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SUMMARY:Art and Architecture in Downtown Toronto - Photo Walk Tour with Tdot Shots on July 19\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:This photo walk and walking tour is for photographers\, fans of art and city explorers. All are welcome. Our focus is on art\, culture\, history\, and particularly the photography of public art and architecture in downtown Toronto. The walk takes place before sunset and will last approximately 2.5 hours. We limit the group to a max. of 15 people. Buy your ticket today – they will sell out. \nThe Toronto downtown features some amazing public art\, installation and sculpture. We also discuss the incredible architecture\, both classic and modern. This tour is led by Mike Simpson\, avid photographer\, art curator and urban wanderer. (Mike is the founder of Tdot Shots). \nSome highlights of the walk: \n\nUnion Station\nFinancial District (Brookfield Place\, TD Centre\, Commerce Court\, First Canadian Place)\nModernism\, Post-modernism\, Art Deco and Romanesque Revival architecture\nCity Hall (New and Old)\nOCAD university + AGO / Grange Park\nChinatown / Spadina Ave\n\nPreview the tour at our site Iconic Toronto. This walk is accessible. Bring comfortable shoes and and umbrella – we walk rain or shine. \nYou do not need to have a professional camera. Many participants shoot with smartphones. Many of us are happy to share photography tips! This event will be an opportunity to network and learn more about the stories behind and the history of public art in Toronto. \nParticipants have a chance to have their photography featured on the Tdot Shots social and website. Build your portfolio and get feedback from your peers and the tour facilitator. \nMeeting location: The meeting spot is TBA\, you will receive a confirmation email by noon on the day of the event. Please add tdot@tdot.com to your address book. We usually email you by noon with tips and updates. \nThere is a fee of $9 to attend this photo walk & walking tour.  Please note the rain date in case of extreme weather is the following day\, Sunday July 20. \nHope you will join us! This is one of our newest photo walk – walking tours in Toronto! If you have any questions please reach out! Contact me: tdot@tdot.com \nMike Simpson\n@tdot_mike \nCredits: Photography for feature image collage by @crystlevs \n_ \nPlease scroll to the end of the post to buy your ticket. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://tdot.cc/event/art-architecture-in-downtown-toronto-photo-walk-tour-on-july-19-2025/
CATEGORIES:Architecture,Art,Iconic Toronto,Photography,Toronto,Walking Tours
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SUMMARY:Public Art and Sculpture in Downtown Toronto - Photo Walk Tour on April 5\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:This meetup is for photographers\, fans of art and city explorers. All are welcome. Our focus is on art\, culture\, history\, and particularly the photography of public art and sculpture in downtown Toronto. The walk takes place before sunset and will last approximately 2.5 hours. We limit the group to a max. of 12 people. \nOn this walk through Toronto downtown we look at some amazing public art\, installation and sculpture. We also discuss aspects like street art\, and architecture both classic and modern. This tour is led by Mike Simpson\, avid photographer\, art curator and urban wanderer. (Mike is the founder of Tdot Shots). \nSome highlights of the walk: \n\nUnion Station\nFinancial District (TD Centre\, Commerce Court\, First Canadian Place)\nCity Hall (New and Old)\nAGO / Grange Park\nChinatown / Spadina Ave\n\nPreview the tour at our site Iconic Toronto. This walk is accessible. Bring comfortable shoes and and umbrella – we walk rain or shine. \nYou do not need to have a professional camera. Many participants shoot with smartphones. Many of us are happy to share photography tips! This event will be an opportunity to network and learn more about the stories behind and the history of public art in Toronto. \nParticipants have a chance to have their photography featured on the Tdot Shots social and website. Build your portfolio and get feedback from your peers and the tour facilitator. \nMeeting location: The meeting spot is TBA\, you will receive a confirmation email by noon on the day of the event. Please add tdot@tdot.com to your address book. We usually email you by noon with tips and updates. \nThere is a fee of $8 to attend this photo walk & walking tour.  Please note the rain date in case of extreme weather is the following day\, Sunday April 6. \nBonus – Participants can access our community-level membership and take a course at our site Tdot.co. Join us online for creative skills training after the event. \nHope you will join us! This is one of our newest photo walk – walking tours in Toronto! If you have any questions please reach out! Contact me: tdot@tdot.com \nMike Simpson\n@tdot_mike \nCredits: Photography for feature image collage @tdot_mike \n_ \nPlease scroll to the end of the post to buy your ticket. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://tdot.cc/event/public-art-sculpture-downtown-toronto-photo-walk-tour-april-5-2025/
