KO_41057Looking for images of British Columbia’s beautiful Cowichan Valley? You have come to the right place. Kevin Oke Photography has over 80,000 photographs available of the Cowichan Valley and the surrounding areas. From wooden boats to spectacular aerial photographs we can provide you with what you are looking for. Posters, screensavers and art prints are available as well. Can’t find what you want? Please contact us with your requirements. We can work with you to provide the images you need.

Over 4,000 photographs are viewable online in the following galleries: Cowichan RegionDuncan Totem PolesGulf Islands AerialsVancouver Island Aerials

This isn’t just a site about beautiful photography however. Cowichan Valley Photos is as excited about this area as you are and we want to make information available to you, whether you are a local or tourist. Come enjoy the Cowichan – The Warm Land.


Spring in the Cowichan Valley

As spring approaches and the days get longer we generally have rain and very little snow. This year has been pretty much snow free, unlike last year where we seemed to have an endless supply of the white stuff. We have had lots of rain in the past few months however with bad flooding in November and lots of rain and wind this past week. It does make for nice photographs!

Cowichan Valley Rainbow, Vancouver Island, British Columbia

2010 and Cowichan Valley Photography Workshops

Cowichan River Estuary, Vancouver Island, BC

2009 turned out to be a busy year for us at Cowichan Valley Photos. I was very fortunate to photograph many different events and festivals, much of the natural beauty of the area and it seems almost anything else that happened locally. The highlight of 2009 was the release of the new book The Cowichan – Duncan, Chemainus, Ladysmith and Region in late October and the book signings and interviews that go along with these projects. A hard year to top but a good challenge is needed!

2010 looks to be filled with adventure as [...]

Happy Holidays from Cowichan Valley Photos

A window view from Whippletree Junction.

Happy Holidays from Cowichan Valley Photos

The Cowichan River in Photos

The Cowichan River in Fall, Vancouver Island, British Columbia

The Cowichan River is one of the more interesting rivers in southern British Columbia, both from a historical standpoint as well as a recreational view. With its source in the mountains above Cowichan Lake, the river wanders through steep canyons and open valleys, finally arriving in Cowichan Bay after a 47km run.

The mood of the river varies with the seasons and rains as was evident a couple weeks ago when we had some massive flooding in the area and the river was roaring. The other extreme is peak summer when a favourite [...]

First Snow in the Cowichan

We received our first snow in the Cowichan Valley last night and while it isn’t as deep as last years’ once in a hundred years snowfall it still makes for pretty scenery. I’ll likely head out a little later with my camera and walk around the neighbourhood as I don’t like driving in the white stuff! The forecast is for warm weather and rain, better hurry up!

Cowichan Valley's first snowfall – the view from the kitchen

Flying from Duncan to the West Coast

Bamfield Airport – As rustic as it gets. Vancouver Island, British Columbia

I had the opportunity to fly with a great fellow to the west coast Vancouver Island town of Bamfield yesterday. It was purely a flight for enjoyment but I also used the journey as an “aerial photography test” to see whether photographing from small airplanes with windows actually works. I know many have been doing this for years but I have always used helicopters and ultralights for photography and we have always taken the doors off the aircraft. Being the beginning of winter up here with temperatures just [...]

The Cowichan - Photo Presentation

I would like to thank all of those that had the opportunity to come to the book launch of The Cowichan: Duncan, Chemainus, Ladysmith and Region. Georgina and I had a wonderful time, Volume 1 did an excellent job of book selling and handling the crowds and Fatima at Bistro 161 and her staff put on an amazing spread of wonderful local food. Nothing better than Chanterelle Mushroom shooters and pizza made with Hilary’s cheese! The local wines were quite flavourful as well.

For those that were unable to attend thanks for the emails and blog comments. You missed a good [...]

Cowichan Region Electronic Postcards

We have added a new feature to Cowichan Valley Photos that you are sure to enjoy. All 4,000 plus Cowichan Region, Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands photographs on this site are now available to send to your friends as electronic postcards. Show the world what a beautiful place Vancouver Island really is!

It’s easy; browse the photography galleries and when you locate the image you want to send just click on the “Send this image as a postcard” button. The electronic postcards are sent directly to your recipient.

Cowichan Valley Electronic Postcards

Community celebrated in feast of words and pictures - The Cowichan

The Cowichan: Duncan, Chemainus, Ladysmith and Region – Cowichan News Leader & Pictorial book review.

Community celebrated in feast of words and pictures

by Peter Rusland – Cowichan News Leader and Pictorial
Published: November 03, 2009 6:00 AM

There is life over the Malahat.

It’s chronicled in the photos and stories gracing The Cowichan, a coffee-table book by writer Georgina Montgomery and lensman Kevin Oke.

The two locals launch their 143-page work Thursday at Duncan’s Bistro 161 where valley wines will be showcased.

Vineyards are only one aspect of the Warm Land’s past and present explored in Montgomery’s research and illustrated by 150 photos by Oke [...]

Cowichan Valley Photos – Large gallery update and news

Cobble Hill Fall Fair 2009

Kinobe and Soul Beat Africa, Islands Folk Festival 2009

Summer is over and I am spending my time working through approximately 30,000 photos of the Cowichan Region that I shot in the past 4 or 5 months. The more I see of this beautiful area the more impressed I am with what the Cowichan has to offer and I think that many will agree. I have always mentioned to people that actually doing the photography is the easy part, putting the computer time in to edit and label the images is another story. It does [...]

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