photo by Doug Lavender

I have spent many years working 'all sides of the coin' - from a large commercial photo studio in the 70's to the wholesale/retail photo equipment sales sector in the 80's. Despite my schooling and training in photography at Ryerson Polytechnical, I found that during those 'working' years, I grew further and further away until it became simply 'work'. Eventually I abandoned photography altogether.

So, after 20+ years, I felt it was time to resume my craft. As it happens that day came on August 25, 1995. I remember spending all that day perusing the shops for a suitable camera and returning that night with my new found tool. I've come full circle and after a very long hiatus I return to renew an old friendship.

As I grow older I find that many of the 'familiar things' in my life are either disappearing or passing on. The old adage "life's too short" is simply no longer a string of three insignificant words but instead has taken on another meaning for me.

Finally, I would like to extend my sincerest thanks to all those that have offered me technical guidance, encouragement, and spiritual support throughout my photographic endeavors. Where ever you may be, as close as a 20 minute drive or 'thousands' of miles away, I shall always be grateful.

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