Mildura Campus

Megan Buysse

My trip to Australia was more than any expectations I have ever set for any trip. Every turn I took brought a whole new experience. No words will ever give justice to the intense beauty of the landscape. From the huge gum trees of Mutawintji to the soft white sand dunes of Mungo, there is no end to the depth of this country. Even the classroom was not what I expected. Photography has many dimensions, which I did not even know existed until I came here. Lines, textures, and focus mean more to me than they did only a few weeks ago.

This trip has opened my eyes in more ways than one. I came here with an open mind and learned about my self along the way. When we watched the sun rise and set, I could feel its power engulf my soul. Talking with Peter Peterson, I also learned to appreciate the land as a source of all life. Most of all, I learned I can live without the daily conveniences-like a shower-and still be happy.

Coming back to the classroom I had countless pictures to choose from. I based my final exhibit in result of the directions I noticed along my adventures through the Outback. My experience here is priceless and I would do it again in a heartbeat.

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