CATEGORIES:Architecture,Art,Iconic Toronto,Photography,Toronto,Walking Tours
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SUMMARY:Art and Architecture in Downtown Toronto - Photo Walk Tour on March 8\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:This meetup is for photographers\, fans of art and city explorers. All are welcome. Our focus is on art\, culture\, history\, and particularly the photography of public art and architecture in downtown Toronto. The walk takes place before sunset and will last approximately 2.5 hours. We limit the group to a max. of 12 people. \nThe Toronto downtown features some amazing public art\, installation and sculpture. We also discuss the incredible architecture\, both classic and modern. This tour is led by Mike Simpson\, avid photographer\, art curator and urban wanderer. (Mike is the founder of Tdot Shots). \nSome highlights of the walk: \n\nUnion Station\nFinancial District (TD Centre\, Commerce Court\, First Canadian Place)\nCity Hall (New and Old)\nAGO / Grange Park\nChinatown / Spadina Ave\n\nPreview the tour at our site Iconic Toronto. This walk is accessible. Bring comfortable shoes and and umbrella – we walk rain or shine. \nYou do not need to have a professional camera. Many participants shoot with smartphones. Many of us are happy to share photography tips! This event will be an opportunity to network and learn more about the stories behind and the history of public art in Toronto. \nParticipants have a chance to have their photography featured on the Tdot Shots social and website. Build your portfolio and get feedback from your peers and the tour facilitator. \nMeeting location: The meeting spot is TBA\, you will receive a confirmation email by noon on the day of the event. Please add tdot@tdot.com to your address book. We usually email you by noon with tips and updates. \nThere is a fee of $8 to attend this photo walk & walking tour.  Please note the rain date in case of extreme weather is the following day\, Sunday March 9. \nBonus – Participants can access our community-level membership and take a course at our site Tdot.co. Join us online for creative skills training after the event. \nHope you will join us! This is one of our newest photo walk – walking tours in Toronto! If you have any questions please reach out! Contact me: tdot@tdot.com \nMike Simpson\n@tdot_mike \nCredits: Photography for feature image collage by @crystlevs \n_ \nPlease scroll to the end of the post to buy your ticket. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://tdot.cc/event/art-architecture-in-downtown-toronto-photo-walk-tour-on-march-8-2025/
CATEGORIES:Architecture,Art,Iconic Toronto,Photography,Toronto,Walking Tours
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SUMMARY:Photo Walk - Illuminite Festival with Tdot Shots and Downtown Yonge BIA on Feb. 22\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special art and light installation photo walk in downtown Toronto. 🎨 All are welcome. We offer participants a chance to practice a variety of photography techniques. \nAbout Illuminite: Welcome to the second year of ILLUMINITE\, a celebration of light\, art\, and togetherness in the heart of Downtown Yonge. This year’s theme\, Making Connections\, shines a spotlight on the bonds between people and the spaces we share\, transforming the winter landscape into a vibrant\, interactive experience. \nDiscover captivating light installations that brighten Downtown Yonge from February 14 to March 2\, 2025\, running daily from late afternoon to evening. This winter\, ILLUMINITE bridges the chill with warmth\, creativity\, and community spirit. \nWhere: Yonge St and Sankofa Square in downtown Toronto (meeting location TBA) \nWhen: Feb. 22 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm \nHost: Mike Simpson of Tdot Shots / Downtown Yonge BIA \nNote: there will be additional photo walks on Feb. 14 and Feb. 15. \nWe focus on street and night photography – and the amazing light installations by a variety of talented artists. Our photo walk will start at sunset. We will review the route and discuss night