While exploring Banff, Alberta with my Widelux panoramic film camera, I came across the Banff Trail Riders horse stables just as the day was coming to an end. The warm evening light was beginning to fade, and a woman in a cowboy hat stood quietly near the stables looking out toward the setting sun. It was one of those moments that felt perfectly connected to the landscape and the culture of the Canadian Rockies.
One of the qualities I appreciate most about the Widelux is its ability to capture a broad scene without drawing attention to a specific subject. The panoramic format allowed me to include the horse stables, the surrounding environment, and the woman positioned naturally in the right third of the frame. From a distance, it never appeared as though I was photographing her directly, which helped preserve the authenticity of the moment.
The resulting image feels less like a portrait and more like a glimpse into everyday life in Banff. Rather than posing or interacting with the camera, she remains fully immersed in her surroundings. Combined with the wide perspective of the Widelux, the photograph captures not only a person but also the sense of place, atmosphere, and western heritage that make Banff Trail Riders such an iconic part of Banff National Park. More of my widelux work can be viewed here.