Samples of visuals, and some with videos accessed thorugh the QR codes with a cell phone. Or click on the QR code to go directly.
Silver Willow Path
Insects on Sunflowers
Majestic Mother Earth
Cactus in the Badlands
Spring Crocus
Geese Swimming
SKIES
There’s a certain kind of peace that settles over you when you stand beneath prairie skies. They stretch endlessly in every direction, a dome of ever-changing color and light that feels like a glimpse into the language of the cosmos—something ancient and wordless, speaking not to the mind but to the soul. In the early morning, they may blush with the softest hues—peach, rose, and pale lavender—while the earth holds its breath. By evening, they often erupt into fiery golds and purples that seem to set the horizon ablaze. These skies don’t just sit above you; they wrap around you, reminding you how small and yet how beautifully connected you are to the world.
There’s brilliance in their simplicity, in the way clouds drift like quiet thoughts across an otherwise unmarred canvas. The prairie sky invites stillness, contemplation, and awe. It humbles and uplifts all at once. You can stand there and watch a storm roll in from miles away, its drama unfolding in slow motion. Or you can lie in the grass and feel time slow with the drifting light. Under such a sky, the heart opens—wide as the land itself—and you remember what it feels like to breathe deeply, to dream boldly, and to be wholly present.
Prairie people look to the sky to decide what to wear, although the weather is known to change several times throughout the day. The skies can be playful and moody, threatening or gentle; they can change suddenly from sullen and temperamental to impish and dazzling within seconds, or minutes. These experiences are what excite and inspire me to capture the moments.
The prairie skies, especially those over Saskatchewan, are renowned for their vastness and ever-changing beauty. Known as the “Land of Living Skies,” Saskatchewan offers a unique landscape where the horizon stretches endlessly, allowing for unobstructed views of the sky’s dynamic displays. From vibrant sunrises and sunsets to dramatic thunderstorms and the shimmering northern lights, the skies here are a constant source of wonder. This expansive openness fosters a deep connection to nature, evoking feelings of freedom, introspection, and awe.
Emotionally, these skies resonate deeply with those who experience them. The ever-shifting canvas above serves as a reminder of nature’s grandeur and the cycles of life, instilling a sense of hope and possibility. For many, the prairie sky becomes a metaphor for the boundless potential of the human spirit, its vastness reflecting the limitless opportunities that lie ahead. Whether witnessing the gentle hues of dawn or the intense colors of dusk, the experience of the prairie sky leaves an indelible mark on the soul, fostering a deep connection to the land and a renewed appreciation for the beauty of the natural world.
Judith Silverthorne 