Justine Gustafson - Handmade Doctor Bag
I once again had the pleasure of photographing a custom handmade doctor bag by Justine Gustafson.
Helen Pelletier - Sabe Hoodies
Helen was once again in my studio with some of her new sabe hoodies. It was a fun shoot and she is so talented!
Justine Gustafson - Agawaatebiigisin/Reflections Photography
I had the pleasure of photographing some amazing work by local artist - Justine Gustafson. After learning that she would be receiving the Ontario Arts Foundation Elizabeth L. Gordon Art Program Acquisition Grant for her original shoulder bag inspired by the artists powerful connection to water, she asked me to come by her studio and photograph some of the process.
Helen Pelletier Winter Wigwas Collection - Birch Bark
Any time I get to take photos of Helen’s amazing work, it’s just an amazing experience. Her Winter Birch Bark vest, Migisi Doodem top Hat, Migisi Doodem chocker and medallion and floral arm cuffs are all going to be part of her upcoming exhibition at the Aunt Collective in Victoria, British Columbia.
Wazison Arts Photo Session
Today I had a great time photographing some handmade items at Wazison Arts. It’s an arts hub in Thunder Bay, ON for the creative and the curious. A home for artists.
Mary Creations - Birch Bark Baby Bag
Mary from Mary Creations once again asked me to photograph another original piece of hers. This time it was a birch bark baby bag that should will be giving away as a gift. It’s hard to really appreciate the detail and craftsmanship without seeing it up close and in person.
Helen Pelletier Birch Bark Hat
The amazing Helen Pelletier was at it again with her beautiful birch bark hat. I can’t even imagine all the work that goes into this. I feel very honoured to be able to photograph such a wonderful piece of work.
Fawn Meshake - Tikinagon Inspired Backpacks
It’s always amazing meeting local artists and photographing their work. Case in point, Fawn Meshake asked me to photograph her Tikinagon inspired backpacks which should would be selling at an upcoming fashion show in the US. The skill and attention to details was simply superb.
Helen Pelletier - 'Dagwagani Mawandochige'
Once again I got the opportunity to photograph one of Helen Pelletier’s birch bark pieces. This one is called ‘Dagwagani Mawandochige’, which means fall gathering. It’s a winter birch bark 30-30 rifle holder. I say this every time, but it’s probably her best work to date.
Justine Gustafson Beadwork - Studio Session
It was a wonderful session at the studio this afternoon with Justine and her absolutely stunning beadwork. She is truly talented.
Mary Creations Birch Bark
I had the pleasure of meeting yet another amazing local artist this afternoon at my studio, Mary Creations. She specializes in birch bark and she does amazing work. Check out some of her pieces below. She’s off to the Indigenous Fashion Arts Festival in Toronto this week, to showcase and sell some of her work!
Helen Pelletier Birch Bark Back Pack
Here are a few highlight from my studio session with Helen Pelletier, an absolutely amazing indigenous artist here in Thunder Bay. These are all photos of her latest winter birch bark back pack. I couldn’t over the amount of work that went into creating this.
Tea Horse Wild Rice Tea
When DAVIDsTEA reached out to me about photographing some local products I was admittedly a little confused, because they no longer have a business here in town. I soon realized they were working in collaboration with an amazing small local company called Tea Horse.
DIY Studio
I joined my wife and her friend at the DIY Studio here in the Thunder Bay. I was just there to tag along and check it out. I of course brought my camera along with every intention of taking some photos while I hung with them. I’m so glad I did. It is such a great space and service they are offering. Plus, it’s a very relaxing atmosphere too.
An Afternoon with Lukas
My family and I recently had a short road trip to Ottawa to visit our friend Amy and her family, including their 9 month old baby Lukas. We all couldn't get enough of him and his awesome personality. Being a professional photographer I always carry some sort of camera with me, and I knew I would be visiting with a couple different families throughout our trip so I decided to do a little photo session with Lukas.
Sisters Chocolates
I'm quite excited to post my first real product session. I have done quite a few in the past but I didn't really bother including them on this website, but as I do more, I'll make sure to starting sharing them. I thought it was fitting that the first product session I posted was for Sisters Chocolate, which is actually owned by Tammy Baxter, who's wedding I actually photographed not too long ago. So when she contacted me out of the blue, asking if I was interested in photographing some of her wonderful, handmade truffles, I knew I had to do it.