University of Toronto Fall Photo Tour with Mike Simpson of Tdot Shots November 8
2025-11-08 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | University of Toronto
Hey friends!

🍁Fall photo walk and tour season is here! Join us as we explore the downtown campus of the U of T.

Date / Time: Nov. 8 at 10:00 am
The event is approximately two hours. It is outdoors and accessible.
Route: TBA announced the morning of the event.

Limited to 15 participants. Please sign up asap as tickets will go fast!

Join Tdot Shots and Mike Simpson for a captivating photo walk tour of the University of Toronto’s St. George campus. This event is a unique blend of a photography workshop and a guided historical tour, perfect for anyone looking to capture stunning images while learning about the university’s rich history and architectural wonders. From the Gothic Revival of Hart House to the Romanesque Revival of University College, the campus offers a diverse and visually rich setting for photographers of all skill levels and with any kind of equipment.

Our tour will lead you through some of the campus’s most iconic and photogenic locations. We’ll explore architectural masterpieces like Victoria College, St. Michael’s College, and Soldiers’ Tower, all of which have a fascinating history and provide endless photographic opportunities. In addition to the stunning visuals, we’ll dive into the cultural and scientific significance of the campus, highlighting its role as a hub for groundbreaking ideas and discoveries.

This photo walk is an excellent opportunity to expand your portfolio and delve into the stories behind the stunning structures you’re capturing. You’ll learn about the profound legacy of figures like Marshall McLuhan, whose revolutionary ideas on media originated here, and Banting and Best, whose Nobel Prize-winning discovery of insulin at U of T saved millions of lives.

Soldiers Tower as seen from Trinity College at the University of Toronto

Come explore, learn, and capture the beauty of one of North America’s most distinguished and historically significant university campuses.

Rain date for the event is Sunday Nov. 9 at the same time.

If you have any questions feel free to email us.

See you on the photo tour!

Mike and photo walk tour guests near Trinity College at the U of T. Photo by Kevin Braganza.

Art and Architecture in Downtown Toronto - Photo Walk Tour with Tdot Shots on July 19, 2025
2025-07-19 18:00 - 20:30
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.
The 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).
Some highlights of the walk:

Union Station
Financial District (Brookfield Place, TD Centre, Commerce Court, First Canadian Place)
Modernism, Post-modernism, Art Deco and Romanesque Revival architecture
City Hall (New and Old)
OCAD university + AGO / Grange Park
Chinatown / Spadina Ave

Preview the tour at our site Iconic Toronto. This walk is accessible. Bring comfortable shoes and and umbrella – we walk rain or shine.
You 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.
Participants 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.
Meeting 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.
There 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.
Hope 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
Mike Simpson
@tdot_mike
Credits: Photography for feature image collage by @crystlevs
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Beaches Toronto Photo Walk Meetup with Tdot Shots on July 13, 2025
2025-07-13 18:00 - 20:00
POSTPONED
Event postponed due to excessive heat. We will meet in mid to late September. Thank you.
If you already registered you will receive notification when we reschedule. A new event will be posted on in the fall. 🍁
Join us in the beautiful Beaches neighbourhood in the east Toronto waterfront. This Tdot.cc community meetup is for photographers and city explorers curious about Toronto classics and landmarks. All are welcome.
Date: 6 pm on July 13
Event is about two hours.
Our focus is on photography at the wonderful lakeshore beaches and parks found around Queen St. East. The walk takes place before sunset and will last approximately two hours. By mid May vegetation it’s starting to feel like summer is on the horizon – flowers will be blooming and trees are starting to turn green.
This meetup is organized by Mike Simpson, avid photographer and city hike enthusiast. The event is produced by Tdot Shots. Follow our pages on IG: @tdot_shots + @tdot_mike.
This meetup is free. Some versions of this event have a small fee and are conducted as a walking tour focusing on culture, history and architecture. Please register / RSVP. Contact us if you are interested in a private group walking tour and we’ll be happy to customize a tour for you.
Some highlights of the walk (weather permitting and depending on route):

