Speaking about his love of the area he grew up in, Tim commented, “The prairies have a unique beauty that I've always wanted to document. I particularly enjoy capturing the harvests, as well as the spontaneous moments that just seem to happen when you are there. That's what I love about 'slow journalism' - the ability to wait for things to unfold and fall into place. The prairies hold a special place in my heart and I feel a sense of nostalgia every time I visit.”
He opened up about his life as a photographer, shedding light on the joys, pains and challenges he faced along the way. He stressed the significance of "documenting your own backyard" and illustrated how this approach can result in profound and meaningful revelations. Tim also touched upon the true connections that arise when photographing enclosed communities like the Hutterites, musing on mistakes made and the wisdom he gained.
Expanding on his time spent with these communities Tim offered insight into his experiences, “I learned that the key to documenting a community is spending a lot of time getting to know them. On shorter assignments, it can be difficult to capture ‘those special moments’, but I believe that's what makes them all the more special when you do,” he said.
Adding to this he remarked, “I think there's something beautiful about the quiet moments, the moments that go unnoticed. Photography has the power to reveal these moments, and to connect us to each other and to the world around us.”
As Tim spoke of his journey and the world of photography, he offered a rare and insightful perspective on the power of the lens to reveal the beauty and intricacy of our world. His talk was a tribute to the boundless potential of photography to unite us to each other and to the world that surrounds us.
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