Posts Tagged ‘events’

2017 Capture Photography Festival / Vancouver Photo Book Fair

For the entire month of April, photographic art from local and international photo-based artists will be on display in Vancouver, BC.  The fourth annual Capture Photography Festival proves to be a very exciting show of more than 100 photography exhibitions in 70 galleries, public art and photo events.  In the very short time frame of five years, […]


2017 Exposure Photography Festival Picks

    February 1st, 2017 marked he first day of the 2017 Exposure Photography Festival.  Last year I did a post of my favourite exhibitions and events.  With the festival in its 13th year it has a wide range of exhibitions with some events to keep you busy all month long.  Unfortunately I won’t be able to […]


Mobility Camp / Radical Inclusion by Radical Accessibility in Black Rock City

In 2014 I was officially diagnosed with sleep apnea. Since then I have been using a CPAP (continuous positive air pressure) machine in order to breathe properly while sleeping. And so, in 2015 when I first found out I had the opportunity to go to Burning Man, the first thing that came to my mind was, […]


PULSE Photography Exhibition

The Alberta Exposure Photography Festival is in its 12th year and I am happy to announce I will be joining some great talent in a group show during the festival.  PULSE is a group photography exhibition between myself and three other photographers at Inglewood Fine Arts in Calgary.  Leading up to the opening on Friday, […]


One Night Only Studio Open House & Sale / OPEN

On Friday, November 20th we are having an open house at Untitled Studios. I will have some older and discontinued prints on display heavily discounted for this one night only.  I will be giving framing demos to anyone interested and we’ll have food and drinks available. The live music will be provided by Ryan Bourne and […]


Forever is Part of the NPS Exhibition Tour

I’m happy to announce my image Forever was selected to part of the Nikon Professional Services (NPS) 2015 Exhibition Tour.  The exhibition tour is a curated show consisting of NPS members.  The tour will go across Canada; exhibits will be held in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary and Vancouver.  If you would like to attend the event send me an […]


Burning Man 2015 / A First Timer’s Perspective on the Best Place on Earth

A few weeks ago I spent some time at Black Rock City, Nevada.  To those who aren’t familiar with Black Rock City, it is a temporary city of approximately 70,000 people.  You may of heard of it as: Burning Man.  Here are a few highlights and my perspective as a first time Burner.  Or, if […]


Desolation Photographs by Scott Dimond / Opening Reception

Scott Dimond is a photographer based in Calgary, Alberta.  He likes to photograph landscapes, particularly natural scenes at sunrise/sunset.  Scott also photographs abandoned sites, weather old rural homesteads or large industrial complexes (1).  The topic of his latest show (at Resolve Photo) is Desolation and can be viewed at the opening reception, Thursday, April 9th, […]


Pictures from Realities Apart and Instant Two Opening Receptions & Talk / Thank you!

I wanted to thank everyone who came out to my openings this month.  Instant Two showing alongside Patrick Rochon and Michael Sturgeon at Endeavor Arts Gallery.  Also, Realities Apart, a group show with Andrew Millar at Inglewood Fine Arts.  This Saturday, February 28th is the last day to check out the work.  I’ll be attending […]


Realities Apart Reception & Talk / February 21st, 2015

This Saturday, February 21st, 2015, Andrew Millar and I will be at Inglewood Fine Arts for our reception and talk.  We’ll be presenting and discussing our work and the group show entitled Realities Apart.  Realities Apart is part of the month long Exposure Photography Festival here in Alberta. The exhibition is from January 31st till February […]


Studio Open House & Sale / Knock Knock

My studio, located at the Untitled Art Society is having an open house and sale tomorrow, Friday, November 14th (6-11pm).  We are located on the 4th floor of 319 10th Avenue SW (use back alley entrance). We’ll have all the member’s studios open for viewing and have a group showing in the halls.  There’ll be […]


Vault Photomag / Magazine Launch

If you’re finding something to do this Thursday evening check out the Vault Photomag launch event.  Last year I was approached by photographer and editor / publisher of Vault.  Vault was started by Kurtis Martyn to be an on-line resource to showcase photographers from around the world. To celebrate the premier printed issue of Vault […]


