22. April 2012 07:40 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Symbio Wildlife Park 22. April 2012 07:40 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments Tweetsymbio wildlife parkShareToday we went to the Symbio Wildlife park together with some of our friends. They don't have a lot of animals in the park, but the ones they have a pretty cool and it is a good spot to get some nice animal photos (It was especially nice to see that they had polished the glass surrounding some animals). It was also really cool to have Aiden and Sammi feed some of the more friendly animals.
22. April 2012 05:44 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Luke and Alexsandra's wedding 22. April 2012 05:44 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments Tweetluke and alexandra s weddingShareToday Luke and Alexsandra was married. She is from Serbia so the wedding itself was a beautiful traditional Serbian Orthodox wedding in a small church in Alexandria. The church was very darkly lit and I was shooting using natural light trying to be as discreet as possible using my old Nikon D50 camera (still waiting for the new D800) but by some miracle I was able to capture the above photos (by setting it to my max 1600 ISO and underexpose 2 stops and then push and noise reduce in post...would have loved to have one more stop). Luke has some Scotish ancestry so ourside the church there was a guy playing the bag pipe. Afterwards the reception was in Drumoyne with about 250 guests invited. Lots of very loud Serbian music and traditional Serbian line dancing (Not sure what the correct name is).
16. April 2012 07:40 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Easter show and EQ 16. April 2012 07:40 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments Tweeteaster show and eqShareSynday we took Dylan to the Easter show at Fox Studios. We had bought him a 5 hour pass as a reward for an assignment we gave him.Dylan tried a number of rides, but I think his favourite was a dodge'm'cars.While Dylan was queueing up we had a look around at the other entertainment.
15. April 2012 07:39 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments High Tea in Royal National Park 15. April 2012 07:39 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments Tweethigh tea in royal national parkShareToday we went to High Tea in Audley in the Royal National Park 30 minutes drive from where we live. Kim had bought a 2 for 1 deal and decided to try it.Verdict was that is wasn't anything special and even with the special deal it was a bit over priced.Afterwards we decided to go rowing up through the creek.Aiden was very keen to get to play with the water which was difficult in the rowing boat (next time we will get a Canoe).Afterwards we let him play a bit on land before heading back.
8. April 2012 06:18 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Bora Bora Island Scenery 8. April 2012 06:18 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments Tweetbora bora island sceneryShareThe island itself is a beautiful place. I took a lot of photos of the lagoon and the beauty of Bora Bora....so many that it would be too many to have in the previous Bora Bora post. With the risk of creating a post full of Blue photos...I had to separate them out to prevent the other posts from getting too big. Here they are...I will let them speak for themselves...
6. April 2012 06:19 by Rene Pallesen Perfect Moments Photography | A Rene Pallesen Journal Blog Portfolio Packages Contact About Home 22. August 2019 13:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Aiden - awards card 22. August 2019 13:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetIt is not often that Aiden gets an award for good work at school, but when he does, he is very proudShareIt is not often that Aiden gets an award for good work at school, but when he does, he is very proud. 10. August 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Camping - Barrington Tops 10. August 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetEarlier in the year at Easter time we went camping up at Barrington Tops 5 hours drive north of SydnShareEarlier in the year at Easter time we went camping up at Barrington Tops 5 hours drive north of Sydney.It is a very tall mountain range with some excellent walks, rivers etc.We had a great weekend with friends sitting around the fire roasting marshmellows, walking and canoeing. 23. July 2019 10:07 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Kyoto - Fushimi Inari Shrine 23. July 2019 10:07 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetShare 8. July 2019 12:07 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Karate - Boys getting their red belts 8. July 2019 12:07 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetFairly recently we started the boys on Karate.We thought it would be a good activity for them to buiShareFairly recently we started the boys on Karate.We thought it would be a good activity for them to build strength, motor skills and discipline.Especially Aiden is really enjoying it and putting in the hard work at home practicing. He has become stronger throughout the classes which is great. Before we started he had almost no core strength and now he is able to do sit-ups and pushups.This weekend both Aiden and Lucas were pulled up for their first proper graduation from the white belts to the red belts and they both passed. 17. June 2019 20:06 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Bali - 2018 17. June 2019 20:06 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetPhotos from out trip to Bali with a couple of friends and kids.SharePhotos from out trip to Bali with a couple of friends and kids. 2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Japan - Osaka aquarium 2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetThe Osaka aquarium is massive and very impressive. The centre piece is the massive tank in the middlShareThe Osaka aquarium is massive and very impressive. The centre piece is the massive tank in the middle with two large whale sharks and which is also full of other sharks such as hammerheads. 