There’s a quiet magic in Dundas, Ontario—a town tucked at the edge of the Niagara Escarpment where tree-lined streets meet 19th-century brick storefronts. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to slow down, wander, and look closer. On this day, I wasn’t walking alone. I joined friends from Continue Reading
Preparing for Fall Photography
There’s something magical about documenting the fall season through photography where I live. The Southern Ontario area together with the the northeastern region of North America’s crisp mornings, golden afternoons, and blazing foliage create the kind of drama that feels tailor-made for film. Every year I find myself reaching for Continue Reading
A Little Time with the Pentax MZ-S
When I first picked up the Pentax MZ-S, I wasn’t sure what to expect. This was Pentax’s last serious film SLR, released in 2001 when the world was already pivoting toward digital. But after carrying it for a weekend plus or minus a few days… and running a few of Continue Reading
Testing the Nikon Z5ii
I finally took the plunge into mirrorless. I’ve been shooting DSLR’s forever (well SLR’s forever). I’ve shot all of the Nikon DSLR line up over the years and have been shooting a D4 since it was launched in 2012. This workhorse has never let me down! I’ve had a few Continue Reading
Milton Photo Club Photowalk
Some images from the Milton Photography and Art Club photowalk! Are you interested in learning more about photography, are you an experienced photographer who wants to share what you know? Come on out to a meeting and check it out! Photographers of all skill levels are welcome! https://www.miltonphotoclub.com/
Long Exposure Photography
Have you tried long exposure photography? Do you ant to create some mystery, drama and an ethereal feel to your images? When shooting film we need to consider reciprocity failure. When we first learn about photography, we’re taught to control camera shake and to use the fastest shutter speeds available Continue Reading
Shooting Infrared Film
I love infrared photography (IR). When done right, will get you some dramatic images. IR is a unique form of photography, that allows you to produce some “other worldly” like images. IR requires you to step a little out of your comfort zone. This post will provide a basic understanding Continue Reading
Long Exposure Winter Landscapes
Sometimes long dreary winter days can really bring you down… I get it…. However, as a photographer I see days like that as opportunities. Opportunities where conditions for certain styles of images are ideal. I think these are best days to capture some black and white images with some sense Continue Reading
Winter Landscapes on Slide Film
Some winter landscapes from last weekend. Shot on the incredible Fuji GX680iii. Fuji Provia 100 at box. Developed using Jobo process with Unicolor Rapid E-6 from our good friend Jacques at www.argentix.ca.
Local Milton Photowalk
A few images from Rotary Park in Milton. Earlier in the summer when fellow TFSM member Renal Ok was in town for a visit! Fuji Pro400H at box, shot on a Fuji GSW690II. Thanks to the great folks at https://burlingtoncamera.com/ for souping these for me!