Noosa District State High School Year 12 student Josh Baldry is literally diving into his art, with the budding photographer capturing a magnificent sunrise at Noosa Dog Beach, while up to his neck in water.
Josh waded into the water, holding his camera above his head to capture a series of sunrise shots, which he will use in Sunshine Coast photography competitions, as well as posting them on his personal Instagram page.
“I love taking photos and capturing moments in time. It’s a passion of mine,” Josh said.
Photographs that capture a moment in an unusual light or those taken from an interesting angle are Josh’s personal preference for his snaps.
“I don’t mind putting my body on the line, like getting myself into pretty uncomfortable positions where I have to stare at the sun or get wet, if I can capture a great shot,” Josh said.
Josh has had his photographs featured on websites, with Cricket Australia using a photograph he took of a cricket ball on their Facebook page.
Copyright was a topic Josh found fascinating to learn about in his Year 12 Social and Community Studies class, which has a legal studies focus this term.
“It’s good to know that I am due some credit for my photos. Some websites don’t acknowledge me when they use my shots, but I don’t really mind that much,” Josh said.
Professional cricket playing and photography are Josh’s two great loves, and he hopes to hone his skills in both areas, turning his passions into paid employment after he completes Year 12.
