Calla Spike, 2008.
Edition Size 10. Image Size 12 x 20. Framed Size 22 x 29.

Spring is a time to rejuvenate; a time to make a fresh start! Are you looking at updating your home or office decor? Adding a new piece of artwork is always an affordable option.

At my Contact exhibition at the Gladstone Hotel, I am releasing some fabulous work shot around Colonel Samuel Smith Park in Toronto's West End. In addition, I have a wide selection of other work spanning a broad range of subjects (landscape, floral, still life, urban, etc).

I enjoy creating artwork that spans a broad spectrum of subjects. When you shoot in a studio, you need to compose in front of the camera. You have to ask yourself, 'what do you want to say'. Whereas, when you shoot in the field, you compose from behind the camera. You use what is presented to you to make the statement. Because of the different approaches, it has allowed me to further develop my artistic style.

I select subjects for my artwork because there is a personal interest or connection. Then, I look at what dimensions, such as clouds and shadows, I can add to the picture that will create a unique feeling or emotion that will capture your interest.

Next Exhibition

	May 2009 Contact 2009 Toronto Photography Festival
	EXPOSED: Innovation, Transformation, Revolution Group Exhibitions, Gladstone Hotel Toronto, Ontario Opening Reception: May 7, 2009, 7 pm to 10 pm Exhibition: Friday, May 8, 2009 to Sunday, May 31, 2009, 12 pm to 5 pm daily w - contactphoto.com w - gladstonehotel.com

This is my seventh consecutive Contact exhibition. I call my 2009 Contact Exhibition 'Preserving the Past for Today". It is an extension of my 2008 Contact exhibition where I explored the gentrification of Toronto's urban landscape. This exhibit presents a view of the Lakeshore Psychiatric Hospital and how the old world charm of the 19th century buildings have been retained and at the same time put to a productive use. It is now a great public space for Toronto. I am excited to release twelve fabulous pieces of artwork that I have created this Spring. I am introducing several pieces in a square format. You can view all the artwork on the Urban Page of the website.

For a list of photographers exhibiting at the Gladstone show, please click here (*.pdf format).

Besides the opening night, I will be at the Gladstone Hotel with my portfolio every Friday, Saturday and Sunday with the exception of May 15th. I look forward to talking with you.

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Upcoming Exhibitions

	June 2009 Beaches Arts & Crafts Show
	Kew Gardens Park Toronto, Ontario June 13 - 14, 2009 website - click here
	October 2009 One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale
	Vancouver Vancouver Convention Centre Vancouver, BC October 8 - 11, 2009 website - click here
	November 2009 One of a Kind Show
	Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place Toronto, Ontario November 26 - December 6, 2009 website - click here
	December 2009 One of a Kind Show and Sale
	Chicago The Merchandise Mart Chicago, IL December 3 - 6, 2009 website - click here
	December 2009 One of a Kind Show and Sale NYC
	Pier 94 New York City, NY December 11 - 13, 2009 Preview Night, December 10, 2009 website - click here