RC Harris water filtration plant
Leuty Lifeguard station
Kew Beach
Ashbridges Bay

You 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 photography and the Beaches neighbourhood.
Meeting location: The meeting spot is TBA, you will receive a confirmation email the morning of the event. Please add tdot@tdot.com to your address book. We usually email you by noon with tips and updates.
After you RSVP an email is sent with a confirmation. If you don’t receive this email contact us.
Hope you will join us! This is one of our exciting new photo walks in Toronto! If you have any questions please reach out! Contact me: tdot@tdot.com
Lastly, if you want to improve your skills and support our community please also check out our workshops.
Mike Simpson

Credits for feature photo
Feature image created by Mike Simpson / Tdot Shots. Image based on the following photos:
Aerial image by Kevin Cabral on Wikimedia
RC Harris plant by Skeezix1000 on Wikimedia

Public Art and Sculpture in Downtown Toronto - Photo Walk Tour on April 5, 2025
2025-04-05 17:00 - 19:30
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.
On 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).
Some highlights of the walk:

Union Station
Financial District (TD Centre, Commerce Court, First Canadian Place)
City Hall (New and Old)
AGO / Grange Park
Chinatown / Spadina Ave

Preview the tour at our site Iconic Toronto. This walk is accessible. Bring comfortable shoes and and umbrella – we walk rain or shine.
You 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.
Participants 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.
Meeting 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.
There 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.
Bonus – 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.
Hope 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
Mike Simpson
@tdot_mike
Credits: Photography for feature image collage @tdot_mike
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Allan Gardens and Downtown Yonge Spring Photo Walk on March 29, 2025 (Originally scheduled for March 22)
2025-03-29 15:30 - 17:30
Note: This event was originally scheduled for Sat. March 22. If you signed up for that event you do not need to register again. Thank you.
Welcome to this special meetup event that combines spring flower photography and architecture / street photography in beautiful Allan Gardens, Toronto. Our host is Mike Simpson from Tdot Shots. Celebrating Spring Equinox 2024, this special photo walk takes place at Allan Gardens and the Downtown Toronto Yonge St. neighbourhood. Some unique locations are included on this walk!

To RSVP please scroll to end of post. Thank you.

This is a free event. All are welcome. We will enjoy the wonderful park and greenhouse known as Allan Gardens and then explore the neighbourhoods along downtown between Church and Yonge St. We will walk from Allan Gardens to Toronto Metropolitan (Ryerson) University and wrap up at Yonge and Dundas Square. We encourage participants to also join our community and membership sites, Tdot.CC and Tdot Connect and follow @tdot_shots on Instagram. This evening walk will last approximately 2 hours. The photo walk will cover and include:

Walk of the Allan Gardens park and neighbourhood
Photography of the park and horticulture (the gardens, plants and flowers)
Route from Allan Gardens to Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson U.)
Visit to Image Centre photo gallery (time permitting)
Final stop at Sankofa Square aka Yonge-Dundas Square
Nature, street, and architectural photography

You do not need to have a professional camera. Many participants shoot with smartphones. Many of us are happy to share photography tips! We look forward to welcoming you. Don’t miss this opportunity to network, shoot some unique spots, and enjoy the gardens, streets and architecture of downtown TO. Participants will have an opportunity to submit photos for potential inclusion in posts on our website and social channels. We will try to feature many of your images! Meeting location: on the day of the meetup we confirm the exact location and route with an email, that also includes tips and other updates. If you have questions please contact us: tdot@tdot.com Photo by Mike Simpson of Tdot Shots and Iconic Toronto / by @tdot_mike

Allan Gardens photo walk in Toronto with Tdot Shots
Allen Gardens – visit with tdotshots.com / Photo credits: Jeff Hitchcock and Diego Silvestre

University of Toronto Spring Photo Walk on March 15, 2025
2025-03-15 16:30 - 18:30
Our first spring meetup of 2025 is at the lovely U of T campus in downtown Toronto. The university’s St. George campus is historic and centrally located, easy to get to and chock full of architectural gems. The date is Saturday March 15.
By mid March we hope the campus has a few brave blooms here and there and the sun will be out with mild temps. Cross your fingers as it is still March! The university campus offers lots of incredible architectural and cityscape views, cultural and historical notes, and plenty of spots to gather for little chats about the school and photography. We have hosted a variety of meetups at the campus multiple times a year since 2019.