photography techniques. We encourage you to bring the best camera you own. Smartphones are welcome – we also suggest bringing a mirror less or DSLR to capture the lights and installations at the finest. \nPlease be sure to post your best pics on Instagram and use both the hashtag #illuminite2025 and #tdot_shots. Tag us on your images and reels – @downtownyonge and @tdot_shots. More details will be announced prior to the event. View official BIA website for information. \nExact meeting location will be announced in an update email on the morning of the event. Questions? Please email and we’ll do our best to assist. \nThank you and see you on February 22! \nInstallations include: \nCELESTIA\nArtist: Kleis\nLocation: Sankofa Square \n \nTHE TUNNEL\nCompany: Creos | Artist: BIG ART\nLocation: College Park – Yonge Street Entrance \n \nAnd more! For full lineup please visit the BIA website: https://downtownyonge.com/illuminite/
URL:https://tdot.cc/event/photo-walk-illuminite-festival-tdot-shots-downtown-yonge-bia-feb-22/
CATEGORIES:Art,Photo Walks,Special Event,Toronto
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SUMMARY:Photo Walk - Illuminite Festival with Tdot Shots and Downtown Yonge BIA on Feb. 15\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT – We have reached our RSVP limit. Please sign up for the events on February 14 and Feb. 22. Thank you. \nJoin us for a special art and light installation photo walk in downtown Toronto. 🎨 All are welcome. We offer participants a chance to practice a variety of photography techniques. \nAbout Illuminite: Welcome to the second year of ILLUMINITE\, a celebration of light\, art\, and togetherness in the heart of Downtown Yonge. This year’s theme\, Making Connections\, shines a spotlight on the bonds between people and the spaces we share\, transforming the winter landscape into a vibrant\, interactive experience. \nDiscover captivating light installations that brighten Downtown Yonge from February 14 to March 2\, 2025\, running daily from late afternoon to evening. This winter\, ILLUMINITE bridges the chill with warmth\, creativity\, and community spirit. \nWhere: Yonge St and Sankofa Square in downtown Toronto (meeting location TBA) \nWhen: Feb. 15 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm \nHost: Mike Simpson of Tdot Shots / Downtown Yonge BIA \nNote: there will be additional photo walks on Feb. 14 and Feb. 22. \nWe focus on street and night photography – and the amazing light installations by a variety of talented artists. Our photo walk will start at sunset. We will review the route and discuss night photography techniques. We encourage you to bring the best camera you own. Smartphones are welcome – we also suggest bringing a mirror less or DSLR to capture the lights and installations. \nPlease be sure to post your best pics on Instagram and use both the hashtag #illuminite2025 and #tdot_shots. Tag us on your images and reels – @downtownyonge and @tdot_shots. More details will be announced prior to the event. View official BIA website for information. \nExact meeting location will be announced in an update email on the morning of the event. Questions? Please email and we’ll do our best to assist. \nThank you and see you on February 15! \nInstallations include: \nCELESTIA\nArtist: Kleis\nLocation: Sankofa Square \n \nTHE TUNNEL\nCompany: Creos | Artist: BIG ART\nLocation: College Park – Yonge Street Entrance \n \nAnd more! For full lineup please visit the BIA website: https://downtownyonge.com/illuminite/
URL:https://tdot.cc/event/photo-walk-illuminite-festival-tdot-shots-downtown-yonge-bia-feb-15/
CATEGORIES:Art,Photo Walks,Photography,Special Event,Toronto
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SUMMARY:Photo Walk - Illuminite Festival with Tdot Shots and Downtown Yonge BIA on Feb. 14\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special photo walk on Valentine’s Day! ❤ All are welcome including couples and families. We offer participants a chance to practice their street\, night and portrait photography. \nAbout Illuminite: Welcome to the second year of ILLUMINITE\, a celebration of light\, art\, and togetherness in the heart of Downtown Yonge. This year’s theme\, Making Connections\, shines a spotlight on the bonds between people and the spaces we share\, transforming the winter landscape into a vibrant\, interactive experience. \nDiscover captivating light installations that brighten Downtown Yonge from February 14 to March 2\, 2025\, running daily from late afternoon to evening. This winter\, ILLUMINITE bridges the chill with warmth\, creativity\, and community spirit. \nWhere: Yonge St and Sankofa Square in downtown Toronto (meeting location TBA) \nWhen: Feb. 14 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm \nHost: Mike Simpson of Tdot Shots / Downtown Yonge BIA \nNote: there will be additional photo walks on Feb. 15 and Feb. 22. \nWe focus on street and portrait photography – and the amazing light installations by a variety of talented artists. Our photo walk will start at sunset. We will review the route and discuss night photography techniques. We encourage you to bring the best camera you own. Smartphones are welcome – we also suggest bringing a mirror less or DSLR to capture the lights and installations at the finest so your images will dazzle our judges. \nPlease be sure to post your best pics on Instagram and use both the hashtag #illuminite2025 and #tdot_shots. Tag us on your images and reels – @downtownyonge and @tdot_shots. View the BIA website for information about the event. \nWhen you register please indicate if you are a couple or family by hitting that “+” button for your plus one. \nExact meeting location will be announced in an update email on the morning of the event. Questions? Please email and we’ll do our best to assist. \nThank you and see you on February 14! \nInstallations include: \nCELESTIA\nArtist: Kleis\nLocation: Sankofa Square \n \nTHE TUNNEL\nCompany: Creos | Artist: BIG ART\nLocation: College Park – Yonge Street Entrance \n \nAnd more! For full lineup please visit the BIA website: https://downtownyonge.com/illuminite/
URL:https://tdot.cc/event/photo-walk-illuminite-festival-tdot-shots-downtown-yonge-bia-feb-14/
CATEGORIES:Art,Photo Walks,Photography,Special Event,Toronto
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SUMMARY:Course Launch - Register for a Reminder About Our MVP Portfolio Course Start!
DESCRIPTION:Greetings. Many of you are members of our community site Tdot.cc and some of you are premium members of our training site Tdot.co aka Tdot Connect. Big thanks for supporting our endeavours!\nYou may be interested in receiving a reminder about our course launch for our new course “Mastering Visual Portfolios.” It starts online the week of Jan. 20\, 2025\, and the first lessons are free for everyone. You can optionally register for access to a site and feedback on your portfolio. \nBy registering here you are requesting a one-time reminder\, the day before course launch\, to receive updates on the course outline\, start date and what you need to participate. \nWho this course is for\nWe are targeting this course toward artists\, designers\, photographers and creators interested in developing design and marketing skills. You should have some kind of existing portfolio and you are looking to improve it\, expand it or build a new portfolio. As far as software goes\, this course is for beginners and intermediates. \nWhat you will learn\nThis six-week course is designed to help artists\, designers\, and photographers create impactful and professional visual portfolios. You’ll explore the history and evolution of portfolios\, understand modern formats\, and develop a personalized portfolio that highlights your unique style and best work. By the end of the course\, you’ll have a polished portfolio and the skills to share it effectively across digital and traditional platforms\, culminating in a capstone project where you’ll receive feedback from instructors and peers. \nMore information\nCourse overview page: https://tdot.co/course/mastering-visual-portfolios-mvp/ \nSkills or software requirements\nYou do not need any specific design or marketing background. Just bring your passion and commitment. You will need to work with web softeare and design software to create a basic portfolio. For websites we recommend WordPress. You can create your own site or get a site on our network (tdot.co). \nWe will work with a variety of tools\, the choice is up to you: Photoshop (paid) or Photopea (freemium)\, Canva or Adobe Express (both free)\, PowerPoint or Google Slides (both have free versions). Lesson demonstrations may focus on using Photoshop but you can use free tools to create graphics for this course. \nWrapping Up \nSigning up here does not represent any obligation to take the course or get a premium membership. If you are curious about building a portfolio or taking our courses this is a good way to get started. It’s up to you where you take it. \nThank you. \nMike Simpson \nFounder and course creator \n  \n 
URL:https://tdot.cc/event/course-launch-register-for-a-reminder-about-our-mvp-portfolio-course-start/
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CATEGORIES:Art,Design,Membership,Photography,Special Event,Training
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