Fine Art Friday – Fresh Snow, Wild Horses & Gratitude
Thanksgiving Monday 2021 gave me a lot to be grateful for. We had plenty of food on our table. Family to share it with and, despite additional lockdowns returning, still plenty of freedom to enjoy it. I woke early and felt restless. Nature called – in the best possible way! It had been grey and […]
Alberta Mini Break – Waterton Lakes National Park – Day 2
Last week I shared the journey down, with the bears and beautiful scenery. A good night’s sleep in a comfy bed was followed by a decadent, and delicious breakfast at Pearl’s Cafe. The Stuffed Blueberry French Toast and the Signature Colada Pancakes did not disappoint! I popped out to see if I could spot […]
Alberta Mini Break – Waterton Lakes National Park – Day 1
With ever-changing restrictions, and uncertainty about international travel, we decided to keep our summer vacation to mini breaks in the province. Alberta is never short of stunning landscapes, outdoor activities, and Waterton Lakes National Park is forever on my list of all-time faves! A two-day ‘staycation’ is good for the soul. The Journey Down You […]
Backroads Drives – Ellis Bird Farm
Northeast of Red Deer lies a gem of a bird and wildlife sanctuary whose mandate is education, conservation, scientific studies, and winter studies. Ellis Bird Farm has been in operation since the mid-50’s and pioneered a natural habitat, a haven to Tree Swallows and Mountain Bluebirds. It’s a beautiful drive if you’re look for a […]
Backroads, even picking up eggs can be fun!
How on earth can popping out for eggs turn into a photographic journey you ask? Quite simple really. You have a friend who lives in Airdrie (about 20 minutes via one scenic route), who picks up eggs from the Hutterite Colony for you. Then, because it’s +36C when you leave, and the A/C in the […]
The Story Behind the Photo: This Sky Is On Fire
I was returning from an intimate event where I’d captured a few decor images. A retirement party for an industry friend. Another strange moment of 2020. Working in a huggy industry and not wanting to be hugged. Masks were on unless eating and drinking, but social distancing was 100% not happening. Today is the one […]
Backroads, a pandemic, and spring in Alberta…
How It Started Head back to May 2020… we’d been locked down for 6 weeks. Tax season was over (and my taxes were actually done before they extended the deadline.) April had sucked weather wise, and it was too early to work in the garden as frosty nights were still a thing! I’d been out […]
