Lens Test Canon RF 85mm f2.0 STM

Testing out the Canon RF Macro 85mm f2.0 STM lens and I am extremely impressed at the macro capabilities, sharpness and creamy background. This image taken at f5 Image below and above both shot at f4 All photos taken with the Canon R6MII + RF 85mm f2.0 Macro STM lens. As a mom, who isContinue reading “Lens Test Canon RF 85mm f2.0 STM”

Lens Tests | Canon RF

With an upcoming trip to Eastern Canada, I had my eye on the Canon RF 15-30mm lens. I even found it used through Henrys, yet something was holding me back. I kept hearing wait. I was truthfully becoming more anxious as once a used lens is gone, its gone. Sunday evening, as we were gettingContinue reading “Lens Tests | Canon RF”

Nature Reset

For the August long weekend we were off line away at a family cottage. It was exactly the reset I needed, in such a deep way. To re-align with my heart and soul on the journey that we are on. Being, in the moment. Whatever that moment was. To choose to just be, and enjoyContinue reading “Nature Reset”

Forest Bathing

If you enjoy nature, I highly recommend getting yourself out INTO the forest to truly experience the magic of Forest Bathing! “Forest bathing, also known as Shinrin-yoku, is the practice of spending time in nature, particularly forests, to enhance well-being through sensory engagement. It’s not just about physical exercise; it’s a mindful experience where youContinue reading “Forest Bathing”

Lens-Artists Challenge #359 | Lines, Colours & Patterns

From JohnBo our challenge leader this week, “This week, the challenge is to examine your gallery or go on a photo walk. The objective is to find examples of photographs that feature compositional elements such as lines, patterns, or colors. There are times that you can find all three examples in one photograph, as inContinue reading “Lens-Artists Challenge #359 | Lines, Colours & Patterns”

Lens Artists Challenge #358 | Live and Learn

This week, Tina hosts the challenge called Live and Learn. She writes, “It’s often said that as we age it’s important to continue to maintain our social lives, to stay healthy both physically and mentally, and to challenge ourselves to learn new things.” You can read her entire challenge post here. Thank you Photobyjohnbo.com forContinue reading “Lens Artists Challenge #358 | Live and Learn”

Lens Artists Challenge #357 | Into The Woods

Forest Bathing… Ahhhh when I read this weeks theme and saw the post, my heart knew which photos I would be sharing. One of my favourite ways of forest bathing, is going on UTV trails through the trees and water. Not only is it beautifully calming, nature is the best reset! Getting out in nature,Continue reading “Lens Artists Challenge #357 | Into The Woods”

Mount Forest Fireworks Festival Car Show | Silent Sunday

Check out all of my public photos from the Mount Forest Fireworks Festival Car Show in the album below! For more information for next year, check out their website here!

The Quiet Magic of Garden Photography

There’s something sacred about a garden. In fact… 🌸 A Garden Tells a Story There’s something deeply personal about a garden.It holds quiet memories—of hands in soil, of favourite blooms that remind us of someone, of change through seasons. When I walk into a garden with my camera, I’m not just looking for perfect flowers.I’mContinue reading “The Quiet Magic of Garden Photography”

Embracing Growth: A Reflective Meditation Experience

Growth is an interesting thing. I began an 8 week course last night and waking up this morning my heart was feeling so full. Alicia led us through a couple meditations and the one, well it was near water and my soul was instantly there and the peace I felt wash over me was quiteContinue reading “Embracing Growth: A Reflective Meditation Experience”