If you've recently been down Terralong Street, you may have spotted new artwork on local bins. The photos, taken by local photographer Rowan Hollingworth, show his stunning nature inspired work.

Throughout his life, visual arts - especially abstract art, Asian art and ceramics - have piqued Hollingworth's interest. 

A Kiama local since 2006, Hollingworth took up photography as a new hobby, building on his years of artistic experience. His photos are now on display on bins along Allowrie Street and Terralong Street until June.

Hollingworth draws inspiration from Kiama’s natural surroundings, particularly the lichens and rocks near the famous blowhole. 

"I like the idea of sort of abstract in nature's patterns," he said, evident in his photos of leaf veins, seafoam bubbles, and lichens stretching over rocks.

His work has received a positive response from locals, both online and in person.

The eye-catching artwork.

While driving down Terralong Street, a woman noticed the artwork on the bins and told Hollingworth: "I really like seeing that as I drive past." 

He responded, "I hadn't thought about, you know, people driving past and seeing it ... it's very well placed, I think."

He extends a special thank you to Kiama Council for funding this initiative to support local artists and photographers. 

"It gives the photographers a little boost and makes the place look a bit more interesting," he said. "I hope they'll do it again next year."

If you've enjoyed seeing his photography, you can purchase it - from April 4-9, Hollingworth and his photography group will host an exhibition at the Old Fire Station in Kiama. 

Featured pieces, such as his photo of yellow lichens on display outside the Kiama Presbyterian Church, and his image of leaves on a pink background shown in Jamberoo, will be available for sale during the exhibition.