All are welcome to attend. To support our programs, we encourage you to join and follow our community by registering at Tdot.cc for the Tdot Create community site, and follow Tdot Shots on Instagram at @tdot_shots.

You don’t need to have a professional DSLR or mirrorless camera – many of our guests shoot with a smartphone. This is however a photography meetup so expect taking photos to be a primary motivation for attending the event.
Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025 Time: 4:30 – 6:30 pm Location: University of Toronto, St. George campus Cost: FreeHost: Mike Simpson of @tdot_shots

If you are interested in one of our University of Toronto architecture and history walking tours please reach out to arrange a booking for yourself or your group.

Note: we offer tours and photo walks all throughout the year. Have a group in town? Hire us for a private event. We are flexible and offer amazing creative and cultural experiences around the city.

Art and Architecture in Downtown Toronto - Photo Walk Tour on March 8, 2025
2025-03-08 15:30 - 18:00
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.
The 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).
Some highlights of the walk:

Union Station
Financial District (TD Centre, Commerce Court, First Canadian Place)
City Hall (New and Old)
AGO / Grange Park
Chinatown / Spadina Ave

Preview the tour at our site Iconic Toronto. This walk is accessible. Bring comfortable shoes and and umbrella – we walk rain or shine.
You 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.
Participants 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.
Meeting 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.
There 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.
Bonus – 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.
Hope 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
Mike Simpson
@tdot_mike
Credits: Photography for feature image collage by @crystlevs
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Henge Sunset Photo Walk in Downtown Toronto Feb. 16, 2025
2025-02-16 17:00
This is a free event. Registration is required (RSVP). We encourage participants to follow @tdot_shots on Instagram. Please consider joining our community and membership sites, Tdot.CC and Tdot Connect (tdot.co).
We love shooting the Toronto henge effect on the downtown streets. ☀ This evening sunset walk will last approximately 90 minutes and be short and sweet – crossing our fingers for good weather!
Be sure to join us on Saturday Feb. 16. We meet at 5 pm and Sunset is at 5:49 pm.
You do not need to have a professional camera. Many participants shoot with smartphones. Many of us are happy to share photography tips! We look forward to welcoming you. Don’t miss this opportunity to network, shoot some unique spots, and enjoy the architecture of downtown TO.
Meeting location: on the day of the meetup we confirm the exact location and route with an email, that also includes tips and other updates.
If you have questions please contact us: tdot@tdot.com
Thank you,
Mike
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We usually use apps to figure out ideal dates to shoot henge in the city.
Curious about Sun Calculator?
Here’s a link so you can view yourself:
https://www.suncalc.org/#/43.6489,-79.3793,16/2024.02.17/14:48/1/3
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Photos in this social post from a previous event on Front St. at the famous Gooderham building / images by Mike from @tdot_shots and various contributors who are tagged in the post. Thanks to all who shared their photos!

University of Toronto Winter Photo Walk on Sunday February 9, 2025
2025-02-09 15:00 - 17:00
Note: Meeting time adjusted to 3:30 pm. Meeting location TBA. If you are registered please review your email inbox for your update. Thank you.
Our first meetup of 2025 is at the lovely U of T campus in downtown Toronto. The university’s St. George campus is historic and centrally located, easy to get to and chock full of architectural gems. The date is Sunday Feb. 9.
February can be pretty frozen and chilly but this walk is pretty magical with cold and snow. The university campus offers lots of incredible architectural and cityscape views, cultural and historical notes, and plenty of spots to gather for little chats about the school and photography. We have hosted a February walk since our first one at the U of T back in February 2023.

