Jeff Maron Photography

11/22/2025

Looking for something to do on a rainy day?

11/03/2025

Jake Stelpstra and myself, Jeff Maron as a guest artist will be displaying our art at the Chilliwack Culture Centre Nov.5-Dec.6.

I have recently met Jake through the Chilliwack Cultural Centre Odlum Brown Art Gallery. I was asked to be a guest showcasing my photos alongside Jake's paintings, a true awestricken honour. Jake's paintings are incredible and they are influenced by "The Group of Seven-Canadian landscape painters from 1920 to 1933". Jake chose to paint six of my landscape photos showcasing his interpretation. The photo and the painting are displayed in a side by side correlation for the viewer to enjoy and draw their own conclusions. In addition to these interpretative photos Jake has a multitude of other paintings displayed for the viewer to enjoy and purchase.

All the paintings and the photos may be purchased directly at the Culture Centre. All purchased artwork will be released for pick up on Dec. 6, perfect time for Christmas.

There is no fee to enter the gallery, simply enjoy the display,
Jeff Maron

05/15/2025

I'm very excited to be associated with such a talented artist. Later this fall Jake Stelpstra and myself will be displaying our finished pieces at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre in the Art Gallery.

05/11/2025

Website: www.canadanaturephotographer.com

Jeff Maron Photography Canada Nature Photographer I am an outdoor photographer backpacking for scenic landscape in British Columbia. I enjoy photographing remote waterfalls, landscape, wildlife, frozen waterfalls and the flora and fauna of Canada's forests.

05/10/2025

New Photography Website.

I am excited to reveal my website featuring my photography. I have been working on it for about 4 months and I hope as a viewer you will find it inspiring. I have included short stories for a select few of my photos that can be found throughout the site.
My photos can be the perfect gift for that special person to dress up their decor. Whether it is the office or the home sometimes looking at a photo can be a simple stress relief from daily activities. I hope as a viewer you will find the site at the very least entertaining.
Simply clicking on the link below will transport you into an outdoor world:
www.canadanaturephotographer.com

Thank you for reading and have a good day,
Jeff Maron

Jeff Maron Photography Canada Nature Photographer I am an outdoor photographer backpacking for scenic landscape in British Columbia. I enjoy photographing remote waterfalls, landscape, wildlife, frozen waterfalls and the flora and fauna of Canada's forests.

03/21/2025

“Isolated Creek Canyon”
The following photos were taken near Weaver Lake, Harrison Mills, B.C., Canada.
Planning for one of my photography adventures in search of waterfalls entails looking over topographical maps or Google Maps. I prefer topographical maps as I am able to quickly see the steep sections at a quick glance. While pouring over my topo map, pun intended, I spotted a creek in steep terrain that flowed into Weaver Lake. I marked the waypoints and set my goal to search for waterfalls in this particular area. Of course marking waypoints and actually being able to hike to the location is completely different, however I had my hopes up. As usual I began driving in the early morning and finally parked on a ridiculously rough logging road that tested my jeep clearance and shock travel... as well as my seatbelt, snapping me in place. I double checked the location of my waypoints and after noting their whereabouts I proceeded in the general direction armed with two camera packs. The forest was elegantly decorated with a vast green carpet of moss, silencing every step. The terrain quickly changed from moderately flat to very steep as I approached the creek and my destination. I managed to work my way to the creek and the base of my first waterfall. I like to photograph waterfalls from as close as possible without becoming too wet, the point at which I’m sprayed by a few water droplets and I have to wipe my lens in between shots. My first waterfall enroute is indicated by the first photo. After capturing the photo I began descending downhill looking for more interesting shots in the creek canyon. While hiking in and out of the canyon I managed to capture the remaining photos in order of my descent along the creek. The last photo was a pleasure to find as I enjoy photographing waterfalls that are free-falling. It was a nice way to end my adventure down an isolated creek canyon that ultimately ended in Weaver Lake.
I hope you enjoy the photos.

03/18/2025

“Isolated Creek Canyon”

The following photos were taken near Weaver Lake, Harrison Mills, B.C., Canada.

