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In the late September and early October 2002 I traveled to the north shore of Lake Superior in order to spend some time photographing the Canadian Pacific. The weather was a mix of temperatures and conditions yet resulted in plenty of memories and images I can upon regularly for inspiration. I hope to do the trip justice in this presentation and that you get something out of it as well.
Dean Sauvola, October 2004
















Shore Rocks
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Much of the Lake Superior shoreline has a wild, undisturbed beauty reminiscent of Isle Royale.

Mooring Ring
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The railroad here was built so long ago, supplied by lake boats, it feels like it belongs here.

Rock Tunnel
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1800s construction and harsh terrain put the railroad on the only path possible, where it remains.

Passing Through
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With supplies to last me for days, my solitude was complete but for glimpses of and from trains.

Lake Superior
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A boat is a great way to travel the north shore but always respect the moods of the big lake.

Transcontinental
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It's striking to be somewhere so isolated and timeless alongside a permenant way for world commerce.

Caboose Stove
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A long history of railroading through here makes for interesting relics worth inspecting.

Clouds
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As witness to the change of seasons I experienced heat, a thunderstorm, frost, and a cold rain.

Night Train
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After dark the trains would cast light across one bay after another, working against the curves.

Perfect Morning
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Once in a great while we find a place with all the elements of a dreamscape, I experience that here.

Click below to see the second half of the CP essay
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