Japanese woodblock prints & Jeff Wall

In my last blog I mentioned the 'Views Of Fuji'. A number of Japanese artists have done views of Fuji but probably the most famous is Hokusai (1760 - 1849). These are three of my favorite views. Japanese woodblock prints were a major influence on 19th century European artists, including the impressionists. Both the Japanese aesthetics and early photography affected the impressionist movement. Jeff Wall, a fabulous and world renowned Vancouver photographer has a photograph in the Tate Museum that is clearly a response to the top picture. It is a marvelous photo. Follow the link below to see it.   http://www.tate.org.uk/modern/exhibitions/jeffwall/rooms/room7.shtm

Looking For Fuji

I took a series of photographs for my "Winnipeg Adventure", hoping to create a 'photo-graphic narrative'. This photo, in its digitally altered state, reminded me of Japanese woodblock prints, especially the beautiful views of Fuji.

Iona Beach

Another of my favorite places is Iona Beach. It always gives me something special, even if it isn't always a picture. The surrounding area has changed over the years as the airport spreads but I hope the beach will remain protected. The small pockets of outlying geography, Like Iona Beach, contain  aspects of Vancouver's personality that are as important as any street or building. 

Gary Point Trees

Sometimes you go out and nothing happens. Other times the light is just right and beauty sits staring you in the face. Gary Point in Steveston, B.C. is a wonderful place. They also have a great hamburger/fish & chips stand called Pajo's. I had the everything burger. www.pajos.com/