Planning for one of my photography adventures in search of waterfalls entails looking over topographical maps or Google Maps. I prefer topographical maps as I am able to quickly see the steep sections at a quick glance. While pouring over my topo map, pun intended, I spotted a creek in steep terrain that flowed into Weaver Lake. I marked the waypoints and set my goal to search for waterfalls in this particular area. Of course marking waypoints and actually being able to hike to the location is completely different, however I had my hopes up. As usual I began driving in the early morning and finally parked on a ridiculously rough logging road that tested my jeep clearance and shock travel... as well as my seatbelt, snapping me in place. I double checked the location of my waypoints and after noting their whereabouts I proceeded in the general direction armed with two camera packs. The forest was elegantly decorated with a vast green carpet of moss, silencing every step. The terrain quickly changed from moderately flat to very steep as I approached the creek and my destination. I managed to work my way to the creek and the base of my first waterfall. I like to photograph waterfalls from as close as possible without becoming too wet, the point at which I’m sprayed by a few water droplets and I have to wipe my lens in between shots. My first waterfall enroute is indicated by the first photo. After capturing the photo I began descending downhill looking for more interesting shots in the creek canyon. While hiking in and out of the canyon I managed to capture the remaining photos in order of my descent along the creek. The last photo was a pleasure to find as I enjoy photographing waterfalls that are free-falling. It was a nice way to end my adventure down an isolated creek canyon that ultimately ended in Weaver Lake.

I hope you enjoy the photos.

03/04/2025

“The Phoenix”

The following photos were taken near Harrison Mills, B.C., Canada.
The Harrison River Valley is a congregation for one of the largest Bald Eagle migrations every year. I had visited this area weekly from the beginning of November until the end of January hoping to capture a large number of eagles and possible photos. The eagles migrate from the farthest reaches of Alaska down the coast coalescing and feeding on the spawning salmon. Most of the eagles that I saw represented very distant photos appearing as numerous white specks among the gravel bars. Of course, time spent in the outdoors equates to the potential for good photos so I continued to make my presence weekly hoping to capture decent photos. With many weeks of unacceptable photos and many practice photos of capturing gulls in flight, I patiently waited for the opportune moment to photograph Bald Eagles in special moments. Finally, one day I approached my favourite viewpoint and there were eagles within a good range feeding and actively displaying aerobatic movements. I managed to capture many photos displaying the aggressive behaviour however I have chosen to showcase what I consider the art form of their wing display. Although the photos below capture special moments the one I am most proud to have captured is the last photo of the mythological Phoenix display. The Phoenix bird is mainly associated with the eagle and it is used to represent renewal, and life after death. This is fitting since the eagles are in fact feeding on spawning salmon providing new salmon eggs and a new beginning….life after death.

I hope you like the photos.

02/20/2025

“Patience And Persistence”

The following photos were taken at Harrison Lake, B.C., Canada.
I decided to go out one last time before the icicles thaw in the creeks as the weather forecast predicts above freezing temperatures. My destination was a side creek on the east side of Harrison Lake. With a very early morning alarm I set off driving in the dark. The forestry road alongside the lake was coated with a layer of ice that I’m sure would have been possible to skate on. The collection of potholes and the layer of ice made for a very slow trip but I was hopeful that patience would pay off. I branched off of the main road and with about an inch of untouched snow I set a new set of tracks with my jeep. I finally reached my destination and after parking I put on my camera packs. While the side creek was faintly visible in the darkness I began hiking in the trees alongside the creek within earshot distance of the flowing water. Golden hour soon approached and the creek was now more visible as I was looking for waterfalls. While I was climbing I found a photo opportunity but I passed it for the way back if I had time. I figured that I would hike further along the creek for a better photo; since the area consisted of steep topography I was certain there was potential for a great waterfall shot. After hiking for another half hour I found a good photo opportunity but I was standing at a precipice and it was down in a canyon far below. I hiked up and down the mountainside looking for the easiest route to access into the canyon. I finally determined a safe route and once I reached the canyon floor I was pleasantly satisfied with the scene. Although the scene was spectacular it doesn’t make the composition easy. First I had to put on my crampons just to walk 15 feet on the ice and then I had to figure out my exact spot to photograph from. As usual I walked around with my camera at every possible angle looking to portray the scene with the best composition. I climbed on part of the bank, squeezed myself between two frozen upright logs, laid down on my stomach flat on the ice and moved in so close that water droplets froze on my camera. I finally found a spot for my camera and I noted the exact position before reaching for my tripod. With everything now positioned I took a photo of the waterfall and the icicles surrounding it as shown in the first photo below. From the time I first spotted the scene to the time I took the photo was 1hr 45min., but I was happy, “patience and persistence” pays off.

