The streams, which last year had trimmed pathways on one side, have been allowed to return to their old nature, with overgrowth so high it’s now impossible to follow the creek.
In the Forest, On the Mountain Slope, in the Shadows.
The Studio Window in the Early Evening
The studio window, early evening. The light, in late July, already changing. The plants still growing relentlessly.
In the Rain Forest Along the Capilano River.
I walk through the forests to find these places where there is chaos, but somewhere a glimmer of oder comes through. That’s it, I just want a touch of order.
House with Roses, Vancouver.
The fort at the Edge of the Forest.
This fort has stood at the edge of the forest, now for over three years. 20 feet in one direction, new homes. 20 feet in the other, bears.
Looking Over My Shoulder.
I’ve been writing out my thoughts concerning the photographic process I use on my Substack Page. Please take a look, and subscribe…for free…if you’d like to follow what I write, or enter the conversation. https://jimroche.substack.com. This latest note is about looking back to see things from a different perspective while walking. Seems simple enough, but we need to do it more.
Along the Side of the Road in the Cranberry Fields.
The cranberry fields in British Columbia are controlled by pumps and dams, moving water around the fields throughout the year. Often, between the road and the fields talk grasses and bushes grow, taking advantage of the water meant for the cranberries, but also providing protection from the winds.
The Bird Sanctuary Along the Pacific Coast, British Columbia.
The bird sanctuary along the British Columbia coast fluctuates between natural setting and growth and very organised and controlled growth. It’s appearance is deceptive, less than an inch below the soil is just crushed rocks and sand. A big storm could wash it all away overnight.
