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Chris Mullin Photography

As a fine art photographer, I’m drawn to both dramatic landscapes and authentic portraits.

Since picking up my first DSLR in 2015, my work has been inspired by the rugged beauty of the Canadian Rockies and the ever-changing coastline of Vancouver Island.

09/03/2026

I have to admit that I’ve been ‘sleeping’ on Alberta's Badlands…

I’ve been to the Drumheller Badlands once before, but I’d never been to Dinosaur Provincial Park.

My mind was blown… I’m still processing the experience.

As someone who is deeply into science fiction and all things interstellar, this place had me up for every sunrise and out for every sunset. I felt like I was on a different planet… and sometimes, for me, that’s exactly where I need to be.

08/25/2026

I’m excited to share the first image from Dave Brosha and Wayne Simpson’s Spirit of the West Portrait Workshop earlier this month.

It was a true honour to photograph Jozee from the Métis Nation of Alberta.

This workshop blew my mind! It surpassed all of my expectations! The learning, creativity, and most of all, the amazing people made it such a memorable experience.

08/20/2026

I'm beyond stoked to be heading back to Wells Gray Provincial Park in late September!

Known as the Waterfall Park of Canada, it's no surprise that Wells Gray is quickly becoming one of my favourite places to photograph. It’s also one of my favourite places to explore.

The whole area has a completely different feel than what I'm used to on Vancouver Island and the Rockies. The landscape feels bigger and wilder. I love that there are so many waterfalls to explore.

These falls were a short hike from one of the campgrounds. I knew they were there, but I had no idea they would be this good. The moment I arrived, they shot straight up onto my list of favourite waterfalls I've ever visited.

I already can't wait to get back and see what else Wells Gray has to offer.

08/12/2026

Drumheller is such a bizarre place. I’m really looking forward to revisiting this special place this summer. It’s going to be such a treat to spend time photographing all the different tones, textures, and strange landscapes the Alberta Badlands have to offer.

Many years ago, before heading to an Offbeat workshop, Moselle and I spent a few days exploring Drumheller. I knew I had to visit the ‘Silent Giants of the Badlands’ at least once before we left Alberta to move to BC.

I headed over before sunrise one morning. Seeing the hoodoos rise out of the ground with the layered Badlands behind them was pretty incredible.

As impressive as they are, I struggled to find a composition I liked. Everything felt busy, and I had a hard time creating enough depth in the frame. It wasn't until the sun broke over the horizon that this composition finally came together.

I took my time creating this image. Fine-tuning my filters and settings for a long exposure to stretch the clouds across the sky.

I liked the bush in the foreground, but I waited until the first light caught the tips of it. That little bit of warm light helped balance the image and tied everything together. I'm really happy with how this one turned out!

08/04/2026

I’ve got an exciting update to share! I’m thrilled to be attending a 3-day portrait photography workshop this summer, hosted by talented Canadian portrait photographers Dave Brosha and Wayne Simpson.

The workshop is a Western-themed portraiture experience. Based on a 160-acre authentic Alberta ranch, featuring an old-fashioned saloon, dance hall, horses, cowboys and cowgirls, and authentic personalities and cultures from the core of the Canadian West.

The first destination on our annual RV adventure, this workshop sounds like the perfect place to spend a few days learning from a couple of Canada’s best portrait photographers, creating some unique shots, and stepping outside my comfort zone.

One of the things I love most about these workshops isn't just learning from two incredibly talented photographers and educators, it's being surrounded by so many passionate, creative people who all inspire each other.

This photo is of my friend Lee, taken a few years ago during the Portraits in High Places portrait workshop in Banff National Park.

07/27/2026

I couldn't be more excited for our annual RV trip! Each year we aim to extend the trip by a week or two, slowly moving towards our dream of a much longer trip.

This year is our biggest adventure yet. We'll be on the road for 8 weeks. We’ll be spending time exploring:

Jasper
Alberta Badlands
Pincher Creek
Fernie
Kimberley
Banff & Canmore
David Thompson Country
Wells Gray Provincial Park (one of our new favourite places)

A few years ago, after selling our house in Canmore, Moselle and I made a pretty big life change. We downsized into an apartment, got rid of a lot of our possessions, and decided we'd rather invest in experiences than things.

