free to like and share the series of images, not for propaganda, but to continue their legacy that they have left behind for all Australians and New Zealanders and future generations.
“Lest we forget” Gallipoli April 25th 1915.