{"id":505,"date":"2016-02-17T22:30:40","date_gmt":"2016-02-17T22:30:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/imagelydemo.com.routing.wpmanagedhost.com\/?page_id=6"},"modified":"2026-04-27T11:18:23","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T18:18:23","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/deyoungphotography.ca\/index.php\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-image505_c42a10-eb.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image505_c42a10-eb .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:839px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image505_c42a10-eb.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image505_c42a10-eb .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image505_c42a10-eb figure{max-width:839px;}.kb-image505_c42a10-eb .image-is-svg, .kb-image505_c42a10-eb .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image505_c42a10-eb .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}.kb-image505_c42a10-eb img.kb-img, .kb-image505_c42a10-eb .kb-img img{box-shadow:20px 20px 30px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image505_c42a10-eb\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/deyoungphotography.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dennis-Port1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-19665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/deyoungphotography.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dennis-Port1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/deyoungphotography.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dennis-Port1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/deyoungphotography.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dennis-Port1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/deyoungphotography.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dennis-Port1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/deyoungphotography.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dennis-Port1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading505_5b7fd7-79, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading505_5b7fd7-79[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading505_5b7fd7-79\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading505_5b7fd7-79 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading505_5b7fd7-79[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading505_5b7fd7-79\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading505_5b7fd7-79 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading505_5b7fd7-79[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading505_5b7fd7-79\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading505_5b7fd7-79 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading505_5b7fd7-79\">Hello Vancouver &#8211; I&#8217;m Dennis, Owner of DeYoung Photography and this is my story..!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bce3bfd793d7bdd9cbb131530a61242b\"><br>In the midst of the Vancouver freedom movement, I embarked on a transformative journey into the world of photography. It was around the middle of 2020 when the winds of change swept through our city, lighting a fire within me to capture the essence of this historic movement.<br><br>As I witnessed the powerful expressions of resilience, unity, and passion, I couldn&#8217;t help but feel the need to share these moments with the world. Armed with my camera, I immersed myself in the heart of the Vancouver freedom movement, documenting the stories, emotions, and struggles that unfolded before my lens.<br><br>Each click of my camera shutter became a silent testimony to the indomitable spirit of the people who yearned for change. From the bustling protests and impassioned speeches to the quiet moments of solidarity and reflection, I captured the colors of hope amidst the chaos.<br><br>Through my photographs, I aimed to shed light on the human stories that often get lost in the noise of the movement. I wanted to depict the faces behind the calls for justice, the voices demanding a better world, and the unity that transcended our differences.<br>Photography became a medium through which I could lend my voice to the movement, offering a visual narrative that can resonate with others and inspire empathy. It is my hope that these images will not only bear witness to the Vancouver freedom movement but also serve as a reminder of our collective power to shape a more just and compassionate society.<br><br>Join me as I unveil the untold stories capturing the spirit and significance of the Vancouver freedom movement. Together, let us celebrate the resilience and determination of a community that continues to fight for the freedom and justice we all deserve.<br>Dennis Young &#8211; DeYoung Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hello Vancouver &#8211; I&#8217;m Dennis, Owner of DeYoung Photography and this is my story..! In the midst of the Vancouver freedom movement, I embarked on a transformative journey into the world of photography. 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