JLW Documentary

70lbs There is a bag of sour cream and onion chips in her top drawer. My dad left them in there. She asked me to feed them to her today. . . .... #ms #ppms #msdocumentary #mssociety #documentaryphotography #documentaryphotographer #bnwphotography #blackandwhitemagazine #bnw_captures #igbnw #unvaeledjournal #womenphotograph #womenphotographers #photographerswithoutborders #therawsociety See more

Moonlight drowns out all but the brightest stars ~The Lord of the Rings, J.J.R. Tolkien~ . . . #fineartphotography #finartphotography #bnwphotography #bnwmood #bnw_captures #blackandwhitemagazine #thebeautifulreal #saskphotographer #yqrphotographer #portraitphotography #portraitphotographers #unvaeljournal

And then I feel the sun itself as it blazes over the hills, like a million flowers on fire ~Mary Oliver~ .... . . #fineartphotography #movementculture #dancephotography #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer #movement #dancersofinstagram #thebeautifulreal #unvaeljournal #bnwmood #igbnw #themonochromaticlens #maryoliverquotes #movementismedicine See more

I loved photographing these two beautiful, confident, and talented young women. We had fun exploring an old grain elevator together. Here are a few shots of them together. I’ll post some individual ones soon.

I salute the light within your eyes where the whole universe dwells. For when you are at that center within you and I am at that place within me, we shall be one. ~Chief Crazy Horse, Oglala Sioux 1877~ . . .... #drumming #indigenouswomen #photographerswithoutborders #womenphotograph #womenphotographers #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer #natgeoyourshot #bnwmood #igbnw #themonochromaticlens #bnw_captures #bnwportrait See more

Chemotherapy made Kim’s hair fall out. It happened sooner than she expected. She mentally prepared by cutting her hair shorter. Soon after, her hair started falling out in clumps. Kim in her usual positive fashion, embraced the change and pushed forward. Her sister Becky had purchased a wig in Regina and I carried it in my luggage to Vancouver. This was Kim’s first wig. She had many hats and turbans so she looked forward to the idea of hair. Kim’s older sister, Nat, also has health issues (Hasimoto’s and Alopecia) which has led to hair loss. Nat was showing Kim how to use and position the wig. Here they are in Nat’s home. . . . #ovariancancer #ovariancancerawareness #ovariancancercanada #cbc #womenphotograph #womenphotographers #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer #documentaryphotography #reportagespotlight #bnwphotography

Going home Without my sorrow. Going home Sometime tomorrow Going home... To where it’s better Than before ~ Leonard Cohen~ . . . #yogapractice #yogaeverydamnday #yogawoman #yogi #yogaphotography #yogaphotoshoot #yogalife #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer See more

This is ovarian cancer. Extreme pain brought Kim into the ER. After numerous investigations, she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. The first step was surgery, which removed a 20cm tumour. This is her battle scar. I will be sharing more of Kim’s story soon. But for now, please keep her in your thoughts and send love her way. . .... . #ovariancancerawareness #ovariancancer #fuckcancer #documentaryphotography #bnwmood #bnw_captures #womenphotograph #womenphotographer #featureshoot #shotsmagazine #photographerswithoutborders #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer #natgeoyourshot #igbnw See more

And even though it went all wrong I’ll stand before the lord of song With nothing on my tongue but hallelujah . .... . #yogapractice #yogaphotography #yogaphotoshoot #yogaphotographer #yogi #yogawomen #leonardcohen #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer #movementculture #igbnw #blackandwhiteminimalismmag #bnwminimalismmag #unvaeljournal #bnwmood #bnwcaptures See more

There are pockets of light that seep into my home. It's almost in slow motion. Like swimming underwater with the tide pushing against your skin. Not overpowering like the sea, but a lake surrounded by trees on a summer day. Still able to open your eyes and look underneath the surface, yet not needing any breath. ... The light in my home greets me as though we were long time friends. It warms my heart with wonder and gratitude. And I sit there in awe as I watch it grow, and dance, and play. It has not been taught to move one way or another. It moves because of it's connection to nature. The intimacy of a lover who has danced with your soul. But the secrecy within your diary pages that only you know. . . . #poetry #light #dancinglights #bnwmood #bnwminimalismmag #bnwminimalism #shotsmagazine #presence #bnw_captures #bnwmood #igbnw #ig_bnw_legit #photographerswithoutborders #thebeautifulreal #inspiration #timetobehave #thoughts See more

