Northern Memories

Inukjuak, June 2006

Teaching in Canada's North has provided me with some memorable experiences and some exciting photo opportunities.  I feel so fortunate to have shared a lifetime of memories with my students, their families and friends from across Nunavik (northern Quebec) and Nunavut.  

This particular photo is one of my favourites from Inukjuak while the residents were celebrating National Aboriginal Day.  I fondly remember spending my last day in Inukjuak with some of the Elders dressed in caribou, wolf and seal skin clothing listening to their stories of growing up in a sealskin tent just like the one pictured here.  The highlight of that afternoon was sharing tea with an Elder in that tent as she recounted her life on the land oh so many years ago.  What a beautiful sendoff that was.

Notice the sealskin kayak to the right of the tent.  

Gorgeous craftsmanship - hope all those skills will be passed on through the generations.

Hope all is well in your corner of the world.

Cheers,

Claus

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Memories of Madagascar

Verreaux's Sifaka - Madagascar, 2006

At long last I've had the opportunity to start organizing years worth of digital images that are scattered all over the place.  Sadly, I've lost hundreds due to my laziness and stubbornness - I simply ignored the advise of professional photographers and did not make the commitment to make backup copies of my images.  One image that thankfully survived my stupidity was of this sifaka taken while I was in Madagascar in 2006.  I'd love to return someday soon.

Hope all is well in your corner of the world.

Cheers,

Claus

Welcome back!

Grizzly Bear - Khutzeymateen Prov Park, BC

Greetings once again! 

My apologies for the lack of postings during the past year.  Enough of the procrastinating, time for some action and to finally follow what my heart, and countless friends, have been telling me all along - "Claus, get back behind your camera and start capturing the world as you see it!!!".  Stay tuned!!!

Hope all is well in your corner of the world.

Cheers,

Claus

Rough Guide USA

At long last the 11th edition of the Rough Guide to USA has arrived in book stores across the country.

This latest edition is fully redesigned and includes a fresh new contemporary design, world-class photography and up-to-date maps.  In the guide you will also find my revised chapter on Alaska which highlights the many places to visit and experiences to cherish.

In the coming days I will list my top 10 places/and activities to experience while visiting the great state of Alaska.  Some of my most memorable moments include kayaking amongst the glaciers, dog sledding on top of a glacier, photographing grizzly bears in a remote wilderness reserve, rafting the Tatshenshini and Alsek Rivers, and driving the famed Top of the World Hwy.  Too many places....

If you have a few minutes check out your local bookstore or the on-line stores for your copy of the Rough Guide to USA.  You can also check out RoughGuides.com for the latest news.

Hope all is well in your corner of the world.

Cheers,
Claus

Celebration of Swans

Exciting news!  My image of a swan has been selected for this years Celebration of Swans poster.  The festival runs from April 12 to 20th and focuses on the return of the swans at Tagish and Marsh Lakes (an hour or so south of Whitehorse, Yukon).  

The return of the trumpeter and tundra swans officially marks the beginning of spring here in the Yukon.  Needless to say I look forward to spending time photographing their arrival.  In the mean time, I'm working with the folks at Outcrop Designs to update my webpage so that you can check out the latest images of the swans return.  

Hope all is well in your corner of the world.

Cheers,

Claus

Click on Celebration of Swans for more information on this years festival.

Happy New Year!!

Wishing you another year filled with good health, happiness, adventures and endless photography opportunities. 

Happy New Year!!

Cheers,

Claus