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Winter White : Winter White : The first week of February 2008 and three major snow storms have whacked us back to back in just as many days. A short meander about the perimeter of my neighbourhood in the storms aftermath provides for a few photographic opportunities, despite the passing nasty weather. (Plus a few additional ship images from about the same time period).

Winter White

Winter White : The first week of February 2008 and three major snow st ...

Updated: Mar 16, 2008 7:36pm PST

Prince Edward County, Ontario : Vacation 2007: For the past twenty years or so, we have vacationed at least a week or more, every summer in the County of Prince Edward, located in Central Ontario, Canada on the shores of Lake Ontario. Arranged in this gallery is just a few of my favourite images pulled together from several larger collections, all taken during a single, one week vacation in July of 2007. Thanx for looking in. Steve

Prince Edward County, Ontario

Vacation 2007: For the past twenty years or so, we have vacationed at ...

Updated: May 07, 2008 4:44pm PST

EAST COAST , Canada : Vacation 2006: This gallery is my very first attempt at DSLR photography (Minolta 7D). These are a collection of images, captured while travelling through Quebec and several East Coast Provinces of Canada while vacationing with my family in August of 2006. Your comments and observations are most welcome. Thank you for visiting.

EAST COAST , Canada

Vacation 2006: This gallery is my very first attempt at DSLR photograp ...

Updated: May 10, 2008 9:20pm PST

Odds'n Ends : A mish-mash of misplaced and orphaned images without a place to call home. Might as well park it all here, as good a place as any I guess.

Odds'n Ends

A mish-mash of misplaced and orphaned images without a place to call h ...

Updated: Feb 25, 2008 8:41pm PST

Galleries

Great Grey :

Great Grey

Updated: May 10, 2008 8:47pm PST

Wedding Party : Shots (stolen) from the sidelines, a wedding party photo-op under the International Canada/USA Blue Water Bridge in Sarnia.

Wedding Party

Shots (stolen) from the sidelines, a wedding party photo-op under the ...

Updated: Dec 11, 2007 7:56pm PST

Engine 6069 : ENGINE 6069 : A Static Study in Steam - Bayview Park, Sarnia, Ontario, Canada

Engine 6069

ENGINE 6069 : A Static Study in Steam - Bayview Park, Sarnia, Ontario, ...

Updated: Dec 02, 2007 7:06pm PST

TIN MEN : TIN MEN : The original "Ruffnecks". I stumbled upon this interesting photo-op purely by accident while out on a drive in the countryside desperately looking for anything to shoot. These stoic but handsome, full-size "Oil-Patch" workers were found scattered randomly about a number of still producing, low pressure oil fields covering several square miles in and about the town of Oil Springs, Ontario. According to the history books, this is the location where it all began, the first commercial oil well production in North America that subsequently started the global search for the black gold and where the Age of Oil all began. I don't claim to know much about these remarkable full size steel figures, but they were constructed by a local folk artist Murray Watson(see link). I understand that each one of these handsome fellas are modelled after real people(past & present)residing in the local area. Folk Art Statues by Murray Watson of Oil Springs Ontario: http://www.petroliaheritage.com/oilSprings.htm

TIN MEN

TIN MEN : The original "Ruffnecks". I stumbled upon this interesting ...

Updated: Mar 26, 2008 6:14am PST

The Dunes : The Dunes of Sandbanks Provincial Park in Prince Edward County, a spit of sand bordered by West Lake and Lake Ontario.

The Dunes

The Dunes of Sandbanks Provincial Park in Prince Edward County, a spit ...

Updated: Dec 08, 2007 1:18pm PST

Ajax Downs : Quarter Horse racing, a day of hooves'n horsepower at Ajax Downs Race Track.

Ajax Downs

Quarter Horse racing, a day of hooves'n horsepower at Ajax Downs Race ...

Updated: Sep 21, 2007 10:37pm PST

Canada Day 2007 : Canada Day Celebrations 2007 in the park, small town Ajax, Ontario, Canada.

Canada Day 2007

Canada Day Celebrations 2007 in the park, small town Ajax, Ontario, Ca ...

Updated: Jul 06, 2007 9:09am PST

OSPREY NEST : A family of two adult Osprey, with three fledglings still in the roost.

