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Kev Peirce
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Photographer based in Adelaide, Australia — capturing landscapes, light, and the quiet poetry of place. I also run the Gardens of the Silent cemetery photos page and I am the other half of 2 Peeps and a Camera.

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Sunny spray and gentle falls - nature's own soundtrack.

Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #tasmania #WaterFeature #Launceston #GardenDesign #WaterFountain
Detailed view of a rocky, multi tiered water feature with a small cascade and a fountain jet spraying up from the pool below. The rocks are surrounded by lush green foliage and a piece of deadwood.
November 26, 2025 at 2:16 AM
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The Rusting Relic: Stock Carriage on the Murray Plains.

Murray Bridge, South Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #southaustralia #MurrayBridge #StockCarriage #BlackAndWhitePhotography #Monochrome
A low angle, black and white photograph of an old, decommissioned wooden railway stock carriage with slatted sides, sitting in a field of dry grass and weeds The carriage is showing signs of age and wear. The carriage has a letter 'R' painted on a sign near the centre. The background features sparse trees and a bright sky with wispy clouds. Photo by Kev Peirce.
November 26, 2025 at 12:18 AM
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The railway meets the harbour: Strahan's historic waterfront.

Strahan, Tasmania, Tasmania.

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#photo #photography #australia #tasmania #StrahanTasmania #WestCoastTasmania #MacquarieHarbour #Strahan #Waterfront #TasmanianScenery
An elevated, distant shot of the Strahan train station complex nestled right on the edge of a calm, reflective body of water, likely Macquarie Harbour. The station buildings feature terracotta roofs and a preserved red train is parked on the tracks. The area is bordered by a rock sea wall and lush, dark green forest on the left, with other commercial buildings visible further along the waterfront road. The water is smooth and reflects the trees and distant landmass.
November 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Layers of the landscape.

Mannum, South Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #southaustralia #Mannum #AustralianLandscape #RollingHills #RuralScene #CountryViews
A wide angle landscape photograph featuring three distinct horizontal layers. The foreground is a vast, bright green paddock with a small, dark bird visible in a patch of dry dirt near the bottom center. The middle ground is a dark band of dense, low lying trees. The background features hazy, rolling brown hills under a wide expanse of dramatic, grey and white cloudy sky.
November 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Semaphore Pier stretching into the clear Gulf St Vincent.

Semaphore, South Australia.

© 𝓐𝓵𝓵 𝓡𝓲𝓰𝓱𝓽𝓼 𝓡𝓮𝓼𝓮𝓻𝓿𝓮𝓭 𝓫𝔂 𝓚𝓮𝓿 𝓟𝓮𝓲𝓻𝓬𝓮.

#photo #photography #australia #southaustralia #CoastalViews #AustralianBeaches #pier #Seaside
A tranquil colour photograph capturing the wide, sandy beach and the historic Semaphore Pier in Adelaide, South Australia. The long, horizontal pier extends over the turquoise water of Gulf St Vincent into the distance under a vast, cloudless light blue sky. The foreground is dominated by the pale, sun-drenched sand, with the water gently lapping the shore.
November 25, 2025 at 12:15 AM
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Wilderness views and open skies at Tasmania's Great Lakes.

Great Lakes, Tasmania, Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #tasmania #GreatLakesTasmania #LandscapePhotography #AustralianBush #WildernessPhotography
A wide, horizontal landscape photo of a large, golden brown grassy field in the foreground, leading towards a calm, blue gray lake in the middle ground. On the far side of the lake, low hills are visible under a bright blue sky dotted with scattered white cumulus clouds. The field is bordered by dense eucalyptus trees and shrubs on the right and left. The overall scene conveys a vast, slightly rustic, high country wilderness feel.
November 24, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Echoes of industry. Where the old railway lines meet the Tasmanian sky.

Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #tasmania #Launceston #OldRailway #BlackAndWhitePhotography #Monochrome #UrbanDecay
Black and white photograph of the Launceston Old Railway Workshops. The foreground is dominated by a sharply curving railway track running parallel to a long, corrugated metal fence that reflects the bright light. Behind the fence, several large, old railway maintenance sheds and industrial buildings with corrugated iron roofs rise up against a clear, bright sky.
November 24, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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Rusty rails and changing lines at the Launceston rail yard.

Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #tasmania #RailroadSwitch #TrainTracks #RailYard #IndustrialDecay
A high angle photo looking down the centre of three rusty, disused railway tracks converging at a switch in a gravel yard. The two foreground tracks are flanked by concrete slabs. In the background, there is a low, pale green shed on the left, an old carriage on a siding, and trees with red and orange autumn foliage against a hill.
November 24, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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Spot my shadow, it's the tall one. 😀

Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #tasmania #Launceston #TrailWalking #LandscapePhotography #CityView #Horizon
A wide, coloured landscape photograph showing a long, straight gravel path receding directly into the distance between two gently sloping grassy embankments. The path appears to be on an elevated strip of land. In the background, the houses of Launceston stretch across the low hills under a bright blue sky. A large shadow is cast in the lower right corner.
November 24, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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A field of daisies under the watchful gaze of the town's communication tower

Dumbleyung, Western Australia

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#photo #photography #australia #westernaustralia #RuralAustralia #Wildflowers #Daisies #BlackAndWhitePhotography #Monochrome
A wide, black and white photograph of a flowering field in the country town of Dumbleyung. In the immediate foreground, the ground is rough gravel and dirt, leading to a large expanse covered densely with small white and black daisies. Beyond the field, a row of green trees and bushes separates the foreground from the houses and buildings of the town. A distinctive, tall, latticed communication or mobile phone tower stands in the center right background, rising above the low rooflines. The sky is bright and clear, creating a high contrast rural scene.
November 23, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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A peaceful, historic home nestled amongst the towering trees of Port Arthur.

Port Arthur, Tasmania, Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #tasmania #PortArthur #AustralianBush #CountryLife
A photograph of a small, one story white and cream cottage with a dark green trim, featuring a brick chimney and a small set of dark green stairs leading to the front door. The house is situated on a grassy slope, backed by a dense, dark forest of tall trees. A vehicle is partially visible parked on the right side of the house. The foreground shows various shrubs and trees, with a distinctive light barked tree framing the right side of the image.
November 23, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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Lavender blooms brightly, a fragrant tribute against the stone.

© 𝓐𝓵𝓵 𝓡𝓲𝓰𝓱𝓽𝓼 𝓡𝓮𝓼𝓮𝓻𝓿𝓮𝓭 𝓫𝔂 𝓚𝓮𝓿 𝓟𝓮𝓲𝓻𝓬𝓮.

(No, I didn't post it to the wrong account. It's all about the lavendar). 🌼😀

#photo #photography #australia #southaustralia #CemeteryPhotography #GraveSite #Memorial #Cemetery #NaturePhotography
Close up, slightly soft focus photograph of a large, vibrant bush of purple lavender growing on a granite grave site in a cemetery. The lavender dominates the center of the frame, obscuring part of the dark headstone which has gold lettering visible. The foreground shows the coarse granite curbing of the plot. The background is blurred, suggesting a sunny day.
November 23, 2025 at 6:46 AM
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Rolling South Australian hills under an expansive sky.

Wirrabara, South Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #southaustralia #AustralianLandscape #RuralScenery #RollingHills #Farmland #NaturePhotography
A scenic colour photograph of a deep Australian landscape. The foreground is a flat, dry, grassy field partially visible behind a fence. A dense band of dark green trees runs across the middle ground. Beyond this, the land transitions into a patchwork of harvested and golden fields, leading up to distant rolling hills dotted with eucalyptus trees. A clear blue sky dominates the upper third, featuring a dramatic horizontal band of bright, white cumulus clouds.
November 23, 2025 at 2:57 AM
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The tangled history of the land, etched in wood.