2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Japan - Dontonburi Osaka 2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetTontonburi is know as the chefs/kitchen area. Here you can buy everything needed for a japanese restShareTontonburi is know as the chefs/kitchen area. Here you can buy everything needed for a japanese restaurant.It is also full of actual restaurants and other oddities such as more exotic places. It has what is known as Osaka's best Ramen restaurant (the one with the long counter in the photos below) - and Yes, the Ramen was very good.Here it is also possible to eat specialties such as the Puffa fish.It was also one of the few places where I saw real Samurai swords for sale. 2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Japan - Osaka tower 2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetBelow the Osaka tower is a restaurant area with lots of yummi food.The area was once a very modern pShareBelow the Osaka tower is a restaurant area with lots of yummi food.The area was once a very modern part of Osaka, and worth a visit during the night. 2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Japan - Osaka Castle 2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetOsaka castle is a beautiful multi story pagoda like castle inside these massive moats and ramparts wShareOsaka castle is a beautiful multi story pagoda like castle inside these massive moats and ramparts with several layers of defense. 2. April 2019 18:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Japan - Toei Film Studio Osaka 2. April 2019 18:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetIn Osaka we went to the Toei Film Studio.This is an area where they have filmed lots of traditional ShareIn Osaka we went to the Toei Film Studio.This is an area where they have filmed lots of traditional Japanese movies and where they have all the old houses and also some theaters.It is also used as a bit of an entertainment and cultural area to teach the Japanese about their culture. Surprisingly we seemed to be the only foreign tourists there and it was definitely worth the visit even though we didn't understand a word of what they were saying. << Older posts Newer posts >> Newer posts12...5678910111213...9293Older posts SearchInclude comments in search Newsletter Get notified when a new post is published. Enter your e-mail Please enter an e-mail address Please enter a valid e-mail Thank you Perfect Moments Photography | A Rene Pallesen Journal Blog Portfolio Packages Contact About Home 21. December 2020 13:03 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments School award 21. December 2020 13:03 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetIt is not often gets an award from school, so he is super proud when he gets a little encouragement.ShareIt is not often gets an award from school, so he is super proud when he gets a little encouragement. 16. September 2020 16:05 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Pool and Beach Photoshoot 16. September 2020 16:05 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAt Boracay I did another shoot with some beautiful models. It was a fun shoot on the beautiful beachShareAt Boracay I did another shoot with some beautiful models. It was a fun shoot on the beautiful beach and at the hotel pool. 26. July 2020 10:07 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Gold Coast 2020 26. July 2020 10:07 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetEarly in the year we made an extended weekend trip to the Gold Coast in Queensland. Main attraction ShareEarly in the year we made an extended weekend trip to the Gold Coast in Queensland. Main attraction here was for the boys to visit Movieworld and Seaworld. 19. July 2020 13:07 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Indoor boudoir with Kateriina 19. July 2020 13:07 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetThese photo are from a workshop I did with Kateriina as a model.It was mainly studio with fixed (hotShareThese photo are from a workshop I did with Kateriina as a model.It was mainly studio with fixed (hot) lights instead of strobes which I am more used to.Advantage of the fixed lights in a workshop setting is that it is easier to see what the light is like before taking the photo as well as having multiple photographers shooting at the same time. 21. June 2020 17:03 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Aidens 10th Birthday 21. June 2020 17:03 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAidens birthday was during the covid lock down.Fortunately we were still allowed to have a couple ofShareAidens birthday was during the covid lock down.Fortunately we were still allowed to have a couple of his school friends over for a little celebration (his school was still open anyhow).We decided to have it in the garden with a fire pit with roasted marshmellows, sparklers followed by cake. 5. March 2020 20:03 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Shooting - 800m range 5. March 2020 20:03 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetRecently I had the chance to visit the shooting range at Malabar headland with a group of friends.I Share Perfect Moments Photography | A Rene Pallesen Journal Blog Portfolio Packages Contact About Home 23. August 2023 20:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Driving and Various 23. August 2023 20:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetThe trip in New Zealand first landed us in Christchurch where we picked up our rental car and stayedShareThe trip in New Zealand first landed us in Christchurch where we picked up our rental car and stayed the first night.Next day we drove through Arthurs Pass to Franz Josef (a long drive) where we stayed for three nights. This was mainly so that we had a spare day in case the weather closed in and we couldn't fly to the glacier.From there we drove to Queenstown via Wanaka and the Crowns Range (another long drive). We were lucky that this was open and that snow chains weren't required.Here we stayed for 5 nights whereafter we went to Twizel near Mount Cook for two night.Lastly we drive back to Christchurch to fly out.Queenstown is a scenic place, but lost of other scenic places along the way. