Australia's Coast from the Air DVD (available in NTSC and PAL).
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Australia From The Air: Lighthouses
Some of my most popular posts have been about lighthouses when I was photographing Australia from the air. Here are just three posts about lighthouses in New South Wales, Tasmania and Victoria. Check out the other posts by clicking on "lighthouses" on the left in the Topics list. Be sure to check out my DVD "Australia's Coast from the Air" in which two of these appear.
Australia's Coast from the Air DVD (available in NTSC and PAL).
Australia's Coast from the Air DVD (available in NTSC and PAL).
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Isle of Wight's Needles Lighthouse Makes a Point off the Coast of England
The Needles Lighthouse, off the Isle of Wight, England, was one of the "must see" lighthouses that I had to visit when in the United Kingdom.
It was built in 1859 by Trinity House to safeguard not only shipping travelling to Portsmouth and Southampton along the Solent but also shipping in the English Channel.
The present Needles Lighthouse is situated in the western corner of the island, off the south coast of the English mainland. It’s impressive, not only because of its location at the end of the rugged Needles rock formations jutting out of the sea, but also because of the helipad (built in 1987) on top of it.
Here's the link to the rest of the article on HubPages. It has more photos, videos, maps and information for you to enjoy.
It was built in 1859 by Trinity House to safeguard not only shipping travelling to Portsmouth and Southampton along the Solent but also shipping in the English Channel.
The present Needles Lighthouse is situated in the western corner of the island, off the south coast of the English mainland. It’s impressive, not only because of its location at the end of the rugged Needles rock formations jutting out of the sea, but also because of the helipad (built in 1987) on top of it.
Here's the link to the rest of the article on HubPages. It has more photos, videos, maps and information for you to enjoy.
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Have a Go: Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained
"Have a go" is the August issue of the "Pilot Your Life" newsletter. Just email me at fran@franwest.com if you'd like to subscribe to the free monthly email newsletter (or use the "Subscribe by email" link at the bottom of this post). The newsletters usually have photos to illustrate the point and often a free destop wallpaper is offered when emailing a comment back to me. My own desktop wallpaper for this month has been of course the horse and rider "flying" over the jump.
Saturday, September 3, 2011
Lake Powell, Arizona/Utah, has the Seal of Approval
Lake Powell, in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, has got the "Seal of Approval"! However, you do have to use your imagination a bit.
At Wahweap, I managed to take two boat trips on Lake Powell, exploring the canyons, visiting Rainbow Bridge and cruising around this vast and magnificent lake. Perhaps the attraction isn't so much Lake Powell itself but the rock formations around the edge.
This particular rock formation is really only visible from water level whereas many of the others are more obvious from the air when gaining a bird's eye view.
You will have to zoom in on the photo to enlarge the "seal" on the right hand side of the picture just above the water's edge.
Cruising on Lake Powell and manoeuvring through the canyons is one activity you have to put on your list of "must do" tours. The boat captains are very skilled and well versed in the history, culture and geology of their patch. They also have a great imagination, a wicked sense of humour and an eye for the unique beauty of the area.
Looking up at these great hunks of rock really brings home the fact that we're just tiny specks compared to the vastness of nature. Quite a humbling experience.
Here's more information on Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
At Wahweap, I managed to take two boat trips on Lake Powell, exploring the canyons, visiting Rainbow Bridge and cruising around this vast and magnificent lake. Perhaps the attraction isn't so much Lake Powell itself but the rock formations around the edge.
This particular rock formation is really only visible from water level whereas many of the others are more obvious from the air when gaining a bird's eye view.
You will have to zoom in on the photo to enlarge the "seal" on the right hand side of the picture just above the water's edge.
Cruising on Lake Powell and manoeuvring through the canyons is one activity you have to put on your list of "must do" tours. The boat captains are very skilled and well versed in the history, culture and geology of their patch. They also have a great imagination, a wicked sense of humour and an eye for the unique beauty of the area.
Looking up at these great hunks of rock really brings home the fact that we're just tiny specks compared to the vastness of nature. Quite a humbling experience.
