Fort Lytton National Park

[wigz]

Built in 1880-1881 near the mouth of the Brisbane River to protect Brisbane it remained in use until 1945, Some historical notes.

1. The main guns were under this bank with connecting tunnels and trenches. The river is further behind this.


2. Twin six pounder gun position


3. Six pounder guns


4. Pump with fort in the background


5. Power Station smokestack. Probably part of the later quarantine station.

[K1W1]

Interesting site and nice photos. The military ceratinly had a knack of picking prime real estate for their bases.

[wigz]

Thanks K1W1.

[Isac]

Stunning looking place Alan. Well portrayed in your images. Looks like a great place to visit as a photographer.

[wigz]

Thanks Isac. Yes a great place to visit but probably not in the middle of a hot and humid summer day.

I have plenty more images to inflict on you.

[Isac]

Let's see them mate!
The golden hour would produce some great shots I reckon.
Just looking at #3 again and I would have used my real-estate technique of exposure blending to get a good expsure on the inside as well as the outside view. Perhaps 3 - 5 shots (2 stops each)

[wigz]

It's only open 10am to 4pm so perhaps winter might work for golden hour..

[HansE]

Should have looked at this lot first. Particularly like the background sky in #5 Very dramatic.

[Isac]

Me too Hans - you should see how my "Add Sky Drama" action gives it more drama!

[wigz]

Thanks Hans