The Tempered Room (Paris in Parkdale) - A peak behind the scenes

saajid motala April 2, 2020

6 years ago I worked at a doughnut place in Parkdale. Being the Diabetic that I was I couldn’t just eat every surgery morsel in the place, so I’d take a small walk to The Tempered Room to down a less surgery but equally carb-filled croissant,

5 years later we moved into the neighborhood and by chance, we befriended the new owners: Greg and Hum. when they invited me into their kitchen to take a few photos I jumped at the chance! Not only did they own the joint but they were the head chefs.

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K-2s0- A still life - Self Isolation Week One

saajid motala March 10, 2020

There a meme going around, a joke that goes something like ”geek have been ready for self-isolation since childhood ” it would away have a photo of a gamer or whatnot. I’m also seeing the same joke but rather than the geek its an independent artist or freelancer. I’m both, geek and independent freelancer….. I hope I’m ready for this.

Beatsync Acappella

saajid motala March 3, 2020

Beatsync Acappella needed some promotional photos of themselves practicing so they invited me to there rehearsal space to document them doing what they do best.

Beatsync is an eight-piece a cappella ensemble from Toronto, Ontario combining eclectic repertoire with dynamic beats and sophisticated arrangements. From pop to electronic to classic soul.

The Newest Trick in the Book: Canada's only open-mic magic show!

saajid motala February 18, 2020

MAGIC!

I’m a fan of it, so when I was offered the chance to shoot the event, an open mic version of a magic show that showcases talent from all over Toronto. run by the Toronto magic company I jumped at the chance. Taking place every Tuesday at See-Scape, one of Toronto's coolest gaming bar!