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À la télévision de Radio-Canada

Cet été, j’ai eu l’agréable surprise d’être contactée par le réalisateur de l’émission jeunesse ONIVA à Radio-Canada, qui souhaitait faire une entrevue pour présenter mon travail de photographe de la nature.

Cette semaine, j’ai eu le plaisir de rencontrer Pierre Beaudoin en personne sur l’Île de Vancouver pour concrétiser ce projet. J’ai apprécié cette première expérience devant la caméra dans une atmosphère relax et amicale et de montrer un de mes endroits préférés sur l’Île de Vancouver pour la photographie de nature en automne.

Le reportage sera prochainement diffusé à l’émission ONIVA et disponible sur YouTube. À suivre…

Pierre Beaudoin, réalisation, Alex, caméraman et Catherine, après le tournage.

Pierre Beaudoin, réalisateur, Alex Lamic, vidéographe, et Catherine Babault.

Photo Workshop in Tofino

If you fancy a trip to Tofino, I will be giving a workshop from 4 to 8 October (in English only). We will spend our days in the field either on the sandy beaches of the Pacific Rim or in the rainforest. The West Coast of Vancouver Island has so much to offer when it comes to stunning landscapes and wildlife. Places are limited to 5 persons. Sign up here!

Excursion photo à Tofino

Si un voyage à Tofino en septembre vous tente, j'y donne un atelier du 20 au 24 septembre (en français seulement). Nous passerons nos journées soit sur les plages de sable fin du Pacific Rim ou dans la forêt tempérée humide. La côte ouest de l’Île de Vancouver a beaucoup offert en matière de magnifiques paysages et vie sauvage. Le nombre de places est limité à 5 personnes. Inscrivez-vous ici !

Publiée dans le magazine PrésentEs! Published in the magazine PrésentEs!

Je suis très contente d’être publiée dans le magazine PrésentEs! de l’Alliance des femmes de la francophonie canadienne dans un article où j’aborde l’éthique en photographie naturaliste. Cette édition de l’été 2021 est consacrée aux femmes et à l’environnement. Je vous invite à le lire ici.

I am very happy to be published in the magazine PrésentEs! of the Alliance des femmes de la francophonie canadienne; in my article I talk about ethics in nature photography. The Summer 2021 edition focuses on women and the environment. I invite you to read it here (the article is in French).

Nature Photo Workshops now open to Canadians across the country!

As of 1 July 2021, British Columbia is ready to welcome travellers from across Canada. For international visitors, the Canadian border remains closed for non-essential travel, including those who have been vaccinated.

Our nature photo workshops are given in the great outdoors only and we take all necessary precautions to ensure your safety during the pandemic. Masks are not required in the outdoors where the workshops are given, however we ask everyone attending the outdoor event to maintain a physical distance of 2 metres between one another, unless you reside together. We supply hand sanitation gel.

Please feel free to send us your questions and comments during this time of transition to normalcy.

Learn more about the nature photo workshops offered this summer.

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Government of British Columbia guidelines: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/info/restrictions

Les ateliers de photo de nature maintenant ouverts aux Canadiens de partout au pays!

À partir du 1er juillet 2021, la Colombie-Britannique ouvre ses portes aux voyageurs venant du Canada. Pour les voyageurs internationaux, la frontière canadienne reste fermée pour les voyages jugés non-essentiels, même pour les voyageurs vaccinés.

Nos ateliers de photo de nature sont donnés en plein air seulement et nous prenons toutes les mesures nécessaires pour assurer votre sécurité en temps de pandémie. Le port d’un masque n’est pas requis à l’extérieur, toutefois nous demandons à tous ceux qui participent à l’évènement en plein air de respecter une distance physique de 2 mètres, à moins que vous ne viviez ensemble. Nous fournissons du gel désinfectant pour les mains.

N’hésitez pas nous faire parvenir vos questions et commentaires durant cette période de transition vers un retour à la normale.

