William Notman's photography studio in Montreal flourished in the late 1850s, and he became a leading figure in the field. By the early 1860s, he was appointed Photographer to the Queen, a testament to his artistic skill and business acumen. Notman's vision went beyond traditional portraiture, as he sought to document Canada's history through photography. He achieved this by incorporating props, creating composite images, and leveraging his artistic training to capture the country's people and places in perpetuity.
Notman's World
Canadian photographer William Notman is the subject of this documentary short, a captivating portrait that delves into his life and work.
