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.

Tag Archives: Brides

Platinum Events Girls

Monday, June 8, 2009 Posted in Profiles, Weddings

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...

View full post »

by Erika Hanchar

show hide 2 comments

Add a Comment Link to This Post Email a Friend

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...

View full post »

by Erika Hanchar

show hide 1 comment

Add a Comment Link to This Post Email a Friend

Think Pink | Board

Tuesday, February 3, 2009 Posted in Weddings

We have put together some cool color palettes from past weddings. We do at least 1 pink wedding a year, it always ends up being in June. Pink is one of those colors that is great for a fresh spring May-June wedding, but kinda tacky for a Valentines February wedding.
So June Brides, think pink! and...

View full post »

by Erika Hanchar

no comments

Add a Comment Link to This Post Email a Friend

A Brief History of Bridesmaids

Monday, January 5, 2009 Posted in Weddings

Brides and bridesmaids check up this cute little video I swiped from http://blog.weddingpaperdivas.com/
Brides let your besties know how much they mean to you and how much you value their help on one of the most amazing days of your life. Being a bridesmaid is no walk in the park, its a tough job, whether they...

View full post »

by Erika Hanchar

no comments

Add a Comment Link to This Post Email a Friend

Patrick Loves Kelly – The Wedding

Thursday, December 4, 2008 Posted in Weddings

Here is the continuation of our lovely little motion picture that we had some great comments about. Patrick and Kelly’s wedding was awesome! and full of amazing moments.Kelly and Patrick were married in Toronto, Ontario at the Metropolitan Hotel They are our last wedding of 2008, and its kinda sad we have no more...

View full post »

by Erika Hanchar

show hide 8 comments

Add a Comment Link to This Post Email a Friend

Joey Loves Meredith- Part #2 The Wedding

Friday, November 7, 2008 Posted in Destination, Weddings

We are always to happy to see how excited our brides get as the clocks tick away until their photos are posted on this blog. Meredith is probably the most excited bride we’ve had, she is always emailing us, and is on our site all the time, we couldn’t ask for a better client! So...

View full post »

by Ryan Rowell

show hide 8 comments

Add a Comment Link to This Post Email a Friend

Jamie Loves Sarah – Part Three

Thursday, August 21, 2008 Posted in Trash the Dress

Yeahhhh! It’s finally here, Sarah Trashed her Dress! We have been waiting since the wedding when we first saw the dress to do this shoot. Of course there wasn’t much literal trashing involved, she just got the dress wet. For those of you who need more information as to why a bride may want to...

View full post »

by Erika Hanchar

show hide 5 comments

Add a Comment Link to This Post Email a Friend

Jefferson Loves Carley

Thursday, June 26, 2008 Posted in Weddings

This Saturday we shot an amazingly beautiful wedding at Barrie’s McLaren Art Centre. We have been waiting a few years to get a wedding at that location.
The McLaren is Barrie’s old Library converted to an art gallery, in my opinion it is the best old architecture we have in this budding city, so having an...

View full post »

by Erika Hanchar

show hide 2 comments

Add a Comment Link to This Post Email a Friend

New Brunswick Brides Meet & Greet with RP!

Monday, June 9, 2008 Posted in Weddings

You are invited to the Rowell Photography East Coast Meet & Greet!

We are Erika & Ryan of Rowell Photography, and we have been working with the Fairmont Algonquin to create an exciting opportunity to meet face to face with you.
Come meet with us at the Fairmont Algonquin Resort Saturday July 5th from 10am to 5pm....

View full post »

by Erika Hanchar

no comments

Add a Comment Link to This Post Email a Friend

4 Feature Wedding Venues for 2008

Thursday, January 24, 2008 Posted in Weddings

This wedding season is gearing up to be a very exciting year for us, jam packed with some very awesome weddings. After meeting with our 2008 brides and grooms we decided to take a few days and visit some of the locations where these weddings will be taking place. Below i have listed 4 locations...

View full post »

by Erika Hanchar

show hide 3 comments

Add a Comment Link to This Post Email a Friend

rowellphoto