Category Archives: fair

London Vintage Film Camera Show

Posted on March 26, 2019 by Robert

Toronto. One of the better shows west of here is the London Vintage Film Camera Show. Just a couple of hours away by car on the 401, the next show is in a few weeks on Sunday, April 14th from … Continue reading →

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a fair deal

Posted on March 25, 2019 by Robert

Toronto. From the very start of our society, we held fairs. Initially to allow members more access to rarities, and later to also augment our treasury since the fairs provided steady revenue allowing us to bring in speakers while keeping … Continue reading →

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those three legged thingies

Posted on March 11, 2019 by Robert

Toronto. Tripods predate photography. All of the 19th century and into the 20th century the sensitive media (paper, glass plates, and film) were too slow for hand held shots – until near the end of this period when bright sunlight … Continue reading →

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56th Bièvres International Photo Fair

Posted on March 1, 2019 by Robert

Toronto. Each year an international photo fair is held at Bièvres, France. This year the fair will be held on June 1, 2. A couple of our members attended years ago in 2011. If you happen to find yourself in … Continue reading →

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Toronto’s Vintage Show March 2 & 3 2019

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Robert

Toronto. The Toronto Vintage Show is held in the Enercare Centre building at the CNE grounds the 2nd and 3rd of March. While the offerings are quite eclectic vintage items, you may find an old book, a magazine, a camera … Continue reading →

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the PHSC spring photographica-fair

Posted on February 23, 2019 by Robert

Toronto. What are you doing May 26th? I’ll be going to the PHSC ‘s spring camera show at the Trident Hall on the south east corner of Islington and Evans. Easy access by car or the red rocket. Admission at … Continue reading →

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Camerama March 3rd 2019

Posted on February 10, 2019 by Robert

Toronto. My friend and fellow PHSC member Gary Perry emailed me Friday that his next Camerama show is the first Sunday in March. He had a good turnout last month so if you need to get some goodies drop in … Continue reading →

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feel like going to Vancouver?

Posted on January 23, 2019 by Robert

Toronto. Tonchi Martinic out on the west coast  sent me an email announcing the next Vancouver camera show this April 28th. Tonchi writes, “Dear sisters and brothers in the camera collecting community, I am happy to announce that April 28th marks … Continue reading →

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whatcha doin’ Sunday the 20th?

Posted on January 13, 2019 by Robert

Toronto, Well then, go and see CAMERAMA! Gary’s first show of the year will feature lots of collectible and usable cameras and lenses, etc. Shake off the winter blahs and see what you can do to augment your collection or … Continue reading →

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Camerama Jan 20, 2019

Posted on December 22, 2018 by Robert

Toronto. My friend Gary Perry dropped me a note the other day to say his latest Camerama show is set for January 20th, 2019 at the usual location. Click on the thumbnail at left to see the show poster and … Continue reading →

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