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Natasha + Matt Does it really get any better than dogs, bikes, beaches and the sunset?! Engagement Session at Canatara Park in Sarnia, Ontario by Sarnia Wedding Photographer Daniel McQuillan Photography

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My Hip Cocktails: In Sarnia

My Hip Cocktails: In Sarnia

When the summer was coming to a close, I decided to mettle with cocktails which used beer as mix. With the re-emergence of countless numbers of craft beer, the possibilities are endless. One of my favorite Ontario microbreweries is Refined Fool in Sarnia, so it was a no-brainer to try and construct a beer based refreshment using their Canatara!, a Berliner Weisse named after one of Lambton…

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Canatara park session 3

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Malard duck, Anas platyrhynchos por Charles O'Neill

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Caught the sunset at the beach last night 🌅 (at Canatara Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CY1EMYrLMmQ/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Nature in Art

The philosopher Aristotle once wrote that "Art not only imitates nature, but it also completes its deficiencies."(Aristotle Quotes About Art, n.d.) This can be interpreted as art not only recreating the natural world but also creating new ways in which to see it in another light. When interpreting nature through art, there is endless forms and purposes of nature provided to us. Nature is both around us and deep within us. Art can mimic nature by visually replicating objects as they appear in real life. This depiction can sometimes be literal or abstract. 

Just like nature can be recreated through art, it can also be used as a stand-in for greater thought. For example, the famous painting called The Creation of Adam by Michelangelo in Sistine Chapel. It is well-known that Michelangelo was an exceptional artist. However, not many people know that he was also an expert anatomist who used to dissect corpses to produce anatomical sketches.

“The Creation of Adam” painting by Michelangelo. 

Now, take a look at this photo!

Photo posted by Zeina Mehal in Art Wise. 

Many people believe that the artist was trying to secretly attack the church’s disagreements towards science. Have a look at these two paintings and let me know your thoughts on this! The second painting depicting the representation of the human brain hidden with the faces of the figure of God.  

When it comes to art, people see what they want to see. It’s all about how people perceive and interpret it. When, I asked myself Who am I to Interpret Nature Through Art? I went blank. I’m definitely not an artist or somebody who sees the hidden meaning of art right away. 

I usually go crazy when my friends drag me to art galleries. But I do admire anyone who got the talents and skills to create a work of art and convey a sense of depth or a perspective. I enjoy going on photoshoots with my friends. I admire people’s abilities to capture that perfect moment with the element of beauty contained in it.  When you share what you perceive with others, you convey the message of appreciation of that moment with one another.  For me, I feel like I’m somebody who uses imagery or photos of my own when sharing an experience with others. I believe it would help my audience understand what I’m experiencing more accurately as a photo or video would be able to speak louder than words.

A photo took by me at Canatara beach, Sarnia.

As you can tell by the photo, the sunset is so beautiful with the orange-gold sky stretches so far and wide. I feel like the beauty of the scenery is fully shared with another person with the help of art.

How do you interpret the gift of beauty? My understanding of the gift of beauty is that it is our ability to find beauty in our surroundings to provide spiritual uplifting and resource prevention. When you create the practice of seeing beauty everywhere, it empowers you and makes you more grateful throughout the day. This could be the sun shining through your windows when you wake up, the strong tree on your walk, the rustle of leaves, or even the plants in a neighbor’s garden. When you start to appreciate nature and your surroundings, you will create a more grateful way of living. Can you guys think of something small in your surrounding that we take for granted and don’t appreciate as much as we should?

Thanks for reading! Let me know your thoughts and comments!

References:

Aristotle Quotes About Art. (n.d.). A-Z Quotes. Retrieved February 3, 2021, from https://www.azquotes.com/author/524-Aristotle/tag/art

Hooykaas, A. (2021). Unit 04: Nature interpretation through art and planning for “All” scenarios [Course website]. CourseLink. https://courselink.uoguelph.ca/d2l/le/content/666945/viewContent/2591221/View

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Canatara Park, Ontario

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A tropical 14 degrees this afternoon meant the first outdoor run of the year for a fairweather jogger like myself 🙂🙃. There’s a big park across the road from my apartment (with deer!) and lots of great random paths to follow through the trees. It reminded me of Canatara Park, actually. I’m looking forward to seeing what everything will look like once spring hits!

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Sarnia's Revelree Music Festival takes over Canatara Park's big field

Sarnia’s Revelree Music Festival takes over Canatara Park’s big field

Article content A new summer music festival opened Friday evening at Sarnia’s Canatara Park. The Revelree Music Festival continues Saturday with a lineup that includes Blue Rodeo, Big Wreck, Sarnia’s own Donovan Woods, Bedouin Soundclash, Texas King, Red Wanting Blue and Circle the City. Music is scheduled to begin Saturday at 2 p.m. Canatara Park remains open during the festival but Lake…

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Zoe + Kevin

...When Autumn turns to Epic. 

Engagement Session at Canatara Park in Sarnia, Ontario by Sarnia Wedding Photographer Daniel McQuillan Photography

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I’m at the Punk Rock BBQ in Sarnia! Come out and listen to some great music and buy a sticker! #sarniaontario (at Canatara Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/BnPGoCslPmp/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=2r3ztte5hlmh

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The last snow, Canatara Park, Sarnia

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Red Morph Eastern Screech Owl in Canatara Park, Sarnia, Ontario

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My new lunch break spot ☀️🏝🌊#sarnia #homesweethome #canatarabeach #levelup #sunandsand (at Canatara Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTM4sM6AVlw/?utm_medium=tumblr

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🎉Repost🎉 @lovewellcollective NEW CLASS DROP Two new classes coming next week! Join us June 30th at 9 am for Stroller Fitness with Jess Mills @jessicalynnfitness at Centennial Park for a 4 week series! Join our very own, Tory George @lotusroseyoga at 7 pm for Prenatal Yoga at Canatara Park for a 4 week series. Registration will open Tuesday at 10 am! Space will be limited and on a first come first serve basis!!! Visit lovewellcollective.ca to register! (at Sarnia, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQZHnGWnR0F/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Change is a thing you can count on... (at Canatara Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQU1eDBnB0n/?utm_medium=tumblr