Articles tagged with: Snapshots of Ottawa
Remic Rapids
A year ago, I stumbled upon this magical place, by the Ottawa River, where John Ceprano is working on the art of balance. Last year’s work has probably been dismantled naturally during the winter, but the sculptures currently on display just blew my mind. They are taller, bigger, and there are dozens of them.
Summer in the Farm
Last week, in the Greyhound from Montreal airport to Ottawa, I stared at the window for the two hours’ long trip. I couldn’t peel my eyes away from the scenery. We drove that road many times, and yet it still appeals to me: Canada is beautiful.
Such a vast land. Such empty places between cities. Such as wild place at times. The light, the sky, the colors, everything looked vivid and alive. It was like being in a painting.
Close Up of the Canadian Parliament
The Parliament is definitely the Canadian landmark I get to see the most: I work in its shadow every day. Yet, it still impresses me – I always seem to find new details and new angles.
Parliament Hill is a very busy place in spring: hordes of tourists visit the Parliament, politicians and MPs are wrapping things up for the summer and locals enjoy relaxing on the grass in front of the Center Block.
The Supreme Court of Canada
The second main building I visited as part of the Ottawa 2010 Doors Open event is the Supreme Court. Located on Parliament Hill, the imposing grey building sits in the background, close to the Ottawa River.
Right after going through security, I stepped into the Grand Entrance Hall, with the logo of the Supreme Court, the “S” and the “C”.
Ottawa Paramedics Headquarter
Last weekend was “Doors Open” in Ottawa, a yearly event during which a number of places open their doors to the public. Not only admission is free, but you get the chance to peek into a number of interesting places which are not usually open to the general public. Being my usual curious self, I decided to go visit the Ottawa Paramedic Headquarter in Walkley.
Latina Dances in Ottawa
After the Egyptian and the Thai performances, I just couldn’t leave without watching the Latino’s. Mexico and Venezuela put out quite a show!
Both countries featured a lot of very young dancers, both shy and proud to be the center of attention. Older dancers swirled and spun, their colorful flounced skirts following each one of their steps. The dances were fast, contrasting with the slow Thai performance, but as graceful.
Thai Dance at the Tulips Festival
After the Egypt performance was finished, I was about to exit Major’s Hill Park when I noticed a strange procession making its way to the stage. Hidden behind bright red sunshades, Asian-looking girls and women were shyly posing for photographers. From the pattern of their clothes, I gathered it was time for a Thai dance, and once again, I hide besides the stage to watch the performance.
International Friendship Stage - Egypt
I was on a photography hunt last Saturday when I heard some music coming from Major Hills Park, by the Parliament. I hurried there and stumbled upon the Tulips Festival’s final weekend celebrations. The festival is not just about gorgeous flowers, it also promotes international friendship and a number of performances from around the world are invited to star on the aptly named “International Friendship Stage”.
