For years I passed this mural for “Valentino’s”. It had outlived it’s namesake, but still remained lively and odd, sparking a now usual discussion about the looks on the faces of the characters.
The mural depicts a masked Zorro-like horseman and a woman (helpless prisoner?) at a flagpost. He appears to be […]

Filed under: Toronto, the disappearing city on March 30th, 2007 | No Comments »

The El Mocambo in Toronto is one of those places that appears humble (if not a little run down) to the unknowing passerby, but is wildly rich with history, legend and rock n roll tales to tell.
If the El Mo was a person, it would be a ragged old man, wrinkled from whiskey and years, […]

Filed under: Toronto on March 24th, 2007 | 1 Comment »

Jack’s Barber Shop, in the Summerhill area of Yonge Street, doesn’t call much attention to itself. The window is clear of lettering or neons and the signage is flat and simple (nothing flashy, that’s for sure) but inside is a wondrous little trip into Toronto past.
The vintage Hanson-brand barber chairs are pale blue and […]

Filed under: Toronto on March 5th, 2007 | No Comments »

I was interviewed last week by a reporter from Ryerson University’s, Ryersonian.
We talked about the project and a bit about my work (and relative history as a photographer and alumnae). It appears in the campus paper this week.
If you’re interested, you can view the article online .

Filed under: circa on March 5th, 2007 | No Comments »