Beauty In Rust
Once again we explore the inherent beauty found in things full of rust, now forgotten and forlorn. This is one of our loves here at Toad Hollow. There is simply so much character and personality in...
View ArticleA Haunting Beauty
I find myself drawn to very unusual things at times. Things that people would typically pass by without a second thought harken me like a siren’s song. These things cannot be ignored or overlooked....
View ArticleFour Acres of Rust
It’s all in a name, they say, and in this case Four Acres of Rust says it all. Our photography adventures find us exploring all sorts of wonderful spots here on Vancouver Island, and in doing so we...
View ArticleRust On The Boardwalk
I really just can’t help it, I find rust to be visually delicious. It’s got texture, it’s got character, it’s got years of stories hidden under that rich patina, stories that often remain secret and...
View ArticleJordan River – Forgotten In Time
The hands of time relentlessly tick forward, constantly turning the present into the past and creating history. Sometimes this history is profound, and sometimes it is mundane. Sometimes it lives in...
View ArticleThe Magic Of Vancouver Island Farms
When you think of the words “old” and “charm” do you think of Vancouver Island? Not many people do, to be honest. We’re located on the very westerly coast of Canada, with the next stop from here...
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Order Up!
I can’t find much information online about this place, and the brief bit I did find seems to indicate that this roadside restaurant is closed permanently. If true, this is likely a direct result of...
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Headlights In The Field
It’s a real good thing I never grew up here. I would have been in and out of the hospital non-stop for tetanus shots and to sew back on appendages that would have mysteriously been liberated from my...
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For The Love Of Rust
Please be warned that you may need a tetanus shot after reading today’s post, my friends. Today we’re heading back to the Metchosin Pioneer Museum, on Vancouver Island, BC, Canada where we are...
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Bridge Out Ahead
We’ve all seen it before, the cartoon of the hero as he is chased by a mad villain across the countryside. Quickly making left turns, then right turns, trying to evade the bad guy in hot pursuit. All...
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The Weathered Barn
There are many reasons why we love Vancouver Island so much. It’s home to the most glorious oceanfront and beaches, mountains, history and heritage, and of course some really great architecture that...
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Nothing That A Lick Of Paint Won’t Fix
Vancouver Island is a multifaceted place full of character, whimsy and even a bit of intrigue. The little community of Coombs is a great example of this, full of things you just won’t see on a regular...
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Home Is Where You Hang Your Hat
Our first love for photography here on Vancouver Island has to be the homes that dot our landscapes. Whether they are new, modern structures, or old, weathered and character-rich homes, they are all...
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The Rusty Truck And Topaz Labs Detail 3 Plugin
Recently we were contacted by the terrific folks at Topaz Labs with a request to try out their brand new Topaz Labs Detail™ 3 Plugin for Photoshop. Time is critical for us here at The Hollow and thus...
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A Crooked Shed’s Life
Oh, the stories this tired old crooked building could tell. Even its very construct reveals a plethora of secrets and tales of yesterday. But only to those that truly seek them. Old Shed – Langford,...
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A City Landmark Lies Forlorn
Sometimes we encounter a story in the city that is so profound it’s actually difficult to write about. As the years go by the issues become more complex and tangled as people pass on, bylaws change...
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Haulin’ The Goods
It’s an almost magical place that can capture the imagination of those who visit. Especially if you’re a Toad who loves antique heavy duty equipment. You could seriously get lost in here for hours on...
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The Hollow’s Gate
Much like chasing the fabled Yeti through the snow-caps of the Swiss Alps, this has been in the planning stages for years now. Armed with only a 10 megapixel sensor and a 50mm prime lens, we stalked...
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Higgledy-Piggledy House
It’s a scene straight from a Harry Potter movie. Or perhaps it’s the headquarters for the pending zombie infestation, or even the convention facility for the four horsemen of the apocalypse. It...
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Treasures Left Behind
The more I learn about people from previous generations and the hardships and experiences they had, the more I respect and admire them. I think this is a large reason for the inherent interest we all...
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