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Chris de Laat Photography

Name: Chris de Laat Photography
Address: Port Colborne, ON, CA
Telephone: +19057369381

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Gallery is open at 234 West Street in Port Colborne On. Feel free to call 905-736-9381

Local(ish) are encouraged to purchase direct through me
You can also order direct from the website www.chrisdelaat.com and have the canvas shipped direct to you.

11/02/2026

Ah, Nothing like a frosty morning in Algonquin Park.

10/31/2026

The iconic Niagara Aero Car glides above the swirling waters of the Whirlpool, surrounded by the rich colors of autumn. This image captures the beauty, power, and history of one of Niagara's most unforgettable landscapes.
I was talking to my dad last night and found out he had been on it once.
Hats off to him.
Never would you ever catch me on this. I mean sure it's safe.... just not for this guy :)
He also has video of a guy from the late 70's (I assume) of some poor buuger who got his boat stuck in there.
The eventually got him out with a helicopter, and like a week later the boat found its own way out of the whirlpool.
If you read this far, Come to 234 West Street and check out the gallery.
Christmas is creeping up, and we have lots of gift ideas as well as gift cards.
Today The Canalside Tasting Room is hosting Rief Estates Winery who is doing a complimentary w**e sampling from 2-4pm.
Stop by, We would love to see you.
www.Chrisdelaat.com

10/30/2026

"Autumn Over the Whirlpool"
Suspended high above the Niagara Gorge, the Whirlpool Aero Car provides a unique perspective of the Niagara Whirlpool, where powerful currents carve swirling patterns into the river below. Surrounded by the rich colors of fall, this iconic landmark highlights both the beauty and raw energy of one of Niagara's most remarkable natural features.
This was my first time photographing this.
So cool, but don't plan on seeing me get on that rig.LOL
Gallery is open from noon till 7 tomorrow, stop in and check it out.
234 West Street in Port Colborne. same building as the Canalside Tasting Room.
www.chrisdelaat.com

10/28/2026

"Morning Munchies" Best viewed full screen and horizontal if on a phone.
What a thrill it was to watch these two bull moose in Algonquin Park!
I have to admit, I felt a whole lot safer when I could actually see them. At one point, they disappeared into the bush—out of sight, but definitely well within earshot. They were close enough that I started getting a little nervous, enough to make me head back to the car.
..Oh wait, what car?

As I made my way out, I saw the taillights moving away—Nicki was driving off! I was like, "WTF, what is she doing?!" Thankfully she was just moving the car and wasn't leaving me for dead.

She came back, obviously... I mean, I’m not dead. LOL!
We were lucky enough to find them later that day, along with 2 others.
What a day!!!
www.chrisdelaat.com

10/26/2026

We made a day trip to Algonquin Park on Saturday... and when I say "day trip," I really mean it.

The alarm went off early, and we were on the road just after 2:00 a.m. After the traditional coffee and fuel stop in Huntsville, we rolled into the park around 7:00 a.m. Nearly 22.5 hours after leaving home, we finally pulled back into the driveway.

Was it a long day?

Absolutely.

Was it worth it?

Without a doubt. One hundred percent yes.

As we were getting ready to leave the park, I ask Nicki to back to car up a bit cause I thought I saw something way in the trees.
What I saw was 2 huge brown masses, that could have been massive root balls of fallen trees, but they were way too big for that.
They were indeed 2 bull moose. But these weren't the only moose around. These were only 2 of the 4 bull moose hanging out together.
After waiting and listening to them in the trees, they finally decided to come out in plain view.
Not gonna lie, it was very intense to watch and even more so because they can be quite unpredictable. But we were far enough away and we had a car in between us (for the most part anyway...but that's a whole other story)
But all was good and we were able to watch the show.
It looked like the younger bull (on the right) was testing his strength, or maybe just practicing, against the larger bull. They would push and spar for a bit, then stop to munch on some leaves as if nothing had happened before going right back at it again.

Watching them interact was an amazing experience and a perfect way to end the day.( Although Nicki really wanted to stay for the night and go back in the morning)

The only thing we wished for was a little more light. The bulls stayed hidden in the trees until after the sun had pretty much gone down, which made photographing them a real challenge. Thankfully, our cameras allow us to photograph in extremely low light, Pair that with editing software and we can bring these moments back to life, even when the light isn't on our side.
Hope you like it...I have lots more from yesterday.

Some days you come home tired.

Some days you come home tired with memories you will never forget.

This was one of those days.

Interested in a print? 8x10's will be available next weekend and canvases can also be ordered.

Just shoot me a message.
www.chrisdelaat.com

If you would like to visit the gallery, we are located at 234 West Street in Port Colborne, Ontario.

10/23/2026

"Whispers In The Mist"
How can you not love mornings like this.
Taken 1 month ago In Algonquin Park.
Heading back up Saturday morning for a day trip........What did I agree to?

10/22/2026

"Crossing Into the Evening"
As the day's final light filters through the trees, an old stone bridge marks the passage between sunlight and shadow.
Interested in having this piece in your home?
Let's talk.
www.chrisdelaat.com

10/21/2026

It’s easy to get so busy that you forget to slow down and appreciate what’s right down the road. 🚗💨
The other day, I took a little extra time after work to “play tourist” and chase a shot I’ve been wanting to capture for some time. After that box was checked I took the long way home through the heart of Niagara Falls.Everything came together just as the sun dipped low.
Thrilled with how this piece turned out!
✨ Interested in adding this Niagara scene to your local art collection? High-quality canvas and framed prints are available! Drop a comment or message to inquire.

www.chrisdelaat.com
Gallery located at 234 West Street in Port Colborne,On.
Come on in and check out our walls, and if w**e is your thing, check out
Canalside Tasting Room

10/19/2026

Escaped the gallery for a little while today and was rewarded with this beautiful scene at Fire Lane 1, just off Weaver Road in Port Colborne.

Autumn is holding on, but only just. Soon, the last of the fall leaves will give way to winter's blanket of white. Not that that's necessarily a bad thing! Winter offers its own kind of magic, providing photographers with endless opportunities to capture stunning snowy landscapes... or, let's be honest, a perfectly good excuse to hibernate until spring. 😄

As always, this image is best enjoyed full screen.
Like what you see? Please feel free to like comment and share :)
www.chrisdelaat.com

10/14/2026

"Breaking Through"
The morning light filters through the mist as dawn arrives in Algonquin Park.
Fall 2026
www.chrisdelaat.com
Gallery is located at 234 West Street in Port Colborne On.

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Port Colborne, ON

Opening Hours

Thursday	1pm - 7pm
Friday	4:30pm - 7pm
Saturday	12pm - 7pm
Sunday	12pm - 7pm

Telephone

+19057369381

Website

http://www.chrisdelaat.com/

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