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: March 2009

Mike Loves Jenn | Just Because Session | Tulum, Mexico

Tuesday, March 31, 2009 Posted in Destination, Engagements, Weddings

As most of you already know Ryan and I recently traveled to Mexico for Ryan’s brother Brett’s wedding. We have so many photos to show you all, but first here is a Just Because session with Ryan’s older brother Mike and his wife Jenn. When they got married, we couldn’t make it to Winnipeg for...

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Hola Amigos!

Thursday, March 26, 2009 Posted in Destination, Personal

Ryan and I are back from an fun filled week in Mexico. We photographed an amazing wedding , and had time to be tourists. We have tons of photos and videos to share and tons of stories to tell.
Here is just a sneak peak of what is to come in the next few weeks.
These are...

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Let them Eat Cake | Bridal Shoot

Wednesday, March 25, 2009 Posted in Model Life, Weddings

Who doesn’t love a cute cupcake or beautifully colored and extremely detailed wedding cake?…..
I can’t think of anyone who doesn’t. Which is why we decided to bring the brains of some of the areas hottest wedding vendors together for a new and stylish bridal shoot.
Ryan and I joined forces with Lori Hutchinson Cakes, Bridal Wreath...

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Kids Portrait Sessions

Wednesday, March 11, 2009 Posted in Family Life, Profiles

Hey Everyone
Ryan and I are gearing up for an awesome year, and to ring in the spring we have decided to do an awesome promo.
For the month of  May 2009 we are offering $150 Kids Portrait sessions (In the Barrie area).
Kids only, these are not family sessions. These are fun, creative, and candid kids portrait...

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Wedding Photographers Heaven

Monday, March 9, 2009 Posted in Personal, Weddings

This church is amazing, we hope that one day we will get to shoot a wedding there. Notre Dame Cathedral in Old Montreal is so stunning. I can’t believe we have never been inside until this weekend. There is so much detail in the design that you can get lost for days just looking at...

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Calling All Models- Model Workshop

Monday, March 2, 2009 Posted in Model Life

Hello Models,
We would like to invite you to The 2nd BIG Photo Workshop. This amazing photo shoot experience is a beautiful outdoor photo shoot right here in Barrie, Ontario, we have a great wardrobe and amazing make up and hairstyling!
We are so excited for this workshop because it is the first of its kind for...

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Rockstar Wedding Vendors- Eventdecorator.com

Sunday, March 1, 2009 Posted in Profiles

Its been a while since we gave kudos to a rockstar wedding vendor that we have worked with and just adore.
Elizabeth Johnson of Eventdecorator.com is simply a rockstar when it comes to creating unique and elaborate ceremony and reception venues.
Eventdecorator.com is located in Hillsdale, Ontario. Their work has been featured in WedLuxe Canada’s Luxury Wedding...

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