It All Belongs

You’re invited to visit the Dal Schindell Gallery between June 25 and August 7, 2025, to view It All Belongs, a photography exhibition by Chad Chomlack. Join us for Chad’s opening reception on Wednesday, June 25, 4–7 pm. He will also present at an artist talk on Wednesday, July 16, 6:30–8 pm.

About the Exhibition

British Columbia-based photographer Chad Chomlack invites viewers into a profound exploration of nature’s spiritual essence through his limited edition print series, It All Belongs. Serving as a meditative journey into presence, wonder, and interconnectedness, Chad’s work highlights the belief that every moment—be it filled with joy or challenge—holds inherent value and purpose. Through his lens, Chad captures the emotional and spiritual landscapes that bind us to the natural world and invites us to pause, reflect, and recognize the sacredness in every moment, urging a deeper connection to each other and the world around us. Each image reflects a personal journey of embracing life’s full spectrum, grounded in the mantra that “it all belongs.”

Artist’s Description

Since I was a boy, I’ve been drawn to the deeper currents of this human experience—especially as they show up in our relationship with the natural world and the presence of the Creator within it. Photography has been my way of exploring what it means to truly participate in life with open eyes, an open heart, and a willingness to listen.

I believe there is a current in life that is always calling us to live more deeply and widely. In the still, quiet moments—and even in the chaos—there’s an invitation: to pause, to notice, to marvel. To be present. To search, to listen, to remember what it means to be human and alive within this vast and wild world.

“It all belongs.” These words have become a grounding mantra in both my personal life and my creative process. They’ve been tested, stretched, and ultimately reaffirmed—especially in the seasons where I wished nothing about my life belonged. In those times, photography has offered more than just work or creative expression; it has been a vehicle for adventure, for connection, for healing, for remembrance—and, most of all, for surrendering to this deeper current that continues to invite me to let it all belong.

The limited-run images in this show are a reflection of that pursuit—my ongoing conversation with the natural world and what it reveals to me. My hope is that these images might also awaken something within you. A new way of seeing. A moment of connection. A quiet mirror held up to your own experience.

Let’s keep our hearts open.

About the Artist

Chad Chomlack is a BC-based photographer whose work bridges the worlds of adventure, emotion, and storytelling. With over two decades of experience behind the lens and on the slopes, Chad has carved out a unique niche in action sports and lifestyle photography, capturing the raw, honest moments that connect people to place.

Best known for his dynamic images of snowboarding and mountain life, Chad has collaborated with globally-recognized brands and athletes on peaks and in valleys all over the world. His photographic voice is rooted in authenticity, blending technical skill with a deep sensitivity to story and setting. He believes in the power of photography to capture honest moments and convey deeper narratives.

Chad’s photography is more than just a profession; it’s a vehicle for adventure, connection, and personal expression. Through his lens, he invites viewers to see the world through a different perspective, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the natural world and the stories of those who inhabit it. Whether he’s documenting the intensity of an alpine descent or the quiet resilience of human experience, Chad’s photography invites viewers into a deeper, more reflective relationship with the world around them.

The Dal Schindell Gallery is located at Regent College, which sits on the traditional, ancestral, unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) First Nation.