Here's more information on Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Take Every Opportunity That Comes Your Way
"Take Every Opportunity That Comes Your Way" is the July issue of the "Pilot Your Life" newsletter. Just email me at fran@franwest.com if you'd like to subscribe to the free monthly email newsletter (or use the "Subscribe by email" link at the bottom of this post). July's issue has just been published in www.ezinearticles.com. The newsletters usually have photos to illustrate the point and often a free destop wallpaper is offered when emailing a comment back to me. My own desktop wallpaper for this month has been of course Balmoral Castle in Scotland.
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
How to Pilot Your Business and Navigate Your Way to Success - Ebook
"How to Pilot Your Business and Navigate Your Way to Success" is now available as a downloadable ebook.
Here's some information.
"In this guide you will find ten pointers for piloting your business and navigating your way to success. These pointers are based on Fran’s flying experiences both as a pilot and as a passenger.
Fran West has certainly achieved success following her dreams and reaching her goals. She is an award-winning pilot, adventurer, author, photographer and motivational speaker.
After a radical career change in 1999, Fran became the first woman pilot to fly a light aircraft around the coast of mainland Australia and Tasmania during Oz Flight ’99.
With a background in management, local and state government, and small business, she’s observed that there are many parallels between flying and business. Fran’s lived the adventures, learnt lessons from them and put those lessons into practice.
Now she wants others to share in and benefit from her knowledge and experience. So, use these pointers to help you to be successful and your business to soar."
Review:
"Fran West has used the metaphor of flying a plane around Australia as a beautiful way of illustrating how to achieve your goals in life; whether business or personal.
Her photos are stunning and her dedication to achieving her own goals is admirable. We need more role models in this world like Fran."
Hilary Thompson
The Out and About Therapist
http://www.theoutandabouttherapist.comOnce payment is received, "How to pilot your business and navigate your way to success" will be emailed to you.
Here's some information.
"In this guide you will find ten pointers for piloting your business and navigating your way to success. These pointers are based on Fran’s flying experiences both as a pilot and as a passenger.
Fran West has certainly achieved success following her dreams and reaching her goals. She is an award-winning pilot, adventurer, author, photographer and motivational speaker.
After a radical career change in 1999, Fran became the first woman pilot to fly a light aircraft around the coast of mainland Australia and Tasmania during Oz Flight ’99.
With a background in management, local and state government, and small business, she’s observed that there are many parallels between flying and business. Fran’s lived the adventures, learnt lessons from them and put those lessons into practice.
Now she wants others to share in and benefit from her knowledge and experience. So, use these pointers to help you to be successful and your business to soar."
Review:
"Fran West has used the metaphor of flying a plane around Australia as a beautiful way of illustrating how to achieve your goals in life; whether business or personal.
Her photos are stunning and her dedication to achieving her own goals is admirable. We need more role models in this world like Fran."
Hilary Thompson
The Out and About Therapist
http://www.theoutandabouttherapist.comOnce payment is received, "How to pilot your business and navigate your way to success" will be emailed to you.
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Father's Day Gifts: Blokey DVDs and Photo Downloads
Father's Day (Australia and New Zealand) is almost here and if you're looking for a great gift for Dad consider these.
"Outback Adventure", "Australia's Coast from the Air", "Awesome Aviation", Float Planes of Alaska", "Maritime Mix", "Marvellous Machinery", "Tasmania's Overland Track" and "Wonderful Wheels" DVDs are ideal (very blokey!). They're also very good to relax with and reminisce.
Have a look at snippets of the DVDs here.
Maybe a photo download would be more suitable or even complement one of the DVDs. Check out the Photo Downloads page.
If you order as soon as possible via the website you may be able to receive the DVDs before Father's Day. Downloads are easier because they're sent via email.
So, order now to avoid dissapointment!
"Outback Adventure", "Australia's Coast from the Air", "Awesome Aviation", Float Planes of Alaska", "Maritime Mix", "Marvellous Machinery", "Tasmania's Overland Track" and "Wonderful Wheels" DVDs are ideal (very blokey!). They're also very good to relax with and reminisce.
Have a look at snippets of the DVDs here.
Maybe a photo download would be more suitable or even complement one of the DVDs. Check out the Photo Downloads page.
If you order as soon as possible via the website you may be able to receive the DVDs before Father's Day. Downloads are easier because they're sent via email.
So, order now to avoid dissapointment!
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