Humankind has not woven the web of life. We are but one thread within it. Whatever we do to the web, we do to ourselves. All things are bound together. All things connect. ... ~Chief Seattle, 1854~ . . . #yogaphotoshoot #yogaphotography #maternityyoga #maternityphotoshoot #yogi #yogawomen #purelivingyogayqr #womenphotograph #womenphotographer #womenphotography #bnwphotography #bnwmood #bnwminimalismmag #bnwminimalism #igbnw #shotsmagazine #featureshoot #themonochromaticlens #womenstreetphotographers #thebeautifulreal #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer See more

The trees know that you can be still and grow at the same time ~Chris McGeown~... . . . #yoga #yogawoman #yogaphotoshoot #yogi #yogateachertraining #purelivingyogayqr #womenphotograph #womenphotographer #bnwphotography #bnwmood #igbnw #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer See more

Tomorrow is the last day for a 15% discount

those who flow as life flows know..... they need no other force ~Lao Tzu~ . .... . #yogapractice #yogateachertraining #yogi #yogawoman #purelivingyogayqr #bnwphotography #bnwmood #bnw_captures #yogaphotoshoot #themonochromaticlens #igbnw #womenphotograph #womenphotographer #yqrphotographer See more

The only temple that matters is the one found within yourself ~Dalai Lama~ . . .... #yogapractice #yogaphotography #yogaphotoshoot #yogi #meditation #yogawoman #purelivingyogayqr #bnwphotography #bnwmood #igbnw #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer #featureshoot #lensculture #photographerswithoutborders #thebeautifulreal #unraveledacademy #themonochromaticlens #therawsociety See more

Mother Nature reveals her secrets to those who walk her paths ~Shikoba~ . . .... #purelivingyogayqr #yogateachertraining #yogapractice #yogawomen #womenphotograph #yogisofinstagram #bnwphotography #bnw_captures #ig_bnwlovers #thebeautifulreal #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer #yogaphotography See more

Within every woman there is a wild and natural creature, a powerful force, filled with good instincts passionate creativity and ageless knowing. Her name is : Wild Woman But she is .... an endangered species. ~ Women Who Run With the Wolves ~ .... . . #fineartphotography #fineart #womenwhorunwiththewolves #womenphotograph #womenstreetphotographers #womenempowerment #womenphotographer #bnwmood #bnw_captures #thebeautifulreal #unraveledacademy #yqrphotographer #blackandwhitephotography See more

For the past three years I have had the absolute pleasure of photographing @purelivingyogayqr teacher trainer graduates. This year I was blown away by the talent and energy these humans encompassed. They were connected and vulnerable and just plain lovely to work with. I wanted to share some of my favourites with you. The first one I’m sharing is one of my absolute favourites. Tash you are so beautiful!! Thank you for trusting me. . . .... #purelivingyogayqr #nudeyoga #unraveledacademy #thebeautifulreal #fineartphotography #yogaphotography #yogaphotoshoot #yogi #bnwmood #bnw_captures #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer #womenphotograph #womenphotographer #womenstreetphotographers #featureshoot #therawsociety See more

When you can no longer speak I am your voice. Advocacy is crucial to those individuals whose voices are not heard. My mom is one of them. Her voice is quiet and distorted with words that are sometimes difficult to understand. So I disobey then rules which gets me into trouble, but I don’t care. Her words (as difficult as it is to speak) need to be heard and validated and engaged. She needs connection even if it is only through sound and sight. Sometimes rules need to be brok...en in order to provide a quality of life one deserves. I see you momma. . . . #ms #mssociety #documentaryphotography #advocacy #disabilityadvocate #msdocumentary #bnwphotography #igbnw #reportagespotlight #shotsmagazine #rawsociety #womenphotographer #womenphotograph #womenstreetphotographers #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer See more

I am starting to book outdoor family sessions. Anyone who books before August 31st gets at 15% discount. Please share

Today I spent some time at Walking With Our Angels camp. The fire continues to burn and there seems to be an increase in support as the days go by. One thing I have noticed was the outpouring of support Tristen has received. Individuals will stop by to bring tea, honey, vitamins, , books, firewood, water, cash for upcoming legal fees, and night patrol. I can sense their compassion and empathy. There are so many kind humans in this world, it brought a few tears to my eyes. I h...ave not been around camp 24/7 so have not been able to witness all of the kind deeds. However, today @tboxconcession came while I was at camp. Not only are they raising cash donations for legal fees, they brought drinks, firewood, and offered to take on night patrol. Amazing Here are a few photos from today. . . . #walkingwithourangels #suicideprevention #suicideawareness #indigenoussuicideawarness #tboxconcession #ctvregina #waynemantyka #documentaryphotography #documentaryphotographer #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer #cbcsask #shotsmagazine #igbnw #bnwmood #featureshoot #reportagespotlight @ Regina, Saskatchewan See more

