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I love taking photos of interesting people - candid shots - preferably in their natural environment, not in a studio. Here is a selection from the last few years.

 

Team Kyrgios

If you've ever wondered what Nick's family are like I can assure you they are very nice. They don't look too bad either :)

Taken for the Kyrgios family at the 2020 Australian Open.

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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More TENNIS photos here...

 

Backstage: Quincy Jones & Sheléa

Sheléa's cousin Katrina, Sheléa's mother Sheila & Sheléa herself hanging out with the legend Quincy Jones.

Candid - No flash - Handheld

2019 Montreux Jazz Festival, Montreux, Switzerland

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More QUINCY JONES CONCERT + BACKSTAGE photos here...

 

Backstage Embrace: Shania & Sheléa

Superstar Shania Twain & superstar-in-the-making Sheléa embrace backstage following the epic show Quincy Jones - Sountrack Of The 80's at the 2019 Montreux Jazz Festival. What a night!

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2019 Montreux Jazz Festival, Montreux, Switzerland

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More QUINCY JONES CONCERT + BACKSTAGE photos here...

 

Nick Kyrgios

Nick. 2018 Australian Open.

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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More photos shot for Nick Kyrgios here.

 

We're Ace, Alice

This is a photo of me (far right) with members of Alice Cooper's band and members of Ace Frehley's band, taken by Alice Cooper's photographer Kyler Clark outside Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary not long after koalas had been cuddled.

From L-R: Nita Strauss, Glen Sobel, Richie Scarlet, Chris Wyse, Tommy Henriksen, yours truly.

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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Mark Webber

Australian Formula One superstar Mark Webber joins the throngs of tennis fans at the 2018 Australian Open.

'Throngs’… Who ever says 'throngs'? Mark didn't, just in case you were wondering, or if he did it was out of earshot. ‘Earshot’… Who ever says ‘earshot’? Mark may have, but by that stage I couldn’t hear him, which is when he possibly may have said the word ‘throngs’:) #youneverknow #probablynot #whataloadofrubbish

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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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Pretty Scary

Unreal face painting by local bodypainting guru Sandra Temple. Painted & photographed 08 Dec 2017.

No flash - Handheld

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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Christos & Giorgos "George" Kyrgios

Aussie tennis star Nick Kyrgios’ brother Christos & their father George outside Pat Rafter Arena at the 2018 Brisbane International. This was at the beginning of a month as Nick's personal photographer photographing matches & practice sessions in Brisbane, then Melbourne for Tie Break Tens & the Australian Open, then back in Brisbane for the Davis Cup. You can see those photos here and on Nick's Facebook & Instagram accounts.

Nick has a great family. They’re very friendly, supportive and love Nick with an obvious passion! So good to see. Go Nick!

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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Rob Moody

Wine-maker extraordinaire, Rob Moody, with one of his Somerled creations at Somerled Cellar Bar on a moody, rainy Friday evening. He was very friendly and shared passionately about each of his beloved creations. Very tasty!

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Hahndorf, South Australia, Australia

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Corey Wilson & Mick Fanning

Pro photographer Corey Wilson & 3x surfing World Champion Mick Fanning an hour before Corey's Photography Show got underway at Balter Brewing Co, 10 Mar 2017. It was the place to be for all who love photography, beer, surfing, or all of the above.

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

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Pat Cash

Aussie tennis great Pat Cash gives me a wry smile as he and Eurosport presenter Catherine Whitaker discuss the day's play at the 2018 Australian Open, 23 Jan 2018.

Candid - Handheld

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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Jeff Morgan

One of the world's top mural artists pauses from his work in his fine art showroom. His massive 360 degree murals are incredible and have to be seen to be believed!

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Hawker, South Australia, Australia

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Jeff Green

I had the very good pleasure of meeting this funny bloke - UK stand-up comedian Jeff Green - after his hilarious show, 17 Mar 2017. He’s not just funny on stage, but off it too! Part of the Brisbane Comedy Festival @ Brisbane Powerhouse.

If you look closely you can see the cue for a new joke on his hand. No joke.

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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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Trevor Gillmeister & Kevin Walters

Good-looking chaps & former State Of Origin greats Trevor Gillmeister (QLD Maroons Defensive Coach) & Kevin Walters (QLD Maroons Head Coach) pose for a quick impromptu photo just for me.

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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Johan Schep

Dutch evangelist & funny guy... Photo taken while out fishing in North Queensland... You can watch the video I made of 16 short messages by Johan on YouTube - https://youtu.be/fC_ZvUPmxrI

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Great Palm Island Group, Queensland, Australia

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Heath Davidson

Rio Olympic Gold Medal winning tennis player, Heath Davidson, at the 2017 Brisbane International. And this was even before he won.

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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Saeran Tanton

National Finalist, 2016 Miss V8 Supercars at the Castrol Edge Townsville 400. She would go on to be awarded second place.

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Townsville, Queensland, Australia

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Satish John

Satish John is an amazing teacher and the Director of Himalayan Torchbearers, India.

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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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Jim Richards

Racing legend Jim Richards with Beth O’Connell - Touring Car Masters, Queensland Raceway, July 2016.

It’s funny... Some people will look at this photo and think “That’s a really good photo of Jim”, while others will think “Oh, she’s nice”, while some will wish they’d both get out of the way so they can see the car!!!

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Willowbank, Queensland, Australia

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Willy Nicholls

Gold Coast surfboard artist extraordinaire Willy Nicholls with one of the countless surfboards he’s painted over the years.

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

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Amanda Abate & Nick Kyrgios

Channel 7's Amanda Abate interviews winning Aussie tennis player Nick Kyrgios not long after defeating American John Isner in straight sets giving Australia a 2-0 lead in the Davis Cup quarter-final tie against USA at Pat Rafter Arena, Queensland Tennis Centre, 07 April 2017.

Candid - Handheld

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

© Copyright Geoff Rankin

 

Nikki van Dijk

Aussie pro surfer on the world tour, Nikki van Dijk looks to catch a few last waves following the conclusion of the day’s heats. Nikki would go on to win the 2017 Cascais Women's Pro in Portugal and finish the year as World #7. Nice! Mar 2017

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

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Peter Thomas

More info to follow...

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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John Pearn & Lesley Simkin

At a 2017 ANZAC Day Memorial service I'd taken a few photos using my fisheye lens when I saw this decorated pair - John Pearn & Lesley Simkin - who served together in Vietnam. Graciously they were both happy to be photographed & shared a little about themselves. I think 'decorated' is an understatement!

At first I was annoyed that I had my fisheye lens on but although it distorts, it allowed me to capture John & Lesley in close quarters from top to bottom including the Australian flag behind. So it was a good 'choice' after all:)

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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Channel 7 Sport Team

More to follow...

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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SES Netball Team

More to follow...

No flash - Handheld

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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Will Brown

More info to follow...

Candid - No flash - Handheld

Willowbank, Queensland, Australia

© Copyright Geoff Rankin

 

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