A year ago I was in a completely different place. Although 2021 had plenty of roadblocks and lockdowns, I ended the year in a rough mental state and felt stuck. I didn’t feel like I had grown much or challenged myself enough. On a quiet New Years eve, I told myself that 2022 would be different. 

The biggest caveat was a limited access to nature and time, so taking my camera out became more of a chore. I still managed to get out once in awhile but it was not sparking the same enjoyment as it had initially.

I suppose the rain and overcast skies that come with autumn in Canada lend themselves well to my creative flow. Unfortunately, these kind of days can also present an absolute creative block.

The last week or so I have been feeling a positive change in a few ways. I try to avoid negative thinking in general but the last couple of years and the last few months have been especially difficult. COVID has brought a heavy weight to everyone’s shoulders.