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.

Get Learned!

Sometimes some people just have that special something, you all know what I am talking about, some people are just ridiculously good at certain things. Its almost like their brain functions differently than everyone else’s. usually those people are the ones who can figure out Rubick’s cubes in only a few moves and can come up with Rube Goldberg experiments in their head.  I live with one of those people. Ryan is one of those people. He is crazy brilliant, he knows a lot about a lot of things. Finally I think he has found an outlet for all his knowledge gained in photography. Teaching.

Ryan is excelling at teaching, he is patient, and knows so much about lighting, and the science behind photography. Ryan taught me everything I know about photography, from shooting to editing to the history of the craft.

Never in a million did we think that our little One on One Teaching Sessions would take off like they have. We have had the chance, in just one month to really get to know some great people who are doing really interesting work. The photographers who book sessions with us are already great photographers (even though most of them don’t know it before they come) they are very skilled, and even though some are new to the biz they bring with them a lot of great ideas and enthusiasm.

Last week we met with Shiri of Focus Studios in Toronto we spent the day chatting about business, talking about goals,  the future and breaking down images, and lighting set ups. We spent a few hours in the afternoon photographing one of our favorite models Juliette, who I am sure you have seen on this blog a few times here and here.  We covered natural light shooting, shooting indoors with flash and natural light, some off camera flash and how to control it.

Thank you Juliette for being so patient and for taking part, and thanks to Shiri for spending the day with us. We cannot wait to see what you will do this 2010 year!

Check out a few pics from our day!
If you are a full or part time photographer and are looking to improve your business, or your craft. Feel free to contact us for prices and to chat about your goals.

We would love to spend the day with you.
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Cheers

Erika & Ryan

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photographers life Get Learned!

photographers life Get Learned!

photographers life Get Learned!

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Related posts:

  1. One on One Photographer Sessions
  2. Photo of the Day #4 – Studio shooting
  3. “Mr. Photographer, I’m ready for my close up!”
  4. Us at Work

Related posts:

  1. One on One Photographer Sessions
  2. Photo of the Day #4 – Studio shooting
  3. “Mr. Photographer, I’m ready for my close up!”
  4. Us at Work

November 23, 2009 - 6:12 pm Harvey - Loving this set, I want to get learned some too! But I also really am leaving a comment because I want you guys to donate more cans. I love all of your work, so clean, so fresh. When I look at your work, I think, this is REAL photography, processed right. I admire that.

November 11, 2009 - 8:37 am Gail - Stunning work as usual. Shiri was raving about how much you helped her and I can certainly concur with my mini workflow session. Thanks, guys.

November 11, 2009 - 12:32 am Juliette - Love them!! You guys take awesome pictures, the lighting is stunning. Thanks for having me as your model and I look forward to seeing you's in the near future!!! xoxo

November 11, 2009 - 12:20 am jeff - Great post guys!

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