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Published – Delicious. Magazine, The Netherlands

April 17th, 2013 | photography, press

Delicious Magazine Photographs 201304 009 Published Delicious. Magazine, The Netherlands

When Maaike Koorman from Delicious. magazine emailed me in November I was thrilled! She wanted to use Elviage Pearl for the introduction image to the appetizer section of their Christmas issue. Heck ya! Count me in!

Delicious Magazine Photographs 201304 017 Published Delicious. Magazine, The Netherlands

The Christmas issue is stunning! I’m so used to seeing food photographed on a white background I had no idea it could be so gorgeous on rich dark grey. And the food looks, well, delicious! The magazine is entirely in dutch but I may have to translate a few of these recipes.

What are your favourite food magazines? And what do you like best about them? Is it the diversity of recipes? Loads of gorgeous photographs? Or the easy to follow instructions?

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Landscape Photographs – Your Favourites in 2012

January 7th, 2013 | photography

1. Porcelain Nest, Peaceful Winter Landscape Photograph

Hi everyone! We’ve been busy combing through my photographs and blog posts to figure out which ones were some of your favourites from the past year so we can give you more of what you want, and it being the beginning of the new year and all it seemed like a perfect time to share with you what was most popular in 2012, so here goes.

Popular Photographs in 2012

2. Lake Ontario #3, Toronto Landscape Photograph

3. Shopping Cart, Urban Photograph

4. Ipperwash #2, Minimalist Seascape Photograph

5. Exhale, Minimalist Landscape Photograph

Colours of 2013 – Sico

December 5th, 2012 | home decor

Lake Erie #10, Minimalist Landscape Photograph

{Switching Off colour palette, left to right – Time and Space, Magic Purple, Powdered Iron}

I’ve been busy drooling over the 2013 paint colour trends for the past few weeks now. So far the Sico collection is my absolute favourite, particularly their Switching Off and Visual Solace palettes. I feel like we’re on the same wavelength, Sico and I, always striving to create a calming environment in our home.

Switching Off

Lake Erie #9, Contemplative Landscape Photograph

{Switching Off colour palette, left to right – Penguin’s Back, Arctic Seal, Satie White}

This is where my heart is right now. Increasing our home’s quiet space, creating room to disconnect from technology and our hectic studio schedule. Silent, harmonizing colours to clear our minds and create room for new ideas.

The Switching Off colour collection reminds me of the night sky which I’ve always said is filled with most of my favourite colours. From the moment the sunset fades until the blackest of night emerges, all those dark blues and purples… I’ve never quite figured out how to work them into our home, especially because I prefer the look of a light and airy beach house. With the Switching Off collection it’s easier to visualize, lots of light greys on the walls, dark wood furniture and flooring, and accent walls and textiles in the quiet colours of the night.

Visual Solace

Lake Ontario #6, Soothing Landscape Photograph

{Visual Solace colour palette, left to right – Opaque Sky, Discreet Brown, Mohair Scarf}

The feminine version of Switching Off. Soothing and joyful with the notion that art and nature restore the soul, warm the heart, and bring out the best in human beings. Visual Solace is inspired by gardens in bloom and paintings by old masters, but what I see here is the beautiful collection of pinks that happens in the part of the sky opposite the sunset – when the vibrant oranges merge with the dark blues and the world has a magical, warm pinky glow for just a few minutes before night takes the reins.

Lake Ontario #3, Peaceful Landscape Photograph

{Visual Solace colour palette, left to right – Good Friday, Madeira Wine, Dutch Sky}

2013 is destined to be about nourishing our spirits.

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London Photography Show – Show Us Your Best

April 20th, 2012 | events

I’m really excited to tell you that Forest City Image Centre is presenting it’s annual exhibition of work by local photographers next week. I can’t wait to see images from other London photographers and talk to them about life, the universe, and everything else. Such a great community building event! If you’re here in London next week stop by on opening night and definitely introduce yourself to us.

Show Us Your Best
April 24-28, 2012
Opening Night: Tuesday, April 24th, 2012, 7pm
The Arts Project
203 Dundas Street, just west of Clarence
London, Ontario, Canada
Free Admission
A group show and sale

You can stay up to date on all of our upcoming events on our Events page.

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Burlington Art Centre 2012 Art Auction

February 1st, 2012 | events, photography

Toronto Landscape Photograph – Lake Ontario #2

We’re very excited to announce that again this year we’ll have a photograph included at The Burlington Art Centre Art Auction! I was on a secret mission while I was in Burlington in last month, I was dropping off Lake Ontario #2 in preparation for this year’s auction. Lake Ontario #2 will be available as a 16×20 inch photograph in a 20×24 inch frame {retail: $610}. This is one of very few ways to get your hands on a framed piece and support a fantastic arts organization. I’m honoured to be among this year’s artists, which includes world renowned wildlife artist Robert Bateman.

The auction begins at 8pm on Friday, February 10th, 2012 with preview times slated for February 8-10th, or you can preview the works anytime online. Lake Ontario #2 is currently labelled as Lot #16 so be sure to get there on time to place your bid.

Tickets are $35-$75 and you can get more information on the Burlington Art Centre’s Art Auction page.

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The Colours of 2012

January 11th, 2012 | home decor

Port Rowan #1, Nautical Beach Photograph

I love the colour palette Benjamin Moore has chosen for 2012! Filled with many natural colours and muted tones. There’s something very classic farmhouse about the collection, but with a bit of a fresh twist.

