Photographer Dies While Taking Pictures of Last Night’s Storm

Brisbane Photographer Maxine Sewell, 32, was found hanging from a cliff near the Story Bridge by early morning commuters this morning. It is believed she was taking photos during last night’s fierce electrical storm.

Police apologise to the community for today’s grim discovery, but emphasise that there appear to be no signs of foul play. They say the deceased seems to be a victim of misadventure.

“It’s a terrible accident. Her phone and handbag were discovered neatly placed under a bush above where she was found. We discovered her tripod at the base of the cliff,” said Sergeant John Williams.

Cyclist Dr David Sheehan was the first to report her body. He saw it dangling from a tree root at the edge of Wilson Outlook Reserve.

“It looked like her [camera’s] neck strap became hooked on something. I didn’t believe what I was seeing. I actually thought someone was playing a practical joke and hung a plump-sized mannequin from the cliff.”

More in SEETHINGS.

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Brisbane Photographer Maxine Sewell plays a pivotal role in the early part of this book’s narrative. (Yes! I’m from your city and have written a novel with Brisbane in the story!)

Professional wedding photography services are a relatively safe business, but there are still dangers. Maxine is not a portrait or nature photographer. She’s mostly an untrained amateur trying to prove she can hold her own with professionals. She wants to take a great lightning photo and show it to them, but winds up getting hanged. Her death looks like an accident.

We discover that Maxine hasn’t been an angel. Her drunken rants and one-night stands have left their marks. Some will take pleasure in her demise. Maxine’s passing isn’t an end. It leads to something new and beautiful.