The American Room
Tucked inside the library of Osgoode Hall lies The American Room. Designed by Burke and Horwood, it was completed in 1895 and features two levels joined by a narrow but amazing spiral staircase. A hidden gem in an amazing city.
Toronto, ONFrom City & Architecture
Kanarra Creek Falls
It’s not very often that you can experience such an iconic place by yourself, and be able to take-in it’s grandeur and sheer awesomeness without being disturbed by other visitors. This was one of those cases, where I was the first one at the trailhead, and had this amazing waterfall all to myself for nearly an hour. Although the roar of the falls dominated the canyon, there was a peaceful emptiness to it that I absorbed while photographing the scene in front of me. I left with this photograph, some amazing memories, and smile on my face knowing that I may never experience that place the same way again.
Kanarraville, UTFrom Landscapes
Alone in December
This was a second composition from my hike into Meech Lake last December following a fresh snowfall. The mild temperatures had me down to a long-sleeve t-shirt during the shoot, and also meant that parts of the lake remained open; offering deep blues throughout the scene. This was another 4-row/36 shot pano to capture this image.
Gatineau, QCFrom Landscapes
Foro Romano
On our last morning in Rome, we both got up early to check out the Roman Forum. Expecting at least a few other photographers out there, we were surprised to arrive and realize we were the only ones silly enough to venture out that early! Nevertheless, we were greeted by the last few moments of illumination on the remaining architecture, as the sun began to rise behind the clouds. Rome was truly an incredible city, and we hope to return to continue exploring the rich history and photo opportunities it presents.
Rome, ITFrom City & Architecture
Notre-Dame-des-Victoires
A small church tucked into a quiet courtyard in Old Quebec City as we await the coming of Christmas.
Quebec City, QCFrom City & Architecture
Colosseum
I usually espouse the benefits of sunrise shots to get empty scenes void of tourists, but there are times when your shooting schedule is so busy that a sunset/blue hour is the only time you have to shoot such an amazing piece of architecture.
I won't try and make you believe that I was given exclusive access to shoot the scene empty, or that I "got lucky" with no tourists in the shot. This image took about 2hrs of on-site shooting, and about 5hrs of editing to get the final shot before you...tourist-free.
Sometimes you work with what you're given, and I can't wait to return to this city to explore and capture more of its beauty!
Rome, ITFrom City & Architecture
The Law Library of the University of Michigan
I had the opportunity to take a course at U-Mich this summer, and with nights free to roam the campus, I was pleasantly surprised to discover the Law Library. While getting access after dark wasn't particularly easy, patience prevailed and I was able to get in and photograph the architecture just before closing, and after nearly all the students had left.
Ann Arbor, MIFrom City & Architecture
Piazza Bra
On the recommendation of a friend, we added a quick stop in Verona during out 2016 trip to Italy. Not sure of what to expect, it quickly became one of our favourite cities on the trip; immediately regretting our decision to spend only one night.
Here sits the town centre of Piazza Bra, where the cobblestone streets wrap around the Arena di Verona just before sunrise. A stark contrast from the bustling and music filled scene we experienced at dinner here the night before.
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Piazzale degli Uffizi
The Uffizi art gallery courtyard just before sunrise. The gallery holds collections from several famous artists including Botticelli, da Vinci, Rembrandt, Raphael, and Michelangelo. Early mornings are a little tough on the body, but having places like this void of any tourists or people totally make it worth it!
Firenze, ITFrom City & Architecture
Sandstone Swells
My first real shot at abstract photography occurred while looking up in Antelope Canyon. The mesmerizing patterns and flows of texture etched into the sandstone walls, combined with the unique and ever-changing colours reminded me waves crashing in a pool. It also served as a good reminder that the best shots aren’t always in front of you, and widening your views on things can present some amazing opportunities.
Page, AZFrom Landscapes
Ponte Umberto
Linking the Palace of Justice with the areas around Piazza Navona, Ponte Umberto provides an amazing view of Ponte Sant'Angelo, the Tiber River, and St. Peter's Basilica.
Rome, ITFrom City & Architecture
Horseshoe Bend
The bend is an amazing geological feature located just South of Page, AZ where the Colorado River meanders around the horseshoe-shaped canyon. An easy hike in, and no ropes or barriers to prevent you from making the 1000+ ft descent, gave me an excellent opportunity to set up multiple cameras on the very edge, resulting in this panoramic image.
Page, AZFrom Landscapes
Hourglass
Moving through the canyons in Antelope were like running sprints. The crowds and number of tours moving through the narrow passageways only presents you with a limited amount of time to capture some of the more unique features. The sand falling over the ledge highlighted the need to slow down and appreciate exactly where you are standing, and reflect on how our time on this earth is running out, one grain at a time.
Page, AZFrom Landscapes
A Ray of Light in the Darkness
“…A single ray of light from a distant star falling upon the eye of a tyrant in bygone times may have altered the course of his life, may have changed the destiny of nations, may have transformed the surface of the globe, so intricate, so inconceivably complex are the processes in Nature. In no way can we get such an overwhelming idea of the grandeur of Nature than when we consider…throughout the Infinite, the forces are in a perfect balance, and hence the energy of a single thought may determine the motion of a universe.” - Nikola Tesla
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