Film Photography at McKillops Bridge just sounds delightful, right? Well, let me tell you, it could hardly have been any better.
A while ago, McKillops Bridge hit my radar (or GoogleMap) and with very little research, decided to head out that way to see her for myself.
Built between 1931 & 1936, it spans 255m across the Snowy River. Driving in, already cautious of being so far away from civilisation, I took my time and crawled along.
The road in is said to be one of the most dangerous roads in our country. It’s a single lane meant for traffic both ways (not a lane each way, just one lane) with very few cut outs for passing. I was fortunate enough to only encounter other vehicles when I had already pulled over for photo ops.
Arriving about 10 minutes late, I missed the sun hitting the bridge itself but did find a few spots to check out in the morning. A risky balance set-up was used on some rocks for the above image though, so I still made it worthwhile.
The morning was much better. An early start meant I watched the sun rise behind me from the river bank. With plenty of rocks about, I perched at a few different spots and found some compositions. I think I did ok but looking back, I know I could find a few better when I return.
On that note, I’m already planning the return trip to shoot some film photography at McKillops Bridge. As the entire drive out there I was wishing I had brought some friends along, I’m considering hosting a small (film) photographers trip out here and the surrounds. If this may be of interest, reach out and let me know. I’m thinking April, 2022.
Anyway, please enjoy a few of my favourite images.