All are welcome to attend. To support our programs, we encourage you to join and follow our community by registering at Tdot.cc for the Tdot Create community site, and follow Tdot Shots on Instagram at @tdot_shots.

You don’t need to have a professional DSLR or mirrorless camera – many of our guests shoot with a smartphone. This is however a photography meetup so expect taking photos to be a primary motivation for attending the event.
Date: Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025 Time: 3:00 – 5:00 pm Location: University of Toronto, St. George campus Cost: FreeHost: Mike Simpson of @tdot_shots

If you are interested in one of our University of Toronto architecture and history walking tours please reach out to arrange a booking for yourself or your group.

Footsteps in the snow at Convocation Hall, University of Toronto

Note: we offer tours and photo walks all throughout the year. Have a group in town? Hire us for a private event. We are flexible and offer amazing creative and cultural experiences around the city.

University of Toronto History-Architecture Photo Walk Tour on May 21, 2023
2024-09-17 00:00
Note: Start time is 6:30 pm. We walk until sunset.
Join us for a History-Architecture Photo Walk Tour at the lovely University of Toronto. This meetup is led by Mike Simpson from Tdot Shots. We are limited to 15 people. Please sign up!
Our focus is on history, architecture and spring bloom photography at the wonderful U of T. The walk takes place before sunset and will last approximately two hours. By late May the trees and flowers at the St. George campus are in significant bloom.
This meetup and walking tour is organized by Mike Simpson, avid photographer and architecture enthusiast. The event is produced by Tdot Shots in association with Iconic Toronto. Follow our pages: @tdot_shots and @iconictoronto.
This meetup is in the form of a 90-minute guided tour. There is a fee of $5. Please register.
Some highlights of the walk (weather permitting and depending on route):

Victoria College / St. Michael’s College
Queen’s Park
Trinity College
Soldiers Tower / Hart House
University College
Convocation Hall

You 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 photography and the amazing architecture an history of the U of T.

These images are from Trinity College and Victoria College.
Meeting location: The meeting spot is TBA, you will receive a confirmation email by about 11 AM on the morning of the event. Please add tdot@tdot.com to your address book. We usually email you by noon with tips and updates.
After you RSVP an email is sent with a confirmation. If you don’t receive this email contact us.
Hope you will join us! This is one of our favourite photo walks in Toronto! If you have any questions please reach out! Contact me: tdot@tdot.com
Mike Simpson

More images from Trinity College and Victoria College, two of the prettiest spots on the St. George campus.

Art and Architecture Photo Walk in Downtown Toronto June 21, 2024 (Part 1)
2024-06-21 15:00 - 17:00
Free Photo Walks – Art and Architecture – Interiors / Exteriors June 21/ 22
Please note this event is cancelled. Some parts of this tour will be integrated into the Saturday evening tour. Please consider registration for Sat.
This is registration for the Friday event (Part 1)
Welcome to an innovative free tour and photo walk in downtown Toronto. Offered in two parts, you will explore the art and architecture of the financial district where art and commerce meet in the lobbies and exteriors of bank buildings and the hub of the main financial district in Canada.
Part 1 – Friday June 21 – 3 pm – Focus on Interiors / PATH
Part 2 – Saturday June 22 – 6 pm – Exteriors and Public Spaces
Each event is approximately 90 minutes to two hours. Location TBD (central downtown). You are not required to attend each event but it is strongly encouraged.
The events overlap thematically and cover the same area of TO – hope you will register for both. 😀
Sign up and you’ll receive updates including route information on the day of each event. Events hosted by Tdot Shots curator Mike Simpson.|
Registration is free / Please register on this site tdot.cc
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Credits: Photography by @crystlevs

