A Splash of Orange: Fall Photography Across Canada

Nothing screams “autumn is here” like a beautiful pic filled with shades of orange. From the first signs of fall foliage to the final rays of a setting sun, check out these colourful shots snapped by Our Canada readers.

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Maple leaf on beach
Photo: Alexandra Fontaine

Washed ashore

You know summer’s over when the only thing hitting the beach is a fallen leaf! Alexandra Fontaine captured this beautiful fall photography at Hayward Lake in British Columbia.

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Fall photography
Photo: Russ Hayes

Maple leaves forever

Russ Hayes captures Canada’s national symbol on the banks of River Magog in Sherbrooke, Quebec.

Check out more of Russ’s stunning shots in this gallery of “in the backyard” photography.

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Fall landscape in Canada
Photo: Fred Allin

Autumn reflections

Crisp, clear skies, calm waters and a rolling horizon filled with red, orange and yellow foliage… Fred Allin’s gorgeous snap from his weekend trip to Hull, Quebec captures the essence of fall photography in a single shot.

According to one Our Canada contributor, this is the best place to see fall foliage in Canada.

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Vintage orange truck
Photo: Karen Mihalick

Ghost town wonders

This truck’s engine may have seen better days, but its last paint job—a striking burnt orange—remains remarkably vibrant. Thanks to Karen Mihalick of Red Deer, Alberta for sharing!

Don’t miss our round-up of amazing Canadian car photography.

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Early morning sunrise
Photo: Tammy Green

Orange you glad you woke up for this?

It’s hard to imagine a more serene start to your day than this early morning sunrise in Harrington Harbour, Quebec. Thanks to Tammy Green for sharing.

Catch more of Tammy’s stunning snaps in this gallery of flower photography across Canada.

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Orange monarch butterfly
Photo: Isabelle Marozzo

Life cycles

Photographer Isabelle Marozzo of Norland, Ontario writes: “I was so lucky to witness this Monarch butterfly emerge from the pupa and captured this moment seconds later.”

Check out winged wonders of a different variety in this gallery of great Canadian bird photography.

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Roadside farm selling pumpkins
Photo: Mike Lane

Farm fresh

The shades of orange sure do pop in Mike Lane’s fantastic fall photo of a roadside farm stand.

Here, 30 Canadians—including Mike—answer: “What are you thankful for?

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Row of pumpkins
Photo: Lilyan Cilia

For the love of gourds

As photographer Lilyan Cilia’s shot proves, you can never have too many pumpkins!

Want to take your own jack-‘o-lanterns to the next level this Halloween? Try out these free pumpkin-carving stencils!

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Late evening at the cottage
Photo: Marsha Beaulieu

Welcoming fall

Marsha Beaulieu of Mississauga, Ontario bids adieu to summer with this poignant fall silhouette.

You’ll find more striking silhouettes in this gallery of hauntingly beautiful photography.

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Motorcycling through fall foliage
Photo: Paula Brown

Born to be wild

Photographer Paula Brown of Ottawa, Ontario writes: “Motorcycling through the orange foliage of Gatineau Park must be a heady high!”

Can’t get enough fall photography? Here’s what autumn looks like across Canada.

Originally Published on ourcanada.ca

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