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.

Cans for Comments

Monday, November 23, 2009 Posted in Personal

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

Tags: canned foods, food bank, food banks, local food, photographer friends

by Erika Hanchar

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December 3, 2009 - 8:24 pm Stephanie - Love your pictures guys!

December 3, 2009 - 8:22 pm Mike James - Great pics!

December 3, 2009 - 7:32 pm Luca Ragogna - You guys rock!

December 1, 2009 - 8:31 pm Anne Dapremont - Beautiful! Keep up the great work!

December 1, 2009 - 7:20 pm Della - wow! she is beautiful,amazing picture

December 1, 2009 - 5:18 pm cathy power - awww...you capture the best facial expressions!

November 29, 2009 - 3:04 pm Jo-Anne Kyle - Aww, what a cute photo. Thanks for giving back to your community through cans for comments!

November 28, 2009 - 11:44 pm Jeff - i am on the can!

November 28, 2009 - 2:04 pm Lisa - Awesome idea! :D

November 27, 2009 - 3:28 pm Stacey Wight - I vote for a can of Zoodles!

November 27, 2009 - 10:52 am Randall - Hi Ryan and Erika, I think what you're doing is absolutely great! What a creative way to give back to the community! Keep up the good work and keep those gorgeous photos coming. Cheers.

November 26, 2009 - 9:16 am Crystal Adair-Benning - Way to give back guys!!! Keep up the holiday giving!!!

November 26, 2009 - 9:10 am Gail - This is a great idea!! Put a can in for me.

November 25, 2009 - 10:10 pm Sydney Hardie - Great stuff you guys - I love your work and I love your posts - your writing is as personable as your photos...I always look forward to seeing what you've been up to! Best of luck with your Cans for Comments!

November 25, 2009 - 2:06 pm Carol-Ann - Share the wealth! :) Glad to see Cans4Comments across Canada! :D Here's something delicious for the Barrie Food Bank

November 25, 2009 - 12:08 pm Christie Paquin - Please add a can for me! Love the idea - love your work! :)

November 25, 2009 - 11:38 am Tatiana - Thanks for the love. Here is some love back. This such a wonderfully awesome thing. It's so cool to see how people have just embraced this very easy way to give.

November 25, 2009 - 11:31 am Nicole - I think waht your doing is awsome! Keep it up.

November 25, 2009 - 10:14 am Jessica - Thanks for the note on our blog!!! Hope you get lots of great comments. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

November 25, 2009 - 7:31 am Shiri - I think what you guys are doing is great.... can one up for me pls! :)

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!