Junction Journey Historical Walking Tour and Photo Walk on June 16, 2024
2024-06-16 16:00 - 18:00
Please Note: this tour is full. Please consider signing up for Tour 2 at 6pm.
Welcome. Are you interested in learning more about Toronto history and practising your photography? Please consider joining us for this unique event on historic Dundas Street West in the Junction.
We are excited to host this event, produced in association with The Junction BIA on Father’s Day, June 16.
Official information from The Junction BIA:
Join us for our first-ever Junction Journey Walking Tour!
We are delighted to invite you to a special Father’s Day event: the Junction Journey Walking Tour! Step back in time and discover the Junction’s rich history and outstanding architecture.
Date: Sunday, June 16th, from 4 pm to 6 pm
Meet-up Location: BMO, 2859 Dundas St W, southwest corner of Keele & Dundas
Cost: This is a FREE service provided by your local businesses!
Hosted by Mike Simpson from Tdot Shots, this unique walking tour promises an unforgettable experience blending local lore with photography tips. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, architecture lover, or photography buff, this adventure is perfect for you!

Explore the fascinating history of the Junction’s unique architecture.
Learn photography techniques and capture stunning shots with guidance from Mike Simpson.
Dive into local stories and uncover hidden gems of our neighbourhood.

Let’s make this Father’s Day one to remember!
You do not need to have a professional camera. Many participants shoot with smartphones. Many of us are happy to share photography tips! We look forward to welcoming you. Don’t miss this opportunity to network, shoot some unique spots, and explore the amazing architecture and history of the Junction.
On the day of the meetup we send you an email that includes weather and route updates. The rain date (in case of extreme weather) is Sunday June 23. If you have questions please contact us: tdot@tdot.com
Thanks for reading and hope to see you on the walk!
Mike Simpson
NOTE: We have added an additional tour at 6 pm. Sign up for Tour 2.

Beaches Toronto Photo Walk and Creative Community Meetup on May 19, 2024 (Postponed to June 2)
2024-06-02 18:30 - 20:30
Note: this event was scheduled for May 18. It has been rescheduled to June 2.
Join us in the beautiful Beaches neighbourhood in the east Toronto waterfront. This Tdot.cc community meetup is for photographers and city explorers curious about Toronto classics and landmarks. All are welcome.
Our focus is on photography at the wonderful lakeshore beaches and parks found around Queen St. East. The walk takes place before sunset and will last approximately two hours. By mid May vegetation it’s starting to feel like summer is on the horizon – flowers will be blooming and trees are starting to turn green.
This meetup is organized by Mike Simpson, avid photographer and city hike enthusiast. The event is produced by Tdot Shots. Follow our pages on IG: @tdot_shots + @tdot_mike.
This meetup is free. Some versions of this event have a small fee and are conducted as a walking tour focusing on culture, history and architecture. Please register / RSVP. Contact us if you are interested in a private group walking tour and we’ll be happy to customize a tour for you.
Some highlights of the walk (weather permitting and depending on route):

RC Harris water filtration plant
Leuty Lifeguard station
Kew Beach
Ashbridges Bay

You 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 photography and the Beaches neighbourhood.
Meeting location: The meeting spot is TBA, you will receive a confirmation email the morning of the event. Please add tdot@tdot.com to your address book. We usually email you by noon with tips and updates.
After you RSVP an email is sent with a confirmation. If you don’t receive this email contact us.
Hope you will join us! This is one of our exciting new photo walks in Toronto! If you have any questions please reach out! Contact me: tdot@tdot.com
Lastly, if you want to improve your skills and support our community please also check out our workshops.
Mike Simpson

Credits for feature photo
Feature image created by Mike Simpson / Tdot Shots. Image based on the following photos:
Aerial image by Kevin Cabral on Wikimedia
RC Harris plant by Skeezix1000 on Wikimedia

Kensington Market Photo Walk and Walking Tour on May 25, 2024
2024-05-25 18:30 - 20:30
Hello city explorers and fans of photography. Welcome to this new photo walk and tour of Kensington Market. Our host is Mike from Tdot Shots. Please consider buying a ticket for this new event. Our group size will be capped at 15.

