Life

I talked to a confused young photographer that wondered if he should do as a friend that used a 1980’s film camera who told him, “All this digital isn’t real photography”, and discard his DSLR for a film camera. I doubt his friend even thought about or was aware that it has only been a bit over a century ago that photographers needed large glass plates, hazardous chemicals, bulky cameras and wagons to carry everything.

Aug. 25, 2017 /CNW/ - As a tribute to the firefighters who risk their lives to keep Canadians safe, today, the Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister for Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, announced the formal establishment of Firefighters’ National Memorial Day.

This past week I got into a discussion with two local photographers about photography as art. Their opinion was that photography has become mostly a point-andshoot process that is really all about documenting one’s life. I think defining art has always been “in the eye of the beholder”. I remember a friend chastising me when I was too critical of a photographer’s image, by saying that all to familiar phrase, “I may not know about art, but I do know what I like.

The Aug. 26 Barriere Stomp’n Toy Run celebrated under a bright sunny sky with dozens of rods and bikes from all over. The muster point took place in front of AG Foods, giving spectators a chance to admire the magnificent machines and chat with the riders. Barriere Food Bank was on site with refreshments and received numerous donations as well. The 10th anniversary of the ride continued its tradition of fundraising for the food bank while enjoying the ride, games, and a dinner and dance.

By Jill Hayward

Making Pictures With Professional Photographer John Enman

By Sean Brady, Kamloops This Week

Making Pictures With Professional Photographer John Enman

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Star/Journal correspondent Margaret Houben works at Jim’s Food Market in Little Fort, giving her a front row seat for the wildfire situation surrounding that community. Here are her words Part 3.