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.

Ehsan & Newsha Getting Married – Toronto, ON

Every year there is always one wedding that for one reason or another stays close to my heart. This year Ehsan & Newsha’s Toronto wedding rocked my world. It made me laugh and cry (but in my defense they had everyone at the reception sobbing like babies)

It was beautifully understated, their traditional Persian ceremony was held at their families house, and the reception was held at Toronto’s Historic Distillery District in an art gallery.  Ehsan’s brother designed Newsha’s wedding gown. Check out Mohammad Rahmanian’s bridal couture line here .

This was the first time Ryan and I had ever photographed an Persian wedding ceremony. We love how every single element of their ceremony means something. Here is a bit of info we learned about the ceremony. Aghd, is the legal ceremony of the Persian wedding, has evolved from ancient Persia and symbolizes a combination of religion and culture. The actual wedding ceremony takes place along side the “Sofreh Aghd” an elaborated spread containing several items, which symbolize different qualities that the couple would hope to bring into their new lives together. For that reason, the Sofreh preparation is taken very seriously and its significance is perhaps the best part of a Persian wedding. Most of the items were foods, like fruits, and nuts. For example:  Honey (Asal) which the couple tastes right after the ceremony, which is said to sweeten their new life.

After the ceremony Ehsan & Newsha hopped in the limo and we headed down to Toronto’s lake shore for some photos. We ended up at Pier 4, which we think is an awesome place to shoot.  We chose it simply because it had a great view of the C.N Tower.  But there are so many great places to explore down there.

The reception was held at an art gallery in Toronto’s Historic Distillery District. Ryan and I love this place. Every time we come to Toronto we try to grab lunch or a coffee down there. Even though we have been there and photographed couples there quite a few times, we were so excited to come back because this was the first time we would get the chance to shoot there at night.

Check out these images below, these are not even all our favorites, these are just a few.

Thank you to Ehsan & Newsha for choosing us to be apart of your amazing wedding day!

Enjoy!

Erika & Ryan

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distillery district Ehsan & Newsha Getting Married   Toronto, ON

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November 24, 2009 - 5:50 pm tara - What i love MOST out of all your photos, is the color combos! I dont know how you do it, but all your pictures seem to blend into a beautiful setting that always looks like it was planned out from head to toe- These pictures show what i mean; all the gold, reds and yellows bring the pictures together in a beautiful warm atmosphere. LOVE THEM!!!

November 20, 2009 - 1:31 am Kimia Mokhtari - Beautiful wedding guys!! Congratulations!

November 12, 2009 - 1:51 am Sha Chanel - nice red colors. I like the black and white photo of the couple framed inside the ring.

October 24, 2009 - 11:27 am Mihkel - Wow beautiful images! Well done.

October 22, 2009 - 12:26 pm Newsha - We LOVE our wedding pictures and photgraphers! Just amazing! :)

October 19, 2009 - 9:02 pm Diane Lynch - Amazing...beautiful

October 19, 2009 - 5:18 pm Johanne - WOW!!! Amazing photos!!! Amazing photographers!!

October 22, 2009 - 8:34 am Real Wedding: Gorgeous Persian Wedding | Weddingbells.ca - [...] To see more images of this beautiful wedding click here. [...]

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