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Who am I? There’s simply nowhere I won't go to give you a one-of-a-kind photo. Easy to reach, and even easier to work with.

Nature Travel Photographer & Educator | 2026 PPOC National Photographic Artist of the Year | WPC World Top-10 Nature Landscape Photographer | Chair PPOC Southern Ontario I am a Professional Photographers of Canada multi-accredited fine art urban landscape photographer serving high-end boutique hospitality and travel brands with an award-winning portfolio of international photo destinations immedia

tely available for wall prints and digital art. What's different about me is my passion to travel and create custom, on-location photos tailored exclusively to the client's establishment and local attractions. As Chair of the Professional Photographers of Canada Ontario TriBranch Region serving Greater Toronto, Central Ontario, Western Ontario, and the Hamilton/Niagara regions, I am also committed to helping other photographers reach their next levels through specialized events, workshops, and business resources. Feel free to contact me or visit ppoc.ca to learn more about the PPOC and how it can help you with your photography journey. To showcase your hospitality destination in its best light, or decorate with my unique collection of original fine art photography, contact me at [email protected] or https://deepotter.photography/contact.

05/13/2026

It has officially arrived!

The 2026 Photographic Artist of the Year award from the Professional Photographers of Canada is now home.

Holding this award is a reminder of the years and extensive travels that went into this win, and takes me back to the moment my name was called to receive it.

Thank you to Spartan Media Group for sponsoring this prestigious award. I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who has supported my photography along the way.

04/28/2026

Canadian Imaging Conference & Expo (CICE) 2026 in Saskatoon last weekend has officially gone into the record books for me.

I was honoured to be invited to speak at this year’s conference, and to formally receive my Master of Photographic Arts (MPA) designation at the Gala Awards that same evening. Two moments I was incredibly proud of, and I was ready to simply enjoy the rest of the night celebrating the best in Canadian photography.

But then… something completely unexpected happened. A formidable goal I’ve been working toward for four years was suddenly realized.

Photographic Artist of the Year 🏆

After four years of PPOC national competitions, and being named a finalist three years in a row… this one means a lot. Not just because of the title, but because of everything that led up to it.

I’m grateful to the PPOC judges for this recognition among such an incredibly strong group of 15 finalists.

And a sincere thank you to Lee and Ria Milliken at Spartan Media Group for sponsoring this award.

04/02/2026

We’re pleased to share a member opportunity from Dee Potter.

Dee will be leading a Japan in Red Photo Tour from November 19–27, 2026, offering photographers the chance to capture Japan during its peak autumn season.

This experience may be of interest to those looking for guided travel and photography opportunities in a unique setting.

PPOC members are eligible for a $500 USD discount when registering by April 15.

For more information, please visit: https://deepotter.com/blog/book-now-autumn-in-japan-nov-19-27-2026-8252797

03/30/2026

What an achievement! I recently entered this refined version of one of my most popular travel images into the 500px/PULSEpx “Spectrum: RED” Global Competition. How could I not with a challenge like that?! This image is of workers arranging bundles of bright red incense sticks as they dry in open air in Quang Phu Cau incense village in Hanoi, Vietnam. The repeating patterns and vivid colour create a striking visual while reflecting traditional craftsmanship and cultural practices associated with Southeast Asian rituals and spirituality. The result: 4th place, just 4% shy of 1st Place. Works for me! So, I immediately published the photo on my 500px profile, and it was almost instantly selected for Editor’s Choice in just a few minutes! It’s good to see timeless images still resonate! Thank you !

03/24/2026

If photographing Japan during peak autumn colour has ever been on your list, we’ll be walking through the experience live this evening.

We’ll introduce the Japan in Red Photography Tour and take you through the locations, the flow of the trip, and what it’s like to photograph Japan at its most spectacular.

9:30 PM EDT tonight

Register to join us here:
https://forms.gle/JRQaDidSMA7vM9377

This iconic tour was created by my friend, the incomparable photo-adventure master Kordan, and is led by internationally acclaimed travel and nature photographer Andy Marty, who will be sharing what you can look forward to from his experience of guiding this itinerary tonight all the way from Dubai!