En savoir plus sur les ateliers offerts cet été.

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Directives du Gouvernement de la Colombie-Britannique (en anglais seulement) : https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/info/restrictions

Photo Workshops during the COVID-19 Pandemic - Ateliers photo pendant la pandémie de COVID-19

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All the workshops are given in small groups (5 participants max) and in the outdoors so you are less likely to get or spread COVID-19. You can either join an already scheduled workshop or ask for a private workshop for yourself or as members of the same bubble at no extra cost. We offer half-day, weekend and multi-day workshops all year-round. Feel free to contact us for details.

During the pandemic, we take all necessary precautions to ensure your safety. We ask everyone attending the outdoor event to maintain a physical distance of 2 metres between one another, unless you reside together. We recommend the use of a mask and we supply hand sanitation gel.

The day prior to the start of the workshop, you will be asked whether you have symptoms of COVID-19, have been in close contact with someone who has confirmed or suspected COVID-19. If you have any symptoms of COVID-19 prior to the workshop, please inform us immediately; we will reschedule you for another workshop once you have fully recovered.

Below are the current travel restrictions for Vancouver Island, BC:

  • Vancouver Island residents are allowed to travel within the Vancouver Island Health region for recreational purposes.

  • For British Columbians, travel is allowed within your health zone. Non-essential travel between health zones continues to be restricted.

  • For Canadians, all non-essential travel to BC must be avoided until further notice.

  • For international visitors, the Canadian border remains closed for non-essential travel, including those who have been vaccinated.

For current travel information, visit https://www.hellobc.com/what-you-need-to-know/

Further details on the current orders can be found at: gov.bc.ca/COVID-19

Ateliers photo pendant la pandémie de COVID-19

Tous les ateliers sont donnés en petits groupes (5 participants max) et en plein air donc vous êtes moins susceptible d'attraper ou de propager le COVID-19. Vous pouvez soit rejoindre un atelier déjà programmé, soit demander un atelier privé pour vous-même ou en tant que membre de la même bulle, et ce, sans frais supplémentaire. Nous proposons des ateliers d'une demie-journée, d'un week-end et de plusieurs jours tout au long de l'année. N'hésitez pas à nous contacter pour plus de détails.

Pendant la pandémie, nous prenons toutes les mesures nécessaires pour assurer votre sécurité. Nous demandons à tous ceux qui participent à l'événement en plein air de maintenir une distance physique de 2 mètres, à moins que vous ne viviez ensemble. Nous recommandons le port d'un masque et nous fournissons du gel désinfectant pour les mains.

La veille de l'atelier, nous vous demanderons si vous avez des symptômes de COVID-19 et si vous avez été en contact étroit avec un cas confirmé ou suspecté de COVID-19. Si vous avez des symptômes de COVID-19 avant le début l'atelier, veuillez nous en informer immédiatement ; nous vous reporterons votre inscription à un futur atelier lorsque vous serez complètement rétabli.

Vous trouverez ci-dessous les restrictions de voyage courantes pour l'île de Vancouver, en Colombie-Britannique :

  • Les résidents de l'île de Vancouver sont autorisés à se déplacer dans la région sanitaire de l'île de Vancouver à des fins récréatives.

  • Pour les Britanno-Colombiens, les déplacements sont autorisés dans votre zone sanitaire seulement. Les déplacements non essentiels entre les zones sanitaires continuent d'être limités.

  • Pour les Canadiens, tout voyage non essentiel en Colombie-Britannique doit être évité jusqu'à nouvel ordre.

  • Pour les visiteurs internationaux, la frontière canadienne reste fermée pour les déplacements non essentiels, y compris pour ceux qui ont été vaccinés.

