John W. MacDonald's Weblog

Watching the Wheels

2009-12-08T13:22:00.000-05:00

John Lennon-Watching the Wheels

Holiday Photos

2009-12-08T10:31:00.003-05:00

Book your family photo session today! email for details: john@johnwmacdonald.com

Book your family photo session today! email for details: john@johnwmacdonald.com

Jessica McLiesh

2009-12-05T21:25:00.000-05:00

Jess is currently an exchange student from Australia. She's been in Ottawa since July and is heading home in a couple of weeks after taking some university courses at Carleton. I met her at rob's poetry reading last week at the Carleton Tavern. She was a taking a poetry class with Michelle Desbarats.

www.jessicaleemcliesh.blogspot.com/

Helen & Michelle

2009-11-29T11:09:00.001-05:00

Helen Deachman & Michelle Desbarats

Michael Dennis

2009-11-28T09:36:00.000-05:00

Ottawa Small Press Book Fair Pre-Reading at the Carleton Tavern. The Book Fair is today! Go buy some books!

Some info about Mr. Dennis here:
ottawapoetry.blogspot.com/2006/08/brief-note-on-poetry-of...

jwcurry & Alpha-Bits

2009-11-21T14:17:00.005-05:00

just one of many from the archives. jwcurry in Sept. 2005.
More here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/johnwmacdonald/sets/72157622855189538

Study: Photographs Help Ease Pain

2009-11-19T17:39:00.000-05:00

via PDNPulse:
more info: http://www.pdnpulse.com/2009/11/study-photographs-help-ease-pain.html
"The ﬁndings suggest that bringing loved ones’ photographs to painful procedures may be beneﬁcial, particularly if those individuals cannot be there. In fact, because loved ones vary in their ability to provide support, photographs may, in some cases, be more effective than in-person support. In sum, these ﬁndings challenge the notion that the beneﬁcial effects of social support come solely from supportive social interactions and suggest that simple reminders of loved ones may be sufﬁcient to engender feelings of support."

Fraternal Twins

2009-11-18T19:34:00.001-05:00

Kelly

Megan

Linden MacIntyre

2009-11-12T12:59:00.001-05:00

Linden MacIntyre has been named the 2009 winner of the Scotiabank Giller Prize for his novel The Bishop’s Man, published by Random House Canada.
http://scotiabankgillerprize.ca/home.html

November 11th - Manotick, Ontario

2009-11-11T13:43:00.002-05:00

Getting ready for the parade at the new Legion Branch 314.

AA Bronson, O.C. - Officer of the Order of Canada

2009-11-08T16:22:00.000-05:00

AA Bronson, O.C.
New York, New York, U.S.A. and Toronto, Ontario
Officer of the Order of Canada
Canadian contemporary art has been greatly enriched by the avant-garde, satirical and provocative works of AA Bronson. As a member of the internationally renowned trio, General Idea, and as a solo artist, he has challenged and moved us with a body of work that ranges from critiques of popular culture to pieces on HIV/AIDS and healing. For decades, he has influenced generations of artists around the world, and is highly regarded for his contributions as an arts writer, editor and curator, and as co-founder of the artist-run centre, Art Metropole, in Toronto.

www.aabronson.com/

Ottawa

2009-11-07T17:17:00.003-05:00

via: http://www.apt613.ca/

Mattman

2009-11-05T19:49:00.006-05:00

Tonight I did a little post-halloween photo shoot of Matthew as a three-year old Batman.
He's awesome.

Cynthia Dale

2009-11-05T17:30:00.001-05:00

Cynthia Dale and her son, Will, were spotted in the audience at Rideau Hall today. She was there to see her husband, Peter Mansbridge, receive the Officer of the Order of Canada.

