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Hamilton: The City of Waterfalls

Hamilton, often referred to as the “City of Waterfalls,” boasts an impressive collection of over 100 waterfalls, making it one of the most waterfall-dense cities in North America. These falls vary in size and character, ranging from towering cascades to gentle streams, and many are nestled in lush parks and […]

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The Storm Chaser – Jamie MacDonald

Our VANGUARD ambassador Jamie MacDonald likes to chase storms, and he recently shared these dramatic behind-the-scenes photos from one of his adventures. You can see all his work in this link: Jamie A. MacDonald (@macdonald_photo) • Photos et vidéos Instagram Visit Vanguard Canada for more product information of Vanguard Tripods.

Destinations

Among the Elk

I officially began my full-time, freelance photography/writing career in September 1979. Young, and blindly optimistic, I reasoned that Jasper National Park, in the wilds of southwestern Alberta, would be the perfect place to scoop the competition, and find fame and fortune.  So, on September 4th of that year, Aubrey and […]

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Summer adventures with Elinchrom THREE – Part 1

Having used Elinchrom lighting for over a decade, I knew the quality they deliver. So, I was really excited to try the new Elinchrom THREE light. With its sleek design and improved performance, this light seems like a game-changer and I was thrilled when the THREE twin pack arrived just […]

Editor's Choice / Inspiration

Storm Chasing

This month we have an incredible photo-story coming at you from an absolute legend: storm–chasing photographer, Mike Olbinski. Here’s what Mike had to say about what it takes to shoot in the eye of the storm: Storm chasing is such a wild adventure. Every year, I go into a new season with a blank slate. What will I […]

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South Okanagan-Similkameen Proposed National Park

In May 2023, my wife Aubrey and I spent three weeks camping in the southern Okanagan Valley in British Columbia.  Our quest was to explore, hike, and photograph the wild lands west of the town of Osoyoos where Parks Canada is hoping to locate the country’s latest protected natural region, […]

Inspiration

Behind the Scenes: Night Running

Recently I have been exploring the concept of creating photographs and not just being present for moments. A lot of the work I do is at the mercy of Mother Nature, you can plan all you want, but if it’s stormy instead of sunny, or vice versa you need to […]

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THE TOOTH-WALKER

The walrus will never win a wildlife beauty contest.  Still, I have a soft spot in my heart for this whiskered, google-eyed, wrinkle-faced beast that has played a role in many of my most memorable Arctic adventures.  One summer in particular, my fondness for the walrus grew even more when […]

Destinations

10 Best Places To Visit In The USA

August to September is an ideal period for outdoor adventures and festivals across the USA. As summer transitions into fall, the weather remains warm and inviting, perfect for exploring the great outdoors. Every destination boasts its own unique array of thrilling activities: * In the Pacific Northwest, you can hike […]

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An inward journey on the Red Island

My journey on Madagascar has been quite the adventure right from the start! Upon arriving on the island, also known as the Red Island, we embarked on what should have been two eight-hour car rides, on hazardous and stressful roads, and instead, we travelled for over 30 hours. The filming […]