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.

Category Archives: Profiles

Head Shots Promo

In the 5 years of Rowell Photography’s history February has always been the busiest month for head shots.
To celebrate our new studio located in suburban South Barrie, and Rowell Photography’s 5th birthday!! We are doing a head shots Promo Month.
So only for the month of February our studio sessions are at a very special promo...

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Rockstar Wedding Vendors- Sweet Peony Press

Earlier this year we had the pleasure of photographing Shelley Weir along with some of Toronto’s most ought after wedding invitation designers for an issue of WedLuxe magazine. Shelley was the only letter press company at the photo shoot, and we fell in love with her work instantly. Letter press is so classic, and beautiful....

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Rockstar Wedding Vendors – Studio Shiik’s John & Amanda

Last week John and Amanda called us up to shoot some new promo pics of them for their brand new website, set to blow minds in 1 month.
We were so honored because John and Amanda, in our minds are the best at what they do in this city we call Barrie!
John and Amanda are the...

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Platinum Events Girls

If you have ever been to a wedding in the GTA there is a good chance it was planned by one of these 4 amazing women. Cindy, Kristy Laurie and Nicole are spreading their wedding style to the masses. Cindy Johnson, owner of Platinum Events Group specializes in GTA weddings as well as destination...

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Rockstar Wedding Vendor – Distinct Occasions Weddings

Our amazing friend Crystal Adair-Benning, wedding planner extraordinaire, style diva, and in our opinion one of the coolest chicks this side of the planet! invited us to her brand spanking new office last week for a photo session. We were so honored when she asked us to photograph her. Crystals work is spectacular! and well...

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You at work!

Lately Ryan and I have been asked by some of our wedding vendor friends to photograph them at work. We have had the chance to get to know some of Ontario’s best wedding vendors, from planners, to decorators, to cake artists and graphic designers.  What all these vendors have in common is that they all...

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Rockstar Wedding Vendors – Lori Hutchinson Cakes

The Caketress, Lori Hutchinson of Collingwood, Ontario is whipping up some delightful deserts these day. Hands down the most talented Cake maker North of Toronto. Her cakes and desserts appeal to a high end market, and its no wonder, the attention and detail that go into each original cake design is ridiculous. Its amazing how...

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Snowy Days in Barrie Town

Just when we thought it was safe to put our snow shovels and boots away, there Barrie goes snowing down on us hopefully one last time before a long awaited spring returns. Earlier this week we photographed Eric, who was the winner of our portrait contest on the Rowell Photography Portraits facebook group. Eric plans...

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Kids Portrait Sessions

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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Rockstar Wedding Vendors- Eventdecorator.com

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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