Originally from Northern England, Alan Norsworthy has been a photographer since the late 1960's.

He moved to Canada in 1973 and has made Guelph Ontario his home for the last 24 years.

" I remember visiting the CN Tower in the early 70's and the guide said that as far as you could see in any direction is the best farmland in Canada. That comment echoes down the years as I watch subdivisions eat up the landscape."

The area around Guelph offers up a plethora of rural images which Alan captures with his artistic vision. His work covers everything from macro photographs of flowers, sweeping landscapes, historic buildings and old abandoned farms in both colour and Black and White.

"This is where I find my inspiration, I have a need to show people the beauty I see as I walk the woods and fields of Southern Ontario"


Sunday, July 15, 2012

Lord of all he surveys


Lord of all he surveys
Originally uploaded by Alan Norsworthy

While driving around the countryside yesterday the discussion turned to friendship.
In particular how we happy band of brothers (you know who you are) takes the time to make sure that each one of us in turn is not allowed to sink too far into that darkness that is "depression". Not that anyone was depressed on a fine summers morning like yesterday ...

We have each had our moments and the others have used the velvet glove to drag the sufferer out for a day of photography and camaraderie. Which is usually more than enough to reverse the downward spiral.

My friends, may I never be without them, nor you without me.

This is Bob, one of those people who lives simply and laughs long, and one I am fortunate enough to call a friend.

In everyone's life, at some time, our inner fire goes out. It is then burst into flame by an encounter with another human being. We should all be thankful for those people who rekindle the inner spirit. 
 ~Albert Schweitzer

2 comments:

Stephen J. said...

Very profound and moving words.

I know how uplifting it is to be out, away from the stresses of everyday life, with not just other photographers, but with friends.

Very well said, Alan.

Stephen J.

July 15, 2012 at 10:46 PM
Stephen J. said...

Very profound and moving words.

I know how uplifting it is to be out, away from the stresses of everyday life, with not just other photographers, but with friends.

Very well said, Alan.

Stephen J.

July 15, 2012 at 10:46 PM

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