On the way down the mountain I decided to photograph my first scene I had passed up. It is the second photo below.

Once I arrived back at the vehicle I replenished my energy and as usual I entered notes in my logbook for future reference. I drove back down Harrison Lake road bouncing and sliding over potholes and ice for a long hour and a half. I decided to stop at Slollicum Falls for a quick look. The waterfall was impressive with its frozen steps of icicles and it’s the third photo below. Very close by was a large wall of icicles and I decided to photograph it as well which is the last photo of my adventure.

My photos show a tiny sample of the wondrous winter landscape that can be found in the Harrison Lake area, landscape that I truly love.

I hope you like the photos.

02/12/2025

“Angel Opening Its Wings”

The following photos were taken up the Chilliwack River Valley, Chilliwack, B.C., Canada.

One of my favourite landscapes to photograph is waterfalls and especially during freezing temperatures they develop into what I call Ice Falls. I keep a logbook of my adventures and along with marking down my current observations for the day I will sometimes make notes of my predictions for the winter. This winter was unusually warm so when the temperatures dropped well below freezing I was excited to consult my logbook and look at my winter predictions. I determined my goals for the photo adventure and I headed into the depths of the forest to photograph Ice Falls hoping for the best displays. With my camera packs, multiple layers of clothing, wool gloves, a climbing helmet and crampons I headed up a frozen creek destined for one of my favourite no-name falls. As I crested a rim of frozen boulders I can’t hardly explain my feeling when I seen the ice falls. I immediately gave it the name of Angel Ice Falls. With the widespread wing seemingly welcoming me to photograph the fantastic ice sculpture I reveal the first photo below of Angel Ice Falls….an exquisite display of nature’s beauty!

The second photo is simply a leaf engulfed in a ball of ice. It just so happened that a sliver of sunshine was highlighting the leaf within the ice.

After taking the first two photos and with very cold fingers I packed up my camera, strapped my tripod to the backpack and checked the fit of my crampons. With everything put away I slung my backpack of camera gear on and made the motion to turn around enroute back down the ice laden creek. I didn’t walk more than fifty feet when I noticed a cliff of hanging icicles. Off came the backpack, reassembling the camera, lenses and tripod still with very cold fingers composing the third photo below.

The final photo is a near vertical sided canyon containing a narrow creek. I absolutely love to photograph this particular creek during spring and summer. I simply thought I would hike into the canyon and see what the cold temperatures displayed for ice. While I carefully walked on the ice I managed to move directly in front of the ice falls capturing the last photo.

The combination of cold weather and waterfalls is the recipe for nature’s ice sculptures. Even though combating the elements may be difficult I love the reward, waterfalls of ice uniquely displayed; sometimes if you’re lucky as an “angel opening its wings”.

I hope you like the photos.

02/03/2025

“One Trail...Multiple Destinations”

The following photos were taken near Hope, B.C., Canada.

A number of weeks ago I made numerous hikes up to Eaton Lake. As usual I have a photography goal in mind for the current day but I’m always paying attention to my surroundings for future photography adventures. I had noted two particular areas of waterfalls and my goal was to return to these areas and attempt to work my way closer to the falls.

