 Introducing the lovely Sarah Reimer. She has travelled and worked all over this beautiful planet. During her travels she has carried her most important tool, her camera; capturing moments and breathtaking landscapes from all of her adventures. In our modern day digital world it is so refreshing to hold and admire a photograph in person. Sarah has very brilliantly turned her photography into functional art and prints. She makes, books, cards, coasters, ornaments, and new to Sarah's collection -- image transfers on reclaimed wood. Sarah puts a great deal of thought and detail into each piece of work she creates, from considering the materials used and how they effect our planet, to the handwritten inserts telling you about the photograph she has selected for each piece. I really enjoyed reading Sarah's thoughtful answers to the 'Maker Interview'. I learned a great deal about what inspires her, and I have a deeper understanding of the story she is telling through her work. I hope you enjoy getting to know Sarah as much as I did, and please come visit her and the other artist/makers on Dec 2 & 3, at the 2nd Annual shed & Friends Christmas Open House. "Your support means the world to me!"Tell us about yourself and your work? I have a passion for design, photography, travel, nature, and all things creative! I thrive off of creative living-- I am always trying new things and looking for ways to turn my photography into something more than just a simple print. I experiment using different mediums, and my work ultimately tells a story of travel, creativity, and sustainability. When did you first discover your passion for photography? My love for photography blossomed when moving to England in 2014. I often wrote about our travels and posted my own photography to a blog (www.youmeandtuscany.blogspot.com) to keep friends and family updated. The more we traveled, the more I shared. The more I shared, the more I thrived! I became very passionate about capturing the beauty I saw in the nooks and crannies of Europe, and when moving to Thailand in 2015, my passion grew deeper. There is a story behind each of my pieces, and to me, there’s no greater way to share my story. What kind of camera do you use? And why? I use a Nikon D3100 and to be honest, it’s the camera my husband got me for my birthday almost 7 years ago! It has been very well loved over the years… half of the button indications have completely rubbed off! Can you name all the places you have travelled? Not off the top of my head! We’ve traveled to a lot of places in Europe and South East Asia within the last few years of living abroad, however I try not to focus on the number of places. It’s rather the experiences I have with people that really stand out. Do you have a favourite photo that you have taken? What does it mean to you? It’s so hard for me to choose a favourite because they all mean such different things to me. However, I’ve always treasured this photo {see bottom photo of this blog} that I took while living Cambridge, England. I love “Trinity Street” because it looks like it could have been taken 100 years ago, it has such a classic look to it. I loved the architecture of the Colleges in Cambridge, and this photo floods my mind with memories of riding my bike around town. Is there a place in the world you havenʼt visited yet, but is on your bucket list? Everywhere. (But in all seriousness I’d love to go (and possibly live) in New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Brazil (just to name a few… :p) What do you hope people will connect with when they see your work? I hope that people will connect with the beauty that is the world we live in! Often we get caught up in all the bad things that surround our daily lives, we take for granted the big, beautiful world full of stunning landscapes and friendly, vibrant cultures. I also hope that people will connect with the locally sourced materials I have chosen for my products (handmade paper from Thailand, local reclaimed wood). I try my best to find unique, locally sourced materials. Are you featuring any new work at the shed & Friends Christmas Open House? One of my latest experiments has been transferring my photographs to reclaimed wood. I hope to have a number of pieces available at the Shed Open House. I will also have tree sliced Christmas ornaments featuring my photography, and more of my mini notebooks made from elephant poo poo paper! What do you appreciate the most about the Niagara Region since you have moved Back? Since moving back (this past summer), I appreciate the support and encouragement I’ve received from so many people! It has made the transition that much easier. I also love the changing seasons and the Bruce Trail. Hiking is my happy place. :) Any final words for the folks who will be visiting you at the shed & Friends Christmas Open House? Thank you in advance!!! Your support means the world to me!  Cambridge, England
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