SPC Meeting – December 2nd 2026

A landscape isn’t just a place. It’s a way of seeing.

For our next meeting, we’re pleased to welcome Richard Robesco, a visual artist whose work spans photography and painting, creating images that range from realistic landscapes to highly stylized and abstract interpretations.

Richard’s approach to photography goes beyond simply capturing what’s in front of the camera. His work combines classical visual traditions with contemporary ideas, with a strong focus on both content and form. His photographs invite us to look more closely at the world around us—and to think about what we’re actually trying to say when we make an image.

While landscape photography is one of his areas of focus, Richard’s subject matter is anything but limited. His work includes landscapes, street scenes, portraits, still life and transposed images, often exploring minimalist, monochrome, peaceful and contemplative styles. He’s also not afraid to experiment, allowing the photograph to become something more than a literal representation of the scene.

During this presentation, Richard will share his approach to landscape photography and the creative process behind his work. We’ll explore how composition, light, simplicity, perspective and artistic intent can change the way we experience a landscape—and how we can move beyond simply asking “Is this a good photograph?” to asking “What am I trying to say with this photograph?”

Inspired by contemporary artists including German painter Gerhard Richter and Düsseldorf School photographer Andreas Gursky, Richard brings an artistic perspective that challenges us to look at familiar subjects in unfamiliar ways.

Richard has exhibited extensively through solo and group exhibitions across Canada and is a regular exhibitor at the annual Contact Photography Festival in Toronto. His work has also been featured in books, print publications and online magazines.

Whether you’re an experienced landscape photographer or someone who simply enjoys pointing a camera at a really nice view, this promises to be an evening of inspiration, creativity and perhaps a few new ways of looking at the world through your lens.

This meeting is open to members of the Sackville Photography Club. If you’re not a member but would like to join us as a guest and see what we’re all about, we’d love to have you! Just email membership@sackvillephotoclub.com and ask about being our guest for the evening.

Come for the landscapes. Stay for the ideas. And leave seeing your next photograph a little differently.