About

Rod was born in the land of nipaluna / Hobart and grew up in the somewhat carefree 60’s swimming in the waters of takina / Port Dalrymple. My maternal family came to Tasmania as 2nd fleet convicts settling in the New Norfolk area.

Being almost literally the only ‘gay in the village’ in the 60/70’s was no particular joy so at the first opportunity I escaped Tasmania as a cultural refugee to the mainland.

Many amazing destinations and lives later it is time to explore my roots in Hobart and continue my artistic / photographic practice.

My background is in Sciences, InfoTech and has completed a Masters of Arts Degree from COFA University of NSW.

Rod has also been an offical photographer with Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras for several years to document the amazing expression of life that this world famous event portrays.