Ann Paul
Wolastoq Nation, Sitansisk.
A graduate of NBCCD’s photography program, Ann has honed her skills and embraced new technologies throughout her career.
Whether armed with a 126 camera when she first set out or a DSLR and cell phone, Ann’s intuitive sense of timing and meticulous composition transforms ordinary scenes into extraordinary images.
Ann is the creator of Ann’s Eye, a column with CBC, where she captures photos and stories of her community with care and authenticity.
Q: What and/or who has inspired your photography practice?
A: My journey into photography began as a child when I received a 126 Kodak camera for Christmas. I started by creating small scenes and capturing everyday moments, already drawn to storytelling through images.
At fifteen, my mom and stepdad gifted me my first SLR camera—a Minolta—which transformed how I saw the world. I later attended the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design, where I continued to develop my skills and deepen my artistic voice. Photography became more than taking pictures; it became a way of being present, of witnessing, and of honouring the stories unfolding around me and sometimes almost predicting them before they happen.
Shaped by my experiences with family, travel, and community, I am especially drawn to photographing people—their environments, their spirit, and the stories they carry. My work is rooted in connection, capturing moments that feel honest and alive.
Being part of this fellowship is an opportunity to continue growing as a storyteller, deepening my ability to preserve and share meaningful human experiences through my lens.