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I have been documenting the changing face of this neighborhood since 2005 to the present day. I never imagined that going to a photo meetup here would provide me with enough content and inspiration to continue to photograph the dynamic changes taking place as the neighborhood transformed from a dead retail strip on Dundas with derelict and shuttered industry to the hot hipster neighborhood it’s become. The Junction was not always known as such, it was rather West Toronto neighborhood, which for a large part was more often referred to the Stockyards. Meat processing is the only original industry that is still present today, to the dismay of residents. Industry was centralized here as the area had lower land prices and taxes and the creation of an official port of entry. Also Canadian Pacific developed a large rail yard which extends from Keele to Scarlet road. This led to massive industrial and commercial development which stayed for the most part until closures started with these companies in 2005.

Canada packers, CCM, Campbell Milling and Heinzman piano company were the most notable companies, which all have been converted respectfully to a large mall, another mall complex and a high rise condo. Other buildings such as the Symes waste transfer station and Sherwin Williams and Houghton plant were recently converted into a brewery, a failed condo development now waiting to be sold, and a studio complex with a gym and printing facilities. The first spot I photographed was the old Sherwin Williams plant in late 2005 on a cold Christmas weekend and it peaked my curiosity about industry in the city. Another notable location I visited multiple times was the old GE plant, which as of today (2018) is completely redeveloped. The old Bunge complex, which was located on St.Clair west of Keele was my personal favorite spot to visit while it was intact. I must have been 8 times and got to know the entire complex quite well. It was knocked over very quickly and the large stockyards mall took it’s place.

The story of my junction documentary project is quite extensive and the best way to discover more is to look at the captions on the images. I enjoyed exploring an area with so much industrial diversity so close to home and find myself wishing I still had something like this in my backyard.

Photos featured are from late 2005 to present, both film (in various formats, 35mm, 120,) and digital. Images are noted by their previous name, what they have been converted to, as well as approximate location.

Silent Hill Nurse Costume by Katelyn

I changed the headpiece to a bloodstained surgical mask. It worked better.

Silent Howlers 1 by Peter Hasselbom

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More from the british artist Laura Ford. Again one have to admire her skill with textures. It's clear that the little girls shoes are made of some kind of fabric.

The setting is a bit apart, it would have fitted better on a rainy back alley.

Silent Lights by New York City Department of Transportation

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The Department of Transportation's Urban Art Program, the Brooklyn Arts Council, the Red Hook Initiative and artists Valeria Bianco, Shagun Singh and Michelle Brick present Silent Lights, a light installation that is activated by the surrounding sounds of traffic. The five gateway structures are installed on a sidewalk at Navy Street and Park Avenue in Brooklyn. The structural elements line the pedestrian pathway and LED lights have been mounted to these structures. As cars make noise, the installation visualizes the noise by illuminating the metal panels in different colors allowing passersby to see the noise in various patterns rather than just hearing the noise. The artists aim to bring awareness to noise pollution within the surrounding community.

NYCDOT Urban Art Program, pARTners

Silent Lights by Valeria Bianco, Shagun Singh and Michelle Brick

Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership

Sidewalk, Navy Street and Park Avenue, Brooklyn

www.nyc.gov/urbanart

www.rhicenter.org/

www.brooklynartscouncil.org/

www.artistsbuildcollaborative.com

Silent Hill Nurse by John

SILENT NIGHT by zanettco

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Silent night, holy night,

All is calm, all is bright,

Round yon virgin mother and child,

Holy infant so tender and mild,

Sleep in heavenly peace,

Sleep in heavenly peace.

Silent night, holy night,

Shepherds quake at the sight,

Glories stream from heaven afar,

Heavenly hosts sing alleluia;

Christ the Savior, is born!

Silent night, holy night,

Son of God, love's pure light,

Radiant beams from thy holy face,

With the dawn of redeeming grace,

Jesus, Lord, at thy birth,

Jesus, Lord, at thy birth.

Silent Hill Nurse Costume by Katelyn

I changed the headpiece to a bloodstained surgical mask. It worked better.

Silent Siren by WxMom

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Another photo for The Firewater Lounge, the Silent Siren is yummy. Jason wasn't happy with the orange slice, so he like this photo where it was shadowed more then the photos with light bounced onto it.