Tristan has made a historical journey from Northern Saskatchewan to Regina. Tristan’s journey to Regina was provoked by the government’s decision to turn down the NDP’s suicide prevention bill. He has known too many individuals who have committed suicide and is aware of the high statistics surrounding suicide. His heart was heavy and felt compelled to do something to create change in their honour. Outside of his teepee, you will find the faces of individuals who have passed a...way from suicide. There are battery operated candles resting in front with offerings of tobacco. In addition, to his presence at the Legislative Building, Tristan has been on a hunger strike. He has been sipping on water and tea for the past six days. He plans to continue for as long as possible. Tristan’s sense of empathy and compassion is overwhelming. I have so much respect for him and am grateful he has agreed to let me photograph him. If you feel compelled to support Tristan, he is accepting firewood, water, and battery operated candles. . . . #walkingwithourangels #suicideprevention #cbc #reportagespotlight #yqrphotographer #documentaryphotography #treatyfourterritory #documentaryphotographer #bnw_captures #igbnw #womenphotographer #womenstreetphotographers #burnmagazine #ctvregina #cbc #friendsinprofile @ Regina, Saskatchewan See more

Every Dog’s Story by Mary Oliver I have a bed, my very own. It’s just my size. And sometimes I like to sleep alone ... with dreams inside my eyes. But sometimes dreams are dark and wild and creepy and I wake, and am afraid, though I don’t know why. But I’m no longer sleepy and too slowly the hours go by. So I climb on the bed where the light of the moon is shining on your face and I know it will be morning soon. Everybody needs a safe place. @dr.jennys you were Rosie’s safe place. Thank you for sharing Rosie’s story and journey with cancer. Even though this story ended, another just began.... #dogswithcancer #rainbowbridge #dogsofinstagram #documentaryphotography #bnwphotography #maryoliver #igbnw #ig_bnwlovers #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer #blackandwhitephotography #blackandwhitemagazine #lakewoodanimalhospital See more

Rosie has been getting weaker. The pathology on her tumour showed an aggressive form of cancer. Within a short period of time, numerous tumours have appeared on her body. One of them, is a fist sized tumour which has wrapped around her aorta, close to where it splits into the femoral artery. She has been having difficulty getting into bed, so Jenny’s husband Morrie has been carrying her. . . . #dogsofinstagram #dogswithcancer #bnwmood #documentaryphotography #yqrphotographer #saskdocumentaryphotography #saskphotographer #ig_bnwlovers #dfpcommunity #bnw_greatshots @ Saskatchewan

I know nothing with any certainty But the sight of the stars makes me dream ~ Vincent Van Gogh ~ .... . . #grad2020 #thebeautifulreal #bnw #bnwphotography #bnwmood #blackandwhitephotography #bnw_captures See more

***Please be aware photographs in this post capture a surgery. If you follow my ongoing story about Rosie, the dog, who was initially diagnosed with a subcutaneous mast cell tumour. She received surgery to remove it and had chemotherapy to follow. The chemotherapy had gone smoothly and Jenny (her owner and veterinarian) was hopeful about the prognosis. However, another tumour quickly developed. Jenny allowed me to photograph the removal of this tumour. The reports came bac...k from the tumour and this time the results were not favourable. It was a mast cell tumour metastasis to the lymph node - aggressive, extensive local tissue invasion, invasion of the lymphatic vessels, therefore, an incomplete removal. Rosie’s prognosis isn’t good. Jenny estimates Rosie has 4-6 months left to live. Jenny and I spoke about the prognosis and her relationship with Rosie. The first part of Rosie’s life was difficult. However, when Jenny adopted her, Rosie just began living. Dogs become our family. We learn from one another and grow together. Jenny and Rosie have a beautiful and unique bond. Jenny accepts there is nothing more she can do as a veterinarian to stop the cancer in Rosie. Now it’s about providing Rosie with the best quality of life. It’s about continuing to surround Rosie with love (and treats). The compassion and empathy Jenny shows, not only to Rosie, but to all her patients is incredibly beautiful. She is a wonderful human being and veterinarian. #dogcancer #lakewoodanimalhospital #surgery #documentaryphotographer #documentaryphotography #saskphotographer #cbc #yqrphotographer @ Regina, Saskatchewan See more

Pretty eyed, pirate smile, you’ll marry a music man. Ballerina, you must have seen her dancing in the sand. And now she’s in me, always with me, tiny dancer in my hand. Excerpt from Elton John’s Tiny Dancer .... . . #throughthewindow #reportagespotlight #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer #eltonjohn #documentaryphotography #womenphotograph #womenphotographers #womenstreetphotographers #cbc @ Saskatchewan See more

Taking a peek into the lives of parents, after their babe has gone to bed. What do you do when no one is watching? . . .... #throughthewindow #photographerswithoutborders #documentaryphotography #dfpcommunity #saskphotographer #familyphotography #yqrphotographer @ Regina, Saskatchewan See more

