Author Topic: Stephen Strathdee aka sharply_done RIP (Read 23277 times)

PeterChigmaroff · « **on:** December 18, 2012, 13:08 »

A friend got me this news this morning. Very very sad. I knew Stephen a little bit and we would email back and forth on many topics. We had chance to go flying and doing aerial photography together once.

Stephen Strathdee passed away suddenly on Friday December 14 while skiing in Whistler's Harmony Bowl.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/seawallrunner/8283084178/#

I added this shot of Stephen and I back in 2009. Him at the controls of trusty FHTI 1966 C-172.

suemack · « **Reply #1 on:** December 18, 2012, 13:13 »

Very sad news. My condolences to his family and friends.

Graffoto · « **Reply #2 on:** December 18, 2012, 13:13 »

Very sad. Thank you for letting us all know.

RacePhoto · « **Reply #3 on:** December 18, 2012, 13:16 »

Wow that sucks. He was fun and interesting. Only 51

Karimala · « **Reply #4 on:** December 18, 2012, 13:26 »

OMG. We became long distance friends early in our microstock careers over at another forum. I'm really gonna miss him. RIP dear Stephen. :'-(

ShadySue · « **Reply #5 on:** December 18, 2012, 13:30 »

Sorry to read this.
Condolences to his family and friends.

PaulieWalnuts · « **Reply #6 on:** December 18, 2012, 13:33 »

RIP Stephen. That sucks. He was one of the first people who gave me good advice when I first got started in stock. I never had a chance to return his kindness.

luissantos84 · « **Reply #7 on:** December 18, 2012, 13:49 »

Quote from: luissantos84 on September 19, 2010, 16:47

but I can tell you that reaching sharply ain't easy... (I am not talking about the niche but the HIGH quality photos he can deliver..)

I believe I have never talked with Stephen apart from small notes here in MSG forum, I can say that I have always admired his work, one of the best! for sure he was a great man outside photography too, sad to hear this. Condolences to his family and friends!

sharpshot · « **Reply #8 on:** December 18, 2012, 13:55 »

I was really shocked when I read this sad news. I've missed his posts here, he hasn't posted much since going exclusive. I had a good look at his portfolio this week, always thought his work was great. My condolences to his family.

leaf · « **Reply #9 on:** December 18, 2012, 14:07 »

Very sad news. Best wishes to his friends and family who have lost a loved one far to young.

For reference here's his port. and user acct here.
http://www.microstockgroup.com/profile/?u=524
http://www.istockphoto.com/user_view.php?id=1212762

Pixart · « **Reply #10 on:** December 18, 2012, 14:14 »

I loved that dude, oh so sad. Sharply was kind and witty and was a bit of a mentor to a lot of us back in the early days. I really admired him. Did you know he was a twin, that's why his avatar was only half of Stephen. I would love to send my condolences to his brother and his son.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/sharply_done/

lisafx · « **Reply #11 on:** December 18, 2012, 14:26 »

Oh, this is so sad! He was a great guy and I very much enjoyed his postings and what personal correspondence we did have occasionally. My condolences to his family and close friends.

Thanks for posting this Zeus.

lbarn · « **Reply #12 on:** December 18, 2012, 14:27 »

Sad news indeed. He always had a great collection of aviation themed images, that I admired greatly.

ShadySue · « **Reply #13 on:** December 18, 2012, 14:28 »

Fantastic port!

rubyroo · « **Reply #14 on:** December 18, 2012, 14:42 »

I am so sorry to hear this. I remember him from my early days here and always enjoyed reading his posts. He looked and seemed a very strong and free spirit. So sorry for all who knew him well and were close to him. RIP.

Oldhand · « **Reply #15 on:** December 18, 2012, 14:54 »

I knew of him - sad loss, looks a smashing person. Many condolences to his family- Oldhand

gostwyck · « **Reply #16 on:** December 18, 2012, 15:30 »

Sorry to read this terrible news. Sharps' was a good bloke and a highly-valued member of this community. Although admittedly he and I didn't always see eye-to-eye on some issues in the past, I very much respected the way he articulated his opinions and was disappointed when he chose exclusivity and consequently rarely posted here. His legacy to photography will undoubtedly be his superb portfolio. Terrible shame.

gostwyck · « **Reply #17 on:** December 18, 2012, 15:38 »

Interesting interview with Stephen from back in 2007;

http://www.crestock.com/blog/interviews/snowshoes-and-hot-tea-38.aspx

runamock · « **Reply #18 on:** December 18, 2012, 17:02 »

Very sorry to hear the news, I'd like to add my condolences to Stephen's family.

Snufkin · « **Reply #19 on:** December 18, 2012, 17:13 »

Very sad news indeed. My condolences to the family.

We were contacts on flickr. I was a big fan of Stephen's aviation images.

cathyslife · « **Reply #20 on:** December 18, 2012, 17:39 »

My condolences to his family and friends.

fotografer · « **Reply #21 on:** December 18, 2012, 17:58 »

So sorry to hear the sad news. We spoke a bit in site mails a few years back and his posts were always interesting.

