Tips for being an excellent host for #birds: 1. Leave seedheads standing 2. Rake less (#LeaveTheLeaves) 3. Keep brushy corners 🌿 www.birdscanada.org/the-bird-hos...

Hikers traverse the rocky slope on the eastern shore of Chester Lake in #Kananaskis, #Alberta. About 15 minutes after taking this shot, I was where they were. #Stunday #BlackAndWhitePhotography #YEGPhotographer #CanadianPhotographer #CanadianRockies

There they go! A big flock of Cackling Geese takes off. It was so loud, and not like the honking of Canada Geese - much squeakier 😂 #birds 🌿

Every spring the sewer grate on this particular street corner gets clogged, which makes it tricky to drive through, but great to photograph. #BlueSkyArtShow #Vertical #YEGPhotgrapher #YEG #BlackAndWhite

Well, look what showed up in my YouTube algorithm today; even as someone who has lived here over 20 years (and walking distance from the #YEGRiverValley for most of it), I didn't know some of these details. Worth a watch. www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYK_... #YEG #YEGParks #YEGDT #RibbonOfGreen

Today, I'm thankful for my #garden. I grow flowers, herbs, fruits, & veggies. I spent the weekend cooking & preserving, and was reminded of how connected we are to the earth. May I steward Her well in all seasons. #Thanksgiving #Bloomscrolling #FlowerPhotography #CanadianPhotographer

"An educated Alberta is a better Alberta." She is spot on. Quality public education is a human right--see Article 26 on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. What we have in Alberta right now does not meet the criteria, and is not best practice. We can and need to do better. #ABEducation #ABLeg

Today I am thankful to live in a city that is beautiful all year 'round. I live walking distance from Edmonton's beloved River Valley, and that feels like such a privilege. #Thanksgiving #YEG #YEGDT #YEGRiverValley #YEGPhotographer #CanadianPhotographer #Stunday

When I'm not taking photos, I work in education--our mandate is to support inclusive education for young children. The current working conditions of #ABSchools doesn't follow best practice, and doesn't support successful learning OR inclusion for children of any age. I stand with teachers.

It's #Thanksgiving in 🇨🇦, so I thought I'd share some things I'm thankful for over the next few days. Today, it's these two. They're a daily source of entertainment & affection; any day I can smother them in snuggles is a good day. What are you thankful for? Let me know in the comments! #Caturday

Look up: it’s World Migratory Bird Day! 🐦 During fall migration, dozens of species pass through Cap au Saumon: a 382-hectare protected area northeast of Quebec City that is part of one of the most important bird migratory corridors in eastern North America!

These beauties just arrived! Given current events here in Canada, it wasn't hard to come up with a theme for my 2026 calendars 🇨🇦 Available for purchase locally or via my online marketplace 👇🏻 artisans.coop/products/thi... #CanadianPhotographer #YEGPhotographer #ShopLocal #BuyLocal #LocalArt

Head's up the next time you're in the #Jasper area 👀 www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

22 days left to reach 300k signatures. We can do it! If you: * are Albertan * are over 18 * believe Alberta should remain in Canada Click the link below to find a location and sign. www.forever-canadian.ca/sign-the-pet...

This church is located in the foothills of Alberta. When I first visited it, I learned about the tension between residents of Morley and the Stoney Nakoda First Nation regarding its reconstruction, after it burned down in 2017 (article linked in last post of thread). 1/9 #NDTR

An archive from the archives; discovered in a second-hand book store on Vancouver Island, a bookworm's dream 📚 🐛 ❤️ #Booksky #MonochromeMonday #BlackAndWhitePhotography #CanadianPhotographer

Harvest season #WildlifeWednesday #NaturePhotography #Birds #BirdPhotography #Birdsky #Birding #YEGPhotographer #CanadianPhotographer

And with that, it's officially #Autumn 🍂 #AutumnalEquinox #AutumnEquinox #Equinox

Enjoying the #SummerVibes of #YEG while they last 😎

Time for another #ArtisansCooperative feature! Moon Raven Designs is based in BC, Canada, specializing in unique jewellery. Everything from hummingbirds to serpents to skulls. @[email protected] makes it easy to support local artisans; check it out! artisans.coop/products/hum...

I spent part of this afternoon photographing Operation Fruit Rescue #Edmonton (OFRE) at Riverdale Community League. OFRE has one more event happening at Avonmore on October 4, if you want to channel those fall harvest vibes. operationfruitrescue.org/apple-cider-... #YEG #YEGFood

When love is embodied in the snuggle 🥹 #Caturday #CatsOfBluesky

The colours are starting to change in #YEG! This weekend, I topped up my note card supply around the city with some #Autumn vibes. My photographic stationery is available for purchase in Edmonton at: * Anvil Coffeehouse * Apache Seeds * Wild Birds Unlimited #YEGPhotographer #YEGArt #ShopLocal

Happy #WorldShoreBirdDay to all who celebrate 😉

Meet the Canada Warbler! This striking “necklaced” warbler is named for Canada, with about 80% of all Canada Warblers breeding here. You may recognize this bird from Birds Canada’s very own logo! Have you spotted one on its journey this fall?

