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Photographing a Government-Industry Roundtable with the Canadian Hydrogen Association

This week I had the privilege of photographing a government-industry roundtable hosted by the Canadian Hydrogen Association at the British Columbia Legislature. The discussion brought together elected officials and industry leaders to explore the policy, regulatory, and financial support needed to grow British Columbia’s hydrogen economy and accelerate hydrogen technology adoption.

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What Balance in Photography: What It Is and Why It Matters

In this post, I cover one of the most overlooked, yet most powerful, tools in photography: white balance. If you’ve ever wondered why your photos sometimes look too blue, too orange, or just “off,” white balance is likely the reason. Understanding how it works will help you achieve natural-looking colours, set the right mood, and take full creative control of your images.

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Metering Light in Photography

Metering light is one of the most important skills a photographer can master, shaping exposure, mood, and detail in every image. In this post, I break down how light metering works, when to use different metering methods, and how understanding light can instantly improve your photos.

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The Exposure Triangle: A Primer

The exposure triangle—aperture, shutter speed, and ISO—is the foundation of every well-exposed photograph. This post explains how these three settings work together and how mastering their balance gives you full creative control over light, motion, and depth of field.

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An afternoon walk through Mount Douglas park with a new lens

In this post, I review the Canon RF 28–70mm f/2.8 IS STM, sharing real-world impressions and sample photos from a walk through the forest. See how this versatile zoom handles sharpness, stabilization, and color in natural light and woodland scenes.

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