Keep some room in your heart for the unimaginable ~Mary Oliver~ . . . #photographerswithoutborders #21dayscoronachallenge #documentaryphotography #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer #throughthewindow #natgeo #igbnw #bnwphotography @ Saskatchewan

Today you turn 60. 10 years and what seems like an eternity, we are celebrating at Wascana. However, this year is different. It has been 4 weeks since we last saw you, as the hospital restricted visitors. We finally had a FaceTime visit with you this morning. Who knows when we will get another one. We tried to sneak balloons in today and then almost had an opportunity to hang them on your second storey window. We were disappointed when it didn’t work out. So now we get to suc...k helium for some entertainment. I’ll video the boys so when we get to see each other again, I’ll show you. Here are your balloons momma. Love you and grateful for all the lessons you and this situation have taught me. No tears just a heart full of love for you. Love you momma. . . . #throughthewindow #21weekscoronastories #photographerswithoutborders #ms #documentaryphotography #dfpcommunity #thebeautifulreal #unraveledacademy #saskphotographer #yqrphotographer #multiplesclerosis #msdocumentary #mssociety #reportagespotlight #documentingwomen #womenphotograph #womenstreetphotographers See more

Joy comes to us in ordinary moments. We risk missing out when we get too busy chasing down the extraordinary. ~Brene Brown~ . . .... #throughthewindow #humbleweekendz #documentaryfamilyphotography #dfpcommunity #thebeautifulreal #unraveledacademy #saskphotographer #yqrphotographer #brenebrown #saskfamilyphotographer #documentaryphotography @ Saskatchewan See more

The stories we love best, Live in us forever ~J.K. Rowling~ . . .... #throughthewindow #documentaryphotography #thebeautifulreal #unraveledacademy #womenphotograph #womenphotographers #womenstreetphotographers #saskphotographer #yqrphotographer @ White City, Saskatchewan See more

When we are asleep in this world, we are awake in another ~Salvador Dali~ . . . #selfportrait #selfportraitphotography #fineartphotography #fineartphoto #bmwmagazine #blackandwhitephotographymag #bnwminimalismmag #bnwmood #ig_bnw #bnwlegit #heartchakra #unraveledacademy #greymagazine #womenphotograph #womenphotographers #shotsmagazine #featureshoot #natgeocreative #aportraitcollective #themonochromaticlens

Rae is an ER physician. She has been working on the frontline for many hours and then returning home to spend time with her family. She has a separate bedroom in the basement which no one is allowed to enter to ensure their safety. . . . #throughthewindow #documentaryphotography #thebeautifulreal #photographerswithoutborders #reportagespotlight #natgeo #wpp #saskphotographer #yqrphotographer @ Saskatchewan

Dance me to your beauty with a burning violin Dance me through the panic till l’m gathered safely in Lift me like an olive branch and be my homeward dove Dance me till the end of love ~excerpt from Leonard Cohen’s Dance Me to the End of Love~... This is from my through the window series. What do you do when no one is looking? . . . #throughthewindow #photographerswithoutborders #dancing #documentaryphotography #bnw_greatshots #bnwmood #bnwcaptures #saskphotographer #yqrphotographer #gettyimages #reportagespotlight #bnwmagazine #bnwmagic #leonardcohen #womenphotographers #womenphotograph @ Regina, Saskatchewan

People often ask me to choose my most memorable moments of my work in Vietnam. All of it is ingrained within my mind. The people I met, the smell, the taste, the sound and the energy I felt. In this particular home, an 18 year old boy, resided with his parents and two younger sisters. The sisters were approximately 8 years old and 12 months old. I asked the boy what he would like to make his life easier. His reply was to be smart. He had never attended school due to his dis...ability. He didn’t have a wheelchair and there were no schools that could accommodate someone with a disability, let alone one who had no means to assist with mobility. They resided in a traditional home which was very isolated in the jungle. The boy would drag his body across the floor with one arm in order move. The family couldn’t afford diapers, so his baby sister would pee on the floor and afterwards he would drag his body overtop. The boy’s 8 year old sister signed the consent forms on behalf of her family bc her parents were illiterate. All this boy wanted to do was to participate in life outside his home. He wanted to learn. All he wanted was to be smart. . . . #photographerswithoutborders #vietnam #disabilityawareness #disabilityadvocate #natgeoyourshot #womenphotograph #womenphotographers #natgeovietnam #womenstreetphotographers @ Vietnam See more

