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Canberra Photography - Australia's Capital in Pictures

Exploring Canberra's Scenic Landscapes, Architecture, and Culture

Canberra Sunrise - Fine art print of Lake Burley Griffin, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia - The Rond Terraces are situated at the southern end of Anzac Parade on the northern foreshore of Lake Burley Griffin's Central Basin. They adjoin Commonwealth Park and Kings Park and are superbly located with views across the Lake Burley Griffin to Parliament House, High Court of Australia, National Library of Australia, National Carillon and Commonwealth Place. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0001

Canberra Sunrise
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Canberra at Sunset from Mount Ainslie - Fine art print of Canberra, ACT, Australia - The Mount Ainslie lookout offers a stunning view of the Canberra city and the surrounding mountain ranges. From here you will clearly see the geometry of the capital's design. During autumn this is the best place to see the capital's stunning array of natural colours. It's especially beautiful at sunset. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0002

Canberra at Sunset from Mount Ainslie
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Lake Burley Griffin with Commonwealth Avenue Bridge and Telstra Tower - Fine art print of Canberra, ACT, Australia - Lake Burley Griffin with Commonwealth Avenue Bridge and Telstra Tower early in the morning in Canberra, ACT, Australia. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0003

Lake Burley Griffin with Commonwealth Avenue Bridge and Telstra Tower
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Queen Elizabeth Terrace and Lake Burley Griffin at Sunrise - Fine art print of Canberra, ACT, Australia - Panoramic image of first morning light at Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Lake Burley Griffin, Commonwealth Avenue Bridge and Telstra Tower in Canberra, ACT, Australia. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0004

Queen Elizabeth Terrace and Lake Burley Griffin at Sunrise
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Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Lake Burley Griffin and High Court of Australia in the Morning - Fine art print of Canberra, ACT, Australia - Panoramic image of Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Lake Burley Griffin and High Court of Australia early in the Morning. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0005

Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Lake Burley Griffin and High Court of Australia in the Morning
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Lake Burley Griffin with Commonwealth Avenue Bridge and Telstra Tower - Fine art print of Canberra, ACT, Australia - Lake Burley Griffin with Commonwealth Avenue Bridge and Telstra Tower early in the morning in Canberra, ACT, Australia. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0006

Lake Burley Griffin with Commonwealth Avenue Bridge and Telstra Tower
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National Carillon and Lake Burley Griffin at Sunrise - Fine art print of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia - Located on Queen Elizabeth II Island (formerly known as Aspen Island), Lake Burley Griffin, the National Carillon was a gift from the British Government to the people of Australia to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the national capital. Carillons have a minimum of 23 bells. With 57 bronze bells the National Carillon is large by world standards. The pitch of the bells ranges chromatically through four and one half octaves. The bells each weigh between seven kilograms and six tonnes. Cast in England by John Taylor & Co of Loughborough, they are fine examples of the art of bellfounding. With the tower rising to a height of 50 metres, this allows the music of the bells to drift across Lake Burley Griffin and through Kings and Commonwealth Parks. The tower is lit at night, providing a magnificent landmark in the national capital. The best location to listen to the National Carillon is anywhere with an unobstructed view of the tower, within a radius of about 100 metres. The carillonist may be greeted at the base of the tower approximately five minutes after the recital. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0007

National Carillon and Lake Burley Griffin at Sunrise
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Commonwealth Bridge at Dawn - Fine art print of Canberra, ACT, Australia - Commonwealth Avenue is a major road in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. It connects Civic with South Canberra. Specifically, it runs between City Hill and Capital Hill. The first Commonwealth Avenue Bridge was constructed in 1928. It replaced a ford across the Molonglo River. The road crosses Lake Burley Griffin over the Commonwealth Bridge. The Commonwealth Bridge is a part of a popular 'bridge to bridge' walk - Commonwealth Bridge to Kings Avenue Bridge. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0008

Commonwealth Bridge at Dawn
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Commonwealth Bridge at Sunrise - Fine art print of Canberra, ACT, Australia - Bridge to bridge in Canberra basically means walking or strolling or jogging or running or cycling or even segueing around the central portion of Lake Burley Griffin and walking along the Commonwealth Avenue and Kings Avenue Bridges. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0009

Commonwealth Bridge at Sunrise
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Black Mountain and Telstra Tower at Sunset - Fine art print of Canberra, ACT, Australia - Panoramic image of Black Mountain and Telstra Tower at Sunset in Canberra, ACT, Australia. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0010