OSPREY NEST

A family of two adult Osprey, with three fledglings still in the roost ...

Updated: May 12, 2008 7:56am PST

MUSTANG DRIVE-IN : The Mustang Drive-In, Picton, Ontario, Canada. Absolutely on the definitely "must do" list while we are vacationing in the Picton area and that is to attend the local drive-in. A fun place to take the family for a great evening of movies and entertainment. Have some fun, Paul the owner will personally see to it. Thank you for visiting. Link : http://www.thechequesinthemail.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1

MUSTANG DRIVE-IN

The Mustang Drive-In, Picton, Ontario, Canada. Absolutely on the defin ...

Updated: Aug 20, 2007 9:08pm PST

Muskoka Chair : A study of the Muskoka chair.

Muskoka Chair

A study of the Muskoka chair.

Updated: Dec 10, 2007 4:37pm PST

Autumn Cornucopia : About mid-summer, I made a mental note to come back to this location with my trusty shooter and take a few snaps. Although I think I missed the peak shoot time by about a week or so, I did manage to steal a couple of keepers just the same.

Autumn Cornucopia

About mid-summer, I made a mental note to come back to this location w ...

Updated: Oct 11, 2007 4:35pm PST

JUNGLE BRASS : JUNGLE BRASS: This interesting little spot is actually on the sidewalk, outside of the store front of a little shop, barely a stones throw from the bustle of downtown Toronto. All of these interesting curios are tightly spread over an area no larger than twenty-five or thirty feet at best. Right next door is my sons orthodontist, so while he is inside having the braces adjusted, I finally remembered to bring my trusty shooter and stole a few images to kill the time. I hope you like them.

JUNGLE BRASS

JUNGLE BRASS: This interesting little spot is actually on the sidewalk ...

Updated: Dec 22, 2007 3:47pm PST

Tree Gnomes : These are images of the last, best examples of the remaining Tree Gnomes that still reside in our local wood. This ethereal community was once much, much larger. Alas, hapless victims of urban sprawl, vandalism, nature's ravage and the violence of the ubiquitous chainsaw have taken their toll. Fortunately, in archive I have photo captures on print film of the many other members of the enclave, now long since gone . Someday, when I have lots of time, ... I will scan the ghost photo's and post.

Tree Gnomes

These are images of the last, best examples of the remaining Tree Gnom ...

Updated: Sep 11, 2007 8:11am PST

"PINK LLOYD" : I would like to introduce you to a genuine character by the name of "PINK LLOYD" MacLean of Point Edward, (Sarnia) Ontario, Canada. While passing through this tiny village recently, my wife and I literally stumbled into the "PINK" sitting upon his lofty perch, pontificating to the feeble minions who stop before his humble abode. Holding public court, "LLOYD" awaits the world to congregate before him, to hear him speak eloquently of worldly deeds, colloquial witticisms and off-coloured banter for all but the most delicate of ears.

"PINK LLOYD"

I would like to introduce you to a genuine character by the name of " ...

Updated: Oct 09, 2007 5:23pm PST

HandWorks TammyLove : Hand Works, the Tammy Love Studio in Bloomfield, the largest selection of fine handcrafts and eclectic stuff in south eastern Ontario, Canada that your ever going to see. The Effervescent Tammy, graciously left me to wonder about the property, snapping my shutter away. Unfortunately, many of the shots were taken with a Pentax 7.1MP P&S and half with my 7D DSLR. I only wish that I had more time, to take my time here!

HandWorks TammyLove

Hand Works, the Tammy Love Studio in Bloomfield, the largest selection ...

Updated: Aug 08, 2007 10:18am PST

Air Trenton : The Trenton, Ontario, Canada air museum. A collection of mostly vintage Canadian Military jet aircraft on field display. The centrepiece of this unique collection is the WWII Halifax bomber currently undergoing a full frame restoration. It was raised from a Norwegian lake bottom a few years ago in several pieces, after some 60 years being submerged in the mud. Simultaneously, a new hanger building construction is underway that will display this last remaining example of a Halifax bomber in North America.