We love this new downtown tour and all are welcome. Our host, Mike Simpson has explored this area over two decades. As a small group, we will explore Kensington with a focus on photography, culture and history. This photo walk takes place before sunset and will last approximately two hours. We start our event at 6:30 pm.
Kensington Market is legendary – it’s one of the city’s most popular downtown neighborhoods. KM is known as a bohemian, eclectic corner of the city with a long history of art, rebellion and left-of-centre thinking. It’s funky and full of surprising details and colourful scenes.
You do not need to have a professional camera. Many participants shoot with smartphones. Many of us are happy to share photography tips! We look forward to welcoming you. Don’t miss this opportunity to network, shoot some unique spots, and enjoy the alternative culture of this special spot in TO.
Meeting location: TBA – on the day of the meetup we confirm the exact location and tentative route with an email, that also includes tips and other updates. You will explore Kensington Market and, time permitting, the adjacent neighbourhoods including College Street and Chinatown (Dundas Street)
The rain date (in case of extreme weather) is Sunday May 26. If you have questions please contact us: tdot@tdot.com
Hope to see you on the walk!
Mike Simpson
Colourful streets of Kensington Market, Toronto – explore with Mike Simpson and Tdot Shots / photo by Anthony G. Reyes on Flickr
Cyclist on Augusta Avenue with La Cevicheria in background / photo by Garrett Campbell
Garden car in Kensington Market, Toronto 📷 photo by Garrett Campbell / This is a real car with a garden sprouting from the interior and it is a summertime landmark on Augusta Ave south of College St / check it out on one of our events or tours 👍
Big thanks to our contributing photographers. Special acknowledgement to Garrett Campbell (@le__graveur) for supporting our events and the Tdot Shots and Tdot Create community

Public Art Photo Walk Tour in Downtown Toronto April 27, 2024
2024-04-27 18:00 - 20:00
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 in downtown west Toronto. The walk takes place before sunset and will last approximately two hours. We limit the group to a total of 15 people.
The Toronto downtown features some amazing public art, installation and sculpture. We also look at the incredible architecture. This tour is led by Mike Simpson, avid photographer, art curator and urban wanderer. (Mike is the founder of Tdot Shots).
Some highlights of the walk:

Union Station
Financial District
City Hall
AGO / Grange Park
Chinatown / Spadina Ave

Preview the tour at our site Iconic Toronto
You 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.
Participants 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.
Meeting 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.
There is a fee of $9 to attend this photo walk & walking tour. You can pay via this site. After purchase an email is sent with a confirmation. If you don’t receive this email please contact us. Note the rain date in case of extreme weather is the following day, Sunday April 28.
Hope you will join us! This is one of our newest walking tours in Toronto! If you have any questions please reach out! Contact me: tdot@tdot.com
Mike Simpson
@tdot_mike
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Financial District and Old Town Toronto Photo Walk on April 26, 2024
2024-04-26 18:30 - 20:00
Hello city explorers and fans of photography. This is a free event. Registration is required (RSVP). We encourage participants to also join our membership site, Tdot Connect and follow @tdot_shots on Instagram.
We love this downtown tour! All are welcome. Our focus is on photography and architecture. This photo walk takes place before sunset and will last approximately two hours. We start our meetup at 6:30 pm.
The walk takes place in the downtown Toronto central business district and east, also known as “Old Town Toronto.” Typically we walk from Union Station or TD Centre to the Gooderham Building and St. James Cathedral, passing many iconic Toronto landmarks such as the Financial District (TD Centre, Commerce Court), Brookfield Place, Front St. East and Berczy Park.
We walk slowly and point out unique spots to shoot. After the walk we encourage participants to explore the Front St and King St. neighbourhoods, including St. Lawrence Market, and St. James Cathedral.
You do not need to have a professional camera. Many participants shoot with smartphones. Many of us are happy to share photography tips! We look forward to welcoming you. Don’t miss this opportunity to network, shoot some unique spots, and enjoy the architecture of downtown TO.
Meeting location: on the day of the meetup we confirm the exact location and route with an email, that also includes tips and other updates.
If you have questions please contact us: tdot@tdot.com
