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Top 5 Places to Photograph

4/1/2019

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This guest post was contributed by local photographer Janine Jones.
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There are many places I like to take photos in St. Thomas. Reasons being that there is some great architecture and nature spots in the area.
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1. The Courthouse District

I love the vibe in this area. The old houses mixed in with different types of churches, and other great buildings. Old tall trees which carry years of stories. I love being in this area.
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Spring Sunset on Gladstone April 2018
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Supermoon January 2019

2. Downtown

Again, with the architecture. City Hall, and the CASO Station are the most prominent features of the downtown area. Buildings that look good in all seasons. CASO in particular is one of my all-time favourite buildings. Once a transportation hub, now a home for local businesses and events. I buy coffee there, I insure my car there, I have spent many hours at psychic fairs held in the hall, and I have even spent many work lunch breaks sitting outside the building. A real gem in the heart of the city.

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City Hall January 2019
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Summer Sunset at CASO June 2016

3. Jumbo & Area

How could you not like Jumbo? A giant elephant, lit up with by coloured lights. An attraction for all to see and enjoy, despite the tragic story of this elephant. There are also cute houses, and other buildings in the area which I really like. The Old St. Thomas church looks amazing lit up in blue hour!

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Jumbo Sunset May 2018
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Old St. Thomas Church May 2018

4. Lake Margaret

Based at the south side of Pinafore Park, is Lake Margaret -- home to many birds and other wildlife. It's nice to have a lake in the city to relax at and enjoy nature.
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Late Summer Sunset September 2017
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Moody Morning October 2018

5. Pinafore Park

Last but not least, my favourite chill spot in the city. Whether it's meditating in the forest, walking my dog along the paths, or doing fun photoshoots with friends on the bridge, there is no shortage of things to do here. No matter the season.

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Christmas at Pinafore December 2017
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Change of Season September 2018

Author

Janine Jones is a local photographer. She has been taking photos for 25+ years, but decided to get serious about her passion by studying digital photography at a post-secondary level in 2011. She received formal qualification from Open College Dublin in January of 2012.

She mostly shoots landscapes, architecture, street fashion, and nature.  If you are interested in prints or shoots, please contact her!

She hopes you enjoyed her selection of favourite locations to photograph in the St. Thomas. You can see more content or request prints through instagram @viewsfromthe519 or on her website http://www.janinejones.net
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1 Comment
victoria
11/30/2021 06:33:30 pm

would love to see some pics of the creative round about art works would draw a lot of people. Love the idea

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