
We had a feeling something special was happening from the very first day. At the end of the second day, our students were saying things like, “I’ve already learned so much! How can we keep up this pace?”.
Develop Your Creative Vision, the first workshop offered by myself and Chris Harris, came to a celebratory end last week. We marked the end of seven days of learning, sharing and pushing our boundaries in a supportive environment with a salmon feast, a showing of everyone’s top ten images, and a slide show featuring a few highlights. And some wine!
Ten photographers came together with the goal of slowing ourselves down, thinking deeply about our photographic journey and creating images that more profoundly express our vision. We all worked hard, broke through barriers and came away with a sense of accomplishment. A few comments from our students say it best:
- I can’t thank Dennis, Chris and everyone enough for the workshop. It was a life changer for me. (Dave)
- First off, thank you so much for the unforgettable photography workshop! I can’t thank you enough for coming up with the idea initially and then putting it on. I learnt so much and very much enjoyed the environment, my fellow participants. As the leaders and coordinators, I / we couldn’t have asked for more! You were always there guiding, explaining, coaching motivating, inspiring, etc. I am so appreciative. (Terry)
Tallheo Cannery Guest Lodge was the perfect venue for our workshop. Just a five minute boat ride from the Bella Coola harbour, we were isolated from the distractions of the world. The setting provided an infinite array of subject material. Our hosts were beyond gracious and the food was exceptional. All the conditions needed to develop our creative expression were set.
Here’s the video we made to celebrate our week together. And below that, a few of my favourite images.
A Bella Coola High, video









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What an amazing video and images! Well done to all participants — loved it!
Thanks so much for looking. Hope you’ll join us next year!
Enjoyed the great video and what amazing pictures were captured. job well done!!
Thanks for looking, Pauline! Glad to share this with you.
Dennis, some very nice shots! It looks like your first workshop ( I am expecting there will be many more ), turned out wonderfully.
Great location.
Hey Bob, thanks for checking it out. Yes, we were very pleased with the workshop and looking forward to our next one.
What an honour it was to share the role of photographic instructor with you Dennis. It was a week of inspiration which flowed both ways. It was so gratifying to see such creative and visual growth coming from the participants. I can’t wait until we work together again in August, sharing our passion for the Art of Photography with another group of artists.
Wow, Chris, thank you for such a humbling comment. It was me who was privileged to work with you as well as learn from you and our students. I agree, August can’t come soon enough! Thank you!