Nov 08
This month we traveled to Tofino for four days. The weather was beautiful once we got up there, but the drive was treacherous and wet. Part of the new highway had washed out! I had forgotten that November is salmon-spawning season, but we were told by the locals that it was a must-see. A very fat black bear made an appearance while we were at the river, and I had the chance to photograph him. In my excitement to get the right shot, he got way too close to me, and only later on did I realize what had happened. The bear came right out of the river and onto the trail in front of me. He may have been fat, but he wasn't slow. He wasn't scared of people either!
This month I've also started working in a studio setting. Up until now I've relied on the great outdoors to provide me with a backdrop and light source, but I've been lucky enough to gain access to some basic studio equipment, and I'm enjoying it a lot. My degree in theatre included classes in lighting design for stage, and I've found lighting for photography isn't much different. Model: Laura Mitic. Makeup: Emmy Beaton.