Microstock Posts · « **Reply #22 on:** December 18, 2012, 23:25 »

Quote from: sharpshot on December 18, 2012, 13:55

I've missed his posts here, he hasn't posted much since going exclusive.

I've also missed reading his posts. It must have been a couple of years since he was posting regularly on msg. RIP Stephen, you will be missed by many!

elvinstar · « **Reply #23 on:** December 18, 2012, 23:47 »

Definitely a loss to everyone that he'd touched over the years. My sincere condolences.

EmberMike · « **Reply #24 on:** December 18, 2012, 23:56 »

Oh man. Very sad news, sorry to hear this.

grafix04 · « **Reply #25 on:** December 19, 2012, 00:20 »

Terrible news. I always enjoyed reading his posts over the years and wondered where he disappeared to. He was very intelligent, straight up and to the point and a great talent.

Condolences to his family and friends.

ann · « **Reply #26 on:** December 19, 2012, 01:11 »

Such terribly sad news about Stephen Strathdee, sharply_done, and he was so young!

I enjoyed his posts, and send hugs to his family and friends.

Thank you, Zeus, for sharing the news, and thanks leaf for posting the links.
- Ann

loop · « **Reply #27 on:** December 19, 2012, 08:50 »

Very sad. It was a master as a photographer and a respected voice here. My condolences to his family and friends.

cobalt · « **Reply #28 on:** December 19, 2012, 08:57 »

What sad news! He will be very missed in the stock community. My condolences to his family and friends.

click_click · « **Reply #29 on:** December 19, 2012, 10:29 »

Sad news. He was a great photographer. Condolences to his family.

m@m · « **Reply #30 on:** December 19, 2012, 10:35 »

What a shame, You'll be sincerely missed sharply...My condolences to his family and friends.

Jo Ann Snover · « **Reply #31 on:** December 19, 2012, 12:20 »

How very sad. My sympathies to family and friends

RT · « **Reply #32 on:** December 19, 2012, 12:33 »

Had a few good exchanges with him in the early days, nice guy and I was sorry to hear the news.

Smiling Jack · « **Reply #33 on:** December 19, 2012, 17:24 »

I was originally drawn to Stephens posts on MSG because of his interest in aviation. However. I soon discovered that not only where his photos "sharply _done" but his opinions and help in his post "sharply_done" and laced with good old commen sense
A sad loss
Smiling Jack

Ed · « **Reply #34 on:** December 19, 2012, 19:13 »

Very sad. I remember seeing his portfolio when he first joined Dreamstime many years ago....and all of the airplane images that were coming through. My condolences to his family and friends.

madelaide · « **Reply #35 on:** December 20, 2012, 04:54 »

Wow, I only saw this thread now. I'm astonished. Very bright person, I loved his observations.

tdoes · « **Reply #36 on:** December 20, 2012, 10:57 »

My condolences goes out to his family and friends!

fotografer · « **Reply #37 on:** December 20, 2012, 11:26 »

I feel sad everytime I see this thread

gbalex · « **Reply #38 on:** December 20, 2012, 22:37 »

Sad sad news for everyone who knew Stephen or his work.

That said I hope that when I leave this earth, I will be granted the grace to follow Stephens wise lead by spending my last moments in natures living room enjoying the activities that make life worth living for me.

Kone · « **Reply #39 on:** December 20, 2012, 23:36 »

Very sad. My sympathies to his family

Kone

cdwheatley · « **Reply #40 on:** December 21, 2012, 09:13 »

Very sad news. We've been emailing back and forth for years. I always looked forward to hearing from him. He was such a talented smart guy and always willing to go out of his way to help out with just about anything. I loved his attitude of work less and play more. Through his talent he was able to live that lifestyle. He always got excited right around skiing season. He will be missed. My deepest sympathies to his family, especially his son Cameron whom he spoke of often.

Mellimage · « **Reply #41 on:** December 21, 2012, 15:25 »

Strathdee Clan · « **Reply #42 on:** December 27, 2012, 22:37 »

Apologies for the lateness of this post. We were unaware that this thread existed until recently. Thank you to everyone who posted for your kind words about Steve. He was indeed kind, smart, interesting, witty and talented. He was a great brother, son, friend and most importantly, father. Always willing to go the extra mile for anyone. He was the type of guy that you could have any type of conversation with and it would be stimulating and humourous. He was fun to be around, we had many good nights around the campfire on our annual summer camping trips with Steve and Cameron. No one knew where the conversation would lead and that was part of the joy of being with such a great guy. He touched many people's lives with his enthusiasm and love of life. As you noted in your posts, we are all better people for having known such a fine human being. His spirit will live on in our hearts and guide us in our lives. Be happy Steve, be free.....
Sincerely,

Stephen Strathdee's Family

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