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Dre Erwin Photography™
Latest Blog:


Forget the Takeover: Why Greenland and Canada are Actually One Family (and the World is Afraid to Admit It)
Forget the takeover rumors. With only 26km between Canada and Greenland, the real story is an Inuit family reunion the world is ignoring.

Dre Erwin
Jan 164 min read
Recent Posts:


Rediscovering Joy: A Path from Loss to Gratitude through Therapeutic Photography
In the quiet echoes of our hearts, when the weight of loss or solitude becomes too heavy to bear, there's a whisper, faint but present—a...

Dre Erwin
Nov 12, 20233 min read


Lighting the Path to Hope: Inspiring Youth to Embrace Life's Beauty
Inspiring each other to look for the beauty in life

Dre Erwin
Oct 2, 20232 min read


Enchanting Canadian Skies: Capturing the Dance of the Northern Lights through Travel Photography
Excerpt: The Dance of Celestial Colors
As darkness blankets the Canadian wilderness, the Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora

Dre Erwin
Aug 1, 20232 min read


Exciting News: New Bloggers and Writers Joining Our Site!
Exciting news! Our website is now featuring talented guest bloggers & writers who will bring diverse perspectives on therapeutic photography

Dre Erwin
Apr 30, 20231 min read


From Darkness to Light: Overcoming Addiction with the Help of Night Photography
How something as simple as a camera can help you with addiction. It's never too late to try! Because unlike many things in life, this works!

Dre Erwin
Apr 22, 20232 min read


Capturing the Beauty of New Life: Spring Photography Tips and Ideas
Discover the beauty of new life in spring through the lens of your camera with these photography tips and ideas. #springphotography #newlife

Dre Erwin
Apr 9, 20232 min read


The photographer you never knew you needed
Introduction to photographer Dre Erwin with a shout out to supporters and those considering becoming a subscriber

Dre Erwin
Jan 13, 20232 min read


Therapeutic Hobby
From the Northern Express -Janice Depeel

Dre Erwin
May 5, 20221 min read


How Therapeutic Photography Can Help Youth With Social Isolation
Youth having fun using therapeutic photography, while also helping their mental health.

Dre Erwin
Dec 31, 20212 min read


A Life Lesson from PTSD
Living with trauma and how photography can be used as a creative outlet

Dre Erwin
Dec 14, 20212 min read
"Photography has a unique way of allowing us to momentarily escape the burdens and focus on the often overlooked beauty around us."
- Dre Erwin,
Nurse/Photographer/Children's Book Author

The Aurora Borealis:


Sask Aurora: Why Your Apps are Lying to You
Stop chasing Kp numbers. Learn how to read solar speed and Bz to predict a Sask aurora before it happens. Don't miss the Kp 4 spike.


Northern Lights Guide 2025-2026: The Ultimate Solar Maximum Viewing & Photography Manual
I almost stayed home, but my gut told me to head north of Regina one last time. Standing in a silent field near Lumsden, the sky suddenly erupted into a massive pink and green corona directly overhead. This guide isn't just about the science of the 2025 Solar Maximum; it's about the therapy found in the chase. I’m sharing the exact manual settings I used to 'freeze' these dancing pillars and my favorite local dark-sky spots to help you find your own moment of peace under the


‘The most phenomenal Aurora I’ve seen’: northern photographer captures and exudes positive energy
Northern Saskatchewan is getting plenty of traction with Dre Erwin's exceptional aurora borealis photography.


The 5 Best Places to See Northern Lights in Saskatchewan (A Local’s Guide)
Forget Iceland. A local nurse and aurora photographer reveals the top 5 spots to see the Northern Lights in Saskatchewan—from hidden...
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Inspirational Phone Cases
A Look into Metis and First Nations Culture


Forget the Takeover: Why Greenland and Canada are Actually One Family (and the World is Afraid to Admit It)
Forget the takeover rumors. With only 26km between Canada and Greenland, the real story is an Inuit family reunion the world is ignoring.


The Little Boy Who Found Happiness: A Journey of Healing in English & Cree
A bilingual (English & Cree) story of healing featuring photos by Northern youth. Discover how this book helps children find hope.


The Northern Lights: A Spiritual Connection to Ancestral Spirits in First Nations Culture
Explore the spiritual & cultural significance of the Northern Lights in First Nations history & mythology. Learn about responsible tourism &
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