Grand Pré is a regular stop on any photo trip to the Annapolis Valley. It stands as a monument to the Acadian people who originally settled the land in the 1600's but were subsequently expelled by the British. The beautiful landscaping, the iconic brick church, the statue of Evangeline - all are compelling photographic subjects.…Read more Grand Pré
Month: June 2019
Aerial Ballet
A couple of weeks ago, I witness an amazing ballet (battle?) in the sky over Grand Pre, Nova Scotia. A bald eagle was being harassed by a redwing blackbird, presumably because he had a nest nearby. At one point the little fellow even plucked a downy feather from the eagle's rump! It's challenging photographing birds…Read more Aerial Ballet
Dramatic Sky II – Black & White
Sometimes a cloudy sky just looks better in black and white. Taken at Chebucto Head in Nova Scotia, Canada. Enjoy! If you prefer colour photos, check out my previous post - Dramatic Sky at Chebucto Head. All photos on this website are available for purchase as prints. Click the MENU button and select PRINTS for more…Read more Dramatic Sky II – Black & White
Dramatic Sky at Chebucto Head
Chebucto Head is a rocky point of land at the entrance to Halifax Harbour. Countless vessels sail past this landmark every year including container ships, cruise ships, navy ships and even tall ships like Nova Scotia's famous Bluenose II. I was fortunate to be there on a windy day in March 2017 to witness an…Read more Dramatic Sky at Chebucto Head