About
Xelarixel is a reference site for landscape photography technique and location information, with a focus on publicly accessible sites in Canada.
Last updated: May 25, 2026
What this site covers
The content here is divided into three areas: camera technique, RAW editing, and location notes. Each section is written to be practically useful rather than introductory — the assumption is that readers are already familiar with basic camera operation and are looking for more specific information about working in outdoor, landscape conditions.
The camera settings articles address exposure, depth of field, and filter use in specific lighting situations found in the Canadian outdoors. The RAW editing articles follow a sequence from import to export, with attention to the particular colour characteristics of Canadian mountain and forest environments. The location articles describe publicly accessible sites with notes on access, timing, and what each place offers compositionally.
Sources and accuracy
Technical information about camera settings and editing is based on standard photographic principles. Location information is drawn from publicly available sources including Parks Canada, BC Parks, and Environment and Climate Change Canada. Access conditions, road openings, and park entry requirements change seasonally and from year to year — information here reflects what was accurate at the time of writing but should be verified against official sources before planning a visit.
All images used on this site are sourced from Wikimedia Commons under Creative Commons licences that permit display. Image credits and licence information are available on the source pages linked in the footer.
Contact
For questions about content on this site, use the contact form on the home page or send a message to contact@xelarixel.org.