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Lake Pukaki chapel 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAt Lake Pukaki there is this little beautiful chapel at the lake. Again this is a really photographeShareAt Lake Pukaki there is this little beautiful chapel at the lake. Again this is a really photographed location and much more busy than I remember it. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Skiing 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAt Queenstown we did 4 days of skiing at the Remarkables.The boys did two days of lessons and were wShareAt Queenstown we did 4 days of skiing at the Remarkables.The boys did two days of lessons and were with me the other two days. Some friends of our joined us in Queenstown, so for the other days I had Tod to go with, who is a very decent snowboarder.Aiden and Lucas are both becoming good skiers, but especially Lucas is getting really good to the point where I can bring him onto black runs.Although Kim is still very much a beginner she still did two days of skiing sticking to the beginner slope where there is a 'magic carpet' lift. I did see some improvement to last year, but she is still too scared to go on the proper lifts.I bought my own ski boots last year and brought them along (my feet are not compatible with rental ski boots). 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - West coast 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetThe west coast of New Zealand is really beautiful.It is not very populated and there are not a lot oShareThe west coast of New Zealand is really beautiful.It is not very populated and there are not a lot of tourists either as it is hard to get to.We did a lot of walks in the area both around beautiful lakes and also at the beach outside Fox Glacier and Franz Josef villages. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Lake Wanaka and the famous most photographed tree. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetDriving back towards Queenstown we had to go through Wanaka. Boy, has it changed! It used to be a smShareDriving back towards Queenstown we had to go through Wanaka. Boy, has it changed! It used to be a small place with maybe fifty houses, but now it is a proper town with lots of cars and traffic.It is very scenic approaching Lake Wanaka, and the lake itself has this tree growing in the water that photographers from all around the world come here to take photos of. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Lindis Pass 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetA place that I have always found really magical is driving through the Lindis Pass.Kim doesn't thinkShareA place that I have always found really magical is driving through the Lindis Pass.Kim doesn't think much of it, but since I visited it the first time, I've alwas found the rolling hills and the colours absolutely stunning. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Glacier Tour 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetKims highlight on the trip was to go up on a real glacier.She had booked a helicopter tour that woulShareKims highlight on the trip was to go up on a real glacier.She had booked a helicopter tour that would take up up on a section of the glacier between the two major ice falls.This is a section of the glacier that Andy and I dreaded having to walk through 20 years ago when we were climbing higher up on the glacier. Mind you, back then there was probably another 100 metres of ice on top of where we landed on this day. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Castle Hill Boulders 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetDriving from Christchurch toward the west coast we passed the Castle Hills boulders.This is a phenomShareDriving from Christchurch toward the west coast we passed the Castle Hills boulders.This is a phenomenal place to go climbing if you are a good boulderer. It is also quite scenic to just go for a walk.We saw lots of people with their bouldering mats (a soft mat to land on when you are climbing). 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Mount Cook 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAt Mount Cook we did a long 10km walk to the start of the Hooker glacier. It is a beautiful walk wheShareAt Mount Cook we did a long 10km walk to the start of the Hooker glacier. It is a beautiful walk where you walk past the Tasman Glacier and Muller Glacier before you eventually come to the Hooker Glacier lake.The lake was frozen with an iceberg floating around in it. 25. December 2022 18:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Christmas Day - 2022 25. December 2022 18:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAs usual, we did a family thing at Kims sisters house.At home I had Aiden make Havregryns Kugler (oaShareAs usual, we did a family thing at Kims sisters house.At home I had Aiden make Havregryns Kugler (oat balls). << Older posts Newer posts >> Newer posts12...84858687888990919293Older posts SearchInclude comments in search Newsletter Get notified when a new post is published. Enter your e-mail Please enter an e-mail address Please enter a valid e-mail Perfect Moments Photography | A Rene Pallesen