Avatar for Leon Mika
Leon Mika
Software engineer in Melbourne, Australia.

Photos

Best of 2025

Four pink and gray birds are standing on the ground among grass and fallen branches.Two white birds are perched on a branch in a tree filled with green leaves.A small beetle is perched on a person's finger.A bird with outstretched wings is perched atop a tall wooden structure against a cloudy sky.A bird is walking on the floor inside a coffee shop near the entrance and counter.Railway tracks run through a wooded area with signal lights visible along the path.Trees with vibrant red and green foliage are illuminated by sunlight against a clear blue sky, with a blue container and a white structure partially visible.A railway track curves away from a deserted platform with a red signal light and surrounding greenery.A modern blue and yellow train is stationed at a covered platform on a sunny day.A person is sitting on a couch with a cockatiel perched on their shoulder.A colorful bird with a striking red crest is perched among the branches of a tree with green leaves and small red fruits.Two rectangular wooden boards are placed side by side on a grey surface.Boats are docked along a river beside a row of buildings with trees and outdoor seating.A storefront is adorned with a vibrant display of flowers and plants in pots, buckets, and bouquets.A white-faced heron is standing on a grassy area near some trees and a paved surface.Graffiti featuring a stylized face with a crown is drawn on a black wall.A railway track curves through a scenic area with trees and a 70 km/h speed limit sign.A tram approaches an intersection at dusk, reflecting light off wet pavement.Two purple swamphens stand near a pond surrounded by grass and foliage.A floating barrier with red and yellow buoys stretches across a urban riverfront near modern glass buildings.A silver espresso machine is placed on a countertop, with a teabag hanging in a cup beside it.A sidewalk lined with bare trees and palm trees runs alongside a street in a park-like urban setting.A grassy park area with scattered balls, possibly for a lawn game, is bordered by a body of water and trees, with people walking in the background.Two cars with open hoods are parked on the street, one red and one white.A narrow urban alleyway with colorful graffiti on the walls and a bright red kiosk with the text YOU'VE FOUND IT! at the end.A wall-mounted drinking fountain with a sign above it that says DO NOT SPIT is set against a tiled wall.A park landscape featuring a fountain, leafless trees, and surrounding greenery under a cloudy sky.A steam locomotive with a red front is exiting a shed on a sunny day.A vintage steam locomotive is producing white smoke while traveling on train tracks behind a chain-link fence.A vintage red train labeled Eltham is moving along railroad tracks surrounded by trees and emitting white smoke.A wall displays a sign warning people to Beware of swooping magpies.A poster details the Metro Tunnel project, showcasing new stations and a connection to the City Loop, set to arrive in 2025.A grassy field with a path leading up a hill surrounded by trees.Five pigeons are walking on a sunlit concrete surface with a fenced background.A reflective disco ball is lying on a grassy field.A bird is pecking at leftover crumbs on a white plate with a fork and knife on a wooden table.A cozy restaurant interior features wooden tables and chairs, with a corner shelf stocked with bottled water and takeout containers.A colorful mosaic featuring a bird with the text Tawny Frogmouth Society Est. 2015 Victoria surrounded by artistic floral designs on a blue background.A wide pathway bordered by lush greenery leads to an ornate fountain and a historical building under a partly cloudy sky.A bird with a long, curved beak stands on grass near two balls.A sign mounted on a wall reads Buses replace trains with an empty space beneath the text.A railway platform with visible tracks, a fence, and overhead power lines stretches into the distance under a clear sky.A grassy field with scattered trees under a cloudy sky.A person walks towards the entrance of a modern train station labeled Coburg with various signs and a small food stand nearby.A group of people are gathered around a wooden table playing a board game with various colorful cards and pieces.A cluster of green, spiky cones grows on a branch of a tree, surrounded by lush foliage and a grassy area.A concrete overpass runs parallel to a paved pathway and landscaped area, all beneath a blue sky with scattered clouds.A closed cardboard box containing an artificial Christmas tree is sealed with tape and placed on a carpeted floor beside a leather sofa.

Best of 2024

A lush, green forest path is surrounded by tall trees covered in ivy.A vibrant blue and yellow vintage train engine is displayed outdoors with informational signage and a staircase leading up to it.the image shows an emu standing behind a metal fence with some greenery in the foregroundA tranquil lakeside scene features autumnal trees, still waters reflecting the landscape, and a backdrop of rolling hills under a cloudy sky.A small black dog is peeking out of a bag while riding on public transportation.A small building labeled Fire Shed is situated near a dock with numerous sailboats in the background on a cloudy day.A lush green field stretches under a partly cloudy sky, bordered by trees and featuring a tall tree standing prominently on the right.A utility pole is adorned with various stickers, including a red and white sticker of a train.A person is sitting on a couch with a cockatiel perched on their shoulder and a decorated Christmas tree in the background.An echidna is foraging in a woodland area with scattered trees and fallen branches.A serene lake reflects a dense forest of towering trees under an overcast sky.

Photo Challenge Entries

A small, lush green tree stands surrounded by tall, straight trees in a forest with a carpet of grass and ground cover.A railway track curves through a scenic area with trees and a 70 km/h speed limit sign.An urban landscape is overshadowed by the silhouette of a tall tower, surrounded by densely packed buildings.A serene lake reflects a dense forest of towering trees under an overcast sky.A sheer curtain softly filters dim light in an otherwise dark room, revealing silhouetted plants behind it.A room with a table filled with various decorative items, a ladder leaning nearby, and a small computer desk against the wall.A control panel with various labeled buttons is mounted on a textured wall above a surface holding stationery from Grand Hotel De La Ville.An open, empty suitcase is lying on a light-colored carpeted floor.A cluttered workshop contains various tools and machines, including a saw and drill press, with shelves and a covered workbench.A tram approaches an intersection at dusk, reflecting light off wet pavement.Fog partially obscures a cityscape view from a high vantage point, with modern buildings and a river visible beneath a clear blue sky.A winding path meanders through a forested area with sparse vegetation and slender trees.A cityscape at sunset features tall buildings silhouetted against a colorful sky with clouds and a sun dipping below the horizon.Various natural and wooden toys hang from a woven structure, possibly for pets like birds or small animals.A blurry view from a moving vehicle shows a landscape with fields and distant hills under a gray sky.A cozy fire burns brightly in a brick fireplace with logs and embers glowing.A geometric pattern of hexagons in black and green overlays an intricate background with hints of wires and electronic components.Two similar-looking cars are parked side by side in a parking lot at night with a building in the background.A spacious, elegantly decorated banquet hall features rows of chairs and round tables set up for an event beneath a high, beamed ceiling with large windows.Two birds perched on tree branches are silhouetted against a cloudy sky.Hot air balloons float over a city skyline near a river during a calm evening or morning.A tree with vibrant pink blossoms stands against a backdrop of a partly cloudy sky.A close-up view of a weathered, cracked wooden post with leaves and debris collected in the center.A cloud formation is illuminated against a dark blue sky during twilight.