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    Katherine Gorge

    Oct 18, 2020 3 minutes
    By Wayne Phillip

    When travelling with my wife through the Northern Territory we were lucky enough to visit Katherine Gorge. I took a photo of this scene of kayaks and canoes moored in the gorge, showing the contrast of nature and man-made, thinking one day it may make a great painting. After becoming more confident with oils I decided to take up the challenge and give it a go. Every time I look at this scene it reminds me of the peace and tranquillity of paddling through this wonderful landscape knowing that our presence would have minimal impact

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