Category Archives: Inspiring

When the Leaves Turn to Gold

Posted on 10/18/2026 by Jens

I always look forward to this time of year. It’s a magical experience, spending the day photographing the beautiful Autumn colours. You have to time it just right for the colours to be at their peak. If you wait too long the wind blows all the leaves off of the trees. All video, photos, editing, drone flying, and the selection of music was done by me. If you can, please watch ‘full screen’. I hope this eight minute video puts a smile on your face.

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Catwalks, Cascades, and Canyons

Posted on 10/09/2026 by Jens

Johnston Canyon, not to be confused with Johnson Lake, is famous for its dramatic limestone canyon, turquoise creek, and cascading waterfalls. It has narrow steel walkways that are bolted into the canyon walls. If you continue beyond the Upper Falls you come to The Ink Pots which are small, cold mineral springs with blue-green hues. It’s about 5.8 km one way to The Ink Pots. The trailhead is about 25 km from Banff. The trail is very busy in the summer, so the best time to go is early in the morning because there is less people on the narrow walkways. Johnston Canyon is a very popular natural attraction in Banff National Park.

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Foliage and Fleeting Light

Posted on 10/05/2026 by Jens

I always look forward to the extraordinary colours of Autumn. The reds, oranges, yellows, and lingering greens create natural layers of colour. Misty mornings and softer sunlight create compelling compositions almost everywhere you look. I wasn’t too happy when the alarm clock went off so early in the morning, but I’m glad I got up because I had such a great day. Click on each photo to see a larger version and then scroll through the gallery with your left and right computer keys. Comments are always welcome.

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The Most Visited Lake in Canada

Posted on 09/27/2026 by Jens

This video is about solo hiking at Lake Louise in Banff National Park Alberta, Canada. The lake is framed by massive mountains, evergreen forests, and steep rocky cliffs. As I hiked I photographed hanging glaciers, Hoary marmots, and a Pika. Meltwater from the glaciers carries fine rock flour into the lake, which scatters sunlight and creates the iconic, glowing blue-green colour.

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Jasper National Park

Posted on 09/21/2026 by Jens

I recently spent a week camping and hiking in Jasper National Park which was a great experience. I was disappointed at how little wildlife there was in the national park. If you are ever in Jasper I would recommend Otto’s Cache Provisions + Cafe for breakfast. I really liked the food and the vibe. If you have time please watch my video. All shooting, editing, and the selection of music has been done by me. Comments are always welcome.

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The 431 Air Demonstration Squadron

Posted on 09/10/2026 by Jens

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds are currently on their final farewell tour before being grounded at the end of the 2026 season until the early 2030’s. The aging CT-114 Tutor fleet is being retired after 55 years of service due to maintenance and lifetime limits. The Royal Canadian Air Force will transition to the new CT-157 Siskin ll ( Pilatus PC-21 ) aircraft. I knew I had to go and see them at the Abbotsford International Airshow. They always give me goosebumps when I watch them fly their nine plane formations. At 600 km/hr they are only 1.2 metres ( 4 feet ) apart. When the two solo aircraft perform their head-on passes they are about 10 metres apart when they cross. What I like about some of my photos is that you can see the pilots in their cockpits. Their close-proximity flying and collective precision was excellent. I have seen them at so many airshows during my life and I will miss them. Click on the first photo to see a larger version and then use your left and right computer keys to scroll through the gallery.

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Mistiness

Posted on 01/25/2026 by Jens

In the quiet hours of a winter morning, fog drapes the landscape in soft tones, inviting the eye to wander slowly through layers of stillness. Here, I saw in the distance a Bald Eagle perched on a farm irrigation system. Where the light meets fog and shapes gently unfold, winter whispers its quiet stories. Click on the photo to see a larger version.

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Stillness

Posted on 01/17/2026 by Jens

There’s a strange kind of magic that happens in those quiet moments when the world seems to slow down and you’re left simply observing. That’s what drew me to this scene — not the grand drama of a sunrise or the rugged peaks of a mountain, but the gentle stillness reflected in the water, the subtle glow of the last light, and the way winter and night begin to blend into one another. Click on the photo to see a larger version.

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Nature-Inspired and Thoughtful

Posted on 01/01/2026 by Jens

In the stillness of winter, a new year begins. Wishing you wisdom, renewal, and steady wings in the months ahead. Happy New Year. Click on the photo of the raven to see a larger version.

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A Broad Belt of the Bright World

Posted on 10/13/2025 by Jens

In October I look forward to chasing colours with my camera. The shorter days and cooler temperatures signals the trees to stop producing chlorophyll. At times, my hands were cold, but it felt great to spend the day in nature. Happy Thanksgiving everyone. Click on a photo to see a larger version and then use your left and right keys to scroll through the gallery.