After some very blustery, chilly, almost back to Winter (!) weather recently Sydney has settled down into glorious pre-Summer warmth and sunshine. This is the perfect weather for jacarandas. Apparently jacarandas adore hot weather. In fact, the hotter the better. I think it's because they know how lovely they look against a clear blue sky!
This photo was taken on a recent walk which included Point Piper which is a super swish and exclusive part of suburban Sydney. I love walking around there "ooohhing" and "aahhing" at all the grand mansions and the spectacular harbour views!
Shadow Shot Sunday is the brain child of Tracy of Hey Harriet! If you'd like to see more shadows from around the world and even join in you are most welcome!
Hope everyone is having a marvelous Sunday!
Oh, I love your sunshine, blue skies, green hedges, the jacaranda and wonderful shadows!! Can you tell I'm already tired of winter????? Hope you're enjoying a great weekend, Sam!!
Sylvia
Posted by: Sylvia Kirkwood | November 21, 2010 at 08:11 AM
The jacarandas are beautiful anytime but you're right, against the blue they are at their best.
Posted by: Martha Z | November 21, 2010 at 08:29 AM
That is a lovely neighborhood! Beautifully manicured in shrub and lawn, the views of the water are stunning, too. Too rich for me to live there, I will just admire this wonderful place!
Posted by: Ralph | November 21, 2010 at 10:08 AM
i agree about the jacarandas!! so gorgeous!! i couldn't resist putting pics of a few on my blog, too!! :)
Posted by: KIM | November 21, 2010 at 10:20 AM
what a lovely shot!
Green Bottle Shadows
Posted by: Nostalgic Marveling | November 21, 2010 at 10:56 AM
Oh that is just so perfect and clean cut and sunny! It has been grey all day today- I took some photos this morning but they were grey day photos. I love the brightness in yours!
Posted by: Sarah | November 21, 2010 at 11:53 AM
Oooh how lovely! The jacarandas sure do look spectacular against a blue sky! I've not heard of Point Piper but it does sound swish! I always enjoy strolling around swanky neighbourhoods dreaming of owning one of the glorious mansions. And then walking away depressed because it's only a dream...
Thanks for asking how the BrisStyle market went. I didn't have a stall there but as far as I could tell all the participating members did quite well. One day I may set up a stall at one of the BrisStyle events but markets look like a lot of hard work to me! I think I much prefer to just soak up the atomosphere as a shopper :)
Hope you've had a lovely weekend Sam and the week ahead treats you well! xo
Posted by: Tracy | November 21, 2010 at 06:02 PM
Oh how lovely! I don't believe there's a lot of jacarandas in NZ but I could be wrong. I also like to wander around in the more rarified suburbs. They often have the prettiest houses and gardens.
Posted by: ondressingup | November 21, 2010 at 06:38 PM
wonderful strong shadow in this photo, I too love jacaranda trees.
Posted by: Marilyn | November 21, 2010 at 07:21 PM
Great photo. Interesting post too. I learned something here.
Have a nice day, Boonie
Posted by: Boonie | November 21, 2010 at 11:49 PM
what a beautiful land you live in. just gorgeous. everything always looks so lush!!!
i hope your weekend has been splendid!
xoxo
Posted by: Kathleen | November 22, 2010 at 03:16 AM
My, that is a beautiful tree and shadow. I'd like to stroll along those streets too!
Posted by: Alissa | November 22, 2010 at 06:34 AM
Love the Jakaranda Tree. I always wanted such a tree while living in Phoenix, but all we had were 2 giant Eucalyptus trees. Such a beautiful ShadowShot!
Posted by: Cassie (from farrr N.idaho) | November 23, 2010 at 01:49 PM
Jacarandas are one of the trees I love in the desert here in the USA. What a lovely view--oh to be swishy rich...
Posted by: Teri and the cats of Furrydance | November 28, 2010 at 10:20 AM