Brian Cobbledick's Page

Born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, I was the third child of six, having two brothers and three sisters. I am the entrepreneur of the family, looking for ways to create new things. Technically inclined I graduated from college as an Electronics Technologist. I married and acquired my Black Belt in Judo the same year.

Before I became hooked on poetry, I was a photographer also creating graphics and graphite/charcoal drawings. I also loved drafting and creating forms. My first camera was an Olympus OM-1. I shot as many pictures as I could afford. Scenic, portraiture, action, groups – you name it and I tried them all. As my ‘hobby’ grew, I was asked to take pictures for many occasions, including work. This led me to appreciate how photos could become the window to my relations with the past - be it people, places or things. It helped me realize the beauty in everything around me. Some of my best photos are from my own backyard. At this point I started to write poetry to go with the photos.

Many people have asked me where I came up with the beautiful, insightful poems. My reply – they come from the expression and rhythm of my photography - the world around you will give up it’s secrets if you are ready, observant and patient. There’s beauty all around. You just have to open your eyes to it.