"Cosmic Canoes" is a new addition to the "Surreal Alberta" digital artwork series constructed from images shot in Canmore, Alberta outside of Banff National Park.
Showing posts with label Banff National Park. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Banff National Park. Show all posts
May 30, 2021
May 24, 2021
Jaws 5: Revenge at Lake Louise
This new Surreal Alberta series leaves a lot of room to play. Just keep an eye out for those lake sharks the next time you're exploring Lake Louise in Banff National Park.
May 21, 2021
Art Print: Wonderland Springs
"Wonderland Springs" is another addition to my brand new surrealist, digital artwork series inspired by Alberta scenes from my professional travel photography archives. Pink hues, shooting stars, and a fairytale castle in the Rockies - this latest composite and art print features the iconic Banff Springs Hotel in Banff National Park.
Sep 10, 2019
A Postcard Written En Route in 1926
I've always loved vintage postcards for the simple stories they tell and the brief glimpses into history they provide. This postcard featuring the Three Sisters near Banff in Alberta was mailed in 1926. What I love most about it is that it was written while riding the train.
Sent back to his mother in Hamilton, Ontario, this postcard was likely purchased at the Banff train station. You can picture him looking out the window at the mountains as he writes this message on the way to Vancouver. The postcard reads:
Oct. 12 / 1926
My Dear Mother, I am now running along the Fraser River. I have just got across the Selkirks and into the coast range. I'll be in Vancouver at 8:30 in the morning. It is now about 7:30.
Love, Jim
Affixed with a one cent stamp, the postcard was mailed from Vancouver on October 13, 1926.
Sent back to his mother in Hamilton, Ontario, this postcard was likely purchased at the Banff train station. You can picture him looking out the window at the mountains as he writes this message on the way to Vancouver. The postcard reads:Oct. 12 / 1926
My Dear Mother, I am now running along the Fraser River. I have just got across the Selkirks and into the coast range. I'll be in Vancouver at 8:30 in the morning. It is now about 7:30.
Love, Jim
Affixed with a one cent stamp, the postcard was mailed from Vancouver on October 13, 1926.Jun 13, 2019
Flying Over the Rocky Mountains
For as many times as I've flown west out of Calgary and over the Alberta Rockies, I've never tired of seeing these dramatic views from above. The transition from prairies into stunning mountain ranges is amazing to watch and it still impresses me every single time.
Nov 7, 2018
10 Architectural Gems in Alberta
When my Around Alberta travel photography series launched back in 2014 I found myself exploring a lot of incredible and iconic locations around this province.
Shape, colour, symmetry, design, texture - some of my favourite highlights from the series have involved architecture. When I thought about sharing a few pictures from the archive, these were 10 spots (among numerous others) that sprung to mind. How many have you explored / visited yourself? See if you can identify these 10 architectural gems found around Alberta. If there are a few spots you don't recognize you'll find the locations listed at the bottom of this post.
How many did you know?
1. Calgary Tower in Calgary, Alberta. 2. Wonderland Sculpture in Calgary, Alberta. 3. Prince of Wales Hotel in Waterton Lakes National Park. 4. Alberta Legislature in Edmonton, Alberta. 5. Medicine Hat Public Library in Medicine Hat, Alberta. 6. Art Gallery of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta. 7. Banff Park Museum in Banff National Park. 8. High Level Bridge in Lethbridge, Alberta. 9. Glacier Skywalk in Jasper National Park. 10. Studio Bell in Calgary, Alberta.
Shape, colour, symmetry, design, texture - some of my favourite highlights from the series have involved architecture. When I thought about sharing a few pictures from the archive, these were 10 spots (among numerous others) that sprung to mind. How many have you explored / visited yourself? See if you can identify these 10 architectural gems found around Alberta. If there are a few spots you don't recognize you'll find the locations listed at the bottom of this post. How many did you know?
1. Calgary Tower in Calgary, Alberta. 2. Wonderland Sculpture in Calgary, Alberta. 3. Prince of Wales Hotel in Waterton Lakes National Park. 4. Alberta Legislature in Edmonton, Alberta. 5. Medicine Hat Public Library in Medicine Hat, Alberta. 6. Art Gallery of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta. 7. Banff Park Museum in Banff National Park. 8. High Level Bridge in Lethbridge, Alberta. 9. Glacier Skywalk in Jasper National Park. 10. Studio Bell in Calgary, Alberta.
Nov 5, 2018
A Postcard Mailed From Banff in 1953
With Banff National Park and visits to Alberta's Rockies still as popular as ever, it's cool to look back at vintage postcards and see just how much has (or often hasn't) changed. This postcard was mailed from Banff, Alberta to Webster, New York on June 25, 1953.
Featuring an image of Castle Mountain, this vintage postcard lists the location as Mount Eisenhower. The mountain held that name between 1946 to 1979, named after World War II General (and later 34th President of the United States) Dwight D. Eisenhower. The image of Castle Mountain is by Byron Harmon, who was a prominent photographer of the Canadian Rockies and owned a photography business in Banff until his death in 1942.