Pour les dernières informations sur les voyages, visitez : https://www.hellobc.com/what-you-need-to-know/ (en anglais seulement)

Pour plus de détails sur les mesures en cours, visitez : gov.bc.ca/COVID-19 (en anglais seulement)

Vancouver Island Wildlife, a Photo Journey is a Nautilus Award-winning Book

I am happy to announce that Vancouver Island Wildlife, a Photo Journey has just won a prestigious Silver Nautilus Book Award.

Created in the U.S.A. in 1998, Nautilus Book Awards have been given out annually to promote ‘’books that inspire and connect our lives as individuals, families, communities and global citizens.’’ The judges panel includes editors, writers and librarians.

If you don’t have a copy of Vancouver Island Wildlife yet, now is the perfect time to order a signed one! When you order anything on my website, you are supporting a local small business.

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Je suis heureuse d’annoncer que Vancouver Island Wildlife, a Photo Journey a remporté un prestigieux Silver Nautilus Book Award.

Créé aux États-Unis en 1998, le Nautilus Book Award est remis chaque année pour promouvoir des ‘’livres qui inspirent et connectent nos vies en tant qu'individus, familles, communautés et citoyens du monde’’. Son jury est composé d'éditeurs, d'écrivains et de libraires.

Si vous n’avez pas encore d’exemplaire, c’est maintenant le temps d’en commander un signé ! Lorsque vous commandez quelque chose sur mon site web, vous soutenez une petite entreprise locale.

Fine Art Prints Spring Sale

Get 25% off on all Fine Art Prints until Sunday! Enter promo code S8FNEZN at checkout.

Spring is the best time of the year to refresh the decor in your home or office. I have a selection of images of landscape, wildlife, abstract and black and white.

Feel free to ask me about any images found on this website.

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Nature Photography Workshops and Virtual Lectures

Spring is finally here, which means my workshops in the field will resume as soon as restrictions are lifted. For those of you who can’t make it to Vancouver Island, my Creative Nature Photography online course is now available on demand. Contact me to schedule a day and time.

Lately I have been giving a lot of virtual presentations. Last week, I even broke a personal record with 80 people attending my virtual presentation with the Cowichan Valley Naturalists Society! If you would like me to give a talk to your local club, library or workplace, wherever you are in the world, feel free to contact me. Note that I can give the lecture in English or in French.

On that note, don’t miss my presentation with the Vancouver Island Regional Library on 15 April! It is open to everyone (see details).

Wishing you a beautiful Spring!

Vancouver Island Regional Library virtual presentation

Vancouver Island Regional Library virtual presentation

Introducing Creative Nature Photography online course

I am happy to announce my two-part online course Creative Nature Photography (courses are available in English and in French). If you are looking to improve your creative skills, this is the course for you. Divided in two parts: Composition and Wildlife Photography, the course covers keys elements of composition, use of light, shutter speed, preparation for a field trip, encounters with wildlife and so much more.

The presentation is given on Zoom so you can ask your questions after the lecture and interact with our small group of 10 people maximum.

You are not left on your own with a video and reading material.

The first part of the course in English starts on Tuesday 23 February. The course in French starts on 24 February. I have classes scheduled in the morning and in the evening to accommodate you no matter your time zone.

Sign up today for one part only, or save $10 by signing up for both parts.

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First Magazine Cover

2021 is off to a good start! I have the pleasure of having my image of kelp published on the cover of EVENT magazine, issue 49-3.

‘’For 49 years, EVENT has published the very best in contemporary new poetry and prose. We are one of Western Canada’s longest-running literary magazines, and welcome submissions written in English from around the world. Each issue of EVENT includes high quality fiction, poetry, non-fiction and book reviews, and we feature emerging and established writers side-by-side in our pages.’’

EVENT magazine is published three times a year.

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Nature Photo Exhibition in Vancouver

I am happy to announce that my artwork will be exhibited at the Centre culturel francophone in Vancouver, from 21 January to 4 March 2021. This is a great opportunity to see my photographs in big format and get a better appreciation of my work as a nature and wildlife photographer. During your visit, you will see intimate portraits of fauna and flora, and wild landscapes of the West Coast. Details here.

