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 the 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 moment in time, that there is nothing else in the world except them and the subject. Photographs 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 Erika & Ryan a team. we both find beauty and order in chaos, watching 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 to 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.

Monthly Archives: June 2007

Camping at Torrence Barrens, Ontario

At the last minute toady after Sunday dinner, Brandon, Ryan’s younger brother invites us to go camping for the night 45mins. away from Barrie. Of course Ryan cannot say no, even at the very last minute, so we run home and pack our gear and off we go.
I didn’t have a chance to pack properly...

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Baby Emma Poole

Last year we photographed the Poole Wedding and 3 months ago the Poole’s welcomes Baby Emma to the world, and we were asked to take her first professional photos.

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The Annett Wedding

June 23rd 2007 was a day that only brides dream of, clear blue skies, light breeze in the air and the wedding celebration of a lifetime.
Cheryl sat in the chair at 3 Small Rooms Salon in Barrie, Ontario as her bridesmaids peered into the mirror at her, Teary eyed because Cheryl is the last of...

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