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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2014-05-07, Page 88 Huron Expositor • Wednesday, May 7, 2014 Local photographer releases fine art book Whitney South Huron Expositor Darlene McCowan always knew she loved painting and art, even from a young age. In her later years, she was intro- duced to photography, a medium that immediately caught her atten- tion, becoming the focus of her work. Originally seeing the art form as just a hobby, she eventually chose to leave her fulltime career, choosing instead to pursue her dream as a self- employed photographer, starting her own business laical Photography here in Seaforth. In the eight years since opening her own studio, McCowan focused not only on her portrait work, but also personal fine art project. She started taking pictures of inan- imate objects that reminded her of a sad thought, feeling or situation that has caused hurt and anguish in her life at one time or another. More than just a series of photos, the project soon became an outlet and release for her, as she created images representing her inner secrets and feelings. "Capturing and sharing these images have helped me to heal, for- give and leave behind past hurts and move forward with my life's journey," said McCowan in an email to the Expositor. She continued to explain how the project helped her realize every person has secrets that "lie in the shadows of their thoughts and past experiences and that some peo- ple manage to live with these shad- owed secrets and perhaps even for- get about them." For McCowan, the toll these thoughts can take on ones mind, not to mention the stress they can cause, sometimes creating havoc in daily life, is something she knows all too well. "These images are simply a way for me to put the past behind me and carry on," she said. To complete the project, McCowan has put together a book of her favour- ite images, titled In the Shadows. Throughout the process of creating her book, she knew releasing the compilation was an excellent chance to give back. For every book sold during the month of May, McCowan will be donating $10 to the Canadian Mental Health Association in support of Canadian Mental Health Week, which runs from May 4 to 11. Books are $25 each and can be ordered by contacting Darlene@ j akal-photography. com. Aor :;Central Huron 2014 DONATION FUND The Municipality of Central Huron is pleased to announce their annual Central Huron Donation Fund. This fund is to assist and promote community-based non-profit organizations. Funding is also available for national and international non-profit organizations whose programs demonstrate a direct benefit for the residents of our municipality. To Qualify Organizations must be non-profit. Proposed programs or events must clearly demonstrate a direct social or economic benefit for residents of Central Huron. Successful organizations will be required to submit a post project report identifying the use of the funds. Application Detailed applications for funding must include: Description and Date of program or event Organization budget for proposed program or event Targeted resident group, if appropriate Supporting information including statistics for previous similar projects Amount of funding requested, specifying whether a cash or in-kind donation is required. Questions or comments may be directed to the Municipal office at 519-482-3997. Applications are to be received by the undersigned by 12:00 p.m. noon Friday, May 30, 2014: "Central Huron Donation Fund" Attention: Brenda Maclsaac, Clerk Municipality of Central Huron P.O. Box 400, 23 Albert Street Clinton, Ontario NOM 1L0 Email: info@centralhuron.com Fax: (519)-482-9183 The Municipality reserves the right to fund only programs or events as deemed appropriate. www.centralhuron.com ii 1 11, Darlene McCowan Beanstock bath and body, purses and jewellery make great gifts for mom. Purchase a Gift Certificate 44044 and enter to WIN a Digital Picture Frame! clice I Find us on F ., 59 Main St., Seaforth • 519-527-0780 www.totalimageii.com • email:totalimage@tcc.on.ca Call THE tLUNG ASSOCIATION" When you can't breathe, nothing else matters.T"' Asthma' We can help. ple manage to live with these shad- owed secrets and perhaps even for- get about them." For McCowan, the toll these thoughts can take on ones mind, not to mention the stress they can cause, sometimes creating havoc in daily life, is something she knows all too well. "These images are simply a way for me to put the past behind me and carry on," she said. To complete the project, McCowan has put together a book of her favour- ite images, titled In the Shadows. Throughout the process of creating her book, she knew releasing the compilation was an excellent chance to give back. For every book sold during the month of May, McCowan will be donating $10 to the Canadian Mental Health Association in support of Canadian Mental Health Week, which runs from May 4 to 11. Books are $25 each and can be ordered by contacting Darlene@ j akal-photography. com. Aor :;Central Huron 2014 DONATION FUND The Municipality of Central Huron is pleased to announce their annual Central Huron Donation Fund. This fund is to assist and promote community-based non-profit organizations. Funding is also available for national and international non-profit organizations whose programs demonstrate a direct benefit for the residents of our municipality. To Qualify Organizations must be non-profit. Proposed programs or events must clearly demonstrate a direct social or economic benefit for residents of Central Huron. Successful organizations will be required to submit a post project report identifying the use of the funds. Application Detailed applications for funding must include: Description and Date of program or event Organization budget for proposed program or event Targeted resident group, if appropriate Supporting information including statistics for previous similar projects Amount of funding requested, specifying whether a cash or in-kind donation is required. Questions or comments may be directed to the Municipal office at 519-482-3997. Applications are to be received by the undersigned by 12:00 p.m. noon Friday, May 30, 2014: "Central Huron Donation Fund" Attention: Brenda Maclsaac, Clerk Municipality of Central Huron P.O. Box 400, 23 Albert Street Clinton, Ontario NOM 1L0 Email: info@centralhuron.com Fax: (519)-482-9183 The Municipality reserves the right to fund only programs or events as deemed appropriate. www.centralhuron.com ii 1 11, Darlene McCowan Beanstock bath and body, purses and jewellery make great gifts for mom. Purchase a Gift Certificate 44044 and enter to WIN a Digital Picture Frame! clice I Find us on F ., 59 Main St., Seaforth • 519-527-0780 www.totalimageii.com • email:totalimage@tcc.on.ca