Well, Sunday morning, my son and aspiring photographer hit the road at sunrise to try out his new birthday present-his first digital. A true bonding between father and son through the great gifts of nature and joint creativity. Where does his new passion go from here...Ansel Adams-maybe, Cartier-possible, Newton-hmmm:-) The point is photography can and should be enjoyed by all ages. It not only provides a great outlet, past-time and education, but allows you to see the world in an objective and creative manner and if you care to follow through, makes you search out those beautiful aspects you miss in routine life...and when brought into the family, gives you some much needed quality time with your children...beautiful aspect #1:-)
When I went to the Besnard Lakes show the other night, I knew nothing of the opening band, Young Galaxy. But all I can say is, I sure am glad I know about them now! The wonderful experience of discovering a new band was in full force last Thursday from the opening notes of this Montreal based unit, housed on the Arts and Crafts label and promoting their debut self-titled album. Led by entrancing lead singer Catherine McCandless and guitarist/singer Stephen Ramsay, (once a member of The Stars) they mix Floyd with Art/Space Pop, the same as Besnard Lakes, but with a lyrical edge, rather than mixing in the Zeppelin tones that Besnard hits you with in the best of their climaxes. Great for backroad drives, sunsets and kissing the sky. Check them out:
Thursday evening will see The Besnard Lakes toting their debut "..are the Dark Horse" return to Call the Office for there first return engagement. Unable to make the first show in the early summer, I will be there camera in tow to capture some images (under CTO's sometimes unforgiving lighting) of this most amazing introduction to the Canadian music scene. A most forgiving cross between The Beach Boys and Pink Floyd and ushering the best of the early 70's Art Pop into the here and now with fresh confidence, this is one band not to be missed.
Hair dresser models Tracey, Jenn and Abbey were good sports tolerating the early June heatwave we had this year to get some promo shots for the Shalimar Beauty Salon.
Well, Sunday morning, my son and aspiring photographer hit the road at sunrise to try out his new birthday present-his first digital. A true bonding between father and son through the great gifts of nature and joint creativity. Where does his new passion go from here...Ansel Adams-maybe, Cartier-possible, Newton-hmmm:-) The point is photography can and should be enjoyed by all ages. It not only provides a great outlet, past-time and education, but allows you to see the world in an objective and creative manner and if you care to follow through, makes you search out those beautiful aspects you miss in routine life...and when brought into the family, gives you some much needed quality time with your children...beautiful aspect #1:-)