Our goal? To spend as much time as possible on outdoor adventures. We adore exploring new places and revisiting old favourites. Quality time in the mountains and forests, enjoying the rivers, campfires, good coffee, and each other.

Moselle has been my best friend and partner for almost 20 years! I couldn't imagine doing this with anyone else. These trips aren't vacations… we’re often working while on the road. They're where we feel the most alive, inspired, and ourselves.

I'll be in and out of Wi-Fi over the next couple of months, but I can't wait to share the places we discover, the people we meet, and the stories behind the photographs. I have a feeling this trip is going to be pretty special.

Before we head out, I want to say thank you. This past year has been a huge leap of faith as I took my first full year as a full-time photographer.

Your encouragement, support, comments, shares, and kind words have meant more than you probably realize. Thank you for following my journey.

07/14/2026

I love searching for less obvious, more intimate compositions…

After packing up my gear from shooting a scene close by, I noticed this beautiful grouping of large river stones with little cascades flowing around them. It was raining, and everything was soaked, but my OCD wouldn’t let me leave without trying to photograph it. So, I set everything back up.

Normally, when I shoot waterfalls, I use a few different filters, but I remembered one of my favourite photographers, Adam Gibbs, talking about how he sometimes removes the polarizer to keep the natural sheen and glare on wet rocks.

So, I kept it simple and just used a 6-stop ND filter to create this image.

I had this monochrome vision in my head… the wet stones reflecting the light, the movement of the water flowing through the scene. It’s an image that feels very tranquil. I can hear the river and the rain when I look at it.

If you enjoy landscape photography and exploring, I highly recommend checking out Adam Gibbs’ YouTube channel. He’s one of the best landscape photographers out there and an incredible educator.

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07/08/2026

Vancouver Island has no shortage of incredible waterfalls. What I love most is that there are still so many hidden places waiting to be explored.

The fact that this area is well known and heavily photographed has never stopped me from enjoying it.

There is a campground close to this waterfall. When I camped in my trailer at this spot a few years ago, I hiked to the main falls. I knew there was a smaller waterfall further up the trail, so I figured I’d go have a look.

It was raining, and everything was soaked. I threw on my rubber boots and made my way up the river, carefully stepping over slick river stones as the water cascaded around me. It wasn’t the easiest walk, but eventually I made it.

The scene was beautiful. Small ferns hung from the mossy rocks and the river water was crystal clear. What caught my eye were the larger submerged boulders at the base of the falls, framing the perfect natural foreground.

I stayed long enough to make a few images before the rain picked up, then packed everything away. I noticed ANOTHER smaller scene after I packed everything up, but I’ll share that image and story next time.

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07/02/2026

There’s something fascinating about exploring the coastline after the tide retreats.

The ocean reveals hidden worlds… small sea caves, tidal pools, and rock formations that are usually underwater. I’d wake up early in the morning during low tide to search for these quiet scenes before any footprints reached them.

The experience inside these places is just as interesting as the view. The walls are covered in mussels, constantly bubbling and hissing as they expel trapped water and air. I jokingly call them “farting mussels.” The sound is strange and all around you, which is a reminder that these rocky corners are full of life.

The air inside carries a fresh, briny ocean scent that instantly brings back memories of preparing mussels in the kitchen… a subtle sweetness mixed with the smell of the sea.

06/30/2026

My goal of "photographing weird s**t" this year has been surprisingly rewarding. It’s pushed me to see photography differently and has taught me a lot, not only about creating images, but about myself as a photographer.

During one sunset at Long Beach in Pacific Rim National Park, I came across this jellyfish being carried in and out by the tide. Each wave would move it around, constantly changing the scene.

I framed up the composition and shot as wide open as possible, balancing the exposure to soften the background and let the sunset colours glow through the jellyfish. The goal was to create a little bit of mystery… like treasure.

It’s weird. It’s not something most people would immediately recognize or stop to photograph, and that’s exactly why I love it.

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