In 2015 I had the opportunity to do a number of jobs in Newfoundland. I had six jobs, and two and a half weeks to do them in. Weather was a variable, of course, and June was cold this year, but Newfoundland is as distinct a society as any other part or province of Canada in my opinion, and there is no shortage of ways to spend those weeks- rain or shine. Seafood was the first thing that came to mind.
These wind and water-beaten trees along the western coast are referred to as Tuckamores, and take many different appearances, yet they always have character.
I had always seen these night shots done with a light source in a tent, and wanted to do my own. So I made it a point to repair my camping lantern (carburetor cleaner did the trick), and this is what I came up with. More coming….
A traditional film black and white image.
A beautiful, yet not far destination for we southern Ontarions looking a for a day trip. A beautiful gorge where the Genesee River flows, with wide-open parkland for picnics, hikes, and relaxation. And photography, last but not least.
This area is adjacent to “The Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania”, a beautiful gorge that has the Pine River running down it’s valley. The topography seems to encourage fog to form on those beautiful late summer mornings, and I love fog for how it changes an environment and creates a sense of mystery.
We were hiking back from an outing on the Western Brook Boat Tour- a must-do for any trip to the west coast of Newfoundland- when I looked back from this spot towards Western Brook Pond. The evening light and the mood were just magical, and I could see the finished image in my mind. I love landscapes with an element of the man-made (and woman-made) world in it. Somehow the image becomes a narrative or a story, about our relationship to nature. I was completely out of film, good thing my friend Billy had a spare roll of Agfa […]
I love the northern landscape- the rocks, the clear water, the pine trees shaped by the wind. Throw in some fog, and I’m over-the-top. The fog didn’t happen this morning, but I was still totally in my element. Taken on a late summer kayaking trip with a friend.
I love combing my passions- snowboarding and photography.
Every once in a while, I manage to land a job that takes me on some interesting travels, allows me to work, have some fun at the same time, and do some creative work. This trip to Alberta was one of them.
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