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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:
Finding Light in the Shadow of Residential Schools
They could take the children from the land, but they could never take the sky from the children. Join me on the Treaty 4 prairies at 3:00 a.m. as I capture the dance of the spayak (spirits) and reflect on the light of resilience that the Residential School system could never dim.
Dre Erwin
Jan 23 min read
Transforming Saskatchewan Landscapes into Little Planets: A Creative Journey
Ever wonder how to turn a Northern Saskatchewan night into its own tiny world? 🌍✨ Check out this step-by-step guide on creating 'Little Planet' effects in Photoshop. Plus, discover how a simple change in perspective at Leonard’s Camp is helping me tackle the 2025 cost of living and prep for a more profitable 2026.
Dre Erwin
Dec 24, 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
How I Capture the Northern Lights (2025 Update)
Night Photography in Canada and how to take pictures of the northern lights
Dre Erwin
Dec 13, 20254 min read
The Post-Holiday Burnout Cure: 3 Therapeutic Photography Hacks to Reset Your Manifestation
Hit the post-holiday wall? Nurse Dre Erwin shares 3 actionable Therapeutic Photography Hacks to instantly cure manifestation burnout. Reclaim your focus and set powerful New Year intentions using the power of the visual anchor.
Dre Erwin
Dec 6, 20253 min read
Shimmering in the Night: The Mystical Wonder of the Northern Lights
Discover the science and wonder behind the Northern Lights in our latest blog post. Learn how charged particles create this stunning natural
Dre Erwin
Apr 11, 20233 min read
Newly discovered "Adam" seen in the night sky over Pinehouse Lake
"Adam" phenomenon was recently witnessed in the early hours of Aug 26th, 2018 near Pinehouse Lake, Saskatchewan. Clouds occupied most of...
Dre Erwin
Aug 26, 20181 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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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 &
Night Photography
"What small changes can I make in my daily routine to nurture a more positive and grateful mindset?"
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