Exploring the unlikely intersections of walking, photography and making
This "Walking The Via Francigena" series of posts follow us, David and Gail, as we continue our walk along the Via Francigena pilgrimage route between Canterbury and Rome. In the fall of 2019, we completed the first leg from London to Canterbury, known as the Chaucer Way, and onward to the small town of Tergnier,... Continue Reading →
This week, Gail and I bid farewell to Styxx, our much beloved greyhound/lurcher. Styxx came into our lives on December 14, 2013 after a journey that started in Ohio and Michigan and ended at his forever home that cold winter night in Winnipeg. So began the adventures of we three comrades, bonded by unending loyalty... Continue Reading →
Looking for a good long walk on one of Winnipeg's first spring-like days? This Saturday, join tour leaders Gail Perry and David Firman for a unique walk from our house to YWG, Winnipeg's international airport. It's our contribution to Jane's Walk 2022. This is a fun but long walk so be sure to read the... Continue Reading →
I’d like to invite you to my upcoming photo exhibition, “From Our Windows: Polaroids by David Firman” at the Winnipeg Architectural Foundation (WAF), 266 McDermot Avenue in Winnipeg. “From Our Windows” is a personal story of life contained within four walls. Set during the early days of COVID-19, the story explores the relationship of sanctuary... Continue Reading →
Welcome to a year in the life of our greyhound/lurcher Styxx, compressed into twelve daily posts leading up to Christmas. Styxx (and Gail and David) wish you all the best during this holiday season. See you in the New Year!
Welcome to a year in the life of our greyhound/lurcher Styxx, compressed into twelve daily posts leading up to Christmas. Frolicking in Omand Park after the first snowfall of 2021.
Welcome to a year in the life of our greyhound/lurcher Styxx, compressed into twelve daily posts leading up to Christmas. Styxx takes an evening stroll in Bluestem Park, Winnipeg.
My two year—and counting—foray into the wild world of Polaroid SX-70 photography has taken me in various directions. Recently, I have been working with Polaroid Black and White 600 film and this has led to my current project at Camp Morton Provincial Park in Manitoba. Established as a Fresh Air Camp in 1921, the site... Continue Reading →
It's a crazy idea, something you're not supposed to do. But walking to YWG, whether for pleasure or to catch a plane, is entirely possible. Your hosts, Gail Perry and David Firman, have done it for the adventure of exploring places off most pedestrian road maps and, on many occasions, to catch flights to far... Continue Reading →
Styxx, Gail, and I wish you all the best for 2021. May you have many beautiful walks in the coming months.