Erin McInnis has been snowboarding and taking photos for the majority of her life. Originally from Ottawa, Erin moved to Toronto to persue her Fine Arts degree at Ryerson where she graduated from in 2009. Since 2009, Erin McInnis has been involved with Boarders Against Breast Cancer as our official event photographer and generally our go to person for everything photo.Â
This year Erin put together a collection of six original works depicting the strength of women in the action sports community and the commitment each one of these ladies has towards the cause. The pink light trail, created by a hand held flashlight used by the subject, represents the iconic Breast Cancer ribbon and the fierce conviction the women display through participation in sport represents the energy and positive drive towards ending breast cancer.Â
The creative use of lighting and shutter speeds is just one component of these images. The creative energy from Erin and the passion she feels for photographing women lends to the success of this collection.  For more of Erin’s creations visit her website or jump into our photo booth on the 25th and be IN one of her creations. Â
Lydia MacIntosh, another Ryerson alum living in Toronto, got involved with BABC in January. With personal connections to Breast Cancer, the choice to be involved came easy to her and we couldn’t be happier 
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Lydia’s work depicts snowboarding enthusiasts posing in the urban landscape. The works bring together action sports and the city of Toronto with night time sky-scapes, graffitti and famous Toronto parks. The concealed faces detract one specific identity, but rather speak to the reality that breast cancer can affect everyone.
For more of Lydia’s work check out her blog and website which is updated frequently. Her portfolio boasts great portraits and incredible wedding photography. Lydia breaths fresh life into the stale world of wedding photography, make sure to look at that section of her website.
