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: February 2008

2 MORE feature wedding venues

A month ago I listed a few wedding locations that we are going to be shooting some amazing weddings at this year. Since then we have added a few more to the roster.
Now we usually like to take a day trip to each location and scope them out with the bride and groom to find...

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Our booth at Canada’s Wedding Expo

EDIT: We have also finally posted the making of the booth as well as what it was made of, and how it was made.
EDIT: We have posted a video of this booth being built albeit almost a year later.
We are back from spending the weekend in Toronto at Canada’s Wedding Expo held at the Toronto...

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I’m gonna make her an offer she can’t refuse….

That offer would be a marriage proposal. And we want to capture it! It’s called Proposal photography (also known as: Pop the question photography, or Proposal paparazzi) and its where photographers like us stake out your proposal location and capture images of that once in a lifetime moment.
Yes that’s right, whatever it takes to get...

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Gabriel, How have you been

I am so happy to have read this post I have just read here, as it brings back memories of the time I was stuck in Paris France. Canada 3000 had just gone bankrupt and my return ticket was then void. Looking for the last few drops in my bank account at an ATM machine,...

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Barrie Cover Model Search

Ryan and I will be giving a mini class on head shots at Potentials Model and Talent Agency on February 20th at Kozlov Mall as part of the Barrie Cover Model Search which we will also be judging.
Toronto Exclusive Magazine BARRIE COVER MODEL SEARCH is looking for contestants. This event is a part of...

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We shot the biggest Baby of all!!

We were so stoked to go to the National Gallery of Canada, I like to consider myself an art buff, but I have never seen any of these artists I love in person, only their work in books at Chapters haha, i actually buy the books too don’t worry.
So on our last day Ryan, Vanessa...

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Our Trip to the Capital

Last week Ryan and I visited Ottawa, Ontario for a few days to hang out with his sister Vanessa.
We love Ottawa, there is so much history and so many beautiful buildings. We went to every location on my list of places to see all except the Contemporary Photography Museum which was under construction. Here are...

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A little love on the 15th

I intentionally missed the boat on a Valentines day post so I could post about My lovely Erika’s Birthday. Growing up it always felt like Christmas and my own birthday were very close and friends would ask if I just received one gift for both occasions (not the case). Erika’s birthday however gets celebrated usually...

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Last Post for the Unicorn

The Carroll wedding brought forth a lot of firsts for me personally, it was my first time staying at a winter resort, first time trying Creme Brulee and my very first time hearing “The Unicorn Song”
That’s right The Unicorn Song, the Irish classic, and apparently a must have at any Carroll family get together,...

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The Before’s and The After’s

Yes I did post Jodi and Jamie’s wedding photos out of order here on this blog, but at least they all our fave’s made it to the blog. Last but certainly not least, the beginning of the wedding day, everyone getting ready and the end, everyone partying!

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