A week later I returned to the area and timed my arrival to the first set of falls just before sunrise. I had easily worked my way to a vantage point for a photo. Normally I like to work my way down to the base of a waterfall and capture a fairly close photo with the waterfall filling the frame but in this case I wanted to capture the weathered log that was lying within the falls and the berries immediately in the foreground. At first the log appears to scar the photo however it leads me to imagine the high water level of the creek capable of moving this large object over the falls.

The second photo appearing as a stairway of falls was definitely a challenge to photograph. This area of the creek was congested with an entanglement of disorderly logs. My goal was to somehow showcase the disorderly into an orderly scene. I decided to work my way shuffling along the log that was suspended across the creek. While sitting on top of the log and with my legs straddled around it for added security I managed to set up my tripod, wedging one of the tripod legs in between logs, extending another leg down to the creek bottom and the third atop the log I was sitting. I composed the photo to view the moss laden logs directionally pointing upwards alongside the creek.

Once I was finished photographing the falls I paid attention to the mushroom growth alongside the path as I headed back towards the jeep. I spotted an intense orange coloured mushroom identified as a Vermilion Waxy Cap and I just simply had to capture it. I love the intense colour that separates itself from the earth tone colours.

Just as I was nearing the end of my photo adventure and with my jeep in view I spotted a group of mushrooms named the Pholiota, growing from the side of a decomposing yet standing tree. I love the golden colour and the bristles it possesses.

Although Eaton Lake is the main goal of the trail there are other adventures to be found. Many times I begin hiking trails only to stop part of the way and digress to other interests. Just because a trail ends at a named destination doesn’t mean that it’s the only destination. Beautiful nature is all around us, everywhere, and destinations are whatever you want them to be.

I hope you like the photos.

01/23/2025

“Was it worth it…of course”

The following photos were taken near Harrison Lake, B.C., Canada.
Since the weather had been raining for a few days I decided to look for waterfalls knowing that the creeks would be high and torrent. I set my destination for Slollicum Creek but I decided to go further up the creek towards the lake and hike deeper into the canyon. After parking the jeep I equipped myself with one Nikon and a 70-200mm lens on my hip and a second Nikon camera with multiple lenses in my backpack, prepared for any unique scene that I may encounter. Just in case there was a lot of snow I also strapped my snowshoes onto my backpack. I was well equipped and off I went in the dark with walking sticks and a headlamp, heading uphill destined for Slollicum creek. After about an hour of hiking and with the light of dawn I was walking on about 2 inches of hard crusted snow, hardly enough to think about using snowshoes. I directed myself to the creek and very soon I could hear falling water but it was difficult to see through the congested growth of young trees and fallen old ones. I arrived at a precipice and partially overlooked the creek observing the multiple steps of falls. I managed, after quite a while, to work my way down to the creek and took the first photo below. While my mind told me to explore the creek further, my body thought otherwise so I decided to head back to the jeep and return another day.

I began my hike at 6:00am and as I unlocked the jeep it was just after 11. Five hours, 1 ½ litres of energy drink, one broken walking stick and a Velcro w**d that has stuck to every square inch of my wool gloves, all for a single photo. I decided to rest a little and then I proceeded to slowly drive further down Harrison Lake simply looking at the landscape from the comfort of the driver’s seat. I came upon Bear Creek Falls and although the Falls look nice from the road I decided to hike up the creek and get up and personal with the main feature. Again I geared up with my hip camera, backpack and a newly cut branch to replace my one broken walking stick and carefully headed up the creek negotiating slippery moss coated rocks.

I finally reached the falls and after moving throughout large boulders looking for the best composition I decided on what I thought was the best location. It was fine except for the large mist from the falls that had me constantly wiping my lens every few seconds. I’m quite please with the photo and it’s the second photo below.

My photography adventure took a total of 8 hours. I consumed two litres of energy drink, broke one walking stick and bent another one, covered my wool gloves in a Velcro w**d and layered a coat of dirt on my jacket from belly crawling over large boulders. All this for two photos but “was it worth it…of course”. I saw scenery that very few people have ever seen, enjoyed the smells of the outdoors, and I was able to bring my photo adventure to viewers to enjoy. I just can’t wait to do it again!

I hope you like the photos.

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