Black Mountain and Telstra Tower at Sunset
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Commonwealth Bridge at Sunrise - Fine art print of Canberra, ACT, Australia - The Bridge is one of two major bridges crossing Lake Burley Griffin and is a critical component of the transport network of Canberra and the Australian Capital Territory overall. The Bridge also has considerable cultural and heritage value. The Bridge was built in the early 1960s. Since its opening, patronage on the Bridge has grown substantially. Current traffic on the Bridge makes it one of the busiest transport assets in Canberra. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0011

Commonwealth Bridge at Sunrise
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Sunset over Black Mountain and Telstra Tower - Fine art print of Canberra, ACT, Australia - Vivid Sunset over the Black Mountain and Telstra Tower at Sunset in Canberra, ACT, Australia. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0012

Sunset over Black Mountain and Telstra Tower
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Parliament House at Sunset - Fine art print of Capital Hill, Canberra, ACT, Australia - Parliament House, also referred to as Capital Hill or simply Parliament, is the meeting place of the Parliament of Australia, and the seat of the legislative branch of the Australian Government. Located in Canberra, the Parliament building is situated on the southern apex of the Parliamentary Triangle atop Capital Hill, at the meeting point of Commonwealth, Adelaide, Canberra and Kings Avenue enclosed by the State Circle. Parliament House was designed by Mitchell-Giurgola & Thorp Architects and it was opened on 9 May 1988 by Elizabeth II, Queen of Australia. The principal design of the structure is based on the shape of two boomerangs and is topped by an 81-metre (266 ft) flagpole. The flag above Parliament House is one of the biggest in Australia, measuring 12.8 metres by 6.4 metres. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0013

Parliament House at Sunset
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National Carillon - Fine art print of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia - The National Carillon is a striking 50 metre tall architectural landmark, situated on Queen Elizabeth II Island (formerly known as Aspen Island) in central Canberra, Australia. It is also an impressive musical instrument with 55 bronze bells, each weighing between seven kilograms and six tonnes. Aspen Island is the perfect place to enjoy one of the regular carillon recitals, have a picnic or just enjoy the magnificent views of Lake Burley Griffin. The National Carillon was a gift of the British Government to the people of Australia in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the National Capital. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0014

National Carillon
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Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Lake Burley Griffin and High Court of Australia in the Morning - Fine art print of Canberra, ACT, Australia - Queen Elizabeth Terrace is the name of the road along the main foreshore of Lake Burley Griffin. Originally part of Parkes Place, this stretch of waterfront was renamed in 2012, with The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall officially opening the road in honour of Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Queen Elizabeth Terrace is a meeting place, an exercise route, a children's scooter-riding path and a social hub of the Parliamentary Triangle. It should be the first stop for any tourists visiting the city to take in the views and enjoy this lakeside, peaceful setting. It is also a handy location to start exploring the many museums and attractions nearby. Although a short stretch of road, Queen Elizabeth Terrace has a number of attractions located within it for visitors to enjoy. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0015

Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Lake Burley Griffin and High Court of Australia in the Morning
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Queen Elizabeth Terrace, National Carillon and High Court of Australia at Dusk - Fine art print of Canberra, ACT, Australia - The masterful centrepiece of Canberra, the large and lovely Lake Burley Griffin is an ideal water playground, whether you're into rowing, sailing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding or fishing. Cyclists and walkers are well catered for along the 40km shoreline, and nothing beats a picnic in its numerous parks and gardens. Queen Elizabeth Terrace is a gorgeous and tranquil promenade, which is excellent for a 30-60 minute slow stroll next to the water, with the beautiful views of lake Burley Griffin. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0016

Queen Elizabeth Terrace, National Carillon and High Court of Australia at Dusk
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National Carillon at Sunrise - Fine art print of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia - At sunrise, the National Carillon on Queen Elizabeth II Island (formerly known as Aspen Island) emerges in a cinematic palette of teal and orange. The tower's angular Brutalist lines reflect the dawn's glow, standing tall at 50 meters above Lake Burley Griffin. Gifted by Britain in 1970 to commemorate Canberra's 50th anniversary, its 57 bronze bells, cast by John Taylor & Co., span nearly five octaves. The 2019 addition of the Ngunnawal Bell honors the region's Indigenous heritage. As the sun rises, the Carillon's silhouette and resonant chimes offer a serene start to the day. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0017

