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.

Priscilla & Daniel are Engaged – Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto

You may remember Seth from early last weeks post. Well here are his amazing parents Priscilla and Daniel who will be getting married this November. We are so excited to shoot their wedding. This past weekend we shot their engagement session at the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto. Daniel used to work there and in Daniel’s words, not mine, Priscilla used to come there to feed him while they were dating.
The Hockey Hall of Fame is such a surprisingly beautiful building. It just shows how important this sport is to our Canadian culture that they would place its memorabilia in such a beautiful building. We love this country!

Priscilla and Daniel had an extended engagement session with us, 3 hours, and in our opinions it was sooo worth it. We captured so many amazing moments. So if you are an engaged couple thinking about engagement photos be sure to consider purchasing an extra hour or so with us, or whomever you choose as your photographer. Engagement sessions are all about shaking your nerves, and having that extra time not only gives you time to loosen up but also gives you and the photographer time to really have fun get some truly unique and creative shots.
Ryan and I love creating images that are special to each couple we photograph. We love it when a couple chooses a location or an activity that means something to them. So when Priscilla and Daniel told us that HHOF used to be their old hang out we were all over that idea.

Here are a bunch of our fave shots, actually these are not even all of our faves, these are just sample of our faves. We hope you enjoy them!
Thanks Priscilla and Daniel for giving us the tour of the Hockey Hall of Fame, we had such a blast with you!

Cheers
E + R

engagement photography Priscilla & Daniel are Engaged   Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto

engagement photography Priscilla & Daniel are Engaged   Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto

engagement photography Priscilla & Daniel are Engaged   Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto

engagement photography Priscilla & Daniel are Engaged   Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto

engagement photography Priscilla & Daniel are Engaged   Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto

engagement photography Priscilla & Daniel are Engaged   Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto

engagement photography Priscilla & Daniel are Engaged   Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto

engagement photography Priscilla & Daniel are Engaged   Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto

engagement photography Priscilla & Daniel are Engaged   Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto

engagement photography Priscilla & Daniel are Engaged   Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto

engagement photography Priscilla & Daniel are Engaged   Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto

engagement photography Priscilla & Daniel are Engaged   Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto

engagement photography Priscilla & Daniel are Engaged   Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto

Related posts:

  1. Daniel & Priscilla Getting Married – The Barrie Country Club
  2. Rockstar Wedding Vendors – Studio Shiik’s John & Amanda
  3. Jeff & Courtney Got Engaged – Windermere House, Muskoka
  4. Jamie & Carey got engaged – Barrie, ON

Related posts:

  1. Daniel & Priscilla Getting Married – The Barrie Country Club
  2. Rockstar Wedding Vendors – Studio Shiik’s John & Amanda
  3. Jeff & Courtney Got Engaged – Windermere House, Muskoka
  4. Jamie & Carey got engaged – Barrie, ON

July 17, 2009 - 5:24 pm Kevin Lam - Really nice work. The lighting is awesome.

June 11, 2009 - 5:43 pm Andrew Sorlie - These are amazing photos Ryan and Erika! I love the one with the chain of red baloons or whatever those are.

June 11, 2009 - 2:00 pm Crystal Adair-Benning - Awwww so sweet! After meeting them and baby Seth when Ryan did their baby shoot it's so crazy to see their beautiful engagement pics! Great job Erika & Ryan!

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