As #SnapSydney nears try to capture some awesome pictures like these ... give it a go

IT’S less than two weeks before #SnapSydney but that doesn’t mean you can’t venture out and start snapping in the meantime so, whether you’re north, south, east or west here are some fabulous spots to capture memorable images.

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THERE is no shortage of beautiful spots in and around Sydney to take photos but there are always new areas to explore.

So, wherever you are in Sydney, venture out beyond your patch and start capturing some terrific images.

HARBOUR SHOTS

Well, our fair harbour is a no brainer when it comes to great spots to snap a memorable image. But, remember, it extends well beyond the CBD and North Sydney.

If you do find yourself around Circular Quay, the Sydney Opera House or Harbour Bridge, head for these spots for an awesome frame of each landmark.

BEHIND THE OPERA HOUSE: There’s a set of old sandstone stairs heading up to the Botanic Gardens. Walk about half way up these and look back towards the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge and you’ve got a fabulous perspective of both that not many get to see.

A great spot to get both the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge into the one frame. Picture: Nicholas Eagar

HICKSON RD, UNDER THE BRIDGE: This is where you can get some awesome images of the iconic Harbour Bridge. You can walk there from the Opera House and even take some snaps of Sydney’s famous ferries on the way as you walk past Circular Quay.

Amazing light patterns in the fog under the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Picture: John Grainger

Bridge climbers ascend the steps on a climb. Picture: Bill Hearne

Stunning could be an understatement but you never know until you give it a try. Picture: Bill Hearne

MRS MACQUARIE’S CHAIR: Aside from some great views of the harbour, this is a lovely, leafy spot that looks to the edge of the city with the Botanic Gardens in the foreground. If you’re an early riser, head there just before dawn to get some great shots of the city’s buildings as the sun hits them or return at night to get some fantastic colours on the buildings reflected in the water.

Sunset at Mrs Macquarie’s Chair taken by Daily Telegraph reader Dane Tozer.

Looking back to the city from Mrs Macquarie’s Chair at night.

Sunrise at Mrs Macquarie’s Chair.

NORTH SYDNEY POOL: OK, there’s no better Sydney-centric experience than doing laps in a pool that overlooks Sydney Harbour. This is a spot you can get some truly terrific shots of the Harbour Bridge not to mention the interesting heritage remnants of the original swimming pool building.

There are plenty of angles to capture interesting images at North Sydney Pool. Picture: Toby Zerna

An interesting image where part of Sydney Harbour Bridge takes up the entire frame. Picture: Simon Bullard.

BLUES POINT: Looking back to the city from the north takes in the glory of Sydney’s harbour icons from a different vantage. It’s just a ferry ride over if you live on the city side and there are plenty of places to snap around the north shore where you can frame the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House against the backdrop of the city’s skyscrapers.

The sun rises over Sydney Harbour ... it’s equally as impressive at night.

It’s picture perfect really ... that’s the truth.

Sunrise over Sydney Harbouras seen from Blues Point.

Zoom in for a more dramatic effect. Picture: Virginia Young

NORTH

BRADLEY’S HEAD TO CLIFTON GARDENS WALK: We sure do have a big harbour. Even from the north it’s just simply spectacular. Some would even argue that it is at its best viewed from the north.

Head for Taronga Zoo on the ferry and take the Bradley’s Head walk to Clifton Gardens. If you’ve got all day and you are pretty fit, keep going on to Balmoral Beach and relax there and refuel before heading back.

Or just catch a bus, either way there are some superb views to take in of the harbour. If you get to Clifton Gardens beach, be sure to keep going just a little further to the lookout that takes in the entire harbour from Manly to the Bridge.

Clifton Gardens Beach at Chowder Bay is picturesque at any time of day.

Early morning as the sun begins to rise at Clifton Gardens. Picture: John Grainger

Gum trees show off their red hues at sunrise at Clifton Gardens Reserve. Picture: John Grainger

GEORGES HEAD LOOKOUT, CLIFTON GARDENS: If you’ve ever seen a Ken Done painting of Sydney Harbour, you’ll understand just what this iconic Aussie artist was seeing on a bright sunny day. The sweeping views of Sydney Harbour from Manly to the city, looking directly out to the Sydney Heads are simply breathtaking.

It also shows you just how much the harbour is used by boating and sailing enthusiasts in summer. And, if the views aren’t enough, the spot is also home to World War II gun turrets. So, soak up some spectacular views and Sydney’s war history.

George’s Head Lookout above Clifton Gardens in Mosman. In summer the harbour is full of boats.

Sydney Harbour on a summer’s day ... just like a Ken Done painting.

MANLY TO SHELLY WALK: This walk abounds with panoramic vistas of the shoreline and you can also capture the Sea Nymph statues as you stroll along the seaside. Keep an eye out for wildlife. If you’re lucky you might spot some dolphins as you’ll see one lucky snapper did below. Take a towel and enjoy a swim before heading back to refuel at one of Manly’s many impressive dining spots.

