Northern Lights

I have always been fascinated by the Aurora when it happens.  Yesterday several e-mails came my way indicating that last night would likely provide a terrific show in our area.  So I fired off an e-mail to some friends to see if any of them were up to chasing the show.  Only one of them had the time last night, but that was encouraging enough to head out and see what might happen.

I had been at the elevator in Stoney Beach, SK a few years ago and thought it might be just the right spot for doing Aurora shots that included of course, a prairie sentinel.  I had been itching to shoot here for several years now.  Happily the heavens did not disapoint!!  Here are a few shots of the show.  I hope you like them.

Brent



The beauty of the Southwest

I apologize for the length of time between updates to this BLOG.  Still having a regular full time job takes a toll on my time.  But now as I get close to retiring from that job, I will have time to keep my friends in the know about what I have been doing.

We recently came back from a trip to the American Southwest.  Although I know there are things right outside my door to photograph, I love returning to this area as often as I can.  The images from there do not sell well in Saskatchewan sadly, but the visit is good for my soul.  If the images only adorn my walls, that's ok.  I can only say that people are missing out on some stunning imagery.

We made our trip to partake of a hike in an area that is difficult to visit.  It is only difficult though because it is a protected area and the process for getting a permit is honestly a luck of the draw deal.  The permits are allocated by a lottery process and only 20 people per day are allowed into the area.  Known by its popular nickname "The Wave", this area is breath taking to behold.  We were truly blessed to have friends that got the permit and thoughtfully included our names on the application.  Many photographers have been to The Wave now, but it still needs to be on anyone's Photographic bucket list.  To stand where so few will ever go is uplifting to say the least.

It was all worth it though!  Have a look.