In Flanders Field, the Poppies Grow…
One of the most emotional and poignant experiences of our trip to Belgium this June was a guided tour of the town of Ypres, Menin Gate, the Passchendaele Museum and […]
Category Archives: My Travels
Art Nouveau Style Very Unique
Some styles of decor are so out there that they become associated with only a small segment of society and fizz out of favour quickly. Art Nouveau is such a […]
Beautiful Bruges in Belgium
Bruges (spelt many different ways) in Belgium is probably one of the most photogenic places you’ll ever go to on your travels. It used to be a well-kept secret- but […]
The Van Loon Museum a Must – See in Amsterdam
I love house museums. Where else can I indulge in my passion for antiques, art and period interior design all at once? House museums are like a snapshot in time […]
The Spirit of Amsterdam
There are things every city is known for, and after my recent return from Europe I thought I’d share those that stood out for me when I think of Amsterdam. […]
Architectural Details in Quebec City Pt 2/3
Landscapes are great but I love to photograph architecture. I especially love the details that we often forget about once we’ve admired a building as a whole – especially the […]
Travels in Quebec Part 1/3
Have you ever been to Quebec City? Did you know that it’s one of only two surviving walled cities in North America? (The other is in Campeche, Mexico). Quebec City […]
Almost a Ghost Town – Coleman, Alberta
Coleman, Alberta is a great place to visit on your holidays unless you’re looking for lots of activity, shops to browse through and tourist destinations. Coleman is a small town […]
Sketching during long Car Rides
Long distance driving holidays can be pretty boring when you’re a passenger. After you’ve read your books, texted your friends and checked your email a half dozen times (yawn) […]
A Turn of the Century Museum: the John Walters Museum
Recently I did a workshop for the City of Edmonton’s “This Old Edmonton House. These workshops are for homeowners of houses that were built more than 50 years ago. The speakers at […]