National Carillon at Sunrise
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Storm Clearing over Queen Elizabeth Terrace, National Carillon and High Court of Australia - Fine art print of Canberra, ACT, Australia - Lake Burley Griffin is the social, cultural, recreational and sporting hub of Australia's national capital, Canberra. Canberra's cosmopolitan lifestyle thrives by Lake Burley Griffin. From restaurants, bars and shopping precincts, to museums, galleries, cycle paths, footpaths and open spaces, there is something for everyone, all the time. Lake Burley Griffin is tailor made for sport and recreation. Whether your passion is sailing, kayaking, rowing, swimming, canoeing, fishing, stand-up-paddle boarding, sailboarding or GoBoating, there is something to suit all ages. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0018

Storm Clearing over Queen Elizabeth Terrace, National Carillon and High Court of Australia
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Sunset over Black Mountain and Telstra Tower - Fine art print of Canberra, ACT, Australia - As the sun dipped below the horizon, Black Mountain and the iconic Telstra Tower were silhouetted against a sky ablaze with fiery reds, oranges, and golds. The vibrant hues painted the clouds, creating a mesmerising backdrop for Canberra's skyline. Black Mountain, known as Galambary to the Ngunnawal people, rises 812 meters above sea level and is a significant natural landmark in Canberra. It forms part of the Canberra Nature Park and is home to diverse native flora and fauna. The mountain holds cultural importance for the Ngunnawal people, serving as a traditional site for ceremonies and gatherings. Perched atop this mountain is the Telstra Tower, a 195-meter-high telecommunications and observation tower completed in 1980. Originally known as Telecom Tower, it has become a prominent feature of Canberra's landscape, offering panoramic views of the city and surrounding regions. The tower is currently undergoing renovations, with plans to reopen in 2026, incorporating elements that celebrate Ngunnawal culture. This vivid sunset over Black Mountain and Telstra Tower captures the harmonious blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage that defines Canberra. - Image ID: AU-ACT-CANBERRA-0019

Sunset over Black Mountain and Telstra Tower
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Skyfire 2018 Firework Display over Lake Burley Griffin - Fine art print of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia - Skyfire is an annual March fireworks show held over Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, Australia since 1989. The event is funded by local radio station FM 104.7, and the display is synchronised to a soundtrack of music broadcast on the station. Skyfire 2018 delivered a magnificent display of fireworks as part of The Enlighten Festival. It's Canberra's biggest night of fireworks - and this year the event turns 30. The fireworks display was 18 minutes of extravagant lights and explosions timed to hits provided by 104.7 including some classics from across the 30 years of Skyfire events. - Image ID: AU-CANBERRA-FIREWORKS-SKYFIRE-0001

Skyfire 2018 Firework Display over Lake Burley Griffin
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Skyfire 2018 Firework Display over Lake Burley Griffin - Fine art print of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia - Skyfire is an annual March fireworks show held over Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, Australia since 1989. The event is funded by local radio station FM 104.7, and the display is synchronised to a soundtrack of music broadcast on the station. Skyfire 2018 delivered a magnificent display of fireworks as part of The Enlighten Festival. It's Canberra's biggest night of fireworks - and this year the event turns 30. The fireworks display was 18 minutes of extravagant lights and explosions timed to hits provided by 104.7 including some classics from across the 30 years of Skyfire events. - Image ID: AU-CANBERRA-FIREWORKS-SKYFIRE-0002

Skyfire 2018 Firework Display over Lake Burley Griffin
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Skyfire 2018 Firework Display over Lake Burley Griffin - Fine art print of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia - Skyfire is an annual March fireworks show held over Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, Australia since 1989. The event is funded by local radio station FM 104.7, and the display is synchronised to a soundtrack of music broadcast on the station. Skyfire 2018 delivered a magnificent display of fireworks as part of The Enlighten Festival. It's Canberra's biggest night of fireworks - and this year the event turns 30. The fireworks display was 18 minutes of extravagant lights and explosions timed to hits provided by 104.7 including some classics from across the 30 years of Skyfire events. - Image ID: AU-CANBERRA-FIREWORKS-SKYFIRE-0003

Skyfire 2018 Firework Display over Lake Burley Griffin
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Skyfire 2018 Firework Display over Lake Burley Griffin - Fine art print of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia - Skyfire is an annual March fireworks show held over Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, Australia since 1989. The event is funded by local radio station FM 104.7, and the display is synchronised to a soundtrack of music broadcast on the station. Skyfire 2018 delivered a magnificent display of fireworks as part of The Enlighten Festival. It's Canberra's biggest night of fireworks - and this year the event turns 30. The fireworks display was 18 minutes of extravagant lights and explosions timed to hits provided by 104.7 including some classics from across the 30 years of Skyfire events. - Image ID: AU-CANBERRA-FIREWORKS-SKYFIRE-0004

