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Iconic Toronto: A Transit Fan’s History of the TTC’s CLRV Streetcar
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Iconic Toronto: A Transit Fan’s History of the TTC’s CLRV Streetcar

The Canadian Light Rail Vehicle (CLRV) has been a unique staple of Toronto for 40 years. They’ve rumbled across Toronto streets ever since September 30, 1979. Now, they are retired as of December 29th, 2019.

Trippy Terra Lumina is a Futuristic Night Walk Exhibit at Toronto Zoo
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Trippy Terra Lumina is a Futuristic Night Walk Exhibit at Toronto Zoo

Terra Lumina, by Moment Factory takes you on an enchanted night walk into the future in the year 2099 in a world where man, nature and the animal kingdom live as one. It is a 1.5 kilometer journey at the Toronto Zoo that starts when you enter a portal of light that takes you around…

Tdot Shots Photo Walks 2020 (Meet-ups for Photographers in Toronto & GTA)
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Tdot Shots Photo Walks 2020 (Meet-ups for Photographers in Toronto & GTA)

We are excited to announce the photo walk schedule for this year! 2020 promises to bring new opportunities for photographers to network and check out new and iconic locations around the city.

We have mixed in some new walks along with some of our traditional favourites like U of T and the downtown business district (Bay and King). Many of our walks will coincide with events in Toronto – this year we walk during the Contact Photo Festival, Doors Open, and the Indigenous Art Festival at Fort York.

Toronto Light Festival at Distillery District (Winter Fun and Photo Ops)
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Toronto Light Festival at Distillery District (Winter Fun and Photo Ops)

This year’s Toronto Light Festival is one of the best in recent years. If you’re looking for an evening of magical family fun head down to the beautiful, historic Distillery District to check out the Light Installations.

How Do I Get My Photo Shared on Feature Pages and Hubs like Tdot Shots? (Instagram Tips)
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How Do I Get My Photo Shared on Feature Pages and Hubs like Tdot Shots? (Instagram Tips)

Welcome to Tdot Shots. We’re a community-based Instagram account showcasing photos from our supporters in Toronto and the GTA. Are you interested in getting features?  If so these tips are for you. Please read on.  Also be sure to read the post on Best Size and Aspect Ratio for Social Media We try to mostly…

Toronto Photo Contest Winners and Finalists Announcement
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Toronto Photo Contest Winners and Finalists Announcement

We are happy to announce the winners and finalists of our 2019 Toronto Photo Contest. Thank you to our sponsor ProLab Canada and our judges: Taku aka @smaku, Kurt aka @kurt.wang and Mike aka @mikesimpson.ms Winners received a $100 gift certificate from ProLab Canada.All finalists received offers to participate in a Tdot Shots interview feature….

Killer Sun and Light Rays for Photo and Video Using Red Giant’s Trapcode Shine and Adobe CC (Visual FX)
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Killer Sun and Light Rays for Photo and Video Using Red Giant’s Trapcode Shine and Adobe CC (Visual FX)

Enhancing a photo or video clip is common business nowadays but what tools do you use when you want it realistic and bringing that wow factor at the same time? While there are many tools I’ve found for adding realistic sun rays and lens flare effects on desktop and mobile (I’m thinking tools like Luminar…