Exploring the Wither Hills in Marlborough, New Zealand

November 10, 2019

In the small city of Blenheim in the province of Marlborough, New Zealand are the Wither Hills.

Photo Essay- Exploring the Cataract Gorge- Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.

February 24, 2019

For about the past month I’ve been exploring Australia. Right now I am in Tasmania which I believe is the prettiest state in Australia.

In the city of Launceston, in the state of Tasmania is the Cataract Gorge. A short hike but some amazing views.

Spain, Morocco and Portugal

September 19, 2017

I was lucky to recently travel to and do a tour of Spain, Morocco and Portugal. Here are some of the photos I took while on my trip.

Barclona didn't have any beaches until the 1992 Olympics. They are now considered some of the best in the world.

The Sagrada Familia. Still being built today.

Taken with my phone. A sunset in Porto, Portugal

Not there anymore. A memorial for the Barcelona terrorist attacks last month.

Photos from Around Canada- Toronto Photographer

July 01, 2017

In celebration of Canada's 150th birthday here are some pictures I have taken around Canada over the years

Thunderbrook Falls in Grand Falls Windsor Newfoundland

Summer time Picnic Fun- Toronto Photographer

June 26, 2017

I had the privilege of shooting a picnic this past weekend. There was lots of fun to be had. There were lots of games and activities, Bouncy castle, bean bag throw, baseball games, wheelbarrow races and a water balloon toss that eventually turned into a water balloon fight!

Obliviously there had to be food at a picnic. What better than snow cones!

Getting Games Set Up

The Water Balloons Where Definitely the Biggest Hit.

Some got a little wet when they caught their water balloon.

It quickly evovlved into a water balloon fight!

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Tips for Better Portraits- Toronto Photographer

June 16, 2017

Taking portraits can be difficult. When people get in front of the camera they can stiffen up and freeze. Often smiles can look forced on unnatural. Here are a few tips to getting better portraits with whatever camera you have.

Engage in Conversation

Asking couples things like "think about the first time you met" or "think of the most romantic thing the other person did for you". This will bring out natural smiles and expressions you would never get telling them to "say cheese".

Be Aware of Your Background

Watch out for things like trees or poles sticking out of peoples heads that often don't get noticed until you develop the photo.

Know Your Subject

Knowing what kind of people they are you are able to better communicate with them. This gives you a better idea when directing them.

Have Fun!

Sometimes the best pictures of people are not the stand in a row and look at the camera photos. Have a family do something fun together and get more semi candid photos. Play tag, kick around a soccer ball, have a family water fight or throw a football around. Let the kids be kids. After all your fondest memories with you family is probably not wearing matching outfits being lined up tallest to shortest.

First Wedding Shoot- Toronto Photographer

July 11, 2016

On the first weekend of July I was privileged to shoot my very first wedding! It was at the beautiful Country Heritage Park in Milton Ontario

You have to take some fun and silly photos during your wedding.

2016 Photo Project- Best of February

March 09, 2016

February was crazy month weather wise. Freezing cold followed by spring like weather.

Photo 366 Project- Best of January

February 03, 2016

I decided that in 2016 I would try and take a photo everyday. Only rule is it has to be a photo. Can be taken with a DSLR, point and shoot or even a phone. Would fore me to be more creative and exercise my camera skills. Here are the best of January.

Squirrel on a snowy day in Montreal. January 6th.

Duck flying though the air. January 19th

Padlocks in the Distillery District of Toronto. January 14th.

Water splashing up on rocks in Long Branch Park, Toronto. January 25th.

Some Scenes of Montreal

January 09, 2016

Went to Montreal for a quick trip at Christmas. Here are a few photos I thought I would share.

French stop sign. Interesting fact is Quebec is one of the only places where the term Arret is used on these signs. Even in France the signs say stop.

Squirrel enjoying winter in Mount Royal Park.

The Photo that Started it All

December 19, 2015

I have also loved taking photos. When I was young my aunt had a toy camera that I played with so much she eventually gave to me. A few years later my parents got me a 110 film camera for Christmas. It was this photo that I took on a trip to New Zealand though that made me want to get more into photography. I took it with a simple point and shoot camera but there was something about it that I really liked. So when I got home I purchased my first DSLR and signed up for a photography class.