Celebrating Nature Photography Day
by Shelby Smith
Caribou swimming on Lake of the Woods, photograph by Carl Linde. Date unknown. From the collection of the Lake of the Woods Museum.
Today is Nature Photography Day!
Every year on June 15th, the North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA) celebrates and promotes the enjoyment of nature photography. Today is also an opportunity to have conversations about conservation of our plants, wildlife, and landscapes.
So grab your camera, or even a sketchbook, and head outdoors to join in the celebration! Whether you take a hike, go on a trip to the beach, or just step out into your back yard – today is a great day to appreciate the beautiful natural world that surrounds us.
If you would like to join the online conversation, share your nature photographs online using #NaturePhotographyDay.
DID YOU KNOW?
The Douglas Family Art Centre has free convenient travel sized sketchbooks available for curb-side pick-up provided by Bateman’s Sketch Across Canada. If you would like to pick one up, please call 807-467-2201 to schedule a pick-up time.
Did you know?
Joseph Sanchez from Professional Native Indian Artists Incorporated was once struck by lightening! He said that he felt the energy in his body for over 6 months and it changed the course of his artwork.