I have recently returned from the Canadian Imaging Conference and Expo in Ottawa, where I was honoured to learn that my image, “Aurora Caninus”, was selected for the prestigious Professional Photographers of Canada 2025 National Loan Collection.
This image is especially close to my heart because I created it right here, in Albert County. I began planning this image the first time I had the chance to photograph the amazing Aurora Borealis in May 2024. I kept thinking about how I could get a dog into the scene, but my own are too tiny and ill-behaved to make good models.
This image is especially close to my heart because I created it right here, in Albert County. I began planning this image the first time I had the chance to photograph the amazing Aurora Borealis in May 2024. I kept thinking about how I could get a dog into the scene, but my own are too tiny and ill-behaved to make good models.
Fortunately for me, GCHS IcyCold Fifth Avenue Wickkid Bling, Jewell--a Grand Champion Silver and the #1 female Ibizan Hound in Canada--lives nearby! I knew that her long legs and striking silhouette were exactly what I was looking for. Although we had never met in person, Jewell’s human, Colleen Gallagher and I were Facebook friends, and when the Northern Lights began putting on a show for us in October, I messaged her and she agreed to bring Jewell out to model for some photos.
We needed a location where I could get down low and shoot up towards Jewell, with the Aurora behind her, so we headed for Cape Enrage. After first trying out the deck at the top of the road, we ended up heading back down to the pebble beach, where I was able to create this silhouette. It was not without its challenges, since I needed about a two-second exposure time and Jewell was understandably disinclined to stay perfectly still for that long!
In the end, we got a few usable shots (out of hundreds!), and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out.
We needed a location where I could get down low and shoot up towards Jewell, with the Aurora behind her, so we headed for Cape Enrage. After first trying out the deck at the top of the road, we ended up heading back down to the pebble beach, where I was able to create this silhouette. It was not without its challenges, since I needed about a two-second exposure time and Jewell was understandably disinclined to stay perfectly still for that long!
In the end, we got a few usable shots (out of hundreds!), and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out.
Excerpt from the Professional Photographers of Canada Press Release ...for the full document go to www.ppoc.ca
April 26, 2025: Ottawa, Ontario – The Professional Photographers of Canada is delighted to announce that Harvey photographer Tracy Munson MPA has had 5 images selected for its annual national Salon recognizing and celebrating the best of Canadian professional photography. Tracy's image 'Aurora Caninus' has been selected for inclusion in the Professional Photographers of Canada’s 2025 Loan Collection.
The Professional Photographers of Canada Image Competition aims to recognize and celebrate exceptional talent in the field of photography, providing a platform for photographers to showcase their creativity and vision. With submissions spanning various genres and themes, the competition highlights the diverse perspectives and artistic expressions of photographers from different cultures and backgrounds. The exhibition was revealed on April 26rd, 2025, at Canadian Imaging, the annual conference of the PPOC held this year in Ottawa, Ontario.
The PPOC expresses gratitude to the esteemed panel of judges who dedicated their time and expertise to the meticulous evaluation of entries, ensuring a fair and rigorous selection process. For more information about the PPOC Image Competition and upcoming events, visit www.ppoc.ca.
"We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Tracy for a remarkable achievement," said Jay Terry, MPA, SPA, Chair of the National Exhibition Committee. "We are immensely grateful to all participants who shared their creativity and passion with us, making this year's competition a resounding success. For those seeking to elevate their visual storytelling and make a lasting impression, professional photographers are not just an option – they're a necessity."
April 26, 2025: Ottawa, Ontario – The Professional Photographers of Canada is delighted to announce that Harvey photographer Tracy Munson MPA has had 5 images selected for its annual national Salon recognizing and celebrating the best of Canadian professional photography. Tracy's image 'Aurora Caninus' has been selected for inclusion in the Professional Photographers of Canada’s 2025 Loan Collection.
The Professional Photographers of Canada Image Competition aims to recognize and celebrate exceptional talent in the field of photography, providing a platform for photographers to showcase their creativity and vision. With submissions spanning various genres and themes, the competition highlights the diverse perspectives and artistic expressions of photographers from different cultures and backgrounds. The exhibition was revealed on April 26rd, 2025, at Canadian Imaging, the annual conference of the PPOC held this year in Ottawa, Ontario.
The PPOC expresses gratitude to the esteemed panel of judges who dedicated their time and expertise to the meticulous evaluation of entries, ensuring a fair and rigorous selection process. For more information about the PPOC Image Competition and upcoming events, visit www.ppoc.ca.
"We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Tracy for a remarkable achievement," said Jay Terry, MPA, SPA, Chair of the National Exhibition Committee. "We are immensely grateful to all participants who shared their creativity and passion with us, making this year's competition a resounding success. For those seeking to elevate their visual storytelling and make a lasting impression, professional photographers are not just an option – they're a necessity."
Submitted by: Tracey Munson, MPA, APAI, Photographer, Atlantic Director of Communications & Community, Professional Photographers of Canada
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