Who's behind the lens?

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I love nature, and feel a strong connection to the natural world - which can inspire us with beauty, and challenge us with the very cycle of life and death which all of us must face. I see these as two sides of the same coin, and this insight inspires my photography, and all that I do for my clients.

I also carve soapstone, attempt to master the challenges of the bagpipes, tenor, and bass drum for a pipe band, tend my backyard birds and floral oasis, spoil my multitude of indoor cats, and geek out on everything Hallowe'en related. The latter not exclusive to October. 

I edit novels,  short stories, essays, research papers, website content, proposals,  letters, resumes, promotional materials... the list goes on. I have the  capacity to edit, proofread, or copy edit, according to your preference. 

Specializing  in historical research, I also focus on practical qualitative research.  I have the capacity and skill base to research most topics, excluding  statistical and scientific research. 

As well as photography, I do historical transcription, and layout of novels, magazines, and gaming modules. 

The  natural cycle of life and death can be sad because it forces us to say  goodbye to those we love, but it also provides us with an opportunity  for closure. There are many details that must be addressed in this often  stressful time - including deciding how to handle the social media  presence of someone who has passed on. I will give you peace of mind by  using my extensive knowledge of the steps needed to close down a  deceased loved one's Web presence, and to set up an online memorial, or a  multimedia compilation of photos and keepsakes, if that is your wish.  Rest assured that your loved one's presence will be treated with dignity  and respect. 

I am currently:
~ 2nd Vice President, Band Liaison, and PRO for the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 212, Kemptville, and,
~ Piper / tenor drummer / bass drummer (not all at the same time) for the Kemptville Legion Pipes & Drums