Jon Harris is a nature-loving photographer enthralled by the mystical power of the forest. Take a minute out of your hectic schedule, come walk in the forest.

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I instantly feel at ease as I venture under the protective canopy, the calm tranquility washing over me.

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It’s the serenity, the peace, the smell of the air – a vitality and a oneness with nature. You feel safe and protected, as if these gentle giants swaying in the breeze are watching over you.

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I love exploring foreign forests; the different trees and vegetation, wildlife and birds can all feel so familiar yet so strange compared to Australian forests. And then you discover a plantation of gum trees in a random place like Sri Lanka and instantly feel the comfort of home.Jon Harris, Sri Lanka, Eucalypts, gume trees, ella rock, forestJon Harris, Sugarpines Walk, Bago State Forest, pine treesJon Harris, Sugarpines Walk, Bago State Forest, pine trees, sunset

Watch the golden sunbeams streak through the trees, then stay till dark and experience the enchantment of the forest at night.Jon Harris, Sugarpines Walk, Bago State Forest, pine trees, astrophotography, night

Forests are a living, breathing, thriving ecosystem. Even when there’s not a breath of wind, the trees and undergrowth that make up a forest pulse with energy and life. This pulse can energise you and at the same time, you feel incredibly insignificant as life around you carries on.

Jon Harris, Eastern Spinebill, bird, pollen, forest

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Waterfalls add a dash of vitality, crystal clear streams enhance the serenity.

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Don’t rush, take the opportunity to soak up that unique forest feeling.

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There’s nothing like the real thing…

Sugar Pine Walk // A Land of Giants (NSW)

Hiking In The Rain // Box Forest Circuit (QLD)

The Last Day Of Summer // Wirrawilla Rainforest and Myrtle Gully (VIC)

Deep Lake Forest Cleansing // Lake St Clair (TAS)