Foreword
While the town itself was incorporated on March 1, 1899, the lands are first and foremost sacred to the following nations: The Sinixt, The Secwepemc, The Ktunaxa, The Syilx, and The Okanagan Indian Band of Okanagan Nation Alliance.
As the town continues to push through a major growth spurt, I felt the need to document this transition. The remaining homes, streets, and vehicles from the twentieth century are not only pleasing to the eye, but they also serve as a metaphor for us all to slow down.
With our planet’s well-being in jeopardy, resisting the urge to excessively upgrade our lives and belongings is more important than ever. Old things are cool too – don’t be afraid to hold onto them for a little longer.
We all have to be more deliberate and intentional with our actions, myself included.
With Love,
Maxim B. Vidricaire
Acknowledgements
All images were shot, developed, scanned, and processed for printing here in Revelstoke. The prints, skateboards, and clothing were made in Canada. Further inspiration was found deep in the photo archives at the Revelstoke Museum & Archives.
I would like to personally thank the following human beings for making this project possible through their continued support, guidance, and creativity: Lara Vekil, Matt Tipold, Brett Mallon, Cam Keith, Jack Ryan, Meghan Porath, Taylor Sandell, Adam Boehm, Randy Jespersen, and Emily Hamilton.
On display at the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre from July 7 – July 31, 2022. Click here for a full virtual walkthrough of the space.
Purchase Inquiries
Remaining images from this collection are still available for purchase through contacting the artist directly. Please refer to the captions for remaining availability.