Earth & Sky

{above – left to right} Sharkskin, Fresh Olive, Battenberg, Storm Cloud Gray, Wythe Blue

Eco Trend – Flora, fauna, water and sky, moss, and rock. Nature’s elements unite in a style-savvy look that transcends it’s organic roots. Refreshing white and blue balance the palette, offering a calm, relaxing respite from the busy world.

Eclectic Elegance

Lake Ontario #3, Inspirational Seascape Photograph

{left to right} Stardust, Gypsy Love, White Dove, Nimbus Gray, Farm Fresh

Casual Glam Trend – Mix it up! This diverse palette offers a clean, tailored look that works well with any decor. A blend of carefree with chic, cool with warm, the effect is fresh and very enticing.

Spiced Life

Lake Ontario #6, Toronto Seascape Photograph

{left to right} French Press, Revere Pewter, Persimmon, Refined, Amethyst Shadow

Urban Trend – Well-seasoned hues offer a refined perspective. Rich espresso blends naturally with smooth stone and soft graphite tones. A cool amethyst lends added depth, while a hint of spice provides the perfect “kick” that wakes up the room.

Sense & Sensibility

Port Bruce #1, Peaceful Seascape Photograph

{left to right} Ballet White, Masada, Dunmore Cream, Pashmina, Montpelier

Heritage Trend – Timeless hues – epic, yet completely modern. Restrained gray, aged blue and red clay pair beautifully with rich cream and antique white. Sensibly appointed, they make an established home feel contemporary… and a new one a little more worldly.

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Landscape Photographs – Your Favourites in 2011

January 9th, 2012 | photography

Vanilla Dream, Winter Tree Photograph

Thank you so much for a wonderful 2011! Your support has been overwhelming, in a very good way, and my photography wouldn’t be at the level it is without all of your encouragement and kind words. I’m thrilled with all of our successes last year and I’m looking forward to growing with you in the coming months. We have the best clients I could have ever imagined! And now, a look at some of your favourite photographs in 2011.

Farther Than the Eye Can See, Seascape Photograph

Lake Erie #9, Landscape Photograph

Lake Erie #10, Landscape Photograph

Latent Beauty, Winter Tree Photograph

Elviage Pearl, Winter Tree Photograph

Your Top 5 Favourite Blog Posts in 2011

Hanging Pictures in a Stairway

Hanging Pictures Like Pottery Barn

How To Hang Pictures in a Stairway Like Ikea

How To Hang Pictures Like Chancie

How to Hang Art Without Nails

Wishing you tons of peace, beauty, and harmony in 2012!

Jennifer + Darren

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Featured – Photo Life Magazine, December/January 2012

December 9th, 2011 | press

201112 003 blog Featured Photo Life Magazine, December/January 2012

I was delighted one winter morning four years ago when our two feet of snow quickly and quietly melted during a three day mild streak, because I knew what that meant. When the cool snow met the warm air it created this lovely blanket of fog.

It was an absolute honour to see my landscape photography grace the pages of Photo Life Magazine.

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How these Seascape Photographs were Made

October 26th, 2011 | photography

I get a ton of questions about how I make my seascape photographs. And I have to admit, I’m always hesitant to share the details, I feel like I’m giving away some sort of secret recipe. It makes me feel like I’m revealing too much of the magic and it scares me. Because this, our studio, is my baby and I’m afraid of what could happen. Everyone tells me that if something scares me then it’s definitely something I should do in order to grow. So here goes.

The effect that you see in my seascape photographs was created entirely in camera using a long exposure.

These images were made when the sky was dark; I get up ridiculously early in the morning, 4 am sometimes, or I go out late in the evening after the sun has set. I use a tripod and I leave the shutter on my camera open for anywhere from one to sixteen minutes, which is what smooths out the waves and creates the look of fog.

The only work that I do in Photoshop is to retouch the dust that inevitably gets everywhere when photographing on the beach.

So there you have it, now you know. Tell me, have my photographs lost their magic or have they gained more?

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Bayfield Landscape Photograph – Lake Huron #1

June 21st, 2011 | landscape photography, photography

20110527 bayfield 057 blog Bayfield Landscape Photograph Lake Huron #1

Lake Huron #1, Peaceful Seascape Photograph

One evening a few weeks ago Darren and I found ourselves on location in Bayfield, Ontario. I’d done my research using Google Satellite and Flickr and had planned out two shots I was interested in doing. I don’t normally have the opportunity to make two photographs in one evening, but if I’ve never been to a location before I like to have two scenarios in mind just in case things aren’t what I expect.

Things weren’t what I expected. I had planned to either photograph a piece of a shipwreck or some rocks that sit just below the surface of the water. We got there early enough so that we could have a quick look around and plan our strategy. The north beach held no surprises, it was exactly as I had seen in my pre-production.

The south beach, however, held a lovely little secret. As we walked along the water line, camera gear in hand, toward the shipwreck I had decided would be my primary target, we noticed the wave breaks weren’t the typical corrugated metal kind that we’re used to seeing. Instead there were rows of old cement maintenance holes projecting out into the water. They were filled with dirt and some of them even had grassy bits sticking out the top. Heaven! And on top of that I was actually able to make two photographs that evening: one of the maintenance holes and one of a more typical wave break.

20110527 bayfield 060 blog Bayfield Landscape Photograph Lake Huron #1