My life isn’t a constant series of adventures. In fact, most of the photos I produce are evidence of fairly regular and quiet existence. This category is for photos where an essay is too much, and a paragraph or couple sentences will suffice. Enjoy!
Two friends and I arranged for a late-afternoon photo jaunt through the core of Toronto on Victoria Day. Since restrictions can breed creativity, I forced myself to use a single lens throughout the outing, my seldom-used Canon TS‑E 17mm f/4 L. It’s some or all of the following: niche, exotic, finicky, bulky, and restrictive. It’s … Read more
Recently, after a two-month absence, I drove north to visit my parents. They live on the shore of Lake Simcoe, which typically freezes over each winter. I’ve taken many photos of the lake from the vantage point of their home and the surrounding area over the years, but always from ground level. This time, I … Read more
This winter has been unusually cold and snowy, at least compared to the trends of the past ten years. I’m not ashamed to admit my preference for winters that lean milder and drier, meaning not snowy. Snowy landscapes are scenic, beautiful, and often nostalgic. Snowy cityscapes can be those things, too, but only for a … Read more
Not every adventure requires travel—some come to you. Yesterday, while I was writing my previous entry about my first solo overnight camping trip last August, the northern portion of what American media—specifically The Weather Channel—were calling Winter Storm Fern dumped between 40 and 60 cm of snow over Toronto. Canadian media don’t have the habit … Read more
An aerial photo of the Vanguard Boaters Association, viewed from above Ashbridges Bay during sunset. Toronto. 18 July 2025.