I was driving into the city and a hitchhiker caught my eye. I had the feeling that I needed to turn around and meet this person. As I pulled up my vehicle, I recognized the hitchhiker. His name was Sylvain. I had met him almost exactly one year ago on Scarth Street where he was busking. When I walked up to Sylvain, I reintroduced myself and remembered that he had not seen his photos. I usually email the photos to people I meet, but Sylvain did not have an email address. So on... the side of the highway, Sylvain and I looked at the photos I took of him one year ago. He expressed happiness when I showed him. And his happiness overflowed into me. Sylvain has spent his winter in Edmonton busking. He thought he would stop in Regina for awhile, but the cool weather had made it hard for him to make money busking. After spending some time in one of the shelters here, he decided to make his way back home to Montreal. Sylvain said he has enjoyed traveling these past few years but was ready to go home. . . . #documentaryphotography #documentaryphotographer #hitchhiking #bnwphotography #bnw_greatshots #bnw_captures #bnwmood #bnwminimalismmag #blackandwhitephotography #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer @ Saskatchewan See more

Cao Hanh was injured in a landmine explosion in 1974. At 20 years old, he lost part of his arm and feeling of independence. Cao Hanh’s wife passed away and one of his two children remain at home. This son has mental health issues. Cao Hanh was connected to AEPD where they gave him a cow, a toilet and water tank and pump. He is grateful for the assistance as he has gained a new sense of independence. He states he can now take care of himself. Cao Hanh is hoping to receive mone...y to fix his leaky roof. Last photo shows his old toilet. . . . . #photographerswithoutborders #vietnam #disabilityawareness #disabilityadvocate #womenphotograph #womenstreetphotographers #reportagespotlight #womenphotographers #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer @ Vietnam See more

Rosie has been receiving chemotherapy to treat the cancer in her body. She laid so calmly on the floor while they inserted the IV needle. Afterwards, she walked with Jenny to a room specifically for chemotherapy treatments. Again she settled her body on the floor so peacefully. Rosie would gaze around the room and then look down at the medication that was being placed in her body. When the treatment was complete, there was a box of Timbits for a special treat. This also helpe...d to coax Rosie into the kennel where she was required to stay for a few hours after her treatment. . . . . #lakewoodanimalclinic #dogswithcancer #yqrphotographer #bnwphotography #bnwmood #documentaryphotography #saskphotographer #womenphotographers #womenphotograph #igbnw #ig_bnwlovers @ Regina, Saskatchewan See more

A husband and wife team run a bamboo and rattan furniture making business. They saw many women who had disabilities within their community who were also unemployed and very poor. They wanted to provide opportunities for these women to thrive in their community. Not only have these women gained employment but they have gained a community and support system. The women giggle, sing and tell stories with one another while creating beautiful bamboo furniture. . . . #photographerswithoutborders #vietnam #disabilityawareness #womenphotograph #womenstreetphotographers #womenphotographers #reportagespotlight #documentaryphotography #natgeoyourshot #natgeovietnam #natgeocreative @ Vietnam

We arrived in the commune after many hours of driving. Ho Thi Phuông resides in an isolated area of the jungle in Vietnam. Most residents here belong to an ethnic minority Bru Van Kieu and don’t speak Vietnamese. They live in traditional wood homes that are raised above the ground. Ho Thi Phuông lives here with her daughter. AEPD is trying to connect with people who have disabilities that live in remote areas of the country. Prior to her introduction to AEPD, Ho Thi Phuông, did not have a bathroom. They also provided a cow to this family. @ Vietnam

I recently returned home from a trip to Costa Rica. One of my intentions for this trip was to connect to myself. The ocean water has always felt like home to me. The waves flowing with such ease, yet carrying so much power, never ceases to amaze me. I feel this within my own being. The flow of energy that comes and goes, changes form to come and go again, and yet it’s foundation stays the same. When I left for Costa Rica, I didn’t bring my camera. I wanted to immerse myself w...ith the space and use my phone if I felt the need to photograph something. I describe photography as my purpose but sometimes I question my purpose, and the lessons that it teaches me. I want to break away from the force that propels me towards it. I want to dive beyond the waves, to the bottom of the ocean and lay there watching the water dance above me. The universe continually reminds me of my purpose and reassures me that all these lessons come from a much larger place. I wasn’t planning to photograph people in Costa Rica. Yet somehow, I managed to photograph three while only using my iPhone. I held hands with these strangers, communicated through the use of touch and eye contact and recognized these moments reaffirm my purpose. I see people. Their beauty, their strength, their resilience. I hope this comes across in my work and at the end of the day, I hope this drop of water creates a beautiful dance within this world. . . . . #powerofwater #water #waves #costarica #documentaryphotography #bnw_captures #bnwmood #bnwmagic #bnwminimalismmag #bnwmagazine #fireheart #thebeautifulreal #saskatchewanphotographer #yqrphotographer See more

