Author Archives: Robert

cut ups

Posted on April 5, 2026 by Robert

Toronto. Camera collectors sometimes collect various odds and ends related to cameras such as plate and film holders. When film evolved late in the 1800s, for a time film rolls and film holders overlapped. Using a thicker base, cut (sheet) … Continue reading →

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it’s magic …

Posted on April 4, 2026 by Robert

Toronto. It seems appropriate to put Dr Robert Wilson’s book review on our site as the Magic Lantern Society is holding its “21st International Convention” here in Toronto at the Black Creek Pioneer Village this April 24-26th. I bought my … Continue reading →

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strummin’

Posted on April 3, 2026 by Robert

Toronto. Image collectors seem like a gregarious bunch, and no wonder. Many antique stores, junk shops, flea markets, fairs, auction houses, etc. seem to carry old photos which may suit their collection. Greg French down New England way is a … Continue reading →

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Photographic Canadiana 51-3

Posted on April 2, 2026 by Robert

Toronto. Editors David Bridge and Louise Freyburger have issued Photographic Canadiana 51-3 to members in pdf format via a MailChimp notification. The issue contains a number of well researched and illustrated articles – “Photographers, Retailers, and Manufacturers: The Toronto Photographic … Continue reading →

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A dfferent Petzval lens

Posted on April 1, 2026 by Robert

Toronto. The late Willi Nassau talks about a special lens in his collection in the issue 27-2 column, “A Treasure From My Collection”. Willi was a long time PHSC member, WLU lecturer on photography, and a close friend of the … Continue reading →

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digital 3D c2001

Posted on March 31, 2026 by Robert

Toronto. Long time members of the PHSC can recall  Stan White and his passion for 3D. Over the years Stan was much involved with the PHSC in various executive capacities as well as being a periodic speaker. Stan was a … Continue reading →

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the progress of filmless …

Posted on March 30, 2026 by Robert

Toronto. In mid 2001, member George Dunbar downed his copyright interests and investigated what was to become the digital revolution. George wrote his article titled, “The Progress of Filmless …” for publication in issue 27-2 of the journal. Many of … Continue reading →

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its a digital time after all …

Posted on March 29, 2026 by Robert

Toronto. In the fall of 2001 we recognized the potential impact of digital technology with the devotion of almost all of issue 27-2 to this new technology. Probably to the surprise of many folk today, the initial impact was digital … Continue reading →

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Copy That II

Posted on March 28, 2026 by Robert

Toronto. Did you ever wonder about the old photos in your collection? Or what rights you have to what you believe is your (or someone’s) IP (Intellectual Property)? If so, you may enjoy this online session on April 9th sponsored … Continue reading →

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can she bake a cherry pie …

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Robert

Toronto. Mike Lehr in New Jersey announced his latest auction (online) starts March 28th. The auction of old photos is called, “March 2026 Unreserved Photo Auction — Curiosities, Performers & Vernacular Photography“. Click on the link at left to register … Continue reading →

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