Photowalk with the Muse

By Katie Noseworthy

On Nov. 26, 2011, some of the Muse staff and volunteers took to the streets of downtown St. John’s. With cameras in hand, the group started at the Basilica Cathedral, working their way through Duckworth Street and Water Street to capture the scenery of St. John’s.

From this experience we have learned that there are two very important things to remember when planning a winter photowalk: Newfoundland weather will be the bane of your existence, and always wear waterproof footwear.

Regardless, with Muse Photo Editor James Learie in the lead, the result was a collage of the colours and shapes that make up one of the most unique places in the world. Even for those who grew up in the city, there is always something new to be discovered: a piece of art, a staircase to a mysterious door, even a couple of shops previous downtown adventures had not yet revealed.

At the end of our trip, a climb to the top of Bowring’s parking garage on the Waterfront revealed the full scope of what downtown St. John’s has to offer. Looking down at the street below, it was a sea of action. Restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, boutiques, candy stores, the list is endless. With the Christmas lights and decorations scattered amongst the windows and poles, it only highlighted the picturesque quality of the city.

Even with the cold and wet weather, it’s important to step outside of the norm, just to see what news things you can experience. A photowalk is only one example of the ways that you can open your eyes to what’s around you. With the stress of exams and the holidays drawing near, we at the Muse challenge you to go on your own winter adventure. We’d love to see what your adventures uncover!

For more photos from our walk, visit the links below:

Photo collage 1
Photo collage 2
Photo collage 3

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