The lens issues hold a special place in my heart because, coming from a photography background, it’s one of my favourite storytelling methods.
Photography is a storytelling method for me.
It’s what drew me into photojournalism. The craft of storytelling and documenting history as it happens with a camera.
My photo catalogue has grown vast and offers a snapshot of the world and how it’s changed.
I have photos of prime ministers and premiers, historic Canadian events, and buildings like Notre-Dame de Paris before its fire demolished much of its original roof. Some of these photos are hanging in my office, and when I look at the wall, I am proud of the work I created, all thanks to lenses.
Lenses help preserve moments in time and share the beauty of the world.
Speaking with Cassandra Jones of Noelle Mirabella Photography for this issue, we touched on the importance of photographing our friends and family. Last year I photographed many of my friends and family for my birthday.
It’s one of my favourite projects I have done.
It’s an honour to photograph the people who have influenced my life so much. In this issue, I also looked into the history of cinema in the Peace Region.
I love movies.
According to my Letterboxd account in 2025, I watched 278 movies; not many compared to our film columnist, Marc Boily, who watched over 400 films last year.
Although, our combined films watched pales in comparison to our cinephile friend Brett who watched 760 movies last year.
Movies transport us to other worlds, show us different points of view, and times, all through the magic of lenses.
They have single-handedly helped shape our culture globally.
There are many stories to tell about how lenses have shaped the story of the Peace Region, so if you enjoyed this issue, let us know and we can plan to tell you more stories in the future.
Still, I hope you enjoy! Let us know what you think at hello@thearticle.ca
P.S. Also, welcome to Issue 3 of The Article! This is starting to feel real, folks!
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