About Us

There is something magical about taking a photograph, and being able to experience a moment in time over again. But as a photographer the feeling goes deeper than that, looking through the lenses at a subject be it a person or a lone tree in a field, right before the shutter snaps there is a moment where the photographer feels for that time, that there is nothing else in the world except them, the subject and the camera. Photographs to us speak louder and more often than words. They are a ticket into the past, they are the feeling that touches your heart and a moment recorded forever.
    
We are the consummate team. Both find beauty and order in chaos, watch for the delicate interplay of light and contrast and -SNAP- there is that moment. That moment of shear natural beauty in everyday things. We approach our calling with an openness of spirit, an openness of mind that allows us to become caught in a moment of time, however minute, and find the perfection that exists in everyday moments. Perfectionists at heart, we are driven to improve, learn, and to find the connections between technology and artistry, nature and mathematics; there is a mathematical equation within every image. We experiment with new media, lighting techniques, proportion, layering. We are driven to develop constant mastery of technical skill which we realize is the unattainable goal and therefore will provide us with a lifetime of learning opportunities.

We don't like to use chemicals for development, nor do we want to waste paper, so we view our images on the computer and print only the very best. We enjoy photographing a variety of subjects, be them people, or inanimate objects, landscapes or interiors. Delving into different worlds keeps us fresh and creative. Each different area of photography we tackle helps to compliment another and only helps us to fulfill our ongoing quest for knowledge.

But at the end of the day the purpose of our photography like all art is to share the beauty of the world and to evoke emotion. To tell a story through the image, to create a believable subject and to deliver a message of truth. Our art is 50% heart and 50% soul, its speaks to us on so many levels with so many layers. It is every ounce of who we were at that moment in time, it is a reflection of our life, our family, and our community. It reminds us of our past, and is helping to pave the road for our future.

Cans for Comments

This year has been absolutely fabulous, Ryan and I cannot express how thankful we are for everything we have been given this year. We have had such amazing support for our photography, and it makes our day when we get a comment or a question on our blog.

So we would like to give back to our community. A bunch of our photographer friends from across the country are helping out and giving back to their communities by donating canned foods to their local food banks.

So from now until December 1st for every comment we receive on our blog we will donate 1 can to the Barrie Food Bank.
So take a look back into our archives and leave us a nice comment. We will keep you all posted on the comment tally.

We can’t wait to read your comments.
Erika & Ryan

And since no blog post feels complete without one, here is a pic!

kids by a limo

November 25, 2009 - 3:02 am David Redding - OMG! How cute is that little guy! The look on his face is priceless!!!!!

November 25, 2009 - 12:10 am Cody Kuchirka - I want to leave a comment and let you know how amazing you two are. I think it's awesome you are donating food for every comment so I think I am going to send this out to everyone I know. So glad we had the chance to have you at our wedding. Thank you so much!!

November 25, 2009 - 12:05 am Leanna Gosse - As always: brilliant, wonderful, engaging work!

November 24, 2009 - 11:50 pm Beth - Awesome!

November 24, 2009 - 11:47 pm Chelsey - Keep doing what your doing :) you have my support.

November 24, 2009 - 4:56 pm Diane Lynch - Erika and Ryan your pictures are beautiful and you capture all the special moments. Way to go and congratulations to another year and many more.

November 24, 2009 - 1:17 pm Carley - Great initiative you two! You are very talented and I can hardly wait to see the latest photos on your blog. See you at Botanix on the weekend :)

November 23, 2009 - 10:14 pm Mary Hastings - Your creativity is amazing! You always manage to capture great moments and set up shots that are original and fresh. I may have to get married just so you guys can do the photos, LOL. Good luck with your food drive - and I love the Abbey Road photo :)

November 23, 2009 - 8:56 pm Trevor Connell - Hey Guys! Just wanted to leave a comment and show my support for this wonderful thing you are doing! Your blog and more importantly, your photography continues to inspire me in so many ways! Keep up the great work! Would love to meet you both some day! Cheers! trevor.

November 23, 2009 - 6:19 pm Tara - Looks like i will be saying HOW GREAT YOUR WORK IS!!!! More often :)

November 23, 2009 - 5:57 pm Lori - You guys rock!

November 23, 2009 - 5:53 pm Nick - +1 can for me :) We started our C4C drive last week. Stop by and leave a comment if you'd like :) Very cute photo too!

November 23, 2009 - 5:49 pm curtis moore - Great job guys!!! Great image... put a can in for me:):):)

November 23, 2009 - 5:45 pm Lynn@CHRIS+LYNN - Woo-hoo! Great to see togs joining the canwagon :) Put a can in for me & let's get this givin' started! And btw, wahta an adorable image - love the expression on the little boy's face!

Daniel & Priscilla Getting Married – The Barrie Country Club

Wow! It’s already November and we have already shot our last wedding of 2009. What an amazing year we have had. This year we have been so lucky to have met so many great couples.
You may recognize this couple from this wedding, they have been featured on our blog twice already. First for their family photo session, and for their engagement session we photographed downtown Toronto.

After a horrible week of weather to start off November with we were more than suprised and thankful for the gorgroues day we had, I don’t think we have ever photographed a wedding where the sky was such a mix of colours.

This was our first wedding at the Barrie Country Club since the renovations have been completed, and its an absolutely stunning building and golf course. It is one of our favourite Barrie locations to shoot at. We also had the chance to work with one of our dear friends Sheryl Clifford from Wedding Ties event planning. Her work is superb, and she is such a fun lady to work with.

So without further adieu, here is Priscilla & Daniels wedding.