The ban on events in British Columbia has been extended until 5 February at midnight, which means I won’t be giving workshops for the moment. In the meantime, if you are looking for inspiration and photo tips, I invite you to order a signed copy of my book Vancouver Island Wildlife, a Photo Journey.

Once workshops resume, only local residents will be able to sign up since non-essential travel is not recommended at this time in British Columbia.

Follow me on Twitter for the latest news, images and photo tips!

Wishing you all the best in 2021!

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Latest news!

Since my book Vancouver Island Wildlife, a Photo Journey was released in early October, I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Marc Fournier (Culture et Confiture, Radio-Canada), Jacques Dufresne (Boulevard du Pacifique, Radio-Canada), Pierre Chauvin (Radio Victoria), and Sheryl McKay (North by Northwest, CBC). Newspapers, such as the Comox Valley Record, and online media have kindly covered my book release.

Since October, I gave virtual presentations, in English and in French, to several organizations in British Columbia and beyond, and I have many more planned for the coming weeks and months. Follow me on Twitter to get the latest updates. Feel free to contact me if you wish to schedule a virtual presentation.

During the month of December, you are invited to see 15 of my photographs on exhibit at the Bayside Café in Courtenay. From 21 January to 4 March 2021, my photographs will be on display at the Centre culturel francophone in Vancouver.

Also my image of a Bald eagle eating a halibut has been published in the 50th edition of Nature Sauvage, a beautiful magazine issued in Quebec. My work will be on the cover of another magazine in January.

The holiday season is fast approaching. If you are looking for a unique gift for the nature lover or photographer in your life, consider getting a fine art print. Choose from a variety of prints featuring charismatic wildlife, beautiful landscapes or abstract art, and check a few names off your list! Prints come in various sizes from 12x18’’ to 24x36’’. And of course, there is always my book that will fit nicely under the Christmas tree.

Best wishes,

Catherine

Vancouver Island Wildlife, A Photo Journey - Book Release on 5 October

I am proud to announce the release of my book Vancouver Island Wildlife, A Photo Journey. I hope it offers a good perspective on a unique region, on the west coast of Canada.

Over the last year, I travelled by foot, snowshoes, floatplane and boat to photograph some of the charismatic wildlife that frequents or lives on Vancouver Island. For this project, my challenge was to take candid shots of elusive species, such as the Roosevelt elk (Cervus elaphus roosevelti). I remember looking for them in Strathcona park in snowshoes, stepping over their tracks, and finally, months later, finding a herd of females caring for their young.

On Vancouver Island, many species are of special concern, threatened or endangered like the Vancouver Island marmot (Marmota vancouverensis). Given the fact that there is only a few marmots in the wild, the same size as a domestic cat, and dark brown in colour, it is quite rare to spot them in the alpine regions. However, I was able to photograph marmots at Mount Washington.

My goal was also to photograph the fragile ecosystems where these animals live to raise awareness about our collective responsibility in the sustainable development of this amazing part of the world, as well as its preservation and restoration for future generations.

I hope that you will enjoy this journey in the heart of Vancouver Island wilderness.

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Je suis fière de vous annoncer la parution de mon livre Vancouver Island Wildlife, A Photo Journey. Un livre qui, j’espère, ouvrira une fenêtre sur une région unique de la côte ouest du Canada.

Au cours de la dernière année, j’ai voyagé à pied, en raquettes, en hydravion et par bateau afin de photographier quelques uns des animaux charismatiques qui peuplent ou fréquentent l’Île de Vancouver. Pour ce livre, je m’étais lancé le défi de capturer des moments candides chez des espèces élusives, comme le wapiti de Roosevelt (Cervus elaphus roosevelti). Je me souviens l’avoir pisté en raquettes dans le parc Strathcona, avoir marché dans ses pas pour enfin, des mois plus tard, tomber sur une harde de femelles en train d’allaiter leurs petits.

