Virginia Woolf
Nelson
Cycling the Canopy Corridor
photograph, 2023
See more of Virginia’s work on Facebook and Instagram and at Virginia Woolf Photography.
Working closely together with the Nelson Regional Development Agency, I set out to capture an image that would highlight the beauty and serenity of the Tasman region’s rural landscapes while promoting cycling as an enjoyable and accessible activity.
Cycling the Canopy Corridor was crafted to evoke a sense of tranquility and inspiration, showcasing a unique, picturesque location that perfectly aligns with the agency’s vision for encouraging outdoor activities on the Great Taste Trail.
This photograph was one of the key deliverables that successfully met the client’s expectations and goals.
Virginia Woolf
A natural creator since she was a child, Virginia first craved to be a fashion designer, but her doubting parents made her do food science instead. Undaunted, she funneled her creative energy into creating and marketing new food products, but soon found herself in a boring corporate rut, so broke free to find her creative force again. She threw in everything to pursue her love of photography. She studied photographic design and trained as a press photographer for a national newspaper, honing her craft shooting people in all sorts of situations and from all walks of life – much of which still applies to her commercial work on outdoor adventure, lifestyle, and portrait shoots.
Her career has seen her photograph luxury resorts in Fiji, fight the advances of a Papua New Guinean chief who needed a fourth wife, eat pig entrails in Japan (followed by lots of sake), and her favourite experience so far – sleeping under the stars in the Sahara.
Adventure energises her.
Virginia is a Canon Master, one of 15 Masters in Australasia which recognise world class image creators who have perfected their craft and offer inspiration, vision, insight, and experience within the industry.
Based in sunny Nelson, she lives on a green hillside, bathed in natural light with an ever-changing view of the sea, and travels for a taste of excitement and exploration. She loves photographing people, places, and capturing the stories she finds.
Big thanks to Nancy Loves Bikes, who have the best cycling gear ever!