Shelly Beach looking back at the bay and walk. Picture: Kim De Kock

Dolphins catching a wave along the Manly to Shelly walk. Picture: Suzanne Lawson

Sunrise over Shelly Beach. Picture: Jenny Leaman

Pelicans fish along the Manly to Shelly walk. Picture: Suzanne Lawson.

STORE BEACH, MANLY: Regarded as one of Sydney’s best kept beaches, if you manage to land on it, you’ll know why. You can take a kayaking tour there and enjoy a picnic on the beach. It’s one of those spots locals head to because it’s hard to believe you’re actually in a major international city and not lost on a remote island.

Store Beach is tucked away in Manly which is why it’s one of Sydney’s best kept secrets.

Bask in the sun on Store Beach. Picture: Adam Yip

SOUTH

KYEEMAGH: This little bay near Brighton-Le-Sands has an amazing array of awesome compositions for avid snappers to frame and, at any time of day, it’s a great spot to snap a memorable image. From big jet planes and rock fishermen to dogs and racehorses, let these awesome images inspire you.

Not only is it a great vantage point to watch planes take off and land from Sydney Airport. You can also walk from Kyeemagh to Sans Souci — about 6km — which is has plenty of gorgeous spots along the way.

A windsurfer speeds past as a plane takes to the air. Picture: Bob Barker

Horses training in the early morning ahead of the Autumn Racing Carnival. Picture: Brett Costello

Racehorses swim at sunrise next to the Sydney Airport runway and control tower. Picture: John Grainger

It’s a dog’s life for Joseph Mirto, an English Pointer dog breeder who lets his pooches play and cool off at the dog friendly beach. Picture: John Grainger

SALMON HAUL, CRONULLA: This picturesque bay is really something that only locals know about but so you should feel lucky that someone has shared it. It’s amazing for snorkelling with its clear water and great for paddleboarding as the water is almost always calm.

If you happen to have a camera that can take underwater images, then this is the spot for you.

Taylor Davey 18, swims at Salmon Haul Reserve in Cronulla . Picture: Tim Hunter

EAST

WATSONS BAY: There’s no shortage of fantastic spots around here to capture a range of images from rock formations off infamous suicide spot The Gap to idyllic beach scenes and seascapes at Camp Cove.

This is one Sydney spot that just keeps on giving. Try shooting the cliff face at dawn to get some beautiful purple hues on the rock face or look down, if you dare, to get a shot of the eerie rocks and angry sea below. There are also plenty of parkland spots and jetties to add to your photographic compositions too.

A cockatoo takes in the view from The Gap at Watsons Bay.

A stunning vista ... overlooking Camp Cove and Sydney Harbour.

Lady Bay Beach is further on from Camp Cove.

CENTENNIAL PARKLANDS: Spend a day at the park ... it’s big so you’ll need that time to take in all it has to offer. There are wetlands, forests, lakes, quaint bridges over ponds and plenty of birdlife and horses exercising around the track.

There is also an awesome off-leash area for the dog not to mention the new $4m Ian Potter Children’s Wild Play Garden. So, grab the kids, the pooch, a picnic and your camera and head to one of Sydney’s most enormous parks on the edge of the city.

There are picturesque scenes everywhere at Centennial Park. It’s like you’re in the country, only in the city. Picture: Centennial Parklands

Cygnets with their mother at The Duck Pond. Picture: Richard Dobson

Horse riding in the early morning. Picture: Carly Earl

Sydney photographer Juan Rojas loves snapping the birdlife at Centennial Park.

The park is teeming with birds. Picture: Juan Rojas

Kids cross the bridge to the tree house at the Ian Potter Wild Play Garden in Centennial Park. Picture: John Appleyard

WEST

LAKE PARRAMATTA: A whopping 73 hectares of bushland and parkland recognised as one of the most significant and beautiful bushland remnants in Western Sydney. Whether you’re going to cool off or bushwalk or picnic, you won’t be short of scenic spots to snap a great image.

It’s entirely possible to snap an award-winning image as Will Dower did for the Go West Photo Comp.

Take a stroll through the reserve and see an array of plants in glorious colours. Picture: Simone Roberts

Late afternoon on Lake Parramatta. Picture: Will Dower

PARRAMATTA RIVER AT MEADOWBANK: Take a stroll along the river of an evening and you’ll see the Rivercats ferrying city workers home. Or you could take a bike ride along the cycleway and enjoy the views along the river which you can cross via the Old Meadowbank Rail Bridge. It’s serenity on the edge of a bustling city.

An expanse of water as the sun sets over the Parramatta River near Meadowbank. Picture: Rob Hunter

Pink twilight on the Parramatta River at Meadowbank. Picture: Satoko Clarke

Crossing the bridge over Parramatta River at Meadowbank. Picture: Ross Schultz

Do you have a nice pic of your area you would like to share with us as a part of #SnapSydney on November 22?

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