Sur l’Île de Vancouver, bien des espèces sont en situation préoccupante, menacées ou bien en voie de disparition comme la marmotte de l’Île de Vancouver (Marmota vancouverensis). Son petit nombre fait qu’il est très rare de la rencontrer sans compter qu’il est difficile de la repérer dans le paysage alpin car elle est de la grosseur d’un chat et de couleur brun foncé. Cependant j’ai pu la photographier au Mont Washington.

J’ai souhaité aussi photographier les fragiles écosystèmes dans lequel vivent ses animaux afin de nous rappeler notre responsabilité collective dans le développement durable de cette incroyable région du monde, ainsi que sa préservation et restauration pour les futures générations.

J’espère que vous apprécierez ce voyage au coeur du monde sauvage de l’Île de Vancouver.

Book Release: Vancouver Island Wildlife - A Photo Journey

As you all know, over the last year, I have been working hard to photograph interesting species that call Vancouver Island home, such as the elusive Roosevelt elk and the rare Vancouver Island marmot. The result is the creation of my book Vancouver Island Wildlife - A Photo Journey, which is being released in early October.

Divided into two sections, On the Coast and In the Forest, this photographic journey features over 150 stunning images of Vancouver Island’s biodiversity and wild landscapes. This books presents rare and candid moments featuring charismatic animals, such as the black bear, sea otter, Roosevelt elk, sea lion, bald eagle, and the rare Vancouver Island marmot as well as intimate portraits of flora species found in the rainforest and in subalpine meadows. Splendid images of moss-covered trees in autumn foliage complete this compilation of impressive photographs. Captioned with anecdotes, and conservation and photographic techniques information, this beautiful book invites you into a natural world with unique ecosystems, and is certain to capture the interest of photographers, travellers and nature-lovers.

Pre-order your signed copy today! Books are shipped worldwide.

An amazing photographic journey in the wilderness of Vancouver Island that presents compelling images of elusive wildlife, stunning landscapes and unique ecosystems.

Update on Nature Photo Workshops

Great news! My photo workshops are now open to anyone living in British Columbia.

The day prior to the start of the workshop, you will be asked whether you have symptoms of COVID-19, have been in close contact with someone who has confirmed or suspected COVID-19, and have travelled outside British Columbia in the last 14 days. During the workshop, participants and the instructor will be required to wear a non-medical mask or face covering (please bring your own mask). Contact me if you would prefer to schedule a photo workshop with members of your circle only.

It’s time to get out of the house, enjoy nature on beautiful Vancouver Island and refine your photo skills!

Catherine

Solo Exhibition at The Hub

If you’re in the Comox Valley in August, check out my solo exhibition at The Hub, 545 Duncan Ave, Courtenay, BC. I will be showing some of my best images in big format! 24 x 36 inches, the perfect size for that empty wall in your living-room or office.

I am also featured in the Comox Valley Record, page 19, issue of 30 July 2019.

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Composition

Composition can be daunting. The good news is you can learn about it and get better with time and practice!

When I’m in the field, I always look for interesting shapes, patterns, lines and texture. Once I find a potential subject, I evaluate the intensity of the light, its direction and the need to use filters or not. I identify distracting elements, determine my focal point and move around to find my composition. I establish the depth of field, what should be in focus and which lens to use. Then I set up my tripod, which is essential in order to get sharp images. After taking my shot, I check the histogram and the clarity of my image on the back screen. From there I can adjust my composition accordingly. I find that seeing my image on the small screen tells me right away if the composition is good or not.

I believe that a poor image cannot be fixed with a software so I prefer to take the time to compose my images while I am in the field. I also prefer to spend my time outside rather than in front of my computer!

If you’re ready to learn how to get better images, sign up for an upcoming workshop or ask for a private workshop.

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