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: January 2009

Chasing Public Transit

On Thursday, Ryan’s 28th Birthday we decided to head over to the casino to blow a few bucks on some slots. After loosing $60 we decided to head home, we had just bought the most amazing crab dip from Costco and we were on our way home to make it.
Stopped at the lights on Veteran’s...

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Cancer Connections

Ryan and I were so honored when we received a call last week from James at the organization Photosensitive. Photosensitive is hosting a huge, national photographic exhibition called Cancer Connections, which features images of people who have been touched by cancer; survivors, loved ones who have lost people to the disease, those who have succumbed...

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Happy Birthday to YOU!!!!

Today is Ryan’s Birthday, he is 28 years old. I can’t believe it, seriously every time he tells me I question it, I’m like, “really? 28?” I think I just feel like we are still 20 and 23 years old still.
Happy Birthday Babe! I love you so much, and I know this year is going...

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“Mr. Photographer, I’m ready for my close up!”

For those of you who have not heard Britney Spears’ new album, that’s a line from the song “Kill the lights”. But it also fits in with the next set of photos we photographed with our photographer friend Apryl Munro Photography this November (Yes I know, another post from long ago, but its the last...

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The Krubnik Family – Toronto Lakeshore

Waaaaay Back in October (Yeah we know how long ago it was, and we don’t like being that type of blogger who posts things from months ago, just to fill in the boring days, but these are some great shots that have to be shown off!) we shot the Krubnik Family along Toronto’s lake front....

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Brandon & Jackelyn – Just Because

It’s been quite a while since we last posted any photos, and the reason is that we just haven’t been shooting. January is just one of those months, its just too cold to leave the house, and if you do the last thing you want to do is go shooting outside for a few hours.
My...

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Our rockin’ Trade show Booth!! ~ The video

Edit: Here is a link to the details of how the booth was made before arriving at the show.
Almost a year ago we posted some photos on the blog of our trade show booth from February 2008 (see here), and we had an amazing response about it. We have been still receiving emails asking us...

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A Brief History of Bridesmaids

Brides and bridesmaids check up this cute little video I swiped from http://blog.weddingpaperdivas.com/
Brides let your besties know how much they mean to you and how much you value their help on one of the most amazing days of your life. Being a bridesmaid is no walk in the park, its a tough job, whether they...

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Carl Loves Lucy- 50th Birthday Celebration, Saint John , N.B

Even though it was Christmas time and my main motive for coming down to the East Coast was to visit my mother, I had another reason to come down. It was my Aunt Lucy & Uncle Carl’s 50th birthday Party! It was a surprise and the whole family was going to be there. Carl &...

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Chris Loves Angela- Just Because Session- Saint John, N.B

It’s 2009!!!! I can’t believe how fast 2008 just flew by. I am just getting back into the swing of everyday life after 3 weeks visiting my mom in Saint John, New Brunswick. While I was down I had the chance to do a mini shoot of my cousin Chris and Angela. These 2 are...

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