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Queen Charlotte’s Ball

Posted by m&vhurley on February 15, 2020
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Queen Charlotte’s Ball took place Saturday January 28, 2020 at Montgomery’s Inn.  It happened to be the worst weather day we have had this winter, but the turnout was fantastic.

Everyone in their finery and having a wonderful time.  There was delicious food of the time period as well as wonderful dancing after.

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2020 “1812 in Photographs” Calendars

Posted by m&vhurley on September 24, 2019
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Look what is on its way!!

 

We are proud to announce that our 2020 “1812 in Photographs” Calendar is on the way.  We will be selling them again this year for $20 (if you purchase directly from us) or $25. if we mail them to your home.  Don’t be disappointed, they will go fast.

For anyone looking to contact us, you can do so at laughingdevilphotography@yahoo.ca.

Thank you all for your inspiration and support.  Without that, this would not be nearly as enjoyable.

Battle of Georgian Bay. Grand Tactical 2019

Posted by m&vhurley on August 17, 2019
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Laughing Devil Photography was very pleased to attend the Battle of Georgian Bay Grand Tactical August 9 – 11 in Midland and at Discovery Harbour.  Michael was working his day job and Virginia was there working with 4 & 20 Blackbirds so we weren’t really sure what kind of coverage we could give this event.

Our great friend and part time Laughing Devil Photography photographer, David J. Clare, showed up Saturday just in time to catch the pillaging in the streets.  The shots he has added to the album are fantastic.

It was a great event with lots happening, both off and on site.  It isn’t very often that we get to attend a large event of this calibre.  Well done to the organizers for all their hardwork.

 

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We are pleased to share our images of the event with you.  Please don’t hesitate to contact us if there is something that you would like to purchase.

Thank you from Laughing Devil Photography (Michael and Virginia Hurley and David J. Clare)

2019 Calendars are Here!!!!

Posted by m&vhurley on November 12, 2018
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Again this year we have produced 2 Calendars with some of the wonderful shots that we have taken this year.  It is so hard to pic just a few for the calendars but we hope you like them.  We have created a Nature Calendar as well as a War of 1812 Calendar. These calendars sell for $25. mailed directly to your home.

We will be attending the Royal Scots Christmas dinner and will have some there.  However, they are selling fast so if you plan to attend and want a calendar, please drop us a line and we can keep one aside, or prepay $20 by etransfer or paypal to ensure that you get one.

Thank you everyone for your continued support.

 

 

For those not interested in the War of 1812 Calendar, we also produce a Nature Calendar

 

 

THANK YOU AGAIN FROM LAUGHING DEVIL PHOTOGRAPHY

The March to Queenston Heights

Posted by m&vhurley on October 28, 2018
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It was a cold and dreary October morning, when some hardened re-enactors chose to commemorate the march which took place October 13, 1812 from Fort George to Queenston Heights.  This march is reminiscent of times gone by.

This march is the brainchild of Ryan Clark of the 49th Grenadiers.  He decided to do this last year but was unable to garner support from any of his Re-enacting friends as it was short notice.  This year was much better, with the added support of Niagara Parks, and his hope is that for the 210th Anniversary, there may be a full contingent of forces.

The men that were garrisoned at Fort George marched their way to Queenston Heights to be ready for the battle that would take place. History reminds us that war was not an easy task.  QHM 1A

These re-enactors, while remembering those gone before, are setting out to remind people that war was not fun.  This was real.  Real men died.  Real families were ripped apart.  Each person taking part had their own reason for being there, whether it be to help a friend or for the physical activity or just because it was a neat thing to do.  However, every  person that was there, was doing so to remember the struggles that the area went through to become what it is now.

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It started out as a rainy Saturday morning, but did end up drying up a little bit.  There were 7 men and 1 lady who made their way along the path travelled so long ago.  The men were a great mix of British and an officer as well as an American who travelled across the border to show his support for his fellow re-enactors.  The one lonely lady certainly was well protected.

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The march stopped at McFarland House whose importance during the war is definitely significant.  This home is one of the few structures still standing in the Region that was a pivotal part of the War of 1812.  This home was used both by the British and the Americans as a hospital.  The home continued to stay in the McFarland family for many generations until relatively recently.Queenston Heights March 1 vh (9)

The march then continued on its way travelling the path along the Niagara Parkway.  The group stopped a couple of times along the way for water and a bit of sustenance before continuing on.  They were also stopped by people both in cars and walking, who were inquiring as to “what are you guys doing?”.  Thus giving them a chance to explain the history that they so passionately portray.   They then headed into the Town of Queenston with a stop at the Cenotaph to pay their respects to those who were lost in the First and Second World Wars. QHM 13A

Continuing on into and through Queenston with a quick stop at the Homestead of Laura Secord.  She is indeed a heroine of the War of 1812 and everyone should take the time to know her story.  Chocolate is not what she is known for in historical circles.

