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Tix On The Square

Joel — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 22:03:01 +0000

In addition to the Daffodil Gallery, you can now find my cards, pendants, and some smaller prints at the Tix on the Square store in Churchill Square!

Trip Turbulence

Joel — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 21:04:47 +0000

Thunderstorm in southern Saskatchewan. This is one reason I love the prairies.

Anna and I just got back from Manitoba where we were visiting family. Family trips are not exactly conducive to photography, especially when they are rushed, but I managed to take a few photos. I’m almost looking forward to winter, when everything can slow down a bit, and I get a chance to go through my photos.

Invitation — VAAA Gallery Show

Joel — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 21:06:21 +0000

Just a reminder — I have two prints in the VAAA Open Photo Competition. It is this Thursday, August 25, 6-8pm at the Kasaa Gallery in the basement of the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium ( 11455 – 87 Avenue ). I would love it if you stop by. There will be drinks, snacks, and a very wide variety of photographic styles to enjoy. All the artists will be there, and the results of the competition will be announced.

The show will continue until October 2nd, if you can’t make it for the opening.

Come take a look!

A Bloomin’ Gallery Show

Joel — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 18:28:04 +0000

The Daffodil Gallery

This Saturday, August 13 from noon to 4pm is the opening for “Blooming“, a new show at the Daffodil Gallery. I’ve got two pieces in this show — one you’ve seen before if you’ve been to the gallery, and the other is new for this show. Unfortunately, I’m not going to be there for the opening, but even without me the gallery is a relaxing and enjoyable place to go and see new art.

Kasaa Gallery

Also coming up soon is the VAAA Open Photo Exhibition. The opening will be Thursday, August 25th from 6 to 8pm at the Kasaa Gallery in the Northern Jubilee Auditorium. I am excited to have two pieces in this show, which is a juried show open to all Alberta photographers. There should be quite a variety of photo styles there.

I may have to get a calendar up on the site to keep track of exhibitions and shows for those interested.

But where are all the photos from BC?

I’m getting there slowly. Everything else is pretty crazy right now, so they’ll start trickling out over the next week or two. To get started, here are some cracked rocks in Medicine Lake in Jasper National Park. This was taken after my first day on the road, which is always a very liberating experience.

Doe-Eyed

Joel — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 18:05:27 +0000

Taken in Waterton National Park.

Rising Up and Tumbling Down

Joel — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 18:49:48 +0000

Evening waves above Bighorn Falls, Alberta.

Its easy to beat yourself up over things. Everyone does it. And feeling bad can be a strong motivation to do or change something. But feeling bad makes it less likely that you’ll stick with it. To actually do something really well and for a long period of time you want the motivation to come from the pure joy of doing it. Wise words from a wise friend.

Sunny Flowers for a Rainy Day

Joel — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 23:40:53 +0000

Crocuses and Yellow Avalanche Lilies in Waterton National Park.

Thanks to everyone who came out to the gallery opening on Thursday night and today! It was great to talk with all of you. If you missed it, the show will continue into July.

The Daffodil Gallery is at 10412 124 Street. Gallery hours are 10:30am to 5:00pm Tuesday – Saturday.

Strange Sideshows

Joel — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 18:52:58 +0000

When there’s a awe-inspiring waterfall in front of you, it’s easy to miss the interesting shots and instead take waterfall pic #269. It pays to explore the small, unnoticed corners around the edges of spectacular sights. This is something I often need to remind myself of when I’m out adventuring.

Bubbles in foam beside Livingstone Falls, Alberta.

Twisting Grass

Joel — Mon, 09 May 2011 00:54:11 +0000

The curving lines of dry grass provide so much picture fodder.

Taken in Elk Island National Park.

Taken near Beaverhill Lake.

If anyone knows what species of grass these are, I’d be very curious. I’m getting better at my fauna taxonomy, but when it comes to grass, I’m lost.

Standing Up Just a Little Straighter

Joel — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 20:00:43 +0000

Metaphor for life? I have no idea.
Kind of cool picture? I think so.

Taken on Astotin Lake in Elk Island National Park.