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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


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


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

Dre Erwin
Dec 20, 20258 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 Cult of Busy
When did "busy" become the only acceptable answer to "How are you?" We are obsessed with the Hustle, treating exhaustion like a status symbol. It’s time to stop apologizing for needing rest.

Dre Erwin
Dec 13, 20252 min read


Discover How Emotional Photography Techniques Aid Emotional Healing
Discover how emotional photography techniques can aid healing and mindfulness. Learn practical tips to capture moods...

Dre Erwin
Dec 9, 20254 min read


Where to Buy Rare and Expensive Wall Hangings Art Canvas for My Wall (The Therapeutic Investment)
Stop searching for generic luxury! Discover where to buy truly rare and expensive wall hangings art canvas—unique therapeutic pieces by a Primary Care Nurse. Our art is an investment in your manifestation journey, not just your decor.

Dre Erwin
Dec 7, 20253 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


Look Closely - Mindfulness in Photography
Discover the joy of 'Look Closely - Mindfulness in Photography

Cindy Smith
Jan 12, 20241 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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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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