A look back at 2009…

My photography took a big leap in 2009. There was lots of learning and I saw definite steps forward in my technique and results.

Things got off to an early start in January when I decided to sign up for Harry Nowell’s sports photography course, which included photographing an Ottawa 67’s hockey game. I liked Harry’s class so much that I decided to sign up for his pro program, for some assistance and insight in getting myself established as a working photographer. Harry is a great teacher and his mentoring has been very beneficial.

2009 was definitely a big year of firsts in my young photographic career:

• photographing a semi-pro hockey game
• photographing the Canadian Whitewater Slalom National team trials
• photographing a cycling race
• getting started with off camera lighting
• working with models
• photographing auto racing
• photographing a signed touring band – Die Mannequin
• I started my first blog

I’m excited to see where 2010 takes me!