Newsletter #188: January, 2021
© Chris Harris. All rights reserved.
Hi everyone,
The January Newsletter comprises of two main themes; a new Exhibition to explore an extraordinary place, and the release of workshop dates for 2021. Please enjoy!
The Chilcotin Ark I: the first in a series of Exhibitions
There is a quiet light
that shines in every heart.
Though it is always secretly there,
It draws no attention to itself.
It is what illuminates our minds to see beauty,
our desire to seek possibility,
and our hearts to love life.
– John O’Donohue
Experiencing the breakup of an ice-age landscape
The words that drive my creative process are beauty, imagination and possibility. They feed each other, and me, in the search for artistic expression and the quest to live a meaningful life.
When I was exploring and photographing for The Cariboo Chilcotin Coast: A Photographer’s Journey, I had the immense good fortune of meeting Dave Neads, a dedicated and conscientious explorer who told me about the Chilcotin Ark. From that moment on, I realized I was exploring an extraordinarily unique place on the planet, and through the art of photography and publishing, I had the vehicles to tell its story to the world.
Hiking into the core of the Rainbow Volcano
The words imagination and possibility took on new meaning for me. Through the arts of photography and storytelling, I wanted to express the importance of intact landscapes. I wanted to say something about our land, our country, our world. I feel it is only through awareness and understanding that we will treat the land, our very first beauty, with integrity and respect.
This Newsletter introduces the new exhibition ‘Chilcotin Ark’; it is an attempt to explain what it is, and it introduces you to its beauty and biodiversity. In subsequent Chilcotin Ark Exhibitions, I will share my experiences and provide an in-depth look at the Ark and its uniqueness on the planet.
In the tiny turquoise lake in the foreground, we were witnessing the last chapter of the disappearing glacier in the distance.
Click to visit the Chilcotin Ark Exhibition
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2-Day and 7-Day Workshops for 2021
Informative, Inspirational, Challenging & Creative
2-Day Workshops:
Artistic Expression: A Workshop in Photography as Art
A small fir forest alongside Rita’s garden
Location: Workshops are held at the Chris Harris Gallery at 105 Mile (near 100 Mile House) in the Cariboo region of central British Columbia. The studio gallery, a straw bale construction, is set amidst aspen trees, and a bird watching conservancy. Rita’s wild garden and homemade culinary-art will keep everyone nourished both physically and spiritually.
Number of participants: Between 7 and 10 depending on Covid compliancy.
Registration: Registration is open upon receipt of this January, 2021 Newsletter #188 and are on a first come – first serve basis. Details for registration are on my website.
Email: photography@chrisharris.com
Tel: 250-791-6631
Dates:
July 10-11, 2021
July 24-25, 2021
Fee:
$315./per. Including tax (includes Rita’s homemade snacks and lunches)
A small aspen grove alongside Rita’s garden
The Workshop: Artistic Expression: A Workshop in Photography as Art
Art is expression; expression is language; art is the language of expression.
Through illustrated talks on art and photography, discussion, in-the-field art projects, and collaborative evaluation sessions, you will discover new ways to interpret familiar realities and create, unique and never-before-seen expressions, using exclusively ‘in-camera’ techniques.
In-the-field assignments will centre around representational, expressionist, and abstract styles of image making.
By reviewing my website portfolios, you will gain an insight into these 3 major styles of photographic expression. By expanding your overall awareness of creative possibilities, the goal is for each participant to leave the workshop feeling excited about developing a more personal and articulate photographic language of expression.
Click for complete details about Artistic Expression workshops
7-Day Workshops:
‘Develop Your Creative Vision’ on Gabriola Island and near Bella Coola’
Ocean wind
Dates:
May 3-10, 2021 Gabriola Island (full)
June 21-28, 2021 Tallheo Cannery near Bella Coola (full)
September 8-15, 2021 Gabriola Island (spaces available)
Both locations offer magnificent west coast settings in which to study visual design and unique expression; to take your photography to an entirely new place.
