Not unlike other parts of Canada and in the USA, we’re aggressively fighting Covid-19. Alberta has imposed more severe restrictions, in place since December 8 and expected to remain in place until at least January 21. There are things we can do safely and are permitted to do so. Outdoor photography is among those things…
Urban Nature Photography
Bob Bear has done it again. Another challenging assignment, this time entitled “Urban Nature” photography. Bob did give us a definition of this sweeping term, generously leaving plenty of room for interpretation. Here’s the guidance he provided: “…juxtapositions of natural forms (flora and fauna) against man-made structures. In other words, capturing through photography examples of fauna and flora…
Still Life Photography
Earlier this winter, my friend Bob Bear decided to further sharpen his photography skills. He acquired a good book, and began working his way through it. Each section concludes with a photo assignment. Bob enlisted some friends in his endeavour and we joined him in completing the assignments. It has proven to be a great…
Let it Snow, Let it Snow…
Earlier this week, I awakened to a beautiful snowy morning. After a period of warm weather and melting snow, it was a welcome event. Badly needed snow arrived just in time to boost our holiday spirits, a scant four days before Christmas. My first view of this bounty of snow was around sunrise, 8:43 am,…
Frosty Day in December
We had a beautiful day here yesterday, December 12. It was a bit chilly with a temperature of -9 deg C (16 deg F) but sunny with a few cloudy patches. Good photography weather, so I decided to go out and enjoy it with a walk along the Bow River. I got on a pathway…