Geraldine Moodie

Geraldine Moodie (1854–1945) was a pioneering Canadian photographer who opened a studio at Battleford, Saskatchewan, in 1891. In addition to portraits, she took images of the mounted police, ranching and wild flowers. She frequently accompanied her husband, John Douglas Moodie, on his travels, photographing the Innu people in the area of Hudson Bay (1904–1909). She also took photographs around Regina (1910–1911).[1] Many of her photographs were in connection with her husband's work on the Canadian Pacific Railway, accompanying his reports to Prime Minister Wilfrid Laurier and CPR officials.[2]

A stamp depicting Moodie's photograph, Koo-tuck-tuck was issued on March 22, 2013 by Canada Post as part of their Canadian Photography series. The image shows a traditionally dressed Inuit woman.[3][4]

References

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  1. ↑ Donny White, "Moodie, Geraldine (1854–1945)", The Encyclopedia of Saskatchewan. Retrieved 27 February 2013.
  2. ↑ Laura Jones, "Rediscovery: Canadian Women Photographers 1841–1941 - April 19th, 2006", The Photographic Historical Society of Canada. Retrieved 27 February 2013.
  3. ↑ "New photography stamp series gives an appreciation of Canada’s best". Canada Post. Retrieved 14 October 2013.
  4. ↑ "Canadian Photography". Canada Post. Retrieved 14 October 2013.