Journal Blog Portfolio Packages Contact About Home 2. April 2016 22:04 by Admin 0 Comments Eastertrip Oberon 2. April 2016 22:04 by Admin | 0 Comments TweetThis Easter we rented a small cabin out at Oberon. It was a beautiful little place on top of a hill ShareThis Easter we rented a small cabin out at Oberon. It was a beautiful little place on top of a hill with a beautiful view.The place was full of cattle, kangaroos and wombat holes (with wombats in them).Along the way we stopped at Wentworth Falls.We also went to Jenolan Caves one day.And afterwards Kanangra walls (Lucas never made the 200m walk there...too tired from all the walking. Pity, because it was the perfect spot and light for a family photo).Next day we tried going to the glow worm tunnel, but the easter crowds made us turn back once we approached the car park. So instead we went up to Blackheath to have a nice lunch and enjoy some of the lookouts.Later I tried another family photo at the cabin...very windy.Overall a nice trip and the boys had a lot of fun. 2. April 2016 21:04 by Admin
22. August 2019 13:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Aiden - awards card 22. August 2019 13:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetIt is not often that Aiden gets an award for good work at school, but when he does, he is very proudShareIt is not often that Aiden gets an award for good work at school, but when he does, he is very proud.
10. August 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Camping - Barrington Tops 10. August 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetEarlier in the year at Easter time we went camping up at Barrington Tops 5 hours drive north of SydnShareEarlier in the year at Easter time we went camping up at Barrington Tops 5 hours drive north of Sydney.It is a very tall mountain range with some excellent walks, rivers etc.We had a great weekend with friends sitting around the fire roasting marshmellows, walking and canoeing.
23. July 2019 10:07 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Kyoto - Fushimi Inari Shrine 23. July 2019 10:07 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetShare
8. July 2019 12:07 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Karate - Boys getting their red belts 8. July 2019 12:07 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetFairly recently we started the boys on Karate.We thought it would be a good activity for them to buiShareFairly recently we started the boys on Karate.We thought it would be a good activity for them to build strength, motor skills and discipline.Especially Aiden is really enjoying it and putting in the hard work at home practicing. He has become stronger throughout the classes which is great. Before we started he had almost no core strength and now he is able to do sit-ups and pushups.This weekend both Aiden and Lucas were pulled up for their first proper graduation from the white belts to the red belts and they both passed.
17. June 2019 20:06 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Bali - 2018 17. June 2019 20:06 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetPhotos from out trip to Bali with a couple of friends and kids.SharePhotos from out trip to Bali with a couple of friends and kids.
2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Japan - Osaka aquarium 2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetThe Osaka aquarium is massive and very impressive. The centre piece is the massive tank in the middlShareThe Osaka aquarium is massive and very impressive. The centre piece is the massive tank in the middle with two large whale sharks and which is also full of other sharks such as hammerheads.
2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Japan - Dontonburi Osaka 2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetTontonburi is know as the chefs/kitchen area. Here you can buy everything needed for a japanese restShareTontonburi is know as the chefs/kitchen area. Here you can buy everything needed for a japanese restaurant.It is also full of actual restaurants and other oddities such as more exotic places. It has what is known as Osaka's best Ramen restaurant (the one with the long counter in the photos below) - and Yes, the Ramen was very good.Here it is also possible to eat specialties such as the Puffa fish.It was also one of the few places where I saw real Samurai swords for sale.
2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Japan - Osaka tower 2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetBelow the Osaka tower is a restaurant area with lots of yummi food.The area was once a very modern pShareBelow the Osaka tower is a restaurant area with lots of yummi food.The area was once a very modern part of Osaka, and worth a visit during the night.
2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Japan - Osaka Castle 2. April 2019 20:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetOsaka castle is a beautiful multi story pagoda like castle inside these massive moats and ramparts wShareOsaka castle is a beautiful multi story pagoda like castle inside these massive moats and ramparts with several layers of defense.
2. April 2019 18:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Japan - Toei Film Studio Osaka 2. April 2019 18:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetIn Osaka we went to the Toei Film Studio.This is an area where they have filmed lots of traditional ShareIn Osaka we went to the Toei Film Studio.This is an area where they have filmed lots of traditional Japanese movies and where they have all the old houses and also some theaters.It is also used as a bit of an entertainment and cultural area to teach the Japanese about their culture. Surprisingly we seemed to be the only foreign tourists there and it was definitely worth the visit even though we didn't understand a word of what they were saying.
