Toronto Island History Photo Walk and Light Painting Demo with Tdot Shots on July 5, 2025

Welcome. We are celebrating Tdot Shots 7th anniversary and invite you to join us for a special photo walk and night photography light painting demo on July 5 (rain date July 12).

Our event coodinator and guide, Mike Simpson will lead us on a photo walk tour which explores the history of Toronto  Island. We journey from Hanlan’s point to Centre Island, taking in wild beaches, the historic lighthouse, the pier and other sites from the island’s fascinating history.

Our special guest, Scott Visscher, will demonstrate sunset and night photography techniques and lead us on a long exposure / light painting photography journey, with the beautiful Toronto skyline in the background.

Bonus: Canadian history

This event has a Canada Day theme. Much of the tour will celebrate aspects of local and Canadian history, geography and culture. The islands are a perfect microcosm of Canadian life.

Features of this event:

• ferry ride and beautiful setting of Toronto island
• skyline views of the city
• photo walk tour (history of the islands)
• landscape and sunset photography
• night and long exposure photography
• light painting demonstration
• Canada day theme

Participants will be assisted by Scott and can expect that more experienced shooters in attendance will offer helpful tips. A DSLR or mirrorless is ideal but some of our attendees use smartphones. You should bring a tripod and be able to access settings for taking longer exposures (such at manual mode or shutter priority mode).

Bonus online access: approximately one week prior to the event you will be able to access a participant discussion post. Your ticket may also be used for discounted membership services at tdot.co.

Our event takes place an hour before sunset. You will be able to travel to the island via the Toronto ferry service or water taxi. Buy your ticket for Toronto ferries in advance to save time at the gate. You must buy your own ferry ticket.

Suggestion: Organizers will be meeting by 6:30 pm sharp to take the 6:45 pm ferry to Hanlan’s point. Event starts at 7 pm. We suggest leaving after the event by a ferry which departs at 9:45 pm. You may make other arrangements if you wish (earlier or later departures, use water taxi or private transportation).

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Tickets

Please purchase a ticket via this site. We limit sales to 20 people. After making payment you will receive a confirmation email. If you don’t receive the email, first check your spam folder and then contact us.

Participants will receive an update email on the morning of the event. If you have any questions please email us at [email protected].

Looking forward to seeing you at the island! Thanks for supporting Tdot Shots and our creative community.