I’m not sure exactly why, though I’d guess that it stems from an overt sense of US self-importance, but every time the subject comes up of living near the northern border or working north of the border you get that look like you just ran into a wall. Even some of the most well intentioned individuals I know make asses out of themselves with their lack of knowledge and awareness of Canada. In complete disclosure I am actually half Canadian myself and have more family there then anywhere else in the world though unfortunately don’t know them. Regardless, it’s a shame with what little gusto we as ‘creatives’ pursue projects and work northward.

Photography, being the way it is, leads you down many paths. The variety of locales that you find yourself required to head always keeps things interesting. And I’ve found this especially true across the border as I