Eye Rhyme

Ian Graham is a good friend of mine.  A talented individual with a giving heart.  Recently he engaged his band Eye Rhyme to start recording and playing once again.  You can find their music up on itunes, and amazon and the likes (www.eyerhyme.com).  Needing some images for promotional material, Ian approached me to do a shoot.  I’m a wedding photographer!  I like shooting beautiful women in particular!  But beautiful is Ian’s heart and a good friend.  So here is my attempt at shooting “the guys!”  Good luck Eye Rhyme, I hope you can make use of these images.

A Bridal Affair

Here is a quick peak of a bridal shoot I did for my dear friend Iris (who was the maid of honour).  It was cold and overcast, a typical March day in Ontario so we had to resort to indoor shots and were limited both in time and space in which to shoot.  The venue was first class and the Ladies were beautiful.  At the end of the day, I had the privilege to take a quick snap of the bride and groom to be.  Diana and Peter, I wish you joy as you look forwards to your big day in June.  May some of these images remind you of the wonderful support your community, and dear friends and family have for you as you take your walk together. 

Website Preview!!!

Hey everyone, I’m so excited to give you a preview of my new website.  

There are still a few areas under construction but take a look and let me know what you like and what you don’t!  

WELCOME TO MY GALLERY!

Here is the link http://www.rayerwingallery.com

Christmas Concert 2008

Well it’s over.  After many months of preparation and build up we can now put the concert titled “The Promise” behind us.  By the reviews, emails, letters and many comments it is evident that the words and music moved many.   There is no doubt that God was with us during the preparation and presentation.  To lead this group of musicians was an honor and a very humbling experience.  In His service!  Here are a few photo highlights.

My daughter Sydney, seen here, singing “What can I give Him? ” Having her participate and witness in this manner was a touching moment for all, especially the dude standing on the podium.

Where is Ray?

It’s been a while since I’ve posted and I’m receiving personal emails saying, “Where are you?”   So I thought I’d answer the call.   If you don’t know, my first love is music.  Academically trained, I graduated with a performance degree in Conducting and minored in piano and voice.  Not necessarily the path to an emerging photographer….but it is the arts.  Each fall for the last 6 now I am deeply involved in a project we now call “The Christmas Cantata” in these parts of the woods…lol.  As Director of Music of Historic St. Paul’s here in Kitchener, Ontario it is my honour to lead this Christmas Musical presentation a call to my love for my God and to my love for music.   It is a thrill to conduct the 90 voice choir, along with local solo artists and the Kitchener Waterloo Symphony Orchestra.  We host our event in The Centre in the Square one Canada’s premier concert halls and as of this morning we are “sold out” for both nights representing 3400 tickets.  So if you are wondering where I’ve been….well it’s a little busy around these parts.  Here are two pictures for your view, both loves of my life.  The first picture is of our Christmas 2007 program (that’s me on the podium) the later, is my wife Barb for those of you who have yet to meet her.  See you after the concerts (Dec. 14 & 15).

Shelly & Sebastian

Prior to my Paris trip, I had the opportunity to photograph Shelly & Sebastian on their wedding day.  When I say prior, I mean just hours before my flight we had a window of about an hour to take some quick shots before we went our separate directions for the day.  They were of to their Reception and I had to put my gear together to catch a flight.  Shelly had a sparkle in her eye that morning.  It was easy to capture the special bond between them.  Here is just a brief glimpse into their special day.  

Steph & Dave’s E-Shoot

I remember the sparkle in Steph’s eyes when she told me she met Dave.  That wasn’t that long ago.  It’s been a joy to witness this relationship that is Stephanie and Dave.  Those that know them couldn’t be happier for them that they have found each other.  There is a simple truth to their relationship….it was just meant to be.  July 11th can’t come soon enough, we’re all so excited for you both!  It will be an honour to capture your wedding!  In the meantime, here is just a teaser to what is to come between these two.

Naomi & Kenny

After the awesome images from their engagement shoot, I knew that Naomi and Kenny’s Wedding would be very special as it relates to photography. They are both so photogenic. More important however is the discovery of the adoration and respect these two individuals received from their families and friends. With the incredible support they have from their community, blessings will pour on them as they sift through life’s challenges together. It was an honour to get to know you, Naomi and Kenny. It was a privilege to shoot your wedding. Here is just some of the highlights from your beautiful day.

Beautiful Girls in Paris

A few more pics from the Paris Shoot and more than anything a tribute to the beautiful girls who modelled for us.  Thanks Girls.  You are appreciated!

Paris and Scott Robert Next Level Workshop

Yes that is Pari, France  (not Paris, Ontario, Canada).  

So many things happened so very quickly after attending that eye opening and life changing workshop in Victoria B.C. (july 08).  After much encouragement from those that are close to me I embarked to continue the mentoring program set out by Scott Robert Lim (for those who don’t know him…. simply,  the best Contemporary Wedding Photographer in the U.S. and amongst the best of photographers in the world.  Check out his website at scottrobertgallery.com).  Paris was Scott’s next stop and I was privileged to be among other emerging photographers from around the world who joined him.  On returning home, I was asked what was the best of all I experienced while in Paris.  My reply was quickly the relationships that we nurtured and built amongst the group that was there.  Some were familiar faces from the Victoria workshop but many were new, but amongst us all, was a deep bond secured by the love for photography and the thirst to get better.   Thanks Scott for all you give through your lessons, your passion for photography and the family you made us a part of.  Other highlights include:

 

• seeing my IE friends (Gurm, Amber, Jenna, Chantail – love you guys)
• witnessing Scott in action at his e session.  Dude, you are amazing to watch at work.  You are a true master at your craft.  Watching you mould that couple to your vision for their engagement shoot was simply awe inspiring!
• meeting Bandele.  After stocking his site and blog for sometime it was great getting to know him.  Bandele, stay away from those fortune tellers now!  ….do you have a mother?
• Parisian women.  So many beautiful women.  So much styling going on over there!
• Notre Dame Cathedral.  There are so many awesome sights to behold in that city but there was something endearing when we turned the corner that Saturday afternoon and boom there it was.  

 

Here are some pics: