Allan Forest Photography is a showcase for images that Allan has captured during his travels and while living on the beautiful Sunshine Coast of British Columbia. The nuances of light and colour and a vast variety of subject matter on this planet has given Allan a lifetime of pleasure that he happily shares with you.
Zoom magazine did a feature photo spread and article on me in the current New Year issue. The winter scene on page 3 table of contents is also mine. A credit was inadvertently forgotten. Thank you Edmund Arceo for this amazing gift you gave to me!
This photograph is featured in the fall issue of Coast Reporter’s Coast Life magazine on page 46 under Special Places. Coast Reporter Coast Life Magazine
Sonoran Desert of British Columbia
The Sonoran Desert called to me. An extreme change from the Sunshine Coast. 150 foot [...]
Skookumchuck Narrows kayakers
Skookumchuck offers an enchanting 4km hike to the famous narrows. Tall moss covered trees surround [...]
What do you see?
What do you see when you enter the same scene for the ten thousandth time? [...]
“When words become unclear, I shall focus with photographs. When images become inadequate, I shall be content with silence.” ~ Ansel Adams
“Wait silently with anything, and you will discover a new phenomenon which was always there, but of which you were not alert – not aware of it.” ~ Osho
Photography as play
I became a photographer for two reasons. First of all there was the play factor. The hope of making a living taking photographs, while obviously important, was secondary. I could have found another way of making a living but would [...]
Spiritual experience of photography
I often walk into the forest with my camera, not knowing what to expect, yet remaining open to whatever may unfold. Spiritual photography can never be a plan. How can it? You never know when a spiritual experience will happen, [...]
What catches your eye?
We all see things different, each with their own perspective on life. So when we go out shooting with our cameras, what we capture is but a reflection of who we are. The subject will always mirror our individuality, talking [...]
To Allan, thanks for the great book cover photo.
xwu'p'a'lich, Barbara Higgins, creatorstouchpress.comI love Allan Forest’s photography. In my eyes, he captures more than the subject, at hand. He captures viewers’ imaginations, and draws them in.
Joan Barrington, Barrington Brolly
Breath taking photos by Allan Forest. Celebrating community with image. Thx for the share Allan.
Candace Campo, Aboriginal & Eco ToursAllan, your photographs are amazing, stunning, beautiful and I feel connected to your subject when looking at them.
Judy Shanley, Reiki Master
Allan Forest you have a good memory, yes I do remember snapping away at you. Always like to get photos of my wonderful photography friends for their portfolios as no one ever takes pics of us. Ha Ha 🙂
Duane Burnett, Sunshine Coast BC Canada
Thanks Allan. The garden is certainly in full bloom these days. Lots of flowers to choose from. Beautiful pic Allan.
Al Fike, Divine Love Sanctuary Foundation
This is the one that is hanging in Callie’s bedroom! My all time favourite!!
Arlene Douglas, Retired