About

Hi There, Paper Bag Head-crop

My name’s Dave and I created this blog to post some of my photographs. I’ve been shooting since May 2009 and have graduated from a little Panasonic point & shoot to a Canon T2i DSLR. Since purchasing it in March 2010 I’ve learned a lot and have really enjoyed the experience. I’ve been published in a couple of magazines and have won and been runner up in a couple of contests. As for goals around photography I’d rather not say because I don’t want to jinx it. Time will tell.

In case you’re interested, I’m in my 40s and live alone in east Toronto, just outside of the Beaches. As much as I enjoy taking photos, I can’t stand photos of myself.

My Gear: Canon T2i / 550D 18mp DSLR camera and battery grip, a Tamron 17-55mm F2.8 lens and a Canon 55-250 F4-5.6 zoom lens. I’m no longer shooting with the old Panasonic — she will be missed.

So that’s it for now. Comments are always encouraged and welcomed. Enjoy.

31 Responses to About

axinia says:

August 4, 2009 at 10:30 am

nice blog, Dave. Photography is magic, and I am also very keen on it 🙂
Keep up the good work, and enjoy sharing your pictures.
It’s amazing how we all see this beautiful world – everyone in his/her own way, that is truly enjoyable.

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davecandoit says:

August 4, 2009 at 10:40 am

Thanks for the wonderful compliment. I checked out your blog, looks great. You’ve got some very nice photos on it. I’m going to add you to my blogroll. Thanks again for stopping by.

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axinia says:

August 5, 2009 at 3:59 pm

thanks a lot, Dave! actually i have a photblog extra, have you seen it? http://aksinya.wordpress.com/

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davecandoit says:

August 5, 2009 at 4:06 pm

No I didn’t. I just checked it out and WOW! Amazing shots. You’re very talented. Makes me want to go out and take some photos. I’ll add that link to my blogroll too. Thanks.

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rlholmstrom says:

August 6, 2009 at 9:45 pm

After looking at your work, I recommend that you move forward with photography and think your idea of taking a class is a good one. I have definately benefited from classes! I can see that you have the eye for a good shot, understanding of the frame, and a true interest in photography. I think you should definately continue on!

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davecandoit says:

August 6, 2009 at 9:50 pm

That’s very generous of you to say, thanks! I find that around here most of the courses require that you own a dSLR, which I don’t yet. I’m thinking of buying one in the near future, with taking a course to follow. Right now I’m reading books and checking out web sites and trying to learn all I can. The main thing for me is I’m having a great time with my new hobby. Thanks again for popping by and checking out my blog. Y’all come back now, hear!

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sorrentolens says:

September 24, 2009 at 1:19 pm

I like your blog and photos! Nice perspective. Take care.

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- davecandoit says:
  
  September 24, 2009 at 3:21 pm
  
  Thank you for saying so, and thanks for popping by. I usually post a couple of photos a day so be sure to come back for a visit. I saw your sail boat photos, really terrific.
  
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NeNe352 says:

September 26, 2009 at 11:49 am

Hey Dave I love your pictures and the captions that you put with them… I take photos as well and I hope to become a professional one day… Keep up the great work!!!

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- davecandoit says:
  
  September 26, 2009 at 12:46 pm
  
  Thanks so much. Like you I too hope to be a professional one day. It all takes time but it’s fun. Thanks for dropping by and please come again.
  
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Mauro Metallo says:

October 14, 2009 at 8:26 am

Very nice work, Dave. I enjoyed it and came back many times.
Please vist my blog, I would really like to have your opinion about my work.
I’m a music critic from east side Toronto as well: I guess this makes us neighbours…
Best,
Mauro.

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- davecandoit says:
  
  October 14, 2009 at 9:21 am
  
  Thanks neighbour! I’d love to check out your blog, but you didn’t leave a web address. Thanks so much for dropping by and I look forward to visiting your site too.
  