Having no destination I am never lost ~Ikkyu~ . .... . . #yogapractice #avikamyoga #yogi #yogawomen #flow #yogalife #fineartphotography #thebeautifulreal #unvaeljournal #bnw_captures #ig_bnwlovers #blackandwhitephotography #shotsmagazine #saskphotographer See more

There were originally 9 members in a group comprised of persons who have hearing and mobility issues. The majority as a result from Agent Orange and Landmines. Today there are 21 families together in this group. AEPD connected the families together so they could help one another. These families grow fish under their homes in the water. It takes 2 years for the fish to grow to a size they can sell at the market. In the meantime, they fish the waters to sell at the market. AEPD... also supplied this group with fish cages and fish to support their economic model. . . . . #photographerswithoutborders #vietnam #agentorange #landminevictims #disabilityawareness #disabilityadvocate #reportagespotlight #wpp20 #natgeoyourshot #natgeotravel #saskphotographer #womenphotograph #womenstreetphotographers @ Qung Bình Vit Nam See more

Duong Thi Huyen lives with her older sister and brother in law. Her mother who was her main caregiver passed away two years ago. Duong Thi Huyen is unable to walk and spends her days and night confined on her bed. She also has cognitive deficits. This is due to Agent Orange. Her sister reports her moaning and crying throughout the night which has put a strain on her marriage. Duong Thi Huyen’s family can not afford a wheelchair so they carry her to the toilet. When I attende...d their home, Duong Thi Huyen turned her back to me. Her sister explained that she is afraid of strangers. I kept my distance and didn’t spend much time in their home to respect her feelings. . . . . #photographerswithoutborders #vietnam #disabilityawareness #disabilityadvocate #agentorange #lenscultureportrait #natgeoyourshot #natgeovietnam #womenphotograph #womenstreetphotographers #photojournalism #documentaryphotography #reportagespotlight #wpp20 #saskphotographer @ Qung Bình Vit Nam See more

Dinh Thi Bien is 76 years old. Her husband passed away from cancer many years ago. He was exposed to Agent Orange. Together they had 10 children. Two of their children were severely affected by Agent Orange and are cared for by Dinh Thi Bien. Her daughter has Down syndrome and is bed ridden. Her son and a mental disability and aggressive behaviour. Their current home is falling apart. A tarp is used as a wall. A new home has been partially built, as they received some money f...rom the government. However, the money was not enough to complete the home. So for now, the home remains a shell. AEPD was recently introduced to this family and have not yet provided any support. . . . . #photographerswithoutborders #vietnam #disabilityawareness #agentorange #disabilityadvocate #reportagespotlight #wpp20 #downsyndrome #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer #cbc #documentaryphotography #womenphotograph #womenphotographers #womenstreetphotographers @ Qung Bình Vit Nam See more

I met Monique for the first time in her apartment. Me and Lara were picking her up to be her visual guides for a backcountry hiking trip. We had never met one another before, yet we were headed into the woods together and then came out like old friends. I went back to this apartment to spend some time with Monique and witness everyday life. Monique has significant visual impairments, but that doesn’t impact her daily living. . . . .... #visualimpairment #cnib #disabilityawareness #disabilityadvocate #blind #reportagespotlight #confluencemagazine #fearlessandframed #lenscultureportrait #natgeopeople #themonochromaticlens #bnw_captures #bnw_society #shotsmagazine #wpp20 #womenphotograph #womenstreetphotographers #igbnw #yqrphotographer #saskphotographer @ Saskatchewan See more

We traveled deep into Vietnam’s forest to meet Dinh Minh Loan and his family. The commune they reside in was isolated, as were the many other communes in the forest we had visited. Dinh Minh Loan was 18 when he was forced to become a Vietnam soldier. He patrolled areas that were heavily affected by Agent Orange. He and his wife had 8 children, all who were affected by Agent Orange. The two youngest children still reside with their father bc of their needs. The youngest son ha...d severe physical and cognitive disabilities. Everyday and night he sits at the large window next to his bed and stares outside. I wondered what he looked at and how did his brain translate that information to him. His family feeds and changes him. AEPD provided a cow to his brother for financial assistance. They also sell vegetables to make extra money. . . . . #vietnam #photographerswithoutborders #disabilityadvocate #aepd #disabilityawareness #reportagespotlight #therawsociety #lensculture #natgeo #natgeovietnam #natgeotravel #documentaryphotography #saskphotographer #womenphotographers #womenphotograph @ Qung Bình See more