Wirrabara, South Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #southaustralia #BlackAndWhite #Monochrome #AustralianLandscape #TreePhotography
A highly textured, dark black and white photograph focusing on a dense thicket of gnarled, dead, and twisted tree trunks and branches in the foreground, creating a chaotic and powerful composition. A portion of a living, textured tree trunk is visible on the far left. The stark silhouettes of the wood contrast sharply with the expansive, open grassy field that stretches flatly to the horizon under a bright sky with scattered clouds.
November 22, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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Pinnacle of Penitence.

Port Arthur, Tasmania, Australia.

© 𝓐𝓵𝓵 𝓡𝓲𝓰𝓱𝓽𝓼 𝓡𝓮𝓼𝓮𝓻𝓿𝓮𝓭 𝓫𝔂 𝓚𝓮𝓿 𝓟𝓮𝓲𝓻𝓬𝓮.

#photo #photography #australia #tasmania #PortArthur #HistoricRuins #ConvictHistory #Spire #GothicArchitecture #BlackAndWhite #BnWPhotography #ArchitecturalDetail
The image focuses tightly on the brick gable end and central stone spire of a historic ruined building, likely the church or main structure at Port Arthur, Tasmania. The rough, textured brickwork fills the base of the frame, converging into a central stone spire that points dramatically upwards into a bright, cloudy sky.
November 22, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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Pink Sky Over the Strahan Jetty.

Strahan, Tasmania, Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #tasmania #Strahan #WestCoastTasmania #HarbourViews #FishingBoats #PinkSunset #AustraliaPhotography #Waterfront
A tranquil, wide angle photograph of the historic Strahan waterfront at sunset. Fishing boats and larger vessels are moored at a jetty reflected in the calm, smooth waters of the harbour. The sky above is dominated by soft, expansive pink and gold hues. A grassy park and a commemorative stone monument are visible in the foreground. Photo by Kev Peirce.
November 22, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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The soul of a river town captured in monochrome.

Morgan, South Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #southaustralia #MorganSA #Riverland #HistoricPub #BlackAndWhitePhotography #Monochrome #AustralianHistory #RuralAustralia
A black and white photograph by Kev Peirce shows the historic streetscape of Morgan, South Australia. The image features a wide, dusty foreground leading to two classic Australian buildings: a single story shop on the left and a two story pub, the Morgan Wharf Hotel (formerly the Commercial Hotel), on the right. A prominent, nearly bare tree stands in the centre foreground, and a picnic bench is visible near the bottom edge. Cars and a caravan are parked outside the pub under a cloudy sky.
November 22, 2025 at 4:30 AM
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A step back in time: Capturing the intricate details and classic elegance of the 19th century bedrooms at Martindale Hall.

Mintaro, South Australia.

© 𝓐𝓵𝓵 𝓡𝓲𝓰𝓱𝓽𝓼 𝓡𝓮𝓼𝓮𝓻𝓿𝓮𝓭 𝓫𝔂 𝓚𝓮𝓿 𝓟𝓮𝓲𝓻𝓬𝓮.

#photo #photography #australia #southaustralia #MartindaleHall #SouthAustraliaHistory #HistoricHouse
A well preserved Victorian era bedroom at Martindale Hall. The room features dark teal and white patterned wallpaper, polished wooden floorboards, and tall windows with wooden blinds casting long shadows. On the left is a white wrought iron bed with white linens. To the right, a rich wooden dressing table with an ornate mirror holds various grooming items and reflects the bed. The door in the centre is open, leading to another richly decorated room bathed in natural light. The photograph is signed Kev Peirce.
November 22, 2025 at 12:23 AM
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An ancient stump holds fast against the ebb and flow.

Sarah Island, Tasmania, Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #tasmania #WaterReflections #MacquarieHarbour #WeatheredWood #MoodyNature
A close up shot of a dark, gnarled piece of weathered driftwood or a stump partially submerged in calm, deep blue water. The water has soft ripples, creating a clear reflection of the wood and the sky. Another, longer log is visible extending into the water in the upper right background.
November 21, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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Arching History: Murray Bridge Rail Bridge in Monochrome.

Murray Bridge, South Australia.