The workshops are hosted at The Haven on Gabriola Island and the Tallheo Cannery on the central coast. Both are welcoming retreats where a plethora of photographic opportunities await you.
Dennis Ducklow and I have taught these workshops for several years in which we approach photography as an art form.
Click for complete details about Develop Your Creative Vision workshops
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See you next month!
Chris, I’ve been to your gallery at 105 mile, and we are going to be building on Vancouver Island. I really liked your straw bail construction studio. Did you design it / approvals / building codes , or did you have a designer draw up your plans? Are you pleased with the building’s performance? Thank you. Don
(I’m on your email list already)
I answered by email.
Dear Chris,
I so look forward to your newsletter, you can’t imagine. My screen is too smalI, I only wish I was in your gallery seeing your prints. I cannot get enough of your impressionist work. Uplifting! Thank you.
Valérie
So appreciated Valerie.
Chris
This is a fabulous Newsletter that I really enjoy going over for the third time and know I will look at again even tho my eyesight is failing. How you have been able to put together all this material so beautifully is absolute genius. Well done my friend.
Tommy Thomas
Vancouver
Much appreciated Tommy. For the likes of you, I will share my experiences and expressions for as long as I can. Chris
Hi Chris, I loved looking at your presentation of Gabriola Island portfolio.
Has me longing for sensory gifts from the ocean shores. I so appreciate your news letters to see and feel through your eyes. Thank you 🙏 😃
Adbhuta
The ocean is an exciting and dynamic landscape, but I think I am still a mountain person!! Thanks Adbhuta
Chris, your images of the Chilcotin Ark are stunning, beautiful and inspire me to take more photos. I am looking forward to your workshop in Bella Coola. Fingers crossed!
Thank you and my fingers are crossed as well!
Dear Chris,
I always look forward to your newsletters and your gorgeous images. You inspire me to experiment. This newsletter, with your Chilcotin Ark Exhibit, takes things to a new level. Thank you so much for sharing your work and your thoughts with us, one hundred and eighty-eight times now, wow. I almost feel that I know you and Rita even though we’ve never met! ~ Faye, Belliveau Cove, NS
Hi Faye in Nova Scotia! Artists create to inspire, so thank you kindly.
Thank you for writing this book Chris and for re-telling this important story through these virtual Exhibits. Your words and images take me to places i would love to set foot in.
Hi Fred; yes, you would love to visit many of these places. They are absolute gems that I wish more people could experience.
Dear Chris! thanks for sharing your story and the beauty of this region! I can hardley wait to get back myself — your newsletter keeps me tied over until then ! take care! Karin, Austria
The Chilcotin awaits you! I hope you can return soon, meanwhile, I’ll keep you inspired with more images!!
Hi Chris
Happy New Year to you and family. Your photos are really lovely with such vibrant colour throughout. Keep up the good work. Nice John O’Donohue quote. Best regards – Joanne O’Dwyer
All the best you all in Ireland!! I hope to be back there one day soon!
Always a treat, pleasure and privilege to explore BC through your eyes and your lenses, Chris!
It’s always a great pleasure to share my images with those such as yourself Bill, who have a deep appreciation for the land and it’s people. Chris
Hi Chris
Break-up of an ice-age landscape is simply amazing.
Good to read John O’Donohue’s quote
Jane
It was amazing! It made us feel very small and insignificant.
That’s why I love to go to Ireland…it makes one feel very large and significant!!!
Absolutely stunning photography! Thanks so much for sharing your gifts. I wish you both a Merry Christmas and all the best in the new year!
Thanks, and all the very best you you as well! Chris
Hi Chris! I’ve been a longtime fan of your work and always look forward to your newsletters. I just wanted to let you know that I won a copy of “Motherstone” at a fishing derby a couple of days ago. What a spectacular book! Thank you so very much for putting together amazing imagery of our beautiful Cariboo-Chilcotin region. I think we live in paradise!
I’m so happy you won the book and that you have an appreciation for it. It’s one of my favourite books as it required so much exploring with ‘boots on the ground’! I agree, we live in paradise. Congratulations!! Chris