by Mike | Feb 7, 2020 | Ancestry Project, Culture, E-Learning, Resources, Uncategorized
Above: Michaëlle Jean and Donovan Bailey, tow of the immigrants featured in Mike’s Famous Caribbean Canadians unit. February is Black History Month Black History Month is an important education opportunity that comes every February. What does Black...
by Mike | Dec 5, 2019 | Courses, Design, E-Learning, Edtech, Education, LMS - Learning Management System, Software, Training, Uncategorized
Photo by Hitesh Choudhary / Unsplash (Edit by Mike Simpson) Are you a teacher, educator, or trainer? Are you interested in e-learning and education tech? If you answered yes, please consider the following: I’m offering DIY E-learning, a free online course in...
by Mike | Oct 9, 2019 | Digital Media, Photography, Social Media, Toronto
Overview: What Should You Consider before Taking Your Flight? Writing by Mike Simpson / Photos from a Downtown Toronto Tour with Fly GTA by Mike Simpson and Scott Harrald Flying over a city is a really amazing thing. In Toronto, it’s phenomenal! Many of us have...
by Mike | Sep 9, 2019 | Design, Facebook, Instagram, Photography, Social Media
Best Size and Aspect Ratio for Your Images and Video on Instagram and Facebook (Social Media) Introduction: What Image Size is Best for Social Media? These days the most common format for photos and video on social media is square, but portrait is becoming more...
by Mike | Jun 7, 2019 | Art, Design, Graphic Design, Uncategorized, Websites
Recently I had the pleasure of designing a website for the Toronto artist Gillian Morden. Gill is an abstract painter living and working in High Park, Toronto. Gillian wanted a simple economical website that focused on her recent work. The 3-page site showcases her...
by Mike | Oct 4, 2018 | Art, Education, Photography, Uncategorized
Mike’s Picks: Six Iconic Instagram-Worthy Photography Spots to Shoot in Toronto On Instagram I run a hub or community for photographers called Tdot Shots. Skyline from Waterfront (Polson Pier, Islands, Humber Bay) The iconic Toronto skyline can be shot from...
by Mike | Jul 15, 2018 | Art, Interviews
Interview with Toronto Artist Matthew Del Degan, Creator of Lovebot Interview with Matthew Del Degan by Mike Simpson, June 2018 The interview took place over email. All photos courtesy of Matthew except the title card image which is by Mike. What’s your...
by Mike | Feb 26, 2018 | Art, Photography
New Photo Series: “My CN Tower” Reimagines Views of the Iconic Toronto Skyline The CN Tower is one of the most iconic elements of Toronto’s skyline. Ever since childhood I have been fascinated by this building – or as it was originally called...
by Mike | Sep 5, 2017 | Consulting, Design, Graphic Design, Training, Uncategorized, Websites
I’m pleased to announce the launch of Paul Schedlich’s new website and single, “Basking in Your Light.” Paul has released a standout track and I’m glad he invited me aboard to help with design and promotion. In summer 2017 we undertook...
by Mike | Jul 17, 2017 | Ancestry Project, Digital Storytelling, E-Learning, Education, Projects, Resources, Technology, Uncategorized, WordPress
Proud moment. I am pleased to announce that Ancestry Project is an award winner!In June 2017, at its annual conference, TESL Canada awarded Ancestry Project an Innovation Award, in the category of “Digital Teaching or Learning Resource (website, software).” Since...