© 𝓐𝓵𝓵 𝓡𝓲𝓰𝓱𝓽𝓼 𝓡𝓮𝓼𝓮𝓻𝓿𝓮𝓭 𝓫𝔂 𝓚𝓮𝓿 𝓟𝓮𝓲𝓻𝓬𝓮.

#photo #photography #australia #southaustralia #MurrayBridge #RiverMurray #BlackAndWhitePhotography #Monochrome
A black and white photograph of the historic Murray Bridge Rail Bridge spanning the wide, calm River Murray in South Australia. The bridge, characterized by its distinctive repetitive arched ironwork, stretches across the centre frame. In the foreground on the right, a wooden jetty and walking path extends over the gravel and bank beside the water. The sky is bright and clear. Photo by Kev Peirce.
November 21, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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Solitude in Macquarie Harbour: The Little Island Reflection

Macquarie Harbour, Tasmania, Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #tasmania #MacquarieHarbour #Tasmania #WestCoastTasmania #NaturePhotography #TasmanianWilderness
A tranquil, wide shot photograph of a small, dome shaped rocky island covered in dense green scrub and trees, resting in the smooth, mirror like blue waters of Macquarie Harbour. The island's reflection is perfectly cast on the surface of the water, and the distant shore, covered in forest, sits under a bright blue sky with scattered white clouds. Photo by Kev Peirce.
November 21, 2025 at 5:56 AM
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The scale of extraction: Deep into the open cut mine at Leigh Creek.

Leigh Creek, South Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #southaustralia #OpenCutMine #CoalMine #MiningLandscape #LeighCreek #MinePit
A panoramic, wide angle photograph in colour, signed by Kev Peirce, showing a massive open cut mine. The image captures the immense scale of the excavation, with distinct, stepped layers (benches) visible along the sides of the pit, highlighting the geology and mining method. The base of the mine is a mix of dark, excavated material and two pools of stagnant, yellowish green water. The surrounding landscape is arid and flat under a clear, pale blue sky, emphasising the isolation and the environmental impact of the operation.
November 21, 2025 at 1:31 AM
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The opulent main staircase and chandelier of Martindale Hall, captured from above in timeless black and white.

Mintaro, South Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #southaustralia #MartindaleHall #GrandStaircase #BlackAndWhite
An overhead, high angle, black and white photograph looking down into the main hall and stairwell of Martindale Hall. The image is dominated by a brightly lit, multi bulb chandelier hanging centrally. To the left, a grand, dark wooden staircase covered in a patterned carpet descends. Below the chandelier, the floor features a striking zigzag parquet pattern, partially covered by a large, ornate area rug. The walls, panelled in wainscoting, display framed paintings and wall sconces. The photograph captures the symmetrical grandeur of the entrance space. The photograph is signed Kev Peirce.
November 20, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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Shaping the earth.

Leigh Creek, South Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #southaustralia #FrontEndLoader #MiningEquipment #IndustrialLandscape #LeighCreek #BlackAndWhitePhotography #Monochrome #HeavyMachinery
A wide view, black and white photograph signed by Kev Peirce. A massive front end wheel loader is positioned centrally on a heavily churned, muddy, and dark earth surface. Its large bucket rests on the ground to the left. To the right, a long, dark industrial structure, possibly a conveyor system or processing plant, dominates the background. A utility pole stands near the structure. The composition emphasises the heavy, industrial nature of the site and the contrast between the machine and the facility.
November 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Gothic drama under a cloudy sky.

Christ Church, Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.

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#photo #photography #australia #tasmania #Launceston #Tasmania #Church #BlackAndWhitePhoto #Monochrome #ArchitecturePhotography
A striking black and white, low angle photograph of a historic church in Launceston, Tasmania. The building is constructed of dark brick in a Gothic Revival style, featuring steep slate roofs, buttresses, and tall, narrow arched windows. A small spire topped with a cross rises from the center of the roofline. The dramatic sky is filled with heavy, textured clouds, creating a strong contrast with the architecture. A modern streetlamp and some dark foliage are visible on the left side, slightly framing the building.
November 19, 2025 at 8:00 PM