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Swann Gallery Auction of Photos

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Robert

Toronto. Daile Kaplan of Swann Auction Galleries in NYC sent me a note today advising me of an auction next month, Tuesday, October 25th, at 1:00 pm. This is a great opportunity to add to your image collection. The online … Continue reading →

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Camerama Show this Sunday

Posted on September 21, 2016 by Robert

Toronto. Gary Perry sent me a brief reminder that his next show takes place this Sunday the 25th at the usual location. Click the icon at left or here for details.

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PHSC Estate Auction, held Sunday, June 19th, 2016

Posted on June 13, 2016 by Robert

Toronto. We are now up to 174 lots including some darkroom gear and even microscopes! When the auction begins this Sunday, these and lots as yet not photographed will go under the hammer. Everyone is invited! Go here to see details … Continue reading →

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PHSC Newsletter 16-2

Posted on June 11, 2016 by Robert

Toronto. Another nifty newsletter opus by editor David Bridge. Two big events this month – Robert C Lansdale’s illustrated talk on the construction 40 years ago of the CN Tower, and our Estate Auction sale – are covered. My report on … Continue reading →

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6th Annual Trunk Sale

Posted on June 8, 2016 by Robert

Toronto. In memory of the late Larry Boccioletti, one of the three founders of the PHSC, we are hosting the sixth annual trunk sale  this July 17, 2016. Larry started out holding the sale in his back yard shortly after … Continue reading →

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Came for the history, stayed for the cameras

Posted on June 5, 2016 by Robert

Toronto. Our organization is often thought of as an History society – which it is. But it is a modern, up-to-date photographic organization as well. Many of its members and executive are professional photographers, both retired and active. While we … Continue reading →

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Early American Daguerreotype

Posted on May 27, 2016 by Robert

Toronto. I received an email courtesy of the Daguerreian Society this past week announcing a book and signing (earlier today) by author Sarah Kate Gillespie down in Washington D.C. The book sounds like it would be of interest to our … Continue reading →

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PHSC Spring Fair May 29, 2016

Posted on May 19, 2016 by Robert

Toronto. What is spring without a fair? The PHSC Spring fair is  Sunday, May 29, 2016 at the Trident Hall, 145 Evans Avenue just east of Islington Avenue in Toronto’s west end. Easy access by car and TTC. Click here or … Continue reading →

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PHSC Newsletter 15-11

Posted on April 16, 2016 by Robert

Toronto. This our second newsletter distributed by MailChimp. Using the wonders of technology, editor David Bridge is in Florida while completing this edition of our popular newsletter. We begin by announcing our April speaker, the interesting photographer and past speaker … Continue reading →

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Spring Camerama April 17, 2016

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Robert

Toronto. Member Gary Perry has announced his latest Camerama show will be held Sunday, April 17, 2016 at the Delta Toronto East Hotel. Click here or on the icon at left to see and print the latest poster for details. … Continue reading →

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