Planning on visiting the Stittsville Library this month? Be sure to check out John Edkins’ latest photo exhibition, “Amberwood,” on the Art Space Wall to take in the striking work of a local photographer. As a long-time resident of Stittsville, John has been capturing the beauty of the community and its surrounding areas for years, and his latest exhibition brings together an elegant collection of images showcasing the beauty of the nature in the region.
John has lived in Stittsville for 36 years, and it’s clear the local landscape has deeply influenced and inspired his work. “That seems like a long time to be in one place, and it is,” he says, “but we are not far from some of the things I like to photograph,” he shared with Stittsville Central. His proximity to the Amberwood Golf Course, just two minutes from his home, allowed him to produce enough photos for his book, ‘Amberwood Twenty Years in Photographs’. “You don’t need to travel far to see beautiful images. We have Ottawa for city photos and the Ottawa Valley for nature. The trick is to “see” what is around you.”
His latest display showcases this thoughtful tradition, celebrating the relationship between everyday beauty and artistic creativity. “I am definitely into making photos that will convey beauty in one way or another. I have an eclectic taste in photographs.” From reflective lakes to frost-bitten tree branches, John’s camera captures not only the elegance of landscapes but also the small wonders many overlook. “I am inspired by landscapes, for sure, but I also appreciate the little things like birds, raindrops, and insects. I also like to hop in my kayak and photograph the local rivers and lakes. We are very fortunate to live here.”
This month’s exhibit features a curated selection of his work, with all photographs available for purchase. This is far from John’s first library show, as it marks his 12th exhibition at the Stittsville Library within the last 10 years. He brings a new theme to each display, with past exhibits including titles like Faces of Cuba, Urban Destinations, Seeing Black & White, and Super.Natural.Ontario. “The trick is to select 10–15 prints for each show,” he explains. “It is not always easy to select photos that might appeal to others. I know what I like personally, but will other people agree?”
To see more of John Edkins’ work, visit his website at johnedkinsphoto.ca. If you wish to purchase a copy of John’s picturesque book of Amberwood’s nature over the past 20 years, please visit blurb.ca.
Excellent photography, a pleasure to view…
Thank you Edna. You are very kind.
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