The first time I met Ron, my friend Lara and I were his hiking guides (I photographed our adventure). Ron (aka: the blind adventurer) is a man who has absolutely no vision but participates in adventures all over the world. Ron inspires me in so many ways. I went back to visit Ron in his home and took a few shots. . . .... . #blindadventurer #visuallyimpaired #saskphotographer #yqrphotographer #documentaryphotography #bnwphotography #ig_bnwlovers #shotsmagazine #therawsociety #blackandwhitemagazine #bnwminimalismmag #cbc #lenscultureportrait #myfeatureshoot #womenphotograph #womenphotographers #natgeoadventure @ Saskatchewan See more

My sense of curiosity introduced me to Jesse @nomadic_ninja_yxe . He and his cute pup, Layla, were living in a van. I was intrigued by this sense of freedom that van life offered. We ended up chatting about van life and just life in general. I really enjoyed my time with Jesse and Layla. . . . .... #vanlife #vanlifestyle #vanlifestories #bnwmood #shotsmagazine #saskphotographer #yxeliving #yqrphotographer #therawsociety #natgeocreative #bnw_captures #ig_bnw_legit @ Saskatchewan See more

Blake is now 10 months old. (I photographed her as a newborn with her mom and their scars) She is mobile and exploring the world. Her surgery in utero was considered very successful. However, Blake’s mobility on her leg is limited. She started working with Erica who is an exercise therapist at @firststepswellnesscentre . I was absolutely amazed with this nonprofit organization and they work they do for individuals who have neuro-muscular disorders. They stimulate both sensory... and mobility function as a way to strengthen those connections within the body. These photos are from a therapy session there. . . . . #spinabifida #spinabifidaawareness #spinabifidababy #firststepswellnesscentre #yqrdocumentaryphotographer #saskphotographer #thebeautifulreal #dfpcommunity #documentaryphotography #gettyimages #bnw_captures #shotsmagazine @ Saskatchewan See more

my feet walked my body and my heart walked my soul. marble, granite, I can’t remember. but I recognized its strength. they were wet and cold from a past rain.... so I climbed until I couldn’t. my eyes focused on my feet. while I took that final step, it changed. and a field of grass stood as guards of the forest. skimming the earth with my toes, I made my way forward. we met halfway in the meadow. stars blooming, moon phasing. and here we were, dancing in the moonlight. ~this self portrait was completed over a year ago. I had to wait to post until I understood it. Maybe now I do~ . . . #selfportrait #selfportraitphotography #bnw #dreams #thebeautifulreal #bnw_magazine #bnwportrait #multipleexposure #ig_bnw #conceptualphotography #fineartphotography #bnwmood

I will be making the draw for all these incredible prizes in Friday, November 8th! A huge thank you to all the businesses who supported me! Much love!

It is only when we silent the blaring sounds of our daily existence that we can finally hear the whispers of our truth that life reveals to us,... As it stands knocking on the doorsteps of our hearts. ~K.T. Jong~ . . . #purelivingyoga #yogapractice #yogi #yogawoman #movementislife #heart #bnwphoto #bnwmood #bnwminimalismmag #shadesofgreymagazine #bnw_magazine #bnw_magic #unraveledacademy #ig_bnw #ig_bnwlovers #rawmagazine #themonochromaticlens @ Emerald Park, Saskatchewan See more

My everything’s . . . .... #dfpcommunity #documentaryfamilyphotography #documentaryfamilyphotogs #yqrphotographer #bnw_captures #igbnw #thebeautifulreal #unraveledacademy #familyphotography #documentaryfamily #documentaryfamilyphotographer @ Saskatchewan See more

I know I am deathless, I know this orbit of mine cannot be swept by a carpenter’s compass, I know I shall not pass like a child’s curlicue cut with a burnt stick at night. Excerpt from ~Walt Whitman~ .... . . #movement #waltwhitman #womenphotograph #acroyoga #strength #themonochromaticlens #bnwmood #greymagazine #shadesofgreymagazine #shotsmagazine #bnwlove #unvaeljournal #ig_bnw #ig_bnwphoto See more

Love comes in many forms. When your soul meets that other soul, something within you changes. What you knew before, may not even exist anymore bc what you experienced was so profound. It is something you can never forget. Jenny met Rosie seven years ago. Rosie was a breeding dog, sold to somebody. She ran away from that person and was found wandering and scared in rural SK. Rosie ended up in New Hope Dog Rescue in Saskatoon. When she was found she was too skinny, terrib...le fur, saggy boobs from a recent litter. When Jenny met Rosie, Rosie pressed her head into her chest and Jenny just fell in love with how sweet she was. They have been inseparable ever since. Recently, Jenny found a lump on Rosie and promptly performed surgery yesterday to have it removed (Jenny is an amazing veterinarian at @lakewoodanimalhospital ). The lump was cancerous, so after Rosie recovers from surgery, she may be receiving chemotherapy. Jenny wanted to document this moment so I will be following their journey. But whatever way you look at it, this is ultimately a story about love. . . . . #dogcancer #doglovers #documentaryphotography #bnwlove #bnwmood #ig_bnwlovers #themonochromaticlens #thebeautifulreal #bnwminimalismmag #bnwmagazine #connection #yqrphotographer @ Saskatchewan See more

If you love flowers and would like to support my upcoming work in Vietnam, here is your chance! Wascana Flower Shoppe has the most beautiful bouquets.