This black-capped chickadee is giving "say what now?" Love these expressive little fluffs! #WildlifeWednesday #YEGPhotographer #CanadianPhotographer #YEG #NaturePhotography #BirdsOfBluesky #Birds #Birbs

Somewhere in Iceland.

We interrupt your regularly scheduled photography for #PlayMusicOnThePorchDay! Please join me in my happy place as I sing part of a choral piece that I absolutely fell in love with a couple years ago. youtu.be/RhpzPcxVHOU

PETITION LOCATIONS There are more that 170 current #ForeverCanadian petition signing locations. Please, visit our website to find a location nearest you. www.forever-canadian.ca/sign-the-pet... Please, sign the petition and, if you can, register to help us collect signatures. THANK YOU!

This feels like a spot of good news www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...

EDMONTON, here’s another #ForeverCanadian pop-up petition location for you. #Yeg

#WorldPhotographyWeek continues; TODAY is #WorldPhotographyDAY! Tonight, I will celebrate at a flower farm--my first outing with the Images Alberta Camera Club, which I just recently joined! To honour the day, please enjoy some of my favourite compositions. #YEGPhotographer #CanadianPhotographer

May your #Coffee be strong and your #Monday be short. One of my earliest--and favourite--still-life compositions. #MonochromeMonday #WorldPhotographyWeek #WorldPhotographyWeek2025 #BlackAndWhitePhotography #StillLifePhotography

I was caught up in other things last weekend and missed #InternationalCatDay, but claws will come out if I don't acknowledge today's important holiday: #BlackCatAppreciationDay I am the proud owner of a void--she has extra toes, half a tail, and a double dose of spunk. I love being her human 🥰

All year, I'm featuring #ArtisansCooperative artists! ThronesWoven is an #Indigenous dreamcatcher weaver. I had one when I was young. As an anxious child, it offered night-time reassurance for many years. As an adult, I see the love & care put into the weaving--itself a powerful form of protection.

Someone named this place Hard Luck Canyon, and none of the signs I saw explained the rationale. My experience was more Soft Luck Canyon: a serene little place to stop and stretch one's legs, skip a rock or two, and cool one's feet. #WorldPhotographyWeek #WaterfallWednesday #YEGPhotographer

Oh, hi, it's #WorldPhotographyWeek! Over the next several days, I'll be sharing some newer work, some older work, and some of my all-time favourite shots--along with the story behind each image. Today we start close to home. 👇🏻 (1/3) #YEGPhotographer #CanadianPhotographer #WorldPhotographyWeek2025

Bird book alert! The Birding Dictionary, my funny yet educational little guide, is back in stock everywhere www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/rosem...

According to the presser, most of the areas where black bear hunting with dogs will be allowed have resident grizzly bears, which in theory cannot be hunted. What could go wrong?

Happy Heritage Day! Today is a time to remember that we live in a place where no matter where we come from, together all of our diverse backgrounds makes our province better. Let’s celebrate the cultures, traditions and histories each of us contribute to the beautiful and growing story of Alberta.

#BlueskyArtShow #Gratitude when you least expect it you find a rainbow

I am filled with #Gratitude every time I'm outdoors with my camera. I love living within a day's drive of diverse landscapes. Where the sky is big. Where there is beauty in all 4 seasons. Where I can experience nature close up. #BlueSkyArtShow #Photography #YEGPhotographer #AlbertaPhotographer

OK, help me out. Found this behind baseboards in my post-war-era home. Web search shows similar pins for Canada & other cities, but can’t find the history. What were they from? *When* were they from? @cdnhistoryehx.bsky.social @edmonton-historia.bsky.social #YEG #Canada #YEGHistory

Wood frog on a greater plantain leaf for #WildlifeWednesday #YEGPhotographer #CanadianPhotographer #WildlifePhotography

Topped up the note card supply today at Anvil Coffeehouse in Ottewell (and also had the best iced tea of my life)! My cards are also available for purchase at Apache Seeds and Wild Birds Unlimited if those are preferred locations. #YEG #YEGArtist #YEGArt #SupportLocal #ShopLocal #YEGPhotographere

Into journalling? Just need a place to jot down important info? These notebooks are available in my online store through the #ArtisansCooperative: artisans.coop/pages/seller... @coopartisans.bsky.social #BlueSkyNightMarket #BSNM #BskyNightMarket #NightMarket #YEGPhotographer #CanadianPhotographer

Came across the sweetest merlin in rural #AB today. A female or juvenile, she was equal parts wary of as curious. I particularly love the little "fascinator" on her head. She let me get within 5-6ft of her and she modelled for me for several minutes. #WildlifePhotography #YEGPhotographer

Last call for #ArtWalk patrons! All my work is 10% off for the last day 😄 Festival runs in #OldStrathcona, rain or shine, till 5pm! 🎨📷✍🏼

Day 2 on #YEGWhyteAve! Come for the #ArtWalk, stay for the: * Sand sculptures * Old Strathcona Farmer’s Marker * @albertandp.ca Pancake Breakfast I’ll be here, with other artists, today until 5pm! #YEG #YEGArt #LocalArt #WhyteAve #YEGPhotographer