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once upon a time in Toronto …

Toronto. In our journal, editor Bob Lansdale worked hard to present Canadian photographic history, often drowned out by the cacophony from across the border. While older Canadians learnt British history; younger ones through products, movies, magazines, TV, etc. learned about … Continue reading

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remembering Ted (1914-1994)

Toronto. When I joined the society in 1975, I met a charming person in Ted Shepherd. Ted sold me one of the first Leitz accessories I ever bought – a fancy B-C flash that connected to my M4. The following … Continue reading

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the real McCoy

Toronto. Well over a century ago publications had a choice of using words, sketches, coarse  half -tones, or real prints tipped in.  In issue 19-5, future editor Bob Lansdale wrote an article titled, “Real photo prints graced early Canadian Photographic … Continue reading

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the importance of connections …

Toronto. When Ev Roseborough took over as editor of Photographic Canadiana, we entered a new era. Ev’s vast network of fellow professional photographers  brought in many new members, some speakers, and a wealth of experience in the photographic industry. This … Continue reading

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a man from Texas

Toronto. John Alldredge was charter member number 8, joining the PHSC in early 1975. He served in a number of positions on the Toronto Branch Executive including President, Vice-President, and Treasurer. John assisted in the annual auction as a ‘gate-keeper’ … Continue reading

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tales from across the pond

Toronto. Our friends in Great Britain  sent along the latest issue of  The Photographic Collector’s Club of Great Britain (PCCGB) Tailboard (August 2024). We exchange newsletters with the  PCCGB – and the odd article. The camera you see (left). is … Continue reading

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some thoughts on collecting

Toronto. It is sometimes said one person’s junk is another’s treasure. John Naslanic, past president and editor for MiPHS, suggests this in an 1990 article titled, “Collecting: This is not a museum- this junk is for sale.” John’s article is … Continue reading

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It’s here! It’s here!

Toronto. After a lengthy hiatus, our latest newsletter has arrived!  It was distributed yesterday to all on our MailChimp list. It is also available here and on the NEWSLETTER menu item under Vol 23 (2024). Please welcome our new editor … Continue reading

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fingering the press

Toronto. An honourable branch of photography is news photography. While many news photographers work for a specific newspaper or agency, many are  free lance. Of the group, a small subset caters to shooting celebrities incessantly and trying to flog the … Continue reading

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exciting city life and death

Toronto. A news photographer led a hectic and dangerous job at times. We have seen many news photographers in Toronto, including our late editor Bob Lansdale and his wife Margaret. Bob mentioned to me at one time getting a shot … Continue reading

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