During the COVID-19 lockdown I've been browsing through old files, searching for forgotten gems. In the spring of 2016 a pair of Blue Jays made a nest a few meters from my deck so I was able to watch as they raised a brood of 5 chicks. I was able to get up close and…Read more Blue Jay Babies
Author: Hugh Chisholm
Nova Scotia Winter Scenes
I'm not one for taking photographs in miserable weather so my winter images usually have blue sky and sunshine. Occasionally, I'll venture out on an overcast day to capture some moody scenes. Here's a selection of my favourite photos from the past few weeks of wandering around my corner of the province with my camera.…Read more Nova Scotia Winter Scenes
Mahone Bay Moonset
I received a text from my friend Kevin Hall the other day: "Full moon setting tomorrow over Mahone Bay." I knew that this meant another Stupid O'Clock wake up call but it was too tempting to resist. In spite of freezing temperatures and a soaking wet foot it was worth it. It was especially exciting…Read more Mahone Bay Moonset
Fox Hollow Brook
There's a picturesque little brook beside the BLT Rail Trail in Upper Tantallon. It's a beautiful place to hike, especially if you enjoy the sound of running water. I love the way the water flows around the rocks. I took some slow shutter speed images to accentuate the action - it creates nice abstract patterns…Read more Fox Hollow Brook
Black Beauty
My friend Gordon asked me if I was interested in photographing his horse Layla, a Friesian mare. It took me about a nanosecond to say YES! Like all supermodels, she's gorgeous and she knows it. She was quite excited to frolic in the freshly fallen snow in the paddock. It's a bit intimidating when 1000+…Read more Black Beauty