Welcome
(*** initial draft of our website, more to follow)
The content shown here represents nothing more than the musings & recollections of an old man living in northern Nova Scotia. Most of the photographs presented are an attempt to showcase a tiny bit of the natual beauty in Northern Nova Scotia.
I hope you discover a photo of interest that evokes a smile.
Thank you for dropping by ~ Brian ~
Two Islands Flowerpot
Two Islands, Cumberland County, NS. Jan 2023
An overcast sky combined with a low January sun created some wonderful contrasts. Low tide on the north shore of the Minas Basin. When I look at the rock formation it reminds me of a character from the B.C. newspaper cartoon strip.
Distant memory
Lower Cove, Cumberland County Dec 2022
An inpromptu visit to Lower Cove for a bit of air. Listening to the gentle roar of the waves.
Clark's Head Arch
East of Parrsboro, Nova Scotia Jan 2023
A natural stone formation on the north shore of the Minas Basin. Created by the eroding effects of world's highest tides.
Ole Sal' with Allen
Cape Chignecto Provincial Park, Cumberland County Apr 2018
An early morning hike exploring Cape Chignecto Provincial Park. "ol Sal" is the local name for the black pinnacle formation in the distance .
The Cat
Five Islands Provincial Park Colchester county Jan 2020
Natural Sandstone formation that appears to be cat's head. Sadly it no longer stands, having succumbed to the ravages of winds and tides. A popular hiking destination along the Minas Basin coastline at Five Islands Provincial Park, Colchester County.
A Quiet place to wander
East of Parrsboro, Cumberland County Dec 2022
The beauty of Natural stone formations and the energy of winds and tides create a sense of stillness.
Advocate Harbour Driftwood
Advocate Harbour, Cumberland County NS Jan 2023
Several kilometers of exposed beach at Advocate Harbour where the driftwood readily collects is a favorite place for photographers.
Princess Hazel
Brookdale, Cumberland County Nov 2022
Miss Hazel showing off her hunting skills in the deep grasses along the edge of our yard. She began to show up on our doorstep when she was approximately eight weeks old. It wasn't long before her established herself as a permenant fixture in our home.
Carboniferious Period
Joggins-Lower Cove, NS Jan 2023
A cast of tree that lived approx: three hundred twenty million years ago during the Carboniferious Period. This sample and other fossils are constantly being exposed as the cliff face is eroded by the tides and weather. For scale the hand made walking stick is ~ 1.2 meters in length.
Lost ways
Near Amherst, Cumberland County May 2022
A place of worship that has fallen into disrepair Cumberland County, Nova Scotia .
A Seculed Cove
Soley Cove Colchester County - Mar 2022
A popular hiking destination near Soley Cove Colchester County. A small cove carved into the soft red sandstone by thirteen meter tides. A word of caution, if you intend to hike this shoreline... Know Your Tides!
Counting Rocks
Cape Spence, Cumberland County - Dec 2022
The simple act of balancing stones in a stack can be somewhat meditative. Being aware of the envionmental impact this may have is very important. I typically assemble the stacks in places where they will be knocked down by the next high tide.
Brookville Rock
Brookville, Cumberland County -Dec 2022
An overcast sky, with a low winter sun created some wonderful contrasts. For those of us that see creatures and animal outlines in nature this is a great place to check out
The Two Ladies
Cape d'Or, NS -Jan 2023
A basalt stone formation jutting out into the confluence of the Chignecto Basin and Minas Basin, Cape d'or Cumberland County. An amazing location to bring a lunch and watch the awesome power of the tides.
Dancing with the Mistress
Lower Cove, NS -Feb 2023
When hiking the shoreline of the Chignecto Basin, I am always reminded that I dance only when the Mistress of the Bay permits. She calls the tune, I try to keep in step.
Inquisitive
Ragged Reef , Cumberland County -Apr 2018
An abandoned home near Joggins, Nova Scotia .
Advocate Harbour
Advocate Harbour, NS -Jan 2020
Enjoying the beauty and power during the November winds at Advocate.
Rams Head
Diligent River, Cumberland County -Dec 2022
Tetonic collisions and geological upheaval have resulted in the rock layers being tilted vertically. An absolutely beautiful backdrop for landscape photography, Diligent River, west of Parrsboro, Cumberland County.
Hiking Trail Awaits
Cape Chignecto Provincal Park -Oct 2022
Listen to the silence.
Mermaid's Castle
Advocate Harbour, Cumberland County -Nov 2022
It has been rumoured that Mermaids may live here. Advocate Harbour, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia.
The Ole Wife
Five Islands -Jun 2021
Nature's beauty along the shoreline of Western Colchester County at Five Islands. As seen from Moose Island, the black pinnacle in the distance is known affectionately as "Ole Wife"
Mother and daughter
Pollets Cove, Cape Breton -June 2019
A mare and her daughter greet on the beach at Pollets Cove, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia .