Author Archives: Robert

did ya hear da news ….

Posted on July 7, 2022 by Robert

Toronto. Well the Ontario election is over. A bit underwhelming all in all, but Dougie is back in power and the Trident Hall is open for business once again. Our FALL FAIR – THE BIG ONE – is on Saturday, … Continue reading →

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PHSC Trunk Sale July 16, 2022

Posted on July 6, 2022 by Robert

Our Annual Outdoor Trunk Sale at Trident Hall this year is on SATURDAY, July 16th, 2022 from 8am until Noon. Vendors – call Clint (see poster below) to reserve a spot! Need more information? Email fair@phsc.ca or info@phsc.ca! Use this … Continue reading →

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last call

Posted on July 5, 2022 by Robert

Toronto. Twenty years ago this month was the last time I ever shot film. I used Kodak colour negative film with a rating of ASA 800 – an amazing speed at the time. The film was used during a trip … Continue reading →

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in pursuit of colour

Posted on July 4, 2022 by Robert

Toronto. A Happy July 4th to our American friends! Here’s to a super year down south! Colour photography is an interesting  topic. Those of us who form the smart phone brigade, are used to colour as a norm and black … Continue reading →

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minute men

Posted on July 3, 2022 by Robert

Toronto. Old P.T. was tagged as saying, “There’s a sucker born every minute“. If not, how could the old Popular Mechanics ads attract anyone? Take for example this October, 1934 advertisement they ran aimed at all wannabe photographers: For a … Continue reading →

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In the Wake of Progress

Posted on July 2, 2022 by Robert

Toronto.  I first saw/heard about the work of Edward Burtynsky when his 2006 movie called, “Manufactured Landscapes” was shown that fall at TIFF. The film was introduced by its director, Jennifer Baichwal. Between a ticket mess-up and volunteers who were … Continue reading →

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a Kodak challenge in 1934

Posted on July 1, 2022 by Robert

Toronto.  This challenge may simply spark curiosity or indifference with the smart phone crowd, who shoot full colour indoors and out; be it sunny or gloomy; on subjects close and far (and all things in-between) then casually send the best … Continue reading →

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national (USA) camera day

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Robert

Toronto. For a price, Kovels will gladly show you the latest prices for antiques – including those of a photographic nature. Yesterday, June 29th, was known down south as ‘National Camera Day‘ and celebrated as such by Kovels. As far … Continue reading →

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summer in the city

Posted on June 29, 2022 by Robert

Toronto. Editor Rita Godlevskis just keeps on creating these wonderful issues! Great work Ms Godlevskis! Rita is the person in charge (editor) at PhotoEd magazine. Take a few minutes and browse all the amazing talent on display. There is both … Continue reading →

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all aboard the gravy train …

Posted on June 28, 2022 by Robert

Toronto. In September of 1941, America had not yet joined in the War in Europe that had been underway for two years, in spite of Churchill’s pleadings and the US President’s empathy. The loss of German cameras to America seemed … Continue reading →

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