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How I Capture the Northern Lights (2026 Update)
Stop freezing your hands off trying to guess your camera settings in the dark. Here is my updated 2026 playbook for capturing the aurora.

Dre Erwin
Jul 255 min read

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Let’s Not Crash Before the Countdown: A Realistic Guide to Holiday Wellness
It’s December 23rd—are you running on caffeine and chaos? Here’s a doctor-approved (but totally realistic) guide to staying healthy, hydrate

Dre Erwin
Dec 23, 20253 min read


When Words Fail: How Photography Gives Our Youth a New Lens on Life
In the North, a camera is more than just a tool—it's a non-verbal language for those who find it hard to talk about their emotions. Discover how the Pinehouse Photography Club is helping Indigenous and Métis youth find a sense of purpose, a global perspective, and 'Visual Anchors' for resilience when words simply aren't enough.

Dre Erwin
Dec 22, 20253 min read


How to Print Aurora Borealis Digital Downloads in Canada: A Complete Guide
Stop wasting money on international shipping and duties. If you have an Aurora Borealis digital download, you are one step away from a stunning physical masterpiece. From vibrant metal prints at Toronto-based Posterjack to high-definition local options at London Drugs, our 2026 guide reveals the best Canadian photo labs

Dre Erwin
Dec 21, 20255 min read


Northern Lights Guide 2026-2027: 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

Dre Erwin
Dec 20, 20258 min read


The Spirit of the North: Manifestation and Meaning in the Midnight Series
In Northern Saskatchewan, the night doesn’t just fall; it speaks. Discover the spiritual meaning of the nîmihitocik (the dancing spirits) and how the Jim Carrey manifestation story inspired the dark, moody aesthetic of the Midnight Series.

Dre Erwin
Dec 18, 20252 min read


Canada's Unprecedented Population Drop: Unpacking the Numbers
Canada’s demographic landscape just hit a historic turning point. For the first time on record, the population has dropped by over 76,000 in a single quarter. From the bustling streets of Ontario to the quiet history of our rural roots, we’re unpacking what this record decline means for our future—and the surprising ‘dark sky’ silver lining for skywatchers.

Dre Erwin
Dec 17, 20253 min read


‘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.

Dre Erwin
Dec 16, 20252 min read


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...

Dre Erwin
Dec 16, 20253 min read


📸 Chasing the Aurora: Why This Winter is a Must-See for Saskatchewan Photographers
The Solar Maximum is HERE! Learn why 2025/2026 is the best time in over a decade to see and photograph the Northern Lights in Saskatchewan. Find the best viewing spots and get ready for a spectacular show!

Dre Erwin
Dec 15, 20253 min read


Finding Clarity in the Chaos: Why I Photograph
In 2015, searching for an escape from personal turmoil, I drove out to Tuxford to photograph an old barn. I didn't know I was driving straight into the path of a tornado. Read the true story of how a brush with death sparked my journey into therapeutic photography.

Dre Erwin
Dec 14, 20252 min read


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.

Dre Erwin
Dec 14, 20252 min read


The Night Science Failed: Why I Stopped Shooting "Real" Aurora
Scientists say it's impossible. I say your vibrations are just too low. Last night, I captured a Phoenix, a Rainbow Vortex, and an aurora that physically hugged a tree. Stop settling for basic green bands and come see what the sky looks like when you actually manifest with your camera. (Warning: Physics need not apply).

Dre Erwin
Dec 13, 20253 min read
The Aurora Borealis


The Northern Lights: A Spiritual Connection to Ancestral Spirits in First Nations Culture
Discover the profound spiritual significance of the Northern Lights in First Nations history, mythology, and oral traditions. From the Cree "Dance of the Spirits" to Dene and Inuit heritage, explore how the green dancing skies connect remote northern communities to their ancestors, healing rituals, and cultural reclamation.


Why Your Beautiful Aurora Photo is Ruining My Night (If You Don't Post the Time and Location)
Nothing ruins a perfectly good night of sleep quite like a contextless aurora photo. Why your beautiful, undated picture is making people speed down the highway in their pajamas—and why hard data always crushes aesthetics in the aurora community.


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.
A Look into Metis and First Nations Culture


The Northern Lights: A Spiritual Connection to Ancestral Spirits in First Nations Culture
Discover the profound spiritual significance of the Northern Lights in First Nations history, mythology, and oral traditions. From the Cree "Dance of the Spirits" to Dene and Inuit heritage, explore how the green dancing skies connect remote northern communities to their ancestors, healing rituals, and cultural reclamation.


The 26km Connection: A Call for Unity Between Canada and Greenland
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.
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"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


"What small changes can I make in my daily routine to nurture a more positive and grateful mindset?"
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