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.

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An Engagement – Tara & Ryan – London, England

I don’t think I could ever get bored shooting couples in London, England. Everything from the architecture to the gardens to the shops is like scenes from a movie. Its the perfect backdrop. Each neighborhood is so unique. Tara and I came up with the idea of a 1940’s engagement session. We could have picked...

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Jonathan & Emma – McLean House, Sunnybrook Estates Toronto

Weddings at Toronto’s Sunnybrook Estates are always beautiful. They are classic English designed houses, with beautiful decor, and tons and tons of character. Almost like our amazing couple Jonathan & Emma. This beautiful couple just oozes character, they are fun, lighthearted, and a perfect match for this location. These two are so much in love,...

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Jeff & Courtney Getting Married – Windermere House, Muskoka

Jeff & Courtney had a beautiful day for their wedding, for Mid October it was really nice. The sun was so bright it just lit up the fallen leaves, giving everything intense color. Living in Canada and being able to experience and photograph throughout the seasons is just amazing. I heard on the news that...

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Jeff & Courtney Got Engaged – Windermere House, Muskoka

This year we have been really, really happy with the locations our awesome clients have chosen for their weddings and engagement sessions. We love Muskoka, and all the little towns and resorts that reside in it. This year we have covered a lot of ground up North. We photographed weddings at The Inn at Christie’s...

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Kylee & Tom got Engaged- Barrie, Ontario

This is our favorite time of year for engagement photos because the sun is up until 9pm and the sunsets are warm filled with that magical light. Its the magical light that makes everyone look good, and photos look majestic. Most photographers call it “magic hour” we just call it pure awesomeness.
Pure awesomeness is great,...

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Seth & Angie are Engaged!

The evening I left for Paris I had one last photo shoot to do. Seth and Angie’s engagement session. Seth is a good friend of ours partially because he works at our local Henry’s Camera Store and when we come in he lets us try out everything and then doesn’t say anything when we don’t...

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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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Steve Loves Sheryl- Engagement Session Barrie, Ontario

For those of you who do not know Sheryl Wilson, she is the designer behind The Brand Bistro, and also the designer of our ahhhmazing logo! (please hold your applause ahah!) So if you are a small business looking to create your brand, give Sheryl a call.
We were so happy to hear that Sheryl was...

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Look Mom, I’m on T.V!

A few weeks ago Ryan and I agreed to be in a commercial for LA Sewing Group in Barrie. Ryan’s parents Laurie & Allan own this very busy sewing shop that caters to the professional and extreme sewing enthusiasts in our area.
I will be the first to say that I am not much for acting,...

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Myles & Jackie | 2 – Wedding Taboo Resort, Gravenhurst Ontario

Jackie & Myles had an awesome wedding on Valentines Day at Gravenhurst’s Taboo Resort. You may remember them from the blizzard engagement session we did this past November.
Even though it didn’t blizzard on their wedding day, it was still freezing cold outside so we stayed inside for photos. Taboo Resort has such a beautiful interior...

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