Raymond Moriyama, C.C. - Companion of the Order of Canada

2009-11-05T15:37:00.002-05:00

Raymond Moriyama, C.C., O.Ont.
Toronto, Ontario
Companion of the Order of Canada
Raymond Moriyama is one of the world’s most innovative architects and urban planners. His design of the Canadian War Museum—inspired by the resilience of humanity and the environment in the face of the ravages of war—stands as a sombre, yet elegant, salute to the Canadian Forces and to veterans. He has elevated Canada’s reputation for architectural excellence through his signal designs and plans for the National Museum of Saudi Arabia, as well as the Canadian Embassy in Tokyo, which serves as a monumental symbol of the Canadian spirit. His architectural legacy will continue to influence and inspire young architects and planners for generations to come.
This is a promotion within the Order.
http://www.johnwmacdonald.com/blog/2005/11/canadian-war-museum-architect.html

Peter Mansbridge, O.C. - Officer of the Order of Canada

2009-11-05T15:26:00.001-05:00

Peter Mansbridge, O.C.
Stratford, Ontario
Officer of the Order of Canada
Since his legendary discovery while making a public address announcement for a small airline in Churchill, Manitoba, Peter Mansbridge has become one of Canada’s most respected newscasters. He moved through the ranks of the CBC to his current position of chief correspondent and anchor of “The National”, the network’s flagship newscast. Recognized nationally and internationally as one of the best in his field, he is a key player in sculpting the CBC’s coverage of critical events at home and around the world. He is also dedicated to promoting literacy and supporting Canadian youth, notably with a national leadership award that bears his name.

Michael R. Weir, C.M. - Order of Canada

2009-11-05T15:00:00.002-05:00

Michael R. Weir, C.M., O.Ont.
Draper, Utah, U.S.A. and Bright’s Grove, Ontario
Member of the Order of Canada
As one of our country’s most successful golfers, Mike Weir has been a goodwill ambassador for Canada and a role model for the sport. Since turning professional in 1992, he has won several major tournaments and was the first Canadian to win the prestigious Masters in 2003. His charitable activities are as notable as his golfing accomplishments. Despite his busy schedule, he has been steadfast in his commitment to raising awareness of, and funds for, a number of children’s causes over the years. In 2004, he established the Mike Weir Foundation to assist children in need.

http://www.gg.ca/document.aspx?id=13345&lan=eng

http://www.mikeweir.com/

Fell

2009-11-04T08:18:00.003-05:00

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Send an email (Subject: Fell) to john @ johnwmacdonald.com with your name and address.

If you are the first person to respond after this posting, you will receive this photograph in the mail. The 5"x7" photo is printed on 8 1/2" x 11" matte paper.
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Elina Hirvonen

2009-10-26T20:57:00.000-04:00

Elina Hirvonen at the Ottawa International Writers Festival. Her novel,
When I Forgot, is "the most translated debut novel in Finnish history." It was also shortlisted for the Finlandia Prize. Unfortunately the Ottawa audience did not get to hear her charming accent as she had her host, Nichole McGill, read an excerpt from the book.

Ian Rankin

2009-10-26T18:33:00.001-04:00

Ian Rankin at the Ottawa International Writers Festival.

ReLit Award 2009 Winners

2009-10-26T11:10:00.002-04:00

2009 ReLit Winners (LtoR)

SHORT FICTION: The Night is a Mouth by Lisa Foad (Exile Editions);

POETRY: Fear Not by Maurice Mierau
(Turnstone);

NOVEL: Chase & Haven By Michael Blouin (Coach House);

Founder: Kenneth J. Harvey, http://therelitawards.blogspot.com

Talking Heads

2009-10-24T13:14:00.001-04:00

John Lavery

2009-10-24T10:55:00.001-04:00

John plays a light night set at the Ottawa International Writers Festival. Music and poetry. Great stuff.

David Byrne

2009-10-24T09:14:00.001-04:00

David Byrne, the renowned musician, visual artist and author, lead a discussion on urban living and alternative transportation, featuring Marie Lemay from the National Capital Commission, author and urban theorist Jeb Brugmann, and Roger Plamondon from Montreal's innovative bike sharing system BIXI. The event was at St. Brigid's Centre for the Arts & Humanities, Ottawa International Writers Festival.

Marcus McCann - 2009 John Newlove Award

2009-10-22T14:27:00.001-04:00

Marcus McCann wins 2009 John Newlove Award
http://marcusmccann.wordpress.com