Then the climb began.  They walked up past Mackenzie Printery and up toward what is now the Brock Monument.  Through the dense brush that those before them would have climbed, without the luxury of the wooden staircases that are there today.  Then on to the plateau at Queenston Heights. Queenston Heights March 1 vh (5)

There the men stood for a moment of silence in honour of those who had fallen in the Battle of Queenston Heights in the War of 1812.   They can only to imagine what it would have been like to do that march 200 years ago in the mud and the rain, roads washed out and bringing with them artillery and wagons.  What strength of character those fighting men had so many years ago.  They also took time to reflect on what it had taken out of them to do this march.

The re-enactors who did this march, also have a strength of character, but it is very different.  Their homes and their families are not being threatened by enemy forces.  Their livelihood is not fighting for their country.  They are Remembering those who went before them, forging their way to make this place better for those to come after.

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Then it was time to do the return march back to Fort George.  By this time the sun was making an appearance every once in a while, the humidity was bearable and everyone was ready to get back to the Fort.  However, having covered the distance of at least 11 km it was indeed a gentler pace on the way back.  Everyone was in great spirits after having completed the march to the Monument.

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Upon arriving at Fort George, the re-enactors took some time for a group photo for posterity and also took time to congratulate both Ryan and everyone for completing the round trip.  The units represented were the 49th Grenadiers, the 49th Centre, the 41st Royal Scots Grenadiers and the Royal Artillery.

It was indeed an honour and a privilege to photograph this monumental event.  This history is too important to forget.

“Those who fail to learn from history are condemned to repeat it.”  – George Santayana

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The Hamilton Steam Museum

Posted by m&vhurley on May 8, 2018
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19th Century Technology has an interesting artistic mechanicalness to it that belies the fact that working conditions where hard, hot and off times dangerous. None the less there is a beauty in its structure.

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Longwoods 1814/2018

Posted by m&vhurley on May 8, 2018
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During the War of 1812 The Battle of Longwoods was a minor skirmish in the back and forth action that marked the fighting in south western Upper Canada (Ontario). Neither the British nor Americans gained any strategic or tactical advantage over the other in this seesaw action as each side didn’t have the troops to exploit their respective successes. As a result this part of Upper Canada became a no man’s land. Each year historic re-enactors come together at the Longwoods Conservation

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site to recreate this battle as well as sit around the came fire, tell tales, enjoy each other’s company and drink beer.

Winter In Niagara Falls

Posted by m&vhurley on February 18, 2018
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Virginia and I took a long weekend and spent it doing a great deal of not very much in Niagara Falls Ontario.  I can’t say we discovered anything new or earth shattering other than a lack of tourists which was enjoyable.  The days were overcast  but the imagery we found was wonderful.

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Chris and Darina.. Engagement Session

Posted by virginiahurley on January 22, 2017
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I  had the wonderful opportunity to shoot an Engagement session for these two fabulous people.  It was an overcast day so colours were standing out beautifully.  The venue that they chose was an unknown treasure for me.  We went to Eldred King Woodlands and it was full of the fall colours.  I was lucky to be joined by a friend, Mr. David Clare, who sometimes fills in with us when in need of another shooter.  It was a fabulous time.

Chris was all good with anything we wanted to try but we had to get Darina to loosen up just a bit.  I loved that she is so formal, but we wanted to get some fun shots too.  It was a great day and we had a lot of fun.  In the end it was Darina who was having the most fun.  She thought little ideas were fabulous and was having a great time being carefree with Chris.

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I can’t wait to shoot their wedding as I am sure it will be full of pomp and circumstance.  That will be their formal time and it will no doubt be beautiful.

Long Walk. . .With A Bird at the End

Posted by m&vhurley on June 20, 2014
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There are times when I get into a photographic rut I’ll go for a long walk and just see what I can come across.  Sometimes this lets me try new techniques that I’ve learned or break the photographic rules.  Mostly I’ll just shoot what catches my eye that will help me get out of that rut.

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