Community Newsletter. 44

Stage-side mindset

44 | COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

Written by Jon Mckechnie Summer Rumblings Sarah Whitlam is a Vancouver-based photographer whose work blends story, atmosphere, and instinct - shaped by her love of travel, music, and the quiet drama of the everyday.  A graduate of Langara College’s Photo-Imaging Program and a Member of the Directors Guild of Canada, she moves seamlessly between digital and film, often reaching for vintage gear that holds personal meaning. Her clients span editorial, commercial, and non-profit spaces, including BeatRoute Magazine, Razorcake, Abort Magazine, Rebecca Bree Boutique, Vancouver Biennale, Cameras 4 Change, SOS Children’s Village, and La Prairie. On the featured image above - part of her 'Fun With Film' series - Sarah explains; "I have my Grandfather's Olympus OM-1 film camera that I bust out once and a while. I thought I would share some of my favorite shots." See more of Sarah's art on her profile, and below is a look at what we’ve seen happening across VERO so far this month. LATEST PLATFORM UPDATES    Culture Club

VERO MUSIC The Great Escape Festival Evenson, J Appiah, and Thunder Jackson delivered raw, captivating performances that held the room. Beyond the stage, Evenson and J Appiah opened up in a candid panel discussion, unpacking the challenge of staying true to their artistry while navigating the music industry's complexities. WATCH THE RECAP Image by Pete Lawrie Winfield  VERO MUSIC The Fever & The Dream Thunder Jackson delivers a powerful live take on 'The Fever & The Dream,' filmed at Lost Lake Lounge in Denver, to celebrate 1M streams of the track. Lifted from his album 'Hello Stranger', the performance offers a taste of what’s to come from his upcoming European shows this fall. CLICK TO WATCH  Image courtesy of Alice Plati

Community Corner

After collaborating on that now-iconic Wonder Woman image, Lis Tham and Clay Enos reconnect to talk lenses, pop culture, and a healthy dose of superhero fandom. SEE THE CONVERSATION Image courtesy of Clay Enos | Lis Tham

Lauren Ruth Ward’s new video for 'Loved, Lost, and Loved Again' offers a raw, intimate glimpse into life on the road. Unseen tour moments and personal reflections, shot and edited by Ward herself. WATCH THE VIDEO Image courtesy of Twolips Music | Lauren Ruth Ward

Until the Ribbon Breaks returns with 'You'. A dreamy, vulnerable alt-pop track about presence, peace, and gratitude. Its elegant visual stars Indian dancer Vishal Kashyap, whose lifelong dream to connect through movement finds a powerful new stage. WATCH THE OFFICIAL VIDEO Image courtesy of Until the Ribbon Breaks

James Stradman is crafting a Batcave-inspired garage theater and calling for creative input to bring the ultimate cinematic lair to life. WHAT'S YOUR PICK? Image courtesy of James Stradman

Blair Speed's 'Legs Get Me Home' is a searing, poetic reflection on strength, grief, and identity. An ode to the body that carries us through unimaginable loss. Now available to listen in audio form, the essay invites you to walk in her words. LISTEN HERE Image courtesy of Blair Speed | Mark Twight

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