Skyfire 2018 Firework Display over Lake Burley Griffin
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Skyfire 2018 Firework Display over Lake Burley Griffin - Fine art print of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia - Skyfire is an annual March fireworks show held over Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, Australia since 1989. The event is funded by local radio station FM 104.7, and the display is synchronised to a soundtrack of music broadcast on the station. Skyfire 2018 delivered a magnificent display of fireworks as part of The Enlighten Festival. It's Canberra's biggest night of fireworks - and this year the event turns 30. The fireworks display was 18 minutes of extravagant lights and explosions timed to hits provided by 104.7 including some classics from across the 30 years of Skyfire events. - Image ID: AU-CANBERRA-FIREWORKS-SKYFIRE-0005

Skyfire 2018 Firework Display over Lake Burley Griffin
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Skyfire 2018 Firework Display over Lake Burley Griffin - Fine art print of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia - Skyfire is an annual March fireworks show held over Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, Australia since 1989. The event is funded by local radio station FM 104.7, and the display is synchronised to a soundtrack of music broadcast on the station. Skyfire 2018 delivered a magnificent display of fireworks as part of The Enlighten Festival. It's Canberra's biggest night of fireworks - and this year the event turns 30. The fireworks display was 18 minutes of extravagant lights and explosions timed to hits provided by 104.7 including some classics from across the 30 years of Skyfire events. - Image ID: AU-CANBERRA-FIREWORKS-SKYFIRE-0006

Skyfire 2018 Firework Display over Lake Burley Griffin
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Canberra, Australia’s capital city, offers a unique blend of political significance, cultural richness, and natural beauty that makes it a rewarding subject for photography. Far from being just the seat of government, Canberra is surrounded by rolling hills, expansive lakes, and well-planned urban landscapes that invite exploration through the lens. The city’s clean design and balance between built and natural environments create opportunities for striking compositions in all seasons.

One of Canberra’s most iconic features is Lake Burley Griffin, a vast artificial lake at the city’s heart. Its reflective waters, crossed by elegant bridges and framed by parklands, provide a beautiful backdrop for sunrise and sunset photography. Walking and cycling paths around the lake offer countless vantage points for capturing Canberra’s skyline, with landmarks such as the National Carillon and Captain Cook Memorial Jet in the frame.

Parliament House, with its modern architecture and sweeping lawns, is a must for photographers seeking to capture the essence of Australia’s democracy. The building’s striking design, framed by symmetry and clean lines, works beautifully in both wide-angle shots and detailed architectural close-ups. At night, its illuminated facade offers a completely different mood, making it worth visiting at various times of day.

Beyond politics, Canberra is a city of museums and galleries that make for intriguing photographic subjects. The National Gallery of Australia and the National Portrait Gallery not only hold incredible collections but also feature striking architecture that plays with light and shadow. These cultural landmarks sit within landscaped gardens and open spaces, adding to the variety of scenes a photographer can capture.

Canberra’s connection to nature is ever-present. The Australian National Botanic Gardens showcase the country’s diverse plant life, while nearby Black Mountain and Mount Ainslie offer sweeping panoramas of the city and surrounding countryside. From elevated lookouts, the patchwork of urban planning and nature reserves becomes clear, illustrating why Canberra is considered one of the world’s best-designed capitals.

In spring, Canberra bursts into colour with the annual Floriade festival, transforming Commonwealth Park into a sea of tulips and blossoms. The event offers photographers vibrant macro opportunities and sweeping floral landscapes. Autumn brings its own charm, with tree-lined avenues and parks glowing in gold, orange, and crimson hues – a palette rarely seen in other parts of Australia.

Night photography in Canberra can be particularly rewarding, with the city’s illuminated landmarks reflecting in the still waters of Lake Burley Griffin. Long exposure shots capture the movement of the Captain Cook Memorial Jet and create mirror-like compositions of Parliament House, bridges, and monuments. The relatively low levels of light pollution also make it possible to capture star-filled skies over the city and surrounding hills.

From its formal civic architecture to its tranquil lakeshores and seasonal beauty, Canberra offers photographers a wealth of subjects. Whether you’re drawn to grand architectural statements, colourful events, or peaceful nature scenes, the city delivers a diverse range of imagery. This Canberra Photography Gallery celebrates the capital’s unique blend of politics, culture, and landscape – and invites you to discover it through my lens.

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