Boyntons Feathertop Winery – Porepunkah VIC
Friday, June 5th, 2009
In 1989, Kel Boynton established a family owned winery in the beautiful town of Porepunkah, in Victoria’s Alpine Region. The winery is now aptly named “Feathertop” after the nearby mountain which is a commanding feature in this Alpine region. Mt Feathertop has been attributed to sheltering the valley and influencing the air currents in the region. It also has had an impact on the rich soil structure in which the grapes are grown, as well as providing fresh Alpine spring water for the vineyard.
“Like all great success stories, the story of the birth of Boynton’s Feathertop Winery is filled with passion, adventure, disappointment and fear but above all strength, determination and an individuals belief in his dream despite the odds.”
“Feathertop Wines captures the essences of nature and the beauty and crispness of the Alpine Valleys which surround the wine” (from the Feathertop Wines website)
Kel & Janelle Boynton have a Wine Club called “Summit Cru” which I am a member of. Each quarter I receive a dozen of Kel’s selected wines ~ which I always look forward to!
Below are a few photos I’ve taken from autumn and summer at Feathertop. I have the first autumn photo “Bright Red Path” printed on extra large canvas in my lounge room, which I love.
The last photo in the set I named “Feathertop” and is one of my favourites as the wispy clouds look like feathers above the “Feathertop” vineyard.
Bright Red Path
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 Vine Lines |
Vine Verandah
 Boyntons Vineyard |
 Feathertop |
Feathertop Wines is located at 6619 Great Alpine Road, Porpunkah, VIC. If you are in the area, make sure you stop in to the cellar door and try their wonderful wines.
F o r A d a m
Monday, May 11th, 2009
I keep searching for a sign
That you are waiting for us
So many times have I looked twice
A face that I thought was yours
I am always looking
Your time in this life was so short
Never has something affected me so
I try to move on
I will never forget you
You are always in my prayers
We will never forget you
Our captain
Our heart
10 years has passed
It still breaks my heart
But I will never forget you
I carry it with me
A burden
My cross
I carry it for you
I always will
Could it get less heavy?
Only time will tell
But 10 years has passed
I miss you mate
I will never forget you
Yes, I saw it
It’s always been there
I didn’t miss it
We will meet again
In the after life
21.08.98
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Adam, you would have been 30 today…Happy birthday mate, this photo is and will always be dedicated to you…and it’s hanging on my wall and your mum & dad’s…we will never forget you.
Ava
Sunday, May 10th, 2009
The gorgeous Ava.
I found Ava to be so photogenic, for someone so young, she knew when the camera was on her and posed for a lot of shots.
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Zombie Shuffle 2009
Saturday, May 9th, 2009
The chant began….”brains, brains, brains !”
The cry grew louder as the Zombies swarmed together at Carlton Gardens waiting patiently for their shuffle of doom through Melbourne’s CBD.
Here’s a few shots from the day.
(Parental Guidance is recommended as the zombies in the photos are dressed up in some gory outfits and makeup).
Prints Available upon request.
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ANZAC Day March, Melbourne 2009
Saturday, April 25th, 2009
Today I photographed the ANZAC Day march in Melbourne.
I had a roller coaster of feelings watching the ol’ diggers march down St Kilda Rd, it was an incredible and emotional scene.
I felt so proud to be an Australian, with a massive crowd there to cheer them on, and have so much respect and admiration for what the diggers did for us, lest we forget them.
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Hopetoun Falls, Otways, VIC – Waterfalls/Landscape
Monday, April 13th, 2009
What better way to spend Easter Monday than getting down to the beautiful Otway Ranges.
I just love it down there. Hours photographing nature, hiking and wading on the slippery rocks in the cold water is what I call fun !
Here’s a few shots from different perspectives of Hopetoun Falls.
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Weerama Festival, Werribee 2009
Sunday, March 29th, 2009
Hi Everyone,
On Sunday 29th March, I photographed the Weerama Festival held in Watton St, Werribee with Neil, Lee, Di, Kathryn and Belinda. Weerama consists of colourful multicultural groups, community floats, street performers, local schools and roving entertainers, celebrating the multiculturalism of the city of Wyndham.
I’ve split these up into 3 albums, Parade, People and Performers
Parade
People
Performers
Photographic Competition 1st & 3rd Place – Weerama, Ted’s Camera Stores 2009
Wednesday, March 25th, 2009
Hi Everyone,
Tonight (25th March 2009) at the Official Opening of the Weerama Festival, I was awarded 1st & 3rd prizes in the Ted’s Camera Stores Photographic Competition 2009 Open Category for the Weerama Festival (Werribee Community Festival) held by the City of Wyndham.
The competition was for photographs taken in the last 12 months which showcased the City of Wyndham, capturing and celebrating the Municipality’s diverse landscape, seascape and character.
I entered two of my photos. “Unknown” was awarded 1st place and “A Brief History of Time” got 3rd place.
Unknown
“Unknown” – Campbells Cove, Werribee South beach at dawn
A Brief History of Time
A Brief History Of Time – Werribee River at sunset
Melbourne F1 Pre-Race @ Fed Square
Tuesday, March 24th, 2009
In the week leading up to the Formula 1 in Melbourne, the F1 teams came to Federation Square and the grid girls and fans were out in force.
Here’s a few shots from the event.
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The Blowhole at Flinders, VIC – Sunset Seascapes
Wednesday, March 18th, 2009
An amazing sunset at the blowhole on the Flinders coastline, Victoria.
Got nice and wet, and the drive home was not pleasant in my saturated clothes, but worth it.
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Avalon Airshow 2009
Sunday, March 15th, 2009
It finally rained in Victoria, although, it happened over most of the airshow weekend.
I was lucky enough to catch a few shots with some blue sky, and contrasting stormy skies.
While waiting for some action in the outer (cheap seats) of the 2009 Avalon Airshow, we watched the storm pass over the bay.
Neil, Lisa, Campbell and I were there to catch some shots of the amazing machines of the sky this afternoon.
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Moomba Melbourne 2009
Monday, March 9th, 2009
Hi Everyone,
I photographed the Melbourne Moomba Parade and wandered down to the banks of the Yarra River where the carnival is held with my dad today.
Each float in the Moomba Parade represents the cultural diversity of the Melbourne community, plenty of colour, character and fun.
Click below to see a selection of photos of how I saw the parade, community, streets and river bank, hope you enjoy.
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