Thursday, December 30, 2010

Evening on Beaver Lake


A crisp winter night, the cutting sounds of skate blades, long shadows on the ice, and the hum of the evening crowd.  On this night, it occurred to me how I had forgotten the pleasure in this experience shared by so many of us, and so deeply ingrained in our culture.  It reminded me of evening skates with friends, capped with hot chocolate and conversation of the future.
  
Ottawa, Canada 12.2010

ShotSpecs: Canon EOS 50D | focal 15mm | ISO 2500 | shutter 1/15 | f 4.5

Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Before the Skate


Visiting Beaver Lake atop Mount Royal, brought back memories from years back.  Visitors of all ages from all walks - skating, skiing, sliding.  The trek up the mountain to the evening skate, in the crisp Montreal winter air, was an escape from studies in simpler times.
  
Ottawa, Canada 12.2010

ShotSpecs: Canon EOS 50D | focal 10mm | ISO 2500 | shutter 1/15 | f 4.5

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Almost There


As many of you know, our Nemo is a rescue pup.  Like a Russian doll, every week of every month over the past year has opened more of Nemo to the world around him.  The Holidays have been a tough time for him - the tree, the activity, the change in routine.  But when outdoors, we see how far he has come, almost there, and you would struggle to find a happier dog.  All are his friend, and his running free through the woods is a joy to see.  So glad to have him with us.
  
Ottawa, Canada 12.2010

ShotSpecs: Canon EOS 50D | focal 73mm | ISO 500 | shutter 1/800 | f 4.5

Saturday, December 25, 2010

The Pianist


With the hum of the guests in the background, he sneaks away for a few moments on the piano.  A little Jazz sprinkled with the Blues.  Slowing drawing an audience, they silently take in the moment and admiring the talent and skill developed over the many years.
  
Ottawa, Canada 12.2010

ShotSpecs: Canon EOS 50D | focal 60mm | ISO 3200 | shutter 1/125 | f 2.8

Sweets


Traditional family Christmas Eve dinner topped off with homemade desserts - bringing together the standards and some new touches from C's masterful hands.  Young and old sharing conversation and special time.  A favorite time of year.
  
Ottawa, Canada 12.2010

ShotSpecs: Canon EOS 50D | focal 24mm | ISO 3200 | shutter 1/125 | f 2.8