Air Trenton

The Trenton, Ontario, Canada air museum. A collection of mostly vintag ...

Updated: Aug 03, 2007 7:54am PST

My Neighbourhood : Early spring and summer walkabouts the neighbourhood, close to our home in Ajax, Canada.

My Neighbourhood

Early spring and summer walkabouts the neighbourhood, close to our hom ...

Updated: Jun 26, 2007 7:38pm PST

Car Parts I : Car Parts, a sweltering summers evening at the local Hot Rod Street Meet.... nuff said !

Car Parts I

Car Parts, a sweltering summers evening at the local Hot Rod Street Me ...

Updated: Jul 04, 2007 7:53am PST

Car Parts II : Combining two of my passions, cars and photography. I enjoy breaking cars into visual parts, capturing only the essence of the vehicle as best I can.

Car Parts II

Combining two of my passions, cars and photography. I enjoy breaking c ...

Updated: Aug 06, 2007 2:25pm PST

Car Parts III : The only Car Parts that I managed to steal were these few pics. Stolen from the Oshawa, Ontario, summers end car show in the park for 2007.

Car Parts III

The only Car Parts that I managed to steal were these few pics. Stolen ...

Updated: Oct 14, 2007 7:43am PST

The Muskoka's : Several images captured around the Gravenhurst area in the Muskoka's of Canada, while on a family vacation, the summer of 2005.

The Muskoka's

Several images captured around the Gravenhurst area in the Muskoka's o ...

Updated: Sep 17, 2006 6:24am PST

Summer Flowers of 07 : My very first foray in to the botanical flora and fauna in the summer of 07. Assorted pics of the colorful foliage around the West Lake, Sun Rise Cottages and at the Wharing House, a local dinner pub in Prince Edward County

Summer Flowers of 07

My very first foray in to the botanical flora and fauna in the summer ...

Updated: Aug 26, 2007 8:37pm PST

Toronto Zoo : The Toronto Zoo, Canada. At 710 acres, 10 plus kilometres of walking trails and over 5,000 animals covering 460 different species, makes this is one of the largest zoos in the world.

Toronto Zoo

The Toronto Zoo, Canada. At 710 acres, 10 plus kilometres of walking t ...

Updated: Aug 12, 2007 6:29pm PST

BMW "Bench Mark Works" : Errol & Sean Weaver, proprietors of "Bench Mark Works" , ..... B.M.W. .... , a custom shop specializing in BMW motorcycle vintage parts and restorations are located in the tiny hamlet of Milford, Ontario, Canada. The featured bike in for engine repairs this week is the original German Army motorcycle c/w sidecar that was used in the 1966-68 television series "The Rat Patrol". PS: The owner pulled the side-car mounted machine-gun prior to shipping!

BMW "Bench Mark Works"

Errol & Sean Weaver, proprietors of "Bench Mark Works" , ..... B.M.W. ...

Updated: Aug 12, 2007 8:44am PST

Santa Parade / Ajax 2006 : Santa has arrived and he's visiting the town of Ajax, Ontario, located on the eastern outskirts of Toronto, Canada. (My youngest was in the parade) As for me, I'm test driving for the first time a newly acquired/used AF-80-200:2.8-APO-HS-G lens for my Minolta 7D. This lens is no longer made, but is widely considered to be one of their very best glass assemblies. I'm learning and hope to eventual do it some imagery justice.

Santa Parade / Ajax 2006

Santa has arrived and he's visiting the town of Ajax, Ontario, located ...

Updated: Dec 10, 2006 9:27pm PST

XmasEveSnaps06 : A quiet family gathering on the Eve of Christmas 2006.

XmasEveSnaps06

A quiet family gathering on the Eve of Christmas 2006.

Updated: Dec 27, 2006 9:37pm PST

Scarborough Bluffs : A delightful couple I met in the Scarborough, Bluffers Park, who became my models for the moment.

Scarborough Bluffs

A delightful couple I met in the Scarborough, Bluffers Park, who becam ...

