Night

Probably the most memorable images I have captured on my rides have been commuting home on cold winter evenings.  Especially half an hour after sunset, the light is at its most magical.  While the colder winter evenings deter a lot of cyclists from commuting in winter, I find this to be one of the most enjoyable times to cycle.

St Kilda rd - Winter brings darkness and rain. Generally I try to avoid days when rain seems likely. Sometimes my planning fails, with spectacularly rewarding results.National Gallery - The National Gallery of Victoria and Arts Centre - a late departure again has its rewards.Southbank - The last light of dusk creates a magical hue, bathing the city's skyline in a royal blueSouthbank - Gas lights turn day into night. In the cold of winter, balls of flame heat passers by on the promenade.South Wharf - The last rays of the sunset are contrasted against the lights of the Seafarers' bridge.Laverton creek - A winter sunset over Laverton creekSkeleton creek - A last opportunity to capture an image before darkness descends and I get home.