Recipe is here.

Silent Moves, 1980 by Paul Wright

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A Silent Moves publicity photo, I am second from left.

Silent by Spry Ken

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SIlent and late

silent.... by moad aqeel

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nothing much to say about this picture but ...silent and mysterious....

Silent Hill by Paul Joseph

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On the set of the film Silent Hill in Brantford, Ontario - Canada.

Silent Revolution by RoB

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Silent Night by Darien High School

Silent Disco by Ayesha Casely-Hayford

written and directed by Mark Rigby

Silent progress! by highplains68

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E802 railset departs Clyde behind near silent 8606.

Video

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Silent Running Drones by Camwader Jon

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Huey, Dewey and Louie

Silent Junction - Toronto by Kathy Toth

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Portfolio || Toronto Graffiti Archive || Instagram

More from the outside of Bunge.

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I have been documenting the changing face of this neighborhood since 2005 to the present day. I never imagined that going to a photo meetup here would provide me with enough content and inspiration to continue to photograph the dynamic changes taking place as the neighborhood transformed from a dead retail strip on Dundas with derelict and shuttered industry to the hot hipster neighborhood it’s become. The Junction was not always known as such, it was rather West Toronto neighborhood, which for a large part was more often referred to the Stockyards. Meat processing is the only original industry that is still present today, to the dismay of residents. Industry was centralized here as the area had lower land prices and taxes and the creation of an official port of entry. Also Canadian Pacific developed a large rail yard which extends from Keele to Scarlet road. This led to massive industrial and commercial development which stayed for the most part until closures started with these companies in 2005.

Canada packers, CCM, Campbell Milling and Heinzman piano company were the most notable companies, which all have been converted respectfully to a large mall, another mall complex and a high rise condo. Other buildings such as the Symes waste transfer station and Sherwin Williams and Houghton plant were recently converted into a brewery, a failed condo development now waiting to be sold, and a studio complex with a gym and printing facilities. The first spot I photographed was the old Sherwin Williams plant in late 2005 on a cold Christmas weekend and it peaked my curiosity about industry in the city. Another notable location I visited multiple times was the old GE plant, which as of today (2018) is completely redeveloped. The old Bunge complex, which was located on St.Clair west of Keele was my personal favorite spot to visit while it was intact. I must have been 8 times and got to know the entire complex quite well. It was knocked over very quickly and the large stockyards mall took it’s place.

The story of my junction documentary project is quite extensive and the best way to discover more is to look at the captions on the images. I enjoyed exploring an area with so much industrial diversity so close to home and find myself wishing I still had something like this in my backyard.

Photos featured are from late 2005 to present, both film (in various formats, 35mm, 120,) and digital. Images are noted by their previous name, what they have been converted to, as well as approximate location.

Silent Hill (2006) by Alexanderkip

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A woman named Rose Da Silva goes in search for her troubled daughter, Sharon Da Silva within the confines of a strange, desolate town called "Silent Hill." She is very concerned Sharon who has been experiencing severe nightmares and has begun sleepwalking. Their only clue to the girl's condition is her repetition of Silent Hill. Desperate for answers, Rose takes Sharon to the town of Silent Hill, despite Christopher's opposition. She reaches the town, but is knocked unconscious in a car crash, and awakens to find Sharon is missing.

Silent... ...But Deadly! by Elliott Feldman

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The sniper, or the grim reaper dressed as a mime? Only YOU can decide!

Silent by kayla_redner

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I took this picture of my dog when she was in my yard waiting silently for me to through her tennis balls. I enjoy this picture for a few reasons. One reason is barbecue my dog was just sitting there so quietly and patiently. I also enjoy this picture because the tennis balls do not just jump out at you, it is almost like you have to search for them.

silent memories by Cristian Photocuba

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Silent by delgrosso

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Silent Hill Nurse by Jonathan

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Silent Hill Nurse Photoshoot at PMX 2012. Taken with 5D MIII

Silent Hill by mrksaari

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From Finncon 2009.

Mummy or zombie, I don't really know. Cool costume & make up!

Edit: oh, it was costume from Silent Hill movie.