Nicholas Sharkey

Nicholas Sharkey is many things: a writer, poet, photographer, and explorer. Born in Australia, Nic moved to Calgary to find new vistas as well as follow his passions and live a purposeful life. Here, he found a second home, one that has since stimulated the artist in him and led to some of his most productive moments as a professional photographer. Today, Nic runs his own photography studio in Calgary, and can often be found immortalising the beauty of our city in photographs. In his spare time, he likes to do the same thing with words, either by writing poems or reviewing Calgary’s finest establishments and businesses for us. He is also a dedicated hiker and aims to hike all of Calgary’s and Alberta’s trails one day.

5 Steps to Ease Anxiety

5 Steps to Ease Anxiety 

We understand that anxiety can be hard to control. It can be easy to get overwhelmed by it.  There are so many causes for anxiety. It can be hard to pinpoint exactly what triggers it.  This is why we decided to share some tips for you that might help you manage anxiety better.  1. Try

5 Things to Consider Before You Propose

5 Things to Consider Before You Propose

A wedding proposal is no doubt a momentous event in any couple’s lives. It marks the start of a new chapter in their relationship. Before popping the question, though, here are some things we believe you have to consider:  1. Think about where you’re both at in the relationship. Photo by Oziel Gómez on Unsplash

5 Ways to Encourage a Healthy Body Image in Teenagers

5 Ways to Encourage a Healthy Body Image in Teenagers

It’s important for us to consider how images from the media and peer pressure have affected the body image of young people.  If you have a teenager at home and are worried, you aren’t alone. This is why we gathered some helpful tips on how to foster a healthy body image for teenagers.  1. Make

Best Payment Solutions for Small Businesses in Calgary

The 6 Best Payment Solutions for Small Businesses in Calgary

There are plenty of payment solutions in Calgary, but today’s listicle focuses on the needs of small businesses and startups in particular. The great news is that current merchant services have dozens of enticing features that promise to make payment processes a breeze. But can small business owners actually afford them? And do they offer

3 Reasons Why Calgary is a Pet-friendly City

3 Reasons Why Calgary is a Pet-friendly City 

If you’re looking for even more reasons to move to Calgary, this is it. It’s very pet-friendly.  As pet owners, knowing that our furry friends will be in a good environment is a must. That’s why in this article, we listed three reasons why Calgary is a very pet-friendly city.  1. It has abundant open

5 Fun Things to Do in Calgary During Spring

5 Fun Things to Do in Calgary During Spring

There are so many wonderful things to try in Calgary when the weather’s nice and the flowers are in full bloom. In this article, we listed some fun activities you can try with your family and friends.  It might even give you a date idea or two!  1. Go mountain biking. Winsport is not just

5 Exciting Things Prince’s Island Park is Known For

5 Exciting Things Prince’s Island Park is Known For 

Prince’s Island Park is a beautiful urban park found in Calgary. It’s on an island in Bow River, and the perfect place to go to if you want to be one with nature.  Quick history fact: it was named after Peter Anthony Prince. He’s the founder of the Eau Claire Lumber Mill. The park is

Easy Tips For Getting Better Sleep

6 Easy Tips For Getting Better Sleep

Good sleep is important to help us function every day. However, sometimes issues with sleep arise due to a combination of lifestyle choices, stress, medications, health conditions, among others.  So if you’re struggling to get some good shut-eye, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll discuss some actionable steps on how to

The Calgarian Homeowners' Guide to Basic Home Maintenance

The Calgarian Homeowners’ Guide to Basic Home Maintenance

Being a homeowner is already a huge responsibility all on its own. You have to take care of everything, from paying the bills to maintaining the safe space that your home should be.  At times, it can get overwhelming and stressful. But that’s why we made this ultimate home maintenance guide for every Calgarian, where