by Shane Sody

An Adelaide videographer has given you the opportunity to experience 3D views of parts of your Park Lands, from any connected device.

Michael Petros, the founder of ABM visual, has made available the three-dimensional virtual experiences below. Try moving around (left, right, up, down, zooming in and out) in these virtual experiences in your Park Lands.

the Himeji Japanese Garden in Peppermint Park / Wita Wirra (Park 18):

the Walyu Yarta Community Garden in Veale Park / Walyu Yarta (Park 21):

a huge River Red gum tree that fell in January 2024, alongside the sweat track in Victoria Park / Pakapakanthi (Park 16):

In addition, Michael has made available these 360-degree views of Marshmallow Playground and a wooden teepee frame in Pelzer Park /Pityarilla (Park 19):

APA is talking to Michael about the possibility of collaborating on the 2025 Adelaide Park Lands Art Prize, during its coming exhibition in April 2025, in the foyer of the Adelaide Festival Centre.

About Michael and his company

Having spent most of his twenties working all over Australia and the world (a landscaper in Adelaide, demolition and construction in Peru, scuba diving in Cambodia), Michael Petros returned to Australia to be closer to his family.

After being injured at work in 2018, Michael spent all of 2019 studying photography and videography.

While attending college, Michael volunteered as a videographer and photographer at the Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre in Queenscliff, Victoria During his time there he was fortunate enough to travel around Victoria documenting events for the Victorian Fisheries Authority.

At the end of 2019, after graduating, the VFA took Michael on as an Education Officer. This gave him the opportunity to set up his own business on the side. That’s now grown to become “ABM Visual”

Michael advises that:

“ABM visual is an Adelaide-based leader in 3D virtual tours and Google Maps photography, transforming real-world spaces into immersive, interactive experiences. Driven by passion and a commitment to excellence, ABM visual strives to deliver unparalleled service and cutting-edge solutions.

“Recognized for their innovation, ABM visual was a runner-up at the Wine Industry IMPACT Awards for a groundbreaking 3D wine tourism experience, and selected for the Elevate Showcase at SAGE 2024 and prestigious Main Showcase at SAGE 2025.

“With over 13 million views across multiple platforms, ABM visual has delivered 3D virtual experiences to education, accessibility, and tourism businesses. Their custom 3D experiences can be shared and enjoyed on any device.