Digital, 2022.
Pink blossoms blooming in the golden afternoon light during spring in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Yellow petunias lit up by the golden sun on a sunny spring day in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Beautiful coral-orange tulips during a sunny day in spring.
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Digital, 2022.
Blooming magnolias on a sunny spring day. The blue sky and bright sunlight made a beautiful backdrop for these gorgeous flowers.
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Digital, 2022.
Beautiful cherry blossoms against a clear blue sky. The bright sunlight shining through the delicate petals paired with the blue sky really made quite a scene.
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Digital, 2022.
Some stunning cherry blossoms from this year. Year after year, I look forward to seeing these pretty pink flowers bloom.
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Digital, 2022.
Magenta tulips and purple phlox flowers taken while on a walk. Every year, I look forward to when the green landscapes transform into something more colourful.
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Digital, 2022.
While grocery shopping this past spring, I couldn’t help but notice how gorgeous these hydrangeas were. I love when flowers start showing up in stores because not only does that mean the weather is getting warmer, but also I get an opportunity to photograph some beautiful blooms. Luckily, these were outside so I was able to get some nice natural lighting.
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Digital, 2021.
My first visit to Toronto’s Shrine Peace Memorial. The memorial serves as a symbol of friendship and peace between Canada and the United States. It’s located on the CNE grounds and there are flower gardens nearby.
The sky was very hazy on the day we chose to visit. This resulted in really lovely subdued even lighting. Overcast skies are my preferred choice of lighting whenever I’m shooting outdoors. It’s easier to achieve soft and well exposed photos. Sunny days usually result in harsh shadows and uneven lighting which isn’t what I’m usually trying to achieve.
When photographing the allium flowers (the circular flowers that look like fireworks), I unluckily walked into a spiderweb. I felt something on my face and went to wipe it off. All I remember seeing is a speck of black on my palm with many legs. Maybe it was an ant. But with my luck and fear of spiders, it was probably a spider. I didn’t check to see what it was as I immediately started shaking my hand. Did I shriek a little? Why yes, yes I did.
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Digital, 2021.
Another trip to the Toronto Music Gardens! This visit was done on a weekday which resulted in a nearly empty space. I prefer no people in my photographs so that was a bonus for me. Plus, it feels like the whole garden is there just for you.
The Music Gardens initially were meant for the city of Boston but when those plans fell through, Toronto stepped in and the gardens found their home here. Inspired by Bach, the garden is meant to be explored while listening to specific musical pieces. I have not had a chance to try that out myself but I can say that the garden is gorgeous and special all on its own, as well.
Since my first visits here occurred this year during summer, I’m very curious to see what the landscape will look like in autumn, with red and orange leaves everywhere. Or in winter, with fresh snow clinging to the trees and architecture.
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