Don Pasquale

It always blows me away that we have such amazing culture in Saskatoon.  Check out scenes from one of the most hilarious productions I have ever seen on stage, The Saskatoon Opera's Don Pasquale at the Persephone Theatre.   

The Red and Black Affair

A year in the making, the Red and Black Affair was the highlight of the arts scene in Saskatoon. The gala, sponsored by Cava Wines and Spirits, held at the Delta Bessborough featured a world class menu, the finest wines, Saskatchewan’s best artists, and one of the world’s greatest singers Richard Margison.

flowers by Flowers by Fred

international award winning pottery up for bid

Dan Reid, Epicure Group and Molly Luz, Lux Events

Mark Turner, Turner Studios, Cam Rizos, Cava Wines and Spirits

the incomparable Richard Margison

The Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra

A traditional chocolate pate!

Saskatoon Opera Behind the Scenes

Those who know me personally know that I can't sing (under statement) and I have what can be (and has been) pretty plebeian taste when it comes to music. So imagine my surprise when I find myself chin deep in the opera and loving it. Maybe I grew up or maybe the Saskatoon Opera is just that good! Either way, one of the most amusing parts of my experiences with last years Opera season was scuttling around backstage. I loved how this cast of cool cats were transformed into Victorian Dukes, Duchesses and peasants, not by the costumes and make-up but by the internal switches they flipped when the curtain went up! Enjoy!

The Marriage of Figaro-Saskatoon Opera

As the Saskatoon Opera begins to look forward to it's new season, I thought you'd like a peak at last year's main stage performance, The Marriage of Figaro. It was such an honour to photograph last season's events, I can't wait to dive in again.

Danika Lorèn & Mark Turner (nationally acclaimed artists)

I cried when I first heard soprano, Danika Lorèn sing and pianist, Mark Turner play. It was a little embarrassing because I was in a room full of professionals, Opera supporters and generally cultured people. (but not so embarrassing that I won't begin this blog post with the fact). I have photographed Danika and Mark through various Saskatoon Opera related events and by the time we met to do this photoshoot0 to promote their concert it was a curious thing to capture their unyielding talents mixed with their BIG BIG personalities. Congratulations to them both. Danika (accompanied by Mark) won Nations (voice) and continues to bring audiences to their feet (and to tears) as she performs and pursues her studies in Toronto. Mark is home-based and teaches out of Saskatoon.