Biography

Tom was born in Holland, but was raised in Quebec and settled in Ontario. After working for Coca-Cola Ltd. in Toronto for 35 years, he retired to Grafton. It was during his role as the company's Packaging Graphics Manager that Tom became aquainted with computers.

His lifelong passion for photography, coupled with the Mac graphic experience, enabled him to explore and expand his interest in digital photography. In addition to establishing a growing portfolio of images depicting life in the Northumberland Hills, for many years Tom offered his creative services in the design of annual fund-raising calendars for the Canadian Golden Retriever Adoption Service Inc. (aka Golden Rescue).

Tom and his wife Susan share their home with Sunny, a lovable 7 year old golden.