Congratulations you guys!!!!!!!

bride makeup wedding

groomsmen wedding barrie

bride leaving bouquet

bride rings wedding Barrie country club

filipino wedding ceremony barrie

wedding photography Daniel & Priscilla Getting Married   The Barrie Country Club

bride and groom wedding ceremony

bride and groom barre country club golf course

wedding couple tall grass

bride groom in tall grass wedding portraits

bridesmaids wedding barrie country club

wedding barrie country club

wedding photography Daniel & Priscilla Getting Married   The Barrie Country Club

wedding photography Daniel & Priscilla Getting Married   The Barrie Country Club

wedding invite

polaroid ring shot bride and groom

November 25, 2009 - 3:05 am David Redding - Amazing work! Drop dead gorgeous wedding and couple

November 24, 2009 - 2:23 pm Katie - Beautiful. Love the shots on the golf course.

November 23, 2009 - 10:24 pm Meagan - Eriko and Ryan!!!! I always come and look at your blog and all your pics but I never leave a comment... But they are beautiful!!

November 23, 2009 - 5:20 pm Barb Cameron - stunning images!

November 22, 2009 - 12:21 am Johanne - Your work is SO amazing. And very inspiring for me.

November 21, 2009 - 6:44 pm tara - that's right, LOVE THEM ALL! But if i had to pick, the first two are my favourite!

November 21, 2009 - 5:03 pm Lori - Gorgeous!

November 21, 2009 - 4:19 pm Jody - NICE WORK!!

Jonathan & Emma Getting Married – McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

Weddings at Toronto’s Sunnybrook Estates are always beautiful. They are classic English designed houses, with beautiful decor, and tons and tons of character. Almost like our amazing couple Jonathan & Emma. This beautiful couple just oozes character, they are fun, lighthearted, and a perfect match for this location. These two are so much in love, and everyone can tell.
This year we have photographed quite a few long distance couples. Jonathan is from Canada and Emma is from the U.K. They met in College and have been traveling back and forth ever since.

It rained on their wedding day, and even though the ceremony had to be brought inside, we are firm believers in the Hindu belief that rain is a sign of good luck and wellness.
Congratulations Jonathan & Emma
We hope you had a fantastic honeymoon in Niagara!!!

We hope you all enjoy these dreamy wedding images, we are pretty proud of them.

Erika & Ryan

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

Bustling the dress

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

Jonathan & Emma are big time Beatles fans, so much so that Jonathan took off his shoes so he could authentically replicate Paul McCartney in the Abbey Road cover. Notice Emma wearing white like John Lennon too.

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

mclean house sunnybrook estates Jonathan & Emma Getting Married   McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

November 25, 2009 - 12:37 am Marla Kimball - This wedding set is simply gorgeous, as with all you other work, wonderful job. Donate a can for me! :)

November 23, 2009 - 6:12 pm Stephanie - Pictures are gorgeous, as is the couple, and captured so much personality! I have your blog as one of my most visited sites, and go on regularily to check out the amazimg pics you guys have taken! (PS...normally I check it out quietly, so plus one can for me! Great idea, way to go guys!)

November 23, 2009 - 6:05 pm Sarah Guy - They are all so great - love love love.

November 19, 2009 - 6:57 pm Tara McMullen - Sweet images! This is such a beautifully shot wedding!

November 17, 2009 - 5:12 pm stephen sager - WOW - Great work guys!

November 14, 2009 - 5:53 pm Kevin Lam - Great set guys!

November 14, 2009 - 5:32 pm tara - love them! (as always...)

November 14, 2009 - 11:17 am Ingrid Cochrane - These are so great - LOVE the one behind the couch!! :o)

Jonathan & Emma Sneak Peak – McLean House Toronto

It has been a very busy month so far. 2-3 weddings still to come on the blog, One on One sessions are keeping us very busy. We move into our new Barrie studio space Dec 1st!!! Where we will be meeting clients and hopefully holding some awesome photo shoots and hosting some One on One sessions and lighting demos.
On top of that someone mentioned to us that Christmas was coming up soon too.

This year we will be at Botanix Barrie’s Garden Center taking photos of families. Its a tradition that Ryan and I love to shoot every year since the start of our business.

Come visit us and have your photos taken in an old vintage sleigh

November 28th 2009 11-2pm
Location: Botanix Barrie’s Garden Centre
http://www.barriebotanix.com

375 Bayview Drive
Barrie, ON L4N 8Y2
(705) 730-1113

Check out our Facebook Group for more info: http://tinyurl.com/ybmbabz

Here is one of my most favourite images from Jonathan and Emma’s wedding. I have a lot of faves, but every once and a while we take a pic that I am so jealous of and that I wish Ryan and I took of us.
Jonathan and Emma make this pic look good!

More to come from Jonathan and Emma’s wedding soon!

E & R

bride groom kissing in garden at mclean house sunnybrook estates toronto

November 25, 2009 - 12:39 am Jackie D'Souza - Great pics Jonathan, you both look good, we enjoyed seeing them in Perth, Australia

November 16, 2009 - 10:26 am Melanie Ewing - beautiful pictures Jonathan and Emma congratulations to you both Melanie

November 13, 2009 - 9:23 pm Erika Hanchar - Thanks for the comments guys! How dreamy is this location and this couple? We can't wait to share the rest of the wedding with you all.

November 12, 2009 - 4:24 pm Dan - Congratulations Jonathan & Emma! Erika & Ryan you guys rock!

November 12, 2009 - 12:12 pm Gail - Swiping this pose.. great job!

November 12, 2009 - 12:03 pm curtis moore - Wow!!!!

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