Author Archives: Stephen Powell

About Stephen Powell

Stephen has been an active environmentalist working in, field work, public speaking and lobbying at all levels of government. He has spoken at school and community gatherings as well as on radio. His comments on environmental issues have appeared in newspapers and newsletters. His work has attracted a number awards, which include Wildlife Art Society of Australasia & Best Flora or Fauna-Moomba Art Show. His passion shows in his works which are in demand for galleries and as private commissions. Training: Watercolour: ‘The Botanical Art School of Melbourne’ under the internationally acclaimed Jenny Crompton (Phillips) Oil: with the gifted wildlife artist Krystii Melaine. Drawing and field sketching: with Steve Morvell He takes classes and travelled to Mitchell School of Arts to take wildlife art workshops. And the Murrumbidgee School of Creative Arts in Wagga Wagga. McGregor School Uni Southern Queensland Toowoomba. Grafton to be added in 2011.

Victoria Falls

Posted on July 8, 2008 by Stephen Powell

Back in Oz: but the blog must go on. My best intentions were not enough when it came to finding internet access and the opportunity to add updates. However the belated additions to the trip blog will be worth checking … Continue reading →

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On the road in Rwanda

Posted on July 5, 2008 by Stephen Powell

We left our village early in anticipation of a long day of travel ahead. The roads were full as usual. In the morning water for the day is collected by women and children from rivers, community pumps and dams that … Continue reading →

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Chobe

Posted on June 20, 2008 by Stephen Powell

15& 16th June Chobe: Giraffe by the score and more! Lilac-breasted Rollers seemed to be everywhere. Verreaux’s Eagle-Owl and could not resist adding one more Bateleur.  

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Okavango Delta

Posted on June 12, 2008 by Stephen Powell

            Caught up with Colleen at Joberg airport and on to Maun and then the houseboat on the Okavango Delta – Botswana. The Owl is a African Fishing Owl – another of the rare creatures … Continue reading →

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An encounter with Lions:

Posted on June 12, 2008 by Stephen Powell

We arrive just on dusk. There are 3 lions sleeping and relaxed. As the truck eases forward some raise their heads and scan the new arrivals. Most are disinterested and some just lay back down. One lioness stares intently and … Continue reading →

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Refuge – education center for wildlife.

Posted on June 2, 2008 by Stephen Powell

Took 300 shots in 40 mins. Each of these were about 1 meter away. The one winking is only 10 cm high!!!! I’ll let the images do the talking.

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A few more shots for the blog.

Posted on June 2, 2008 by Stephen Powell

Haven’t shoved any rhinos this week but have done a sleep out. 2 people at a time stood watch. Eyes and sounds all around! Saw my first leopard this shot was in fading light 1/5 sec exposure so I’m sorry … Continue reading →

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Painting

Posted on June 2, 2008 by Stephen Powell

Wild painter does some painting!!! You would think that after a 3 weeks in Africa I could have achieved more but sitting in the bush with your sketch pad can be dangerous for your health. I spent a day in … Continue reading →

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Wild painter meets preschool

Posted on May 30, 2008 by Stephen Powell

Today we went to a local preschool that is supported by Siyafunda Conservation – Makalali. Some anonymous copy right infringes blatantly infringed the copyrignt of the evil empire. The kids and their teacher seemed pleased. I may or may not … Continue reading →

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NOW CATCH AND LOAD YOUR RHINO

Posted on May 26, 2008 by Stephen Powell

We have spent a number of days trying to find the agro and randy Rhino mentioned in the last post. He escaped from an area where he was isolated from the other Rhinos, as he will kill them if he … Continue reading →

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FIRST FIND YOUR RHINOCEROS!

Posted on May 26, 2008 by Stephen Powell

To day we tracked 3 Rhinos for a couple of ks on foot. Or should I say we walked behind Patson who is one of the 6 best trackers in Africa. It might seem simple to follow several tons of … Continue reading →

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AFRICA HERE I AM!!!!!!

Posted on May 19, 2008 by Stephen Powell

The last week has been full on and managed not to prepare my update for the blog. So this will be short. On arrival in HOEDSPRUIT we were greeted at the airport by baboons on the runway and Kudu near … Continue reading →

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Africa here I come!

Posted on May 1, 2008 by Stephen Powell

Towards the end of 2007 a philanthropist couple, out of the blue, offered to fund a trip for me to Africa. No strings attached just because it makes them happy to support the dreams of others. I found my self … Continue reading →

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Kookaburra

Posted on April 30, 2008 by Stephen Powell
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Lyrebirds and Hobby

Posted on February 13, 2008 by Stephen Powell

  Just a couple of shots from a recent search for Lyrebirds & one of 400 shots taken on a successful excursion for Australian Hobby photos. Just for something different nothing bit me this time. At least that leaves my … Continue reading →

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