And in the stillness now I feel Some ancient dance remembering me. And guided by the spiral’s markings: Labyrinthine gravings: the soles of my feet, I come this this place between time,... And time; to stand in the silence Where sea and shore meet. And in the lucid gateway pause , To sing again beside the sea. ~Susan Henssler~ . . . . #waterlove #bnwlove #bnwmood #ig_bnw #themonochromaticlens #thebeautifulreal #lensculture #bnwminimalismmag #bnwmagazine #bnwmagic #yqrphotographer #saskatchewanphotographer @ Saskatchewan See more

She is water. Powerful enough to drown you Soft enough to cleanse you Deep enough to save you. ~Adrian Michael~... . . . #fineartphotography #waterphotoshoot #ig_bnw #shotsmagazine #atlantecollective #unraveledacademy #unvaeljournal #bnwlove #bnw_captures #bnwminimalismmag #bnwmagazine #bnwmagic #thebeautifulreal #womenphotograph #womenphotographers #themonochromaticlens See more

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Today I met Gunther and Ary who were hitchhiking to Montreal. They met in BC during the spring and decided to travel together. They explained that they had not eaten for awhile and were excited that @thechoppedleaf had given them fresh sandwiches. Ary has gone there asking for leftovers and they gave her fresh food instead. Both of them have traveled regularly and are interested in visiting all areas of Canada before visiting a different country. Gunther thinks the best part of traveling is meeting other individuals and connecting over music and conversation. #hitchhikers #womenstreetphotographers #documentaryphotography #shotsmagazine #greymagazine #yqrphotographer #unvaeljournal #saskatchewanphotographer @ Saskatchewan

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Her soul was too deep to explore by those who always swam in the shallow end ~unknown~ . . . #unraveledacademy #shotsmagazine #thebeautifulreal #fineartphotography @ Saskatchewan

It's official! I am now an associate with Photographers Without Borders. I am extremely excited to be taking on an assignment in Dong Hoi, Vietnam in November, 2019. For this assignment (please read more about it on their website), I will be photographing an NGO, AEPD, who work with those affected by Agent Orange from the Vietnam War. I need to raise $5000 to support this NGO and their work. Please, Please, Please....support me by donating and then sharing this so others will donate as well. Thank you!

You know those experiences where you realize a lesson will be learned, but it ends up being so much more. This is one of those moments. Myself and my friend Lara agreed to be hiking/camping guides for Ron and Monique who have visual impairments. Ron, who is also known as the blind adventurer created the Blind Adventure Foundation. The foundation provides individuals who have visual impairments to experience various adventures. The plan was to hike and camp 40 km to Grey O...wls Cabin. Unfortunately, the condition of the trail didn’t allow us the cover the intended distance. However, the purpose of the foundation is for individuals to have an experience they wouldn’t typically receive. Ron mentioned that it has been difficult to get guides for these blind adventures. Regardless of the outcome, Monique was able to do something out of her comfort zone, which was an incredible feat within itself. As I reflect on this trip, here are two visually impaired individuals who invited absolute strangers to guide them on a backcountry trail. They put all of their trust in us to ensure they were safe and secure. Now that is something. As humans, we have created so many barriers based on fear through our ego. Part of that comes from our basic five senses....sight. When that sense is removed, you have no choice but to trust. It is an interesting concept to think that our senses have an experience and then our ego translates that into mistrust based on a negative experience or just fear. It is a great reminder that we need to start trusting ourselves more and remove the fear based conversations that take away from actually enjoying this life. I need to thank my very good friend Jenn for inviting me to do this with her and Lara (unfortunately she blew out her knee at soccer a few days prior to our departure). And to my friend, Lara for being an amazing travel partner. This experience still seems a bit surreal but I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity and lessons. @ Grey Owl Cabin See more

I feel you like a breath in the air, and in the light, like a memory, or a dream, or a sign of something,... in a hope for somewhere, with a hold on anything... I feel you everywhere, I look for you in everything ~butterflies rising~ . . . #fineartphotography #coupleshoot #conceptualphotography #fineartphotos #bnwlove #ig_bnwlovers #lovers #womenphotographers #shotsmagazine #greymagazine #unraveledacademy @ Saskatchewan See more

Some people have contacted me about fall family sessions. Yes I still do them. Contact me about booking your session