21. December 2020 13:03 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments School award 21. December 2020 13:03 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetIt is not often gets an award from school, so he is super proud when he gets a little encouragement.ShareIt is not often gets an award from school, so he is super proud when he gets a little encouragement.
16. September 2020 16:05 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Pool and Beach Photoshoot 16. September 2020 16:05 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAt Boracay I did another shoot with some beautiful models. It was a fun shoot on the beautiful beachShareAt Boracay I did another shoot with some beautiful models. It was a fun shoot on the beautiful beach and at the hotel pool.
26. July 2020 10:07 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Gold Coast 2020 26. July 2020 10:07 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetEarly in the year we made an extended weekend trip to the Gold Coast in Queensland. Main attraction ShareEarly in the year we made an extended weekend trip to the Gold Coast in Queensland. Main attraction here was for the boys to visit Movieworld and Seaworld.
19. July 2020 13:07 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Indoor boudoir with Kateriina 19. July 2020 13:07 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetThese photo are from a workshop I did with Kateriina as a model.It was mainly studio with fixed (hotShareThese photo are from a workshop I did with Kateriina as a model.It was mainly studio with fixed (hot) lights instead of strobes which I am more used to.Advantage of the fixed lights in a workshop setting is that it is easier to see what the light is like before taking the photo as well as having multiple photographers shooting at the same time.
21. June 2020 17:03 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Aidens 10th Birthday 21. June 2020 17:03 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAidens birthday was during the covid lock down.Fortunately we were still allowed to have a couple ofShareAidens birthday was during the covid lock down.Fortunately we were still allowed to have a couple of his school friends over for a little celebration (his school was still open anyhow).We decided to have it in the garden with a fire pit with roasted marshmellows, sparklers followed by cake.
5. March 2020 20:03 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Shooting - 800m range 5. March 2020 20:03 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetRecently I had the chance to visit the shooting range at Malabar headland with a group of friends.I Share Perfect Moments Photography | A Rene Pallesen Journal Blog Portfolio Packages Contact About Home 23. August 2023 20:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Driving and Various 23. August 2023 20:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetThe trip in New Zealand first landed us in Christchurch where we picked up our rental car and stayedShareThe trip in New Zealand first landed us in Christchurch where we picked up our rental car and stayed the first night.Next day we drove through Arthurs Pass to Franz Josef (a long drive) where we stayed for three nights. This was mainly so that we had a spare day in case the weather closed in and we couldn't fly to the glacier.From there we drove to Queenstown via Wanaka and the Crowns Range (another long drive). We were lucky that this was open and that snow chains weren't required.Here we stayed for 5 nights whereafter we went to Twizel near Mount Cook for two night.Lastly we drive back to Christchurch to fly out.Queenstown is a scenic place, but lost of other scenic places along the way. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Lake Pukaki chapel 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAt Lake Pukaki there is this little beautiful chapel at the lake. Again this is a really photographeShareAt Lake Pukaki there is this little beautiful chapel at the lake. Again this is a really photographed location and much more busy than I remember it. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Skiing 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAt Queenstown we did 4 days of skiing at the Remarkables.The boys did two days of lessons and were wShareAt Queenstown we did 4 days of skiing at the Remarkables.The boys did two days of lessons and were with me the other two days. Some friends of our joined us in Queenstown, so for the other days I had Tod to go with, who is a very decent snowboarder.Aiden and Lucas are both becoming good skiers, but especially Lucas is getting really good to the point where I can bring him onto black runs.Although Kim is still very much a beginner she still did two days of skiing sticking to the beginner slope where there is a 'magic carpet' lift. I did see some improvement to last year, but she is still too scared to go on the proper lifts.I bought my own ski boots last year and brought them along (my feet are not compatible with rental ski boots). 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - West coast 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetThe west coast of New Zealand is really beautiful.It is not very populated and there are not a lot oShareThe west coast of New Zealand is really beautiful.It is not very populated and there are not a lot of tourists either as it is hard to get to.We did a lot of walks in the area both around beautiful lakes and also at the beach outside Fox Glacier and Franz Josef villages. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Lake Wanaka and the famous most photographed tree. