Archive for the category "vancouver"

The Art of the Photowalk

Comments 5 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Grab your camera, tell people where you’re going, and ask them to join you. That’s pretty much the concept behind a photowalk. Over the last few years I’ve met up with some incredible photographers (professional and amateur) who carry anything from $5,000+ cameras/lenses to Polaroids, pocket cameras, and camera phones. If you enjoy taking photos […]

RIPE: An Evening of Local Food and Libations

Comments 2 by Rebecca Bollwitt

On October 1st, 2009 the Vancouver Farmers Markets are presenting RIPE: the first annual evening of local food and libations. The event aims to raise funds and support of the organizations and initiatives surrounding eating local. “This includes the establishment of a Farmers Nest Egg Fund, and the creation of the recently announced New City […]

Vancouver History: Before and After Photos Part Three

Comments 6 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Since the first two installments of my Vancouver History: Before and After Photos have been a big hit (1, 2) it has become a weekly feature. This week is a bit of a hodge podge, featuring landmarks and views. Carnegie Library, Main & Hastings 190? Photographer: Trueman, Richard H. – see also, construction of the […]

Workspace is Closed. Thanks for the Memories.

Comments 9 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Workspace, shared work environment in Gastown, has officially closed its doors for good. The sudden move has left many flabbergasted as Workspace had become an institution of sharing, learning, networking, and to-die-for coffee over the years. Photo credit: thelastminute on Flickr The concept was simple, create a big open membership-based space with optional offices where […]