About Dave

Dave Prothero has been taking photos for the past 15 years. Dave first picked up a camera in Canmore, AB when he was on an 3 month outdoor course. From there he travelled to Nepal for 2 months, after a season of commercial fishing off the West Coast of BC.

From there he continued with his travelling. Working and moving through numerous countries and doing slideshows for high school tourism classes in the Comox Valley, which provided an interesting look and basis into the photography world.

Since then, Dave has rescearched and increased his photography view point and refined his style. Here you will find stories about some of that work.

Working as a Guide, Kayaker and Photographer, amongst other professions, has provided Dave with the opportunity to travel and photograph through twenty five countries on six continents. During which time he has seen and photographed many interesting and unique locations.

I hope you enjoy the blog and contine to watch my photographic experince flourish.
Contact Dave regarding photos and pricing on Portraits, Commercial work, and Weddings.

Sincerely,

Dave Prothero

Jun 04 2012

Paris in under 48hrs

Paris. What comes into your mind when you hear the name.

Spring in Paris

I see architecture, wine, the Eiffel tower, cheese, old buildings. It was that and more. The ease of getting around in Europe always surprises me. Walking, taking the bus or tram, the subway systems, directions, maps and the waterway transportation are very good. When in Paris I used the subway a lot – even with all my bags it was a snap to get in and out of the city. I stayed in the Latin quarter at the Young and Happy Hostel for my two visits, pretty funny that I still spent less than 48hrs in this fun city.

Paris by Bike

Lots of exploring went on from pubs and restaurants to the Batoboat, which I took on my last day in Paris, which made it easy to get on and off at a variety of sites around the Seine river for only 15 euro. Made it out to check out the Effiel tower, Notre Dame and Avenue Des Champ Elysees, where I did the Pulp Fiction thing of having a beer with a burger and chips.

There was a lot of fun to be had in the big city, it was nice to see the Eiffel tower, however I am not a fan of long line ups and did not wait to walk up it. Something for the next journey, I suppose. Also later on heard about a building close by the Latin Quarter where you can get a great view of the city for free. More up my alley.