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Mauro Metallo says:

October 14, 2009 at 8:56 pm

Sorry Dave… There you go:
http://maurometallo.wordpress.com/
Please, feel free to visit me and leave a comment.
Best,
Mauro.

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- davecandoit says:
  
  October 14, 2009 at 9:10 pm
  
  Thanks Mauro, I’ll check it out.
  
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Z says:

October 19, 2009 at 9:40 pm

sir, thanks for the magic of your photos. and, the links:-) newbie. all the best.

http://www.aborlan.wordpress.com

Z

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- davecandoit says:
  
  October 20, 2009 at 8:09 am
  
  Thanks for the nice comment and thank you for dropping by.
  
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kcjewel says:

October 25, 2009 at 11:26 pm

this is a very fun place to visit… looking forward to spending more time here enjoying your photos. i find photography one of the best therapies there is. i use a point and shoot also, but as Chase Jarvis says… the best camera is the one that is with you!! : )

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- davecandoit says:
  
  October 26, 2009 at 7:46 am
  
  Thanks for saying so. I checked out your blog also and love your photos. Hope you come back again.
  
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Kmo says:

November 22, 2009 at 1:33 am

I’m a big fan of the blog’s title. As soon as I saw it, I knew I had to check out your site! Great pictures!

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Alan says:

December 9, 2009 at 4:35 am

Great photos, and although you say you are a beginner, all i can say, photos show otherwise :-). Keep up the good work

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- davecandoit says:
  
  December 9, 2009 at 8:03 am
  
  That’s very kind of you to say, Alan, thanks.
  
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Branden Louie says:

January 10, 2010 at 10:21 pm

Great photos. You have a great eye.

Cheers
Branden

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- davecandoit says:
  
  January 10, 2010 at 10:28 pm
  
  Thanks, Brandon. And thanks for popping by my blog.
  
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uncoveringyou says:

January 14, 2010 at 10:34 pm

great site Dave…and nice to come across a fellow Canadian :):) I’m ottawa based 🙂

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- davecandoit says:
  
  January 15, 2010 at 7:55 am
  
  How about that, another Canuck. I spent a month in Ottawa on business about four years ago. Unfortunately, it was one of the coldest months so I didn’t get out much. Plus, I wasn’t into photography back then. I have friends up there and plan to visit this year when I get a good camera. Thanks for popping by. Hope you come around again. I’ll check out your blog later.
  
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  - uncoveringyou says:
    
    January 15, 2010 at 11:42 am
    
    judging from some of your photos…it won’t matter if your camera is “good” or not…you have a great eye for composing your shots!
    In the summer, there are TONS of great pictures to be had here in Ottawa 🙂
y says:

February 13, 2010 at 9:50 am

hi, Dave – did i tell you i like your header photo? is that new? i don’t remember seeing it before! hope you’re well.

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- davecandoit says:
  
  February 13, 2010 at 10:51 am
  
  Thanks, Y. I typically change up my header every couple of weeks to a month. I’ve created a few dozen of them by cropping my photos to the appropriate width/height and then saving them in a “blog header” folder. My new blog, which is ready to go but not launched yet, has no header photo, so I’m going to miss that.
  
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prafeston says:

June 24, 2010 at 10:35 am

I bought a T1i in November…didn’t realize there was a T2i coming out. Still loving the camera alot though. My first DSLR. I’ve never had a nice digital camera. Got through my Photography classes in College on a 1973 Canon FTb. Just started a wordpress. Will be updating it lots with anything under the sun…but there will surely be a lot of photography as I’ve just started a 365 project. Photo a day! http://prafeston.wordpress.com

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- davecandoit says:
  
  June 24, 2010 at 11:01 am
  
  Thanks for popping by. I checked out your blog too. Looks like you’re off to a good start. I’d considered the T1i when it first came out but was actually holding off for Nikon to update it’s D90 camera. I love my T2i but I’m now sort of wishing I’d gone with the 7D. Best of luck with your 365 project.
  
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