NYE 2014 Glitz & Glam Photo Booth

One of my clients, the Four Points by Sheraton had us do our costume booth this year and these are a few random booth pictures that night…   Click here for more…. NYE 2014 Glitz & Glam  


Happy Thanksgiving / 4 Year Anniversary Tomorrow

Happy Thanksgiving!!  I wish for you this Thanksgiving to be able to celebrate and enjoy time with your family and friends.  Tomorrow (October 15th, 2013) will mark the 4 year anniversary of when I started my photography business.  On that day I will be posting an announcement you won’t want to miss.  So, thank you […]


Photos of Burning Man 2013

In case you weren’t aware of the Burning Man Festival, it’s an annual festival where an estimated 68,000 people gather at the playa of Nevada’s Black Rock Desert.  The massive pilgrimage of people form a temporary city for a few days.  People attend from all walks of life and all parts of the world to […]


How To Get A Photo Pass for Concerts

Brad Moore is a concert and entertainment photographer from Tampa.  In this 500px blog post he talks about how you would go about getting a press/photo pass for concerts. This 500px article talks about how you go about shooting concert photos, finding alternative venues, contacting media, getting the pass, big shows vs. small shows.  Click here for […]


Help-Portrait 2012 | Thanks Vistek

help-portrait-calgary-by-mike-kehn

Saturday, December 8th, 2012 marked another successful Help-Portrait campaign in Calgary.   Help-Portrait is a worldwide initiative to provide portraits to those who otherwise could not get one.  The Calgary volunteers were able to provide over 450 prints during the one day event at the Calgary Drop-In Centre.  A big thanks goes out to Vistek for […]


Hurricane Sandy Pictures | Landfall Photos by the Atlantic

Hurricane Sandy

One of the best places for photojournalism online is the Atlantic’s In Focus column with Alan Taylor.   I knew they would have lots of pictures of Hurricane Sandy devastation.  When Sandy hit New York last night I wanted to see the waves, flooding and devastation from the eyes of some great photojournalists. My hearts, thoughts […]


Instant Art Opening Reception / Thanks for Attending!

Two Fridays ago on February 17th, 2012 we had the opening reception to show the work from my latest project, Instant Art.  I wanted to thank everyone that attended or that’s gone to see the exhibit since then.  The last day to see the work is this Sunday, March 4th.  The list of guests is […]


Basic Photo Editing Seminar / Saturday, February 25th, 2012

This weekend on Saturday February 25th, 2012 I’ll hosting my first seminar.  Being a well rounded photographer isn’t only about capturing the image right inside the camera but knowing the whole process from start to finish.  Digital photo editing is as important as learning darkroom techniques during the film days.  We’ll be learning a few […]


Instant Art Exhibit / Exposure Photography Festival

Happy Exposure month!  For those of you who aren’t familiar with Exposure, it’s a photography festival held in Calgary, Canmore and Banff.  It runs through the month of February and there are many events, exhibits and openings to check out.  This year I’m showing at the Resolution Art Gallery (located in Kensington).  My show, a […]


2011 Worldwide WOW Photo Contest

Every year CPC Elevate holds a worldwide WOW photo contest.  Open to all Canadians it gives amateur photographers a chance to showcase their work, win prizes and help a worthy cause.  CPC Elevate’s mission is to help motivated low income families break the cycle of poverty by providing support in their journey to long-term self-sufficiency (CPC […]


2011 Cariwest Parade in Edmonton

A few weekends ago I was in Edmonton with Aiofe for the 2011 Cariwest parade.  We took a trip out to Jasper and camped there for a few nights then topped it off with a visit in Edmonton.  Here are some pictures of the parade.  Check out all the pictures on Facebook or on Photoshelter. […]


2011 Calgary Stampede / Day One / Sneek-a-Peek

Ferris wheel and soldiers at the Stampede

I was fortunate enough to be offered a media pass for the 2011 Calgary Exhibition and Stampede.  Unfortunately I won’t be able to document every single day but I will be going quite a bit to capture moments in time and possibly offer a glimpse of what happens at the grounds during the ten days. […]