ranch dressing is not for drinking

Sunday, February 14, 2010 Posted in Family

As sort of a familial Valentine’s Day celebration we went out to lunch at one of our favorite places, Iron Hill in Phoenixville… and we’re still in the process of teaching V the difference between food, beverage, and condiment. I snapped these with my iPhone.

ironhill

Hoping you spend the day with people you love!

  1. Ro wrote: omg. bleck !!! LOL 23rd Feb, 2010

snow day

Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Posted in Family

I’m sure I’m in the minority here, but I was SO excited about the snow this week! Our neighborhood is gorgeous when it’s like this… the world gets quiet, people hunker down, and every once in a while we venture out to see what it’s like out there.

A couple of our street…


And of course we had to get V out there too.


She was kind of skeptical.


My favorite…

Every kid should experience snow like this!

  1. melissa paul wrote: I happen to LOVE the snow and enjoy snow days... I also LOVE what the snow means for spring and summer gardening... these images are wonderful! thanks for sharing and staying POSITIVE! 10th Feb, 2010
  2. Dominic wrote: Great shots of the snow, it makes it so much more special when you've your own child to share it with. You're right, that last shot's fantastic. We had some good (for the UK at least) snow over christmas, and braved letting our 3 year old loose on a sledge on her own. Watched it all through our fingers! 23rd Feb, 2010
  3. kate wrote: Ryan - Just checking in for your new photos. This one is stunning. You're so talented at capturing the most innocent, vulnerable of moments. It's remarkable. 25th Feb, 2010

phoenixville country club wedding | lauren + michael

Monday, February 8, 2010 Posted in Weddings

Lauren & Mike booked me at the beginning of last year… they live in Massachusetts, were getting married in Pennsylvania, and so we didn’t have a chance to meet face to face until just a few weeks before their wedding. As soon as I sat down with them, I knew it was going to be a great wedding… Lauren & Mike are both incredibly kind and delightful people to be around, and I was really looking forward to their day!

Once again I was joined by Sandor Welsh, who did a great job as usual. I’m including a couple of his shots in this post to tell the story a bit better. Thanks again Sandor!

Enough talk. Show me PICTURES!







Sandor got this shot on the left of Michael waiting with the priest before the ceremony. As for the shot on the right… did I mention it snowed? Yes, and probably the worst weather I’ve ever shot in! Check that… not “worst.” Try “wettest and most chance of getting my gear soaked.” That’s okay! As I tell all of my couples: we’ll do whatever it takes to get great image, and I’m willing to shoot in whatever weather you’re willing to walk out in!


The ceremony took place at St. Ann’s Church in Phoenixville. For these next 3 shots, I was at the front of the church while Sandor was at the back.









As was the case with just about all of my couples in 2009, Lauren and Michael decided that getting great photos was worth getting a little chilly, and so we had a great time shooting around Phoenixville. I think it was worth it, don’t you?




One of my favorite images from that day.

Inside the Colonial Theatre… we managed to show up in between events when no one was there.

Then on to the Phoenixville Country Club for the party…



Another great moment… I caught Mike’s parents at their table from across the room.




Love how we ended the day…

Mike & Lauren – mad props to you both for putting together an incredible day, and for heading out in the snow… TWICE! We really enjoyed spending the time with you… thank you!

  1. SmirnovWeddings wrote: Wow Ryan, I love this. That last shot is an icing on the cake! Great job! 08th Feb, 2010
  2. Jen Thomas wrote: Wow, Ryan, that last picture in the snow may sell some brides on booking December weddings! Just gorgeous, as always! Talk soon, Jen 09th Feb, 2010
  3. Lauren Rudolf wrote: Ryan is the best photographer all around! Best shots, best to work with, best everything! Thank you! 09th Feb, 2010