My Adventures in Banff

Day three at the Banff New Media Career Accelerator program in beautiful Alberta.  The days are starting to fly by and we are all learning so much about new media and how it relates to our industry.  It’s both exhilarating and terrifying at the same time.  So much to learn and know, and once you think you have a grasp of it, something new comes along.  Trying to keep up with the technology and the rights associated with it will be challenging.  But we are up to that challenge!

I have meet some wonderful collegues in the industry, some of whom will become mentors, other lifelong friends.  This is a week I will likely never forget!  

“Woman I am, Spirit I am… “ 

We did a ceramics class on Saturday night called “Play with Clay”.  It was a hoot!  We had to create various works of art both alone and in groups.  Our creativity came alive as the beer and wine flowed.  It was a great icebreaker and a chance to laugh and bond with our new media buddies.

Well I’ve survived the weekend (almost!).  It’s been an intense two days with very little down time.  But it’s been fascinating!  20 women from various places across Canada have gathered to study New Media at The Banff Institute in the Rocky Mountains.  The scenery is spectacular and the people are friendly!  I am meeting lots of wonderful women who are all very smart and successful. 

The view out my window.