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by Jo Barnes | photos by Amanda Cribdon Photography - When it comes to an art piece, it's about getting the right angle, the ideal colours and the right subject. But mostly it's about just getting started! Whether it's drawing, painting or sculpting, or any other artistic medium, initiating a project is oftentimes the most [...]

by Paula Kully – News, changes, updates, launches? Email news@seasideamagazin@seaside. WINNING COMBINATIONS Picture PerfectThere is something about the Saanich Peninsula that attracts amazing photographers. That talent was brought to light recently when the Victoria Camera Club won the Lions Gate Celebration of Nature photographic competition. The competition is only open to camera clubs, not individuals,

by Tina Kelly, Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea | Photo by Jeff Reindl – Wolf eels, jellyfish and an octopus aren’t the only stars of the show at the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea. Volunteers are key to the success of the non-profit aquarium. Lately, there’s been much ado about one particular volunteer.

by Sherrin Griffin VP, Operations, Sidney SeniorCare – When the progression of my grandfather’s cancer affected the safety of his driving, for himself and others, my mother and grandmother knew it was “time.” Although I don’t recall the specific details of how they gently suggested that he give up driving, I do remember the quiet

by Matt Hall, Red Feather Horticulture – Native gardens are one of our favourites (and our specialties) to install. They are beautiful, beneficial to local wildlife and, if well planned, can save on your watering bill. Even if not attempting a fully naturalized landscape, we try to include native plants in many of our designs.

by Allison Smith – This issue marks our 10th Seaside Magazine Women to Watch feature, where we shine a light on some of the amazing businesswomen in our Saanich Peninsula community. From time to time, we’re asked something along the lines of “if women want to be equal, why single them out by having a