If you’d like to explore the full trip details ahead of the presentation, check it out here:
https://danielkordan.com/portfolio-item/japan-dee-potter/

And for those who join us live, we’ll have a special bonus at the end of the session [but will not be recorded]

Last call to register: https://forms.gle/JRQaDidSMA7vM9377

03/12/2026

Big thanks to

Debbie Hildreth Pisarcik, Bob Biamonte, Helen Shover, Guy Riendeau, Mike Brown, Brad Kirtland, Linda Teufel, Bill Samuel, Jerry Kita, Mark Doyle

for all your support! Congrats for being top fans on a streak 🔥!

03/08/2026

Japan in Red Photo Tour 2026 — Free Live Info Session

If photographing Japan during peak autumn colour has ever been on your list, this is for you.

On March 24 at 8:30 PM EDT, I’ll be hosting a free live Zoom information session with world-renowned travel photographer and workshop leader Andy Marty () to introduce our upcoming Japan in Red Photography Tour.

This iconic tour was created by my friend and celebrated landscape photographer Daniel Kordan, who invited me to lead this particular edition knowing how long Japan has been at the top of my list of places to photograph.

Andy has led this Japan itinerary multiple times in recent years, gaining deep familiarity with the locations, timing, and photographic opportunities that make Japan in autumn one of the most extraordinary photography experiences anywhere in the world. I’m excited to be partnering with Andy to lead this adventure together.

During the session we’ll walk you through the experience, the locations we’ll be photographing, and what makes autumn in Japan such a remarkable time to photograph the country.

Our curated itinerary takes us through some of Japan’s most photogenic autumn locations including:

• Mount Fuji / Lake Kawaguchiko
• Kiso Valley
• Kyoto’s iconic temples and gardens
• Mount Kōyasan
• Osaka
..all timed to capture the incredible red and golden colours of peak autumn.

We’ll also cover:

• the premium accommodations and transportation
• the photographic opportunities along the route
• how the tour is structured
• travel logistics and group size
• and answer any questions you might have about joining us.

This session is completely free and there’s absolutely no obligation — it’s simply a chance to learn more about the experience and see if it might be a good fit for you.

Date: March 24, 2026
Time: 8:30 PM EDT
Where: Live on Zoom

Register for the free info session here:
https://forms.gle/JRQaDidSMA7vM9377

Even if you can’t attend live, you’re welcome to register and I’ll make sure you receive the recording afterward.

You can also explore the full tour itinerary here:
https://danielkordan.com/portfolio-item/japan-dee-potter/

I’d love to see you there!

~ DEE

Daniel Kordan

02/17/2026

I’m looking forward to delivering my Explorations in Photography Presentation live for the Highland Glen Camera Club of Kitchener-Waterloo, GRIPS club of Kitchener-Waterloo, Brant Camera club of Brantford, and Photo Arts Club of Newmarket on March 2nd at the Coldwell Banker Building 508 RIVERBEND DR. KITCHENER. I’m looking forward to seeing everyone there! :D

Click here for full details: 👉
https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/march-2-2026-guest-presenter-dee-potter/?fbclid=IwVERDUAQBiBRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeW_P7PahAEDK36536Nia7K5-f_G0gSGn6F6EpXWwxLpVgEJBnchRXNAAoIHs_aem_9LvhKlfTU2yrWvZO9Z3VxA

02/05/2026

I’m incredibly proud to share that "Alstrom Point of Light" has been selected 500px Editor’s Choice!

This was one of the most hard-won images I’ve ever created.

Reaching this viewpoint meant driving more than 20 miles across a kidney-quivering goat path in a rented 4×4... jagged rock, deep crevasses, and just enough daylight to arrive with enough time to double back before dark. With winds well beyond my drone’s comfort zone, I had barely ten minutes to get airborne and find the composition before racing back across terrain that felt more like Mars-mission than road-trip.

The return almost went smoothly… until a dashboard light caught my eye. The driver-side rear tire dropped to zero.

No cell service. Darkness. Cold wind. Limited fuel and water.

Thanks to satellite SOS and an incredibly skilled Kane County Deputy Sheriff, whose former career was with Kal Tire, we were back on the road within a few hours and safely guided out through complete darkness to the safety of the highway.

Some images come easily.
This one was earned.

Thank you to the 500px Editors for this honour!

See the full image in the 500px Editor's Choice Gallery:
https://500px.com/photo/1120529166/alstrom-point-of-light-by-dee-potter

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