A good backpack is an essential accessory that protects your valuable gear, offers comfort during travel, provides easy access to your equipment, and hopefully provides some space for smaller purchases like souvenirs, snacks, or a bottle of water. Preferably, this backpack will be the only bag you need and the one option to carry everything for a day of exploration.

Peggy’s Cove and the iconic Peggy’s Point Lighthouse are among the most recognized and frequently visited landmarks in Nova Scotia. The area around Peggy’s Cove has some exquisite coastal scenery, a fascinating fishing village atmosphere, and the iconic Peggy’s Point lighthouse at the entrance to St. Margaret’s Bay.

Using custom film recipes on Fujifilm cameras is one of the most enticing reasons people seek out this brand. They can find a camera that suits their needs, as Fujifilm offers a wide range of diverse and fantastic options, and allows users to refine and create a look directly in-camera using film simulations and recipes.

I had the opportunity to explore and photograph Seville and Malaga during my recent travels in June. These two locations are two places I have been looking forward to visiting. Seville has been on my list for a few years now, and Malaga, with its proximity to Seville, was an easy decision to include on this trip.

I chose Malaga as my second destination because I’ve heard it is one of the must-visit cities in Spain. I’ve also seen some photographs from there, and I was excited to have the opportunity to take my own photographs. Additionally, it’s pretty close to Seville, making it easily accessible. It’s just over two hours with one switch in Cordoba. Malaga is situated south of Seville and is located on the Mediterranean Sea.

The south of Spain offers a compelling allure for photographers due to its diverse landscapes, unique architecture, and vibrant colours. When looking at destinations for this June trip, Spain, particularly Seville, was near the top of the list. In June, the south of Spain had a very good chance of having favourable weather for me. That entails plenty of sunshine and hot temperatures.

I’ve been working with Genesis here in Halifax for a few years now, and I’ve photographed almost their entire lineup over that time. This week, I had the opportunity to spend a few days with the 2026 Genesis GV70. The timing worked out perfectly, as the first evening I had it resulted in zero keepers, and I’m fortunate to have had another day with the GV70.

I advocate for experiencing the world, and it’s great to do so while not spending needlessly. Make no mistake, I love a fight-class flight, and those lay-down pods are a taste of luxury. However, flight upgrades are expensive, and upgrades and add-ons can significantly increase the final cost of a trip. And if budget travel is the priority, the total price can quickly add up to something that may make you think twice about hitting that “pay now” button at the final step of your flight booking.

As photographers, our cameras are usually not far away when we travel. They are in the camera bag and ready to go, or we can explore the city streets with the camera in hand. Travel photography is a fantastic combination of two things I love: travelling and taking photos. Once I have booked that next trip and the itinerary is ready, I can't help but get excited.

I started this post at the end of May at home in Nova Scotia, but I’m posting this from Spain, a few days into my stay in Seville. The weather has been awful in Nova Scotia. It’s been a mix of wet, gloomy, grey days, rarely reaching over 10 degrees Celsius. I used to say we have three or maybe four good months of weather here in Nova Scotia; I’m starting to think that may be the case.

“You must be excited about your trip; it’s coming soon!” Next week, I’ll be on my way to Spain! And yes, I’m excited! I didn’t think that hit me until this past weekend. I partially believe this has crept up quietly because the weather has been unpleasant here. I thought it would be beautiful, sunny in June, and…well, summer. It isn’t. It isn’t at all! When I booked this trip in January, I felt it was so far away, and really, it was.

I’m a massive advocate for printing our photography. It is the final step in realizing my vision and one of the best ways to enjoy what I have produced. If you do not already, I highly recommend periodically printing your work, framing your results, and displaying or gifting them to others. It’s an excellent way to enjoy your work further and share it. Selecting the best photos for prints can be a process; some photographs look good as prints, others do not.

As a photographer, it’s easy to be motivated and focused one day, completely burnt out, and lacking motivation the next. Photography is a lot of work, both physically and mentally. Although it’s not the most physically demanding thing you can do, you still need to be motivated to plan it and do it.

I’m not a travel expert, but my passion is evident. Based on the places I have visited and from my experience, I think I know how to travel wisely and affordably. I often discuss travel with friends and family. I am at a point now where frequent in-person conversations include, “So, where is your next trip?” or some variation of a travel-related question.

I don’t take many photos for someone highly interested and passionate about photography. At least compared to others. There are months through the winter when I don’t even touch my camera. The winter months, cold weather, and limited light demotivate me. When spring comes, I start to get associated with my gear again and make sure I remember what and how I used to do things.