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetDriving back towards Queenstown we had to go through Wanaka. Boy, has it changed! It used to be a smShareDriving back towards Queenstown we had to go through Wanaka. Boy, has it changed! It used to be a small place with maybe fifty houses, but now it is a proper town with lots of cars and traffic.It is very scenic approaching Lake Wanaka, and the lake itself has this tree growing in the water that photographers from all around the world come here to take photos of. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Lindis Pass 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetA place that I have always found really magical is driving through the Lindis Pass.Kim doesn't thinkShareA place that I have always found really magical is driving through the Lindis Pass.Kim doesn't think much of it, but since I visited it the first time, I've alwas found the rolling hills and the colours absolutely stunning. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Glacier Tour 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetKims highlight on the trip was to go up on a real glacier.She had booked a helicopter tour that woulShareKims highlight on the trip was to go up on a real glacier.She had booked a helicopter tour that would take up up on a section of the glacier between the two major ice falls.This is a section of the glacier that Andy and I dreaded having to walk through 20 years ago when we were climbing higher up on the glacier. Mind you, back then there was probably another 100 metres of ice on top of where we landed on this day. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Castle Hill Boulders 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetDriving from Christchurch toward the west coast we passed the Castle Hills boulders.This is a phenomShareDriving from Christchurch toward the west coast we passed the Castle Hills boulders.This is a phenomenal place to go climbing if you are a good boulderer. It is also quite scenic to just go for a walk.We saw lots of people with their bouldering mats (a soft mat to land on when you are climbing). 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Mount Cook 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAt Mount Cook we did a long 10km walk to the start of the Hooker glacier. It is a beautiful walk wheShareAt Mount Cook we did a long 10km walk to the start of the Hooker glacier. It is a beautiful walk where you walk past the Tasman Glacier and Muller Glacier before you eventually come to the Hooker Glacier lake.The lake was frozen with an iceberg floating around in it. 25. December 2022 18:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Christmas Day - 2022 25. December 2022 18:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAs usual, we did a family thing at Kims sisters house.At home I had Aiden make Havregryns Kugler (oaShareAs usual, we did a family thing at Kims sisters house.At home I had Aiden make Havregryns Kugler (oat balls). << Older posts Newer posts >> Newer posts12...84858687888990919293Older posts SearchInclude comments in search Newsletter Get notified when a new post is published. Enter your e-mail Please enter an e-mail address Please enter a valid e-mail Perfect Moments Photography | A Rene Pallesen Journal Blog Portfolio Packages Contact About Home 2. April 2016 22:04 by Admin 0 Comments Eastertrip Oberon 2. April 2016 22:04 by Admin | 0 Comments TweetThis Easter we rented a small cabin out at Oberon. It was a beautiful little place on top of a hill ShareThis Easter we rented a small cabin out at Oberon. It was a beautiful little place on top of a hill with a beautiful view.The place was full of cattle, kangaroos and wombat holes (with wombats in them).Along the way we stopped at Wentworth Falls.We also went to Jenolan Caves one day.And afterwards Kanangra walls (Lucas never made the 200m walk there...too tired from all the walking. Pity, because it was the perfect spot and light for a family photo).Next day we tried going to the glow worm tunnel, but the easter crowds made us turn back once we approached the car park. So instead we went up to Blackheath to have a nice lunch and enjoy some of the lookouts.Later I tried another family photo at the cabin...very windy.Overall a nice trip and the boys had a lot of fun. 2. April 2016 21:04 by Admin
23. August 2023 20:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Driving and Various 23. August 2023 20:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetThe trip in New Zealand first landed us in Christchurch where we picked up our rental car and stayedShareThe trip in New Zealand first landed us in Christchurch where we picked up our rental car and stayed the first night.Next day we drove through Arthurs Pass to Franz Josef (a long drive) where we stayed for three nights. This was mainly so that we had a spare day in case the weather closed in and we couldn't fly to the glacier.From there we drove to Queenstown via Wanaka and the Crowns Range (another long drive). We were lucky that this was open and that snow chains weren't required.Here we stayed for 5 nights whereafter we went to Twizel near Mount Cook for two night.Lastly we drive back to Christchurch to fly out.Queenstown is a scenic place, but lost of other scenic places along the way.
23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Lake Pukaki chapel 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAt Lake Pukaki there is this little beautiful chapel at the lake. Again this is a really photographeShareAt Lake Pukaki there is this little beautiful chapel at the lake. Again this is a really photographed location and much more busy than I remember it.
