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How to Use Narrative Photography to Captivate Audiences and Pitch Ideas
They say that a picture is worth a thousand words, and that’s even more true when it comes to narrative photography. In fact, narrative photography is a visually appealing form of brand storytelling, which has been proven to make...
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How To Plan a Photoshoot From Start to Finish
Planning a photo shoot can be relatively easy or it can be difficult, difficult, difficult. Through my years as a commercial photographer, I have planned a lot of photo shoots. I have put together a guide, to make it easier for anyone...
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Focusing on Fun and Excitement at Elements Casino
We are fortunate to be able to photograph a variety of exciting venues throughout the year, and help them promote their amazing businesses. One great example…
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Saving the Environment with Greenstone Building Products
Last summer I was able to work with a manufacturing company from Brandon, Manitoba. Greenstone Building Products manufactures ICE panels – a product that they describe as “a proactive approach to carbon neutral...
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Construction Photography: Photos That Build a Business
In an image-driven world, construction job-sites are a gold mine of opportunity: there are people, there are projects, and there is plenty of eye-catching
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Retail Photography for Tip Top Tailors
I recently photographed a newly renovated store for Tip Top Tailors. The goal was to show the off the new store to both new and existing customers.
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Construction Photography in Mississauga for Pomerleau
Over the past year I have photographed numerous construction sites for Pomerleau. In these construction photographs, I wanted to give a sense of the real people who work on these large building projects.
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Interior Photography for the Lighting Industry
A little while back I had the opportunity to photograph this interior space for an international lighting manufacturer. The idea was to show the lighting fixtures in each space, and the integral part of the office space itself. I...
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Core Logic: Photography of a Large Corporate Office
Core logic is a data driven company offering information for the property sector. Think information for real estate. I was tasked with photographing their new office in Toronto’s downtown core for Chameleon Business...
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Tempo Gas Station Photography : On Brand
Recently, I was commissioned to complete photographs of the new branding of Tempo gas stations in Southern Manitoba. The goal was to create images that really stood out to the consumer. Colorful, inviting images that represented the feel...
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Construction Photographs in Hamilton & Whitby
Today on the blog I am posting several photos from two different industrial photography shoots from Southern Ontario. Both of these construction site shoots…
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East Coast Landscape Photography
This week I am adding a few photos from a recent trip out to the east coast. I am posting a few of my favorite images. The bulk of these landscape photographs are from Peggys Cove in the early morning.
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Agriculture Photography from the Sky: Agricultural Drone Services
Agricultural or agriculture photography is something in a way I have always done. I grew up among the wheat fields of the Canadian Prairies, near a tiny town named
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Advertising Photography for York Support Services Network
I was asked to complete a photo campaign for YSSN back in March of this year. Here is what happened.
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Photographing a Large Medical Research Facility
We photographed a large medical research facility. Here are the images.
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Photographing the Toronto Skyline With a Nikon 300mm 2.8
I want to start off by saying the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II is a heck of lens. It’s sharp as a tack, looks fantastic and weigh, well a whole bunch. Now shooting Landscape photos or skylines with this perfect giant lens might...
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Stock Photography: Story of an Orange
Today we have a pretty simple shoot, peeling an orange from start to finish. These kinds of images are really important for the Hospitality Industry, like cookbooks recipes, growers and health & wellness.
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Corporate Photography for Canadian Pacific Railway
I had the pleasure of creating several corporate photographs for CPR. I really wanted to show the office environment in the portraits. Each individual was receiving a reward for their contributions to the company. I used additional studio...
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27 Photos of Cookies To Help Start Your Week Off Right
Who doesn’t like cookies? Here are 27 photos of cookies to start you week off right. Or at least buy more cookies.
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Northway Pharmacy Photography: Retail Experience
One of the areas I have really been encouraging our clients to look at is including several different types of photography into their shoots at one time. Usually our clients come to us when they need images for their website or print...
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Architectural Interiors for CBI / Perkopolis
It’s always a good time photographing commercial interiors.
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Editorial Photography for CDI College
There is so much anticipation and excitement leading up to graduation day. It is the culmination of students’ hard work and represents the beginning of the next chapter of their lives.
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Architectural Photography for Shouldice Stone
Ontario-based company Shouldice Designer Stone has specialized in architectural and residential stone for more than 70 years. The skilled team at Shouldice contributes to projects nationwide, providing...
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Bryce Canyon Landscape Photography: A Work of Art
Bryce Canyon is an amazing sight to see. It is one of those great places in the world that we all should see.
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EY Tower & L Building in Downtown Toronto
This architectural image of EY tower in Downtown Toronto was photographed at night for maximum impact.
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Standing On a Fertilizer Tank In The Middle of the Prairies for Agrico
There are only certain things you can learn on the ground. Sometimes as a photographer you have to climb you way to the top, literally.
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5 Toronto Skyline Pictures That You Should Use On Your Website
Looking for that perfect picture Toronto for your website? Here are five great pictures of Toronto that would be great on a website.
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How To Take Better Portrait Photographs Today
So you want to take better pictures of people? Well here are the steps to make that happen and take better pictures.
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Photo Hacks: 7 You Should Know
You can buy just about anything for photography. Use these photo hacks to keep your wallet or purse a little heavier.
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Lighting Difficult Architectural Store Interiors for Photography
Architectural interior photography is one of the most difficult photography disciplines. Here are some photography tips to get you through it.
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Overcome Barrel Distortion With These Simple Tips
Barrel distortion can ruin your photographs. Here is how you can stop that from happening and overcome barrel distortion.
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What Is the Perfect Shutter Speed
So what is the perfect shutter speed to shoot everything? The one speed that all cameras should only use. Well the truth is…
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Editorial Portraits for The Home Depot
In these editorial photographs for The Home Depot, it was important to emphasize space and a human connection.
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The Best Photo Editing Software Right Now
What is the best photo editing software today? Digital photography has made post processing an essential component to any shoot. I’ll tell you what works best.
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10 Things I’ve Learned: Artists, Sell More Art
Getting your work in galleries as an artist can be daunting for any artist. Here are some tips get your foot in the door with galleries.
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5 Years Later – Manfrotto Q2 L Bracket Review
5 years later the Manfrotto L Bracket hasn’t missed a step. See how I feel about it today.
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Photography in the Whiteshell
The Whiteshell Provincial Park is both a great place to visit and a great place for photography.
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How To Rejuvenate A City Through Art: Part One
The Downtown has been suffering for the last couple of decades. With the rise of suburbia, citizens flocked away from the downtown core. Art has been a driving force in…
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Our Best Advice to Use a Wide Angle Lens
Have you ever wondered the proper way to use a wide-angle lens? Well, I’m going to show you the best ways to get the best images.
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Support Your Local Camera Store
It is now more important than ever to support your local camera store. Here is why.