Our kids grow up so fast. Don't let these memories slip away

Capturing an adolescent cowgirl surrounded by old machinery is like blending strength with history. There’s a beautiful contrast between her youthful confidence and the rugged, weathered metal around her. The rust, textures, and worn details of the machinery tell their own story, one of hard work, tradition, and the backbone of rural life.

Against that backdrop, she stands out with her own spirit and determination, embodying the next generation of the outback. I love photographing moments like this because they honour both the past and the future, showing how her story is woven into the land and lifestyle she’s growing up in.