23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Skiing 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAt Queenstown we did 4 days of skiing at the Remarkables.The boys did two days of lessons and were wShareAt Queenstown we did 4 days of skiing at the Remarkables.The boys did two days of lessons and were with me the other two days. Some friends of our joined us in Queenstown, so for the other days I had Tod to go with, who is a very decent snowboarder.Aiden and Lucas are both becoming good skiers, but especially Lucas is getting really good to the point where I can bring him onto black runs.Although Kim is still very much a beginner she still did two days of skiing sticking to the beginner slope where there is a 'magic carpet' lift. I did see some improvement to last year, but she is still too scared to go on the proper lifts.I bought my own ski boots last year and brought them along (my feet are not compatible with rental ski boots).
23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - West coast 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetThe west coast of New Zealand is really beautiful.It is not very populated and there are not a lot oShareThe west coast of New Zealand is really beautiful.It is not very populated and there are not a lot of tourists either as it is hard to get to.We did a lot of walks in the area both around beautiful lakes and also at the beach outside Fox Glacier and Franz Josef villages.
23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Lake Wanaka and the famous most photographed tree. 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetDriving back towards Queenstown we had to go through Wanaka. Boy, has it changed! It used to be a smShareDriving back towards Queenstown we had to go through Wanaka. Boy, has it changed! It used to be a small place with maybe fifty houses, but now it is a proper town with lots of cars and traffic.It is very scenic approaching Lake Wanaka, and the lake itself has this tree growing in the water that photographers from all around the world come here to take photos of.
23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Lindis Pass 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetA place that I have always found really magical is driving through the Lindis Pass.Kim doesn't thinkShareA place that I have always found really magical is driving through the Lindis Pass.Kim doesn't think much of it, but since I visited it the first time, I've alwas found the rolling hills and the colours absolutely stunning.
23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Glacier Tour 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetKims highlight on the trip was to go up on a real glacier.She had booked a helicopter tour that woulShareKims highlight on the trip was to go up on a real glacier.She had booked a helicopter tour that would take up up on a section of the glacier between the two major ice falls.This is a section of the glacier that Andy and I dreaded having to walk through 20 years ago when we were climbing higher up on the glacier. Mind you, back then there was probably another 100 metres of ice on top of where we landed on this day.
23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Castle Hill Boulders 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetDriving from Christchurch toward the west coast we passed the Castle Hills boulders.This is a phenomShareDriving from Christchurch toward the west coast we passed the Castle Hills boulders.This is a phenomenal place to go climbing if you are a good boulderer. It is also quite scenic to just go for a walk.We saw lots of people with their bouldering mats (a soft mat to land on when you are climbing).
23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments New Zealand 2023 - Mount Cook 23. August 2023 19:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAt Mount Cook we did a long 10km walk to the start of the Hooker glacier. It is a beautiful walk wheShareAt Mount Cook we did a long 10km walk to the start of the Hooker glacier. It is a beautiful walk where you walk past the Tasman Glacier and Muller Glacier before you eventually come to the Hooker Glacier lake.The lake was frozen with an iceberg floating around in it.
25. December 2022 18:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Christmas Day - 2022 25. December 2022 18:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAs usual, we did a family thing at Kims sisters house.At home I had Aiden make Havregryns Kugler (oaShareAs usual, we did a family thing at Kims sisters house.At home I had Aiden make Havregryns Kugler (oat balls).
2. April 2016 22:04 by Admin 0 Comments Eastertrip Oberon 2. April 2016 22:04 by Admin | 0 Comments TweetThis Easter we rented a small cabin out at Oberon. It was a beautiful little place on top of a hill ShareThis Easter we rented a small cabin out at Oberon. It was a beautiful little place on top of a hill with a beautiful view.The place was full of cattle, kangaroos and wombat holes (with wombats in them).Along the way we stopped at Wentworth Falls.We also went to Jenolan Caves one day.And afterwards Kanangra walls (Lucas never made the 200m walk there...too tired from all the walking. Pity, because it was the perfect spot and light for a family photo).Next day we tried going to the glow worm tunnel, but the easter crowds made us turn back once we approached the car park. So instead we went up to Blackheath to have a nice lunch and enjoy some of the lookouts.Later I tried another family photo at the cabin...very windy.Overall a nice trip and the boys had a lot of fun.