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Eaton's on Yonge at College   March 5, 1930 vs 2018                                                                                                                                                                                   City of Toronto Archives, File 1266, Item 19440

At one time various department stores existed, dotting the downtown core. Most have been replaced by business towers while others have been repurposed. Retaining a style of architecture that would never be recreated nowadays.

City of Toronto Archives, Fonds 1244, Item 1157

Whether you were born and raised in Toronto or are relatively new to this sprawling city, there is much to discover.

Where to begin?

I’ll start with a bit about my own history and the path that led me to create Present Past. Then I’ll share a few sources I’ve found along the way. 

MEDIUMS - How do I Display my Photographic Artwork?

When choosing the medium for photographic artwork there are many options available.  I would like to discuss them to get you better acquainted.

Memories of Maple Leaf Gardens

I was born a year after the Leafs won their last Stanley Cup. Growing up I didn’t get the chance to see the Leafs there. My dad wasn’t much for sports so it wasn’t an option. I didn’t know what it was like so I had no idea what I was missing. 

14 Fun Facts About the Trevi Fountain

The Trevi Fountain design is a result of a competition organized in 1730 by Pope Clement XII. Initially awarded to Alessandro Galilei, a Florentine. Public outcry against Galilei caused the commission to be awarded Nicola Salvi. Work began on the fountain in 1732 and was completed in 1762.

Have you ever taken a closer look at something and wondered if there was more to see? A hidden meaning, symbolism that encapsulates so much more than what’s at the surface. This is not lost when looking at the gondolas in Venice.

Warmer weather has arrived and so has show season. Artists have been hard at work creating new pieces to share and now is the time for you to see and appreciate. Consider visiting any one of the shows, you may discover a new find. 

City of Toronto Archives, Fonds 1244, Item 7361

Present Past is a dynamic approach to a rephotographic survey.

The City of Toronto has gone through many changes over the years. Certain buildings have stood the test of time and are dwarfed by the towers that surround them. Others have disappeared altogether. This series includes both to show the ever-changing face of the City of Toronto.

As the summer keeps moving more Art Fairs & Shows are added. 

Artwork from Ezio Photo will be on display at various events around southwestern Ontario including Picton, North York and Sarnia. 

As the summer moves forward more reasons to explore the parks and great outdoors for art arise. If you haven't made plans yet for your Canada Day long weekend set aside some time to come and explore. Artfest Kingston has so much to offer over the three day event. 

As warmer weather approaches so do many opportunities to view art in parks and other outdoor venues.

When shooting a series there are times when I have a visual treatment in mind but there are sometimes when things evolve later. This series is a testament to a creative evolution that happened when looking at all the parts and seeing something I hadn't before.

When you decide to travel outside of an all-inclusive holiday destination you are exposed to a different mix of people. Everyone who is traveling from far and near as well as locals all cross paths. We are told to be mindful and aware of everyone and everything that is around us, be cautious. This does not mean to live in a bubble excluding the experiences of others.