Old Shoes
As part of my ongoing effort to document the discarded items I often find in the laneway behind my apartment block, I present to you two pairs of discarded shoes. … Read the rest “Old Shoes”
Tag Surry Hills
With the exception of four years in Brisbane, I spent the first thirty years of my life in the country: Lismore, Bourke, Renmark and Wagga. When my career brought me to Sydney, I was really excited.
As I knew I didn’t want to live too far from work, I drew a “walking circle” (old style protractor) around Ultimo, that reached out to Glebe and Pyrmont, but I quickly settled on an apartment in Surry Hills. And even though I’m a country boy at heart, Surry Hills has pretty much become “home”.
The Old Matresss
Casting out an old matress must be a dramatic thing to do. You spend eight hours a night on the matress – unless of course, you fall asleep on the … Read the rest “The Old Matresss”
The Old Fridge
I noticed this fridge in Wiltshire Lane over the weekend, and it was there again this afternoon when I arrived home. I’m surprised that no one has picked it up … Read the rest “The Old Fridge”
The Old Suitcase
I’ve always been fascinated by discarded items, items left in the street for rubbish collection or for someone else to pick up and take home. This is especially the case … Read the rest “The Old Suitcase”
Bird, Cow, Fish, Horse
Damo and I had a drink or two tonight (later joined by Michaela) at the White Horse Hotel. We used to go there in the old days when it was … Read the rest “Bird, Cow, Fish, Horse”
Sunlight Streaming
Wandering up to meet my friend John at Taylor Square (we ended up having a beer at the Bentley Bar) this afternoon I couldn’t help but notice the beautiful sunlight … Read the rest “Sunlight Streaming”