The back of the postcard reads, "We returned to Lake Louise today again as yesterday it snowed all day up here and poured rain. Today it is nice. Got lots of pictures today. Cloudy but nice. We got pictures of 2 elk, 3 moose, one at a time we saw 12 moose, 9 elk, 1 beaver, lots of bears. We stayed in Banff last night. Plan to go back and stay at same place tonight."
An additional scribble says they were staying at the Homestead Hotel, which amazingly still exists in Banff, Alberta today as the Homestead Inn.
The back of the postcard reads, "We returned to Lake Louise today again as yesterday it snowed all day up here and poured rain. Today it is nice. Got lots of pictures today. Cloudy but nice. We got pictures of 2 elk, 3 moose, one at a time we saw 12 moose, 9 elk, 1 beaver, lots of bears. We stayed in Banff last night. Plan to go back and stay at same place tonight." An additional scribble says they were staying at the Homestead Hotel, which amazingly still exists in Banff, Alberta today as the Homestead Inn.
Sep 1, 2018
7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
From mountains and prairies to badlands and glaciers, you don't have to look very far to find some pretty epic scenery in Alberta, Canada. Over the last few years I've been building a series while exploring this province. While there is still plenty left to see, these are "7 natural wonders" featuring some of the wilderness, parks, and geological marvels that make Alberta a truly iconic and unique destination to explore.
All of the photography in this post is original and was shot as part of my Around Alberta series. Click any of the titles in this post to view the complete gallery associated with that location.
Writing On Stone Provincial Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
Located in southern Alberta, Writing On Stone (Áísínai´pi) is an incredible geological treasure in the Milk River valley. Featuring hoodoos, First Nations history, and a wealth of trails, this is a spectacular place to camp, hike, and explore. In 2005 this area was designated a National Historic Site of Canada.
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Jasper National Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
Jasper National Park is the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. Grizzly bears, moose, and big horn sheep are found here against the backdrop of pristine lakes and awe-inspiring mountain vistas.
Explore more of this location:
Red Rock Coulee Natural Area - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
A small natural area in the southern Alberta prairies, Red Rock Coulee is not to be missed. Giant red spherical boulders create an almost otherworldly landscape and offer a unique experience that's off the beaten path.
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Waterton Lakes National Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
The pristine wilderness and stunning landscape of Waterton are something that can only be experienced in person. The transition from the rolling prairies to majestic mountain ranges is equally impressive as you approach this national park in the southwestern corner of Alberta.
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Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
A place like Head-Smashed-In puts the history of the Great Plains and its earliest inhabitants into perspective. With over 5000 years of history connected to this location, it's a profound experience to view one of the largest and best preserved buffalo jumps in existence.
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Dinosaur Provincial Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
As one of the richest deposits of dinosaur fossils in the world, Dinosaur Provincial Park is in a league of its own. Beautiful badlands topography is only made more incredible when paired with the discoveries that have been made here.
Explore more of this location:
Banff National Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
Canada's oldest national park is also one of its most iconic. There's no denying that on an international level, Banff National Park is what puts Alberta on the map for many. The park boasts the most annual visitors of any other national park in the country, and its scenery and attractions give a good explanation as to why. There's no other place quite like it.
Explore more of this location:
All of the photography in this post is original and was shot as part of my Around Alberta series. Click any of the titles in this post to view the complete gallery associated with that location.
Writing On Stone Provincial Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
Located in southern Alberta, Writing On Stone (Áísínai´pi) is an incredible geological treasure in the Milk River valley. Featuring hoodoos, First Nations history, and a wealth of trails, this is a spectacular place to camp, hike, and explore. In 2005 this area was designated a National Historic Site of Canada.
Explore more of this location:
Jasper National Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
Jasper National Park is the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. Grizzly bears, moose, and big horn sheep are found here against the backdrop of pristine lakes and awe-inspiring mountain vistas.
Explore more of this location:
Red Rock Coulee Natural Area - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
A small natural area in the southern Alberta prairies, Red Rock Coulee is not to be missed. Giant red spherical boulders create an almost otherworldly landscape and offer a unique experience that's off the beaten path.
Explore more of this location:
Waterton Lakes National Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
The pristine wilderness and stunning landscape of Waterton are something that can only be experienced in person. The transition from the rolling prairies to majestic mountain ranges is equally impressive as you approach this national park in the southwestern corner of Alberta.
Explore more of this location:
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
A place like Head-Smashed-In puts the history of the Great Plains and its earliest inhabitants into perspective. With over 5000 years of history connected to this location, it's a profound experience to view one of the largest and best preserved buffalo jumps in existence.
Explore more of this location:
Dinosaur Provincial Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
As one of the richest deposits of dinosaur fossils in the world, Dinosaur Provincial Park is in a league of its own. Beautiful badlands topography is only made more incredible when paired with the discoveries that have been made here.
Explore more of this location:
Banff National Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
Canada's oldest national park is also one of its most iconic. There's no denying that on an international level, Banff National Park is what puts Alberta on the map for many. The park boasts the most annual visitors of any other national park in the country, and its scenery and attractions give a good explanation as to why. There's no other place quite like it.
Explore more of this location:
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