Updated: Apr 27, 2008 8:50pm PST

Sub-DOO'd : Foto/Phunn/Thingy: This is known in the Jet-Boat Community as a "Sub-Move" whereby at speed the reverse gates are enabled and the thrust jets are thrown into reverse, forcing the bow down and actually submerging the entire 2,000 pound boat under water! Pics taken internally from a JVC Mini-DVD tape camcorder, with less than 1MP and heavily PP, hence the very poor image quality.

Sub-DOO'd

Foto/Phunn/Thingy: This is known in the Jet-Boat Community as a "Sub-M ...

Updated: Sep 16, 2006 10:29pm PST

Video : Sub-Move : A Sea Doo Jet Boat Dive, aka: A Sub Move. This is the complete submersion of my 2000 pound jet-boat at 50 mph!

Video : Sub-Move

A Sea Doo Jet Boat Dive, aka: A Sub Move. This is the complete submers ...

Updated: Dec 17, 2007 7:23pm PST

Winter White : Winter White : The first week of February 2008 and three major snow storms have whacked us back to back in just as many days. A short meander about the perimeter of my neighbourhood in the storms aftermath provides for a few photographic opportunities, despite the passing nasty weather. (Plus a few additional ship images from about the same time period).

Winter White

Winter White : The first week of February 2008 and three major snow st ...

Updated: Mar 16, 2008 7:36pm PST

Prince Edward County, Ontario : Vacation 2007: For the past twenty years or so, we have vacationed at least a week or more, every summer in the County of Prince Edward, located in Central Ontario, Canada on the shores of Lake Ontario. Arranged in this gallery is just a few of my favourite images pulled together from several larger collections, all taken during a single, one week vacation in July of 2007. Thanx for looking in. Steve

Prince Edward County, Ontario

Vacation 2007: For the past twenty years or so, we have vacationed at ...

Updated: May 07, 2008 4:44pm PST

EAST COAST , Canada : Vacation 2006: This gallery is my very first attempt at DSLR photography (Minolta 7D). These are a collection of images, captured while travelling through Quebec and several East Coast Provinces of Canada while vacationing with my family in August of 2006. Your comments and observations are most welcome. Thank you for visiting.

EAST COAST , Canada

Vacation 2006: This gallery is my very first attempt at DSLR photograp ...

Updated: May 10, 2008 9:20pm PST

Odds'n Ends : A mish-mash of misplaced and orphaned images without a place to call home. Might as well park it all here, as good a place as any I guess.

Odds'n Ends

A mish-mash of misplaced and orphaned images without a place to call h ...

Updated: Feb 25, 2008 8:41pm PST

Wild Critters :

Wild Critters

Updated: May 12, 2008 7:57am PST

Forum(s) Image Uploads : Holding gallery for image transfer uploads to e-Bay, photography or other forums.

Forum(s) Image Uploads

Holding gallery for image transfer uploads to e-Bay, photography or ot ...

Updated: May 07, 2008 5:18am PST

Your Bio

Hello and welcome to my humble photo gallery.

Over the past 30 some years, I have been fortunate enough to have owned a few of Minolta's best SLR (film) offerings, their use being mainly for family and holiday/vacation snaps. In 2005, a whole new set of photographic opportunities opened for me in the digital realm that film never offered me, but this was not going to be an easy transition. After staring at a spank'n new and very intimidating Minolta 7D DSLR sitting on my shelf for well over a year, I finally summed up the courage, dusted off the beast and recharged the batteries. I decided that I had better learn how to use it or lose it. So, blessed with a little intestinal fortitude and loads of beginners luck, the photographic result was "EAST COAST Canada", my very first real foray into digital photography. Come in and peruse my galleries, your C&C is welcome.

The gallery "MOST POPULAR PHOTOS" is determined by YOUR input, so please do. Feel free to leave a comment or two if so compelled. It's good for my ego. Let me thank you all in advance, especially to the many regular and repeat visitors here to my gallery.

Enjoy.

Thank you for visiting, Steve.

NOTE: The photos in these gallery's are the exclusive property of Steve Beland, unless otherwise noted. If for any reason whatsoever, you wish to use my photos privately, publicly, commercially, hot-linked, purchased or otherwise, please contact me via email; stvbelandATrogersDOTcom (replace: AT/@ & DOT/.)

Psssst!: Did I mention that these images are for sale and prints can be ordered directly from this site?

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