Steve Van Vlaenderen's "Vanishing Wheels"
Dedicated to those living with Parkinson’s Disease
A Special Note from Steve:
The Special Edition hard copy of our book Vanishing Wheels is now available. This collection of photographic stories is part of my ongoing journey to raise awareness and support for Parkinson Disease, a condition that touches my life and the lives of more than 100,000 people across Canada.
I still have copies available that can be purchased online directly from Darlene and me. If you would like your copy signed, simply include a note with your order and we will be happy to personalize it before shipping it to you.
Vanishing Wheels is also available at all three McNally Robinson locations for anyone who prefers to pick up a copy in person.
Thank you for your continued support of Vanishing Wheels and Parkinson Canada.
Order your copy of Vanishing Wheels
Vanishing Wheels is Steve Van Vlaenderen’s photographic homage to vehicles resting in what may be their final places. Found in fields, tucked behind barns, or slowly being reclaimed by foliage, these vehicles carry stories that speak to our past, our progress, and the people we have become. Through his lens, Steve brings these vanishing wheels back into the light and preserves them as a celebration of history, character, and craftsmanship.
This beautifully written and illustrated 125-page book also serves a deeper purpose. Proceeds from every sale are donated to Parkinson Canada to support research and awareness for the disease that Steve lives with every day.
Copies are available directly from Steve and Darlene through our online ordering option, and can also be found at all three McNally Robinson locations.
If you prefer to order directly, you can email Steve and Darlene and send an e-transfer. They offer personal delivery within Winnipeg.
Exciting News
Steve Van Vlaenderen Vanishing Wheels is Available at McNally Robinson Booksellers.
Available at:
Grant Park, The Forks Market and in Saskatoon SK
Our Special Edition hard copy of Vanishing Wheels, created in support of Parkinson Canada, is available at all three McNally Robinson Booksellers locations. You can find it at Grant Park Mall in Winnipeg, The Forks Market in Winnipeg, and at the Saskatoon location on 8th Street.
Visit the McNally Robinson website or stop by and Pick up your copy today!
Thank you for supporting Vanishing Wheels and helping us continue to raise awareness for Parkinson Disease.
Watch Steve and Darlene as they were featured on CTV Winnipeg Morning Live on April 26, 2024.
*Video courtesy of CTV Winnipeg
On January 25th 2024 Steve and Darlene were in Moose Jaw Saskatchewan to photograph a historic vehicle known as "The Derby".
Read the two interviews from the local media in Moose Jaw.
Read the Parkinson Canada Blog Post: The Perfect Father's Day Gift 2023
Steve Van Vlaenderen's "Vanishing Wheels" was featured on May 18th 2023 on the Parkinson Canada website as a gift that celebrates change, renewal and hope. Read the article from the link below and learn more about how Steve Van Vlaenderen continues to support the cause to fund research to find the cure for Parkinson's Disease.
Minnedosa Regional Library
May 6, 2023
We had a wonderful turnout from many people that came out to meet Steve Van Vlaenderen author and photographer of the photobook "Vanishing Wheels".
If you would like to watch the reading of the Introduction from the photobook please watch the video courtesy of Dave Burba and the Road Rebels.
Proceeds from the sale of the book will be donated to Parkinson Canada to fund research to find a cure for Parkinson's Disease, with which Steve himself lives.
Thank you to all who came out for your support of "Vanishing Wheels" and Parkinson Canada.
Thank you to the Road Rebels
Darlene and I would like to thank the Road Rebels Car Club of Brandon for all their support of “Vanishing Wheels” at my book launch prior to Trivia Night, February 25,2023 at the Ukrainian Reading Hall. The response was overwhelming. It was a real pleasure meeting everyone and sharing stories.
Our Special thanks goes out to Dave Burba, who once again went “above and beyond” to promote our book signing and ensure that the stories of these old vehicles are not forgotten.
Steve Van Vlaenderen
Author & Photographer
The Road Rebels can be found on their Facebook Page.
Some of my Photos
About Steve Van Vlaenderen
Steve Van Vlaenderen was involved in car racing in his 20s and 30s and has always loved cars. To him, the automobile is a triumph of the human spirit and its drive to create and to connect. So it’s no surprise he combined his passion for cars with his love of photography when confronted with the question of “What to do now?” when the Covid-19 pandemic and, later, advancing symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease, curtailed his continuing work on the passion project he had created – Sail on with Parkinson’s – an endeavor which saw Van Vlaenderen and his partner Darlene sail their 31 foot Niagara sloop Cloud on the open waters of the Great Lakes to raise awareness for the disease. Van Vlaenderen shifted gears and channeled his enduring drive into a new mantra: “no matter what.” Vanishing Wheels was born.
Proceeds to: Parkinson Canada
Vanishing Wheels is committed to raising the voice of people affected by Parkinson's through advocacy efforts focused on improving care.
We are also committed to collaborating and partnering to drive research innovation with the hope of finding new treatment and ultimately a cure.
NO MATTER WHAT!
