Genuine reviews from real couples across Canada and around the world. Every testimonial is linked to its original source for full transparency.
What 74 couples across 10+ countries have said about working with Rowell Photography. Every testimonial is linked to its original source for full transparency.
Quick to respond, accommodating, and highly professional throughout the entire process.
78% of reviews praised the professionalismCamera-shy couples felt completely at ease. Fun, relaxed, and natural shooting experience.
30+ reviewers mentioned feeling comfortableExtra hours, creative problem-solving, trekking through snow, lending jackets in the cold.
15+ couples noted going above and beyondPhotos described as breathtaking, stunning, immaculate, and absolutely perfect.
85% of reviews mention exceptional photo qualityDual coverage captured every angle and every moment without being intrusive.
A key differentiator mentioned repeatedlyWorked worldwide from Iceland to Singapore, Bermuda to Greece, Scotland to Mexico.
25+ destination weddings across 15 countriesRowell Photography has been recognized by leading wedding publications worldwide.
Weddingbells Magazine - February 2014
Junebug Weddings
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Absolutely amazing!!! Ryan was incredible on our special day at Severn Lodge. He was professional, efficient, kind, and had an amazing eye for each shot. At one point he even used a camera strap to tie a portable light to a tree to get the lighting he wanted. He also gave us a tin of proofs on the wedding day which we will cherish.
The lovely pair of photographers were probably the most professional and delightful people we have worked with so far. Right from the beginning, Erika was very prompt in replying all our emails. She was full of creativity for possible photoshoot locations... they shot for much longer hours than we had paid for. They gave us Polaroid photos... their pricing are probably the most reasonable out there.
Rowell photography went above and beyond our expectations during our small wedding in Bermuda. At first we weren't going to have a photographer but I changed my mind and I'm so happy that I did. They supported us and took amazing photos.
Rowell Photography was the easiest choice we made while planning our wedding. Not only are they extremely professional, but their vision and drive to provide breathtaking photos are second to none. They also keep things light and relaxed while shooting.
Discovered Rowell on Pinterest. They provided lots of vendors they had worked with and made planning our wedding simple. Working with the Rowell team made our wedding planning experience enjoyable.
Erika & Ryan treated us like royalty throughout the process of planning our wedding, both assisting us creatively & during the inevitable emotional moments as well. They absolutely blew our minds!
We used Rowell Photography and we couldn't be happier. Erika and Ryan are wonderful and easy to be around. Not only did they take amazing pictures but they were also a huge help throughout the entire evening. Many guests thought they were also our wedding planners.
Working with the Rowell Photography Team was more than we could have imagined. They were excellent with communicating what they needed from us, and extremely responsive. The quality of their photos is immaculate and the colors are so perfect and real. Their style is absolutely flawless. As someone who is not confident around cameras, I felt extreme trust and comfort in them. I would not hesitate to recommend Rowell Photography.
Erica and Ryan made us feel very comfortable on our special day, they took amazing pictures for us and recommend them to anyone we know.
We hired Rowell Photography for our Muskoka wedding and we love the images they captured. I planned my wedding from Australia and Erika & Ryan were flexible in coordinating Skype calls, responding to emails and setting up PayPal for me. They went above and beyond, providing instant cameras to make our guestbook unique. Although they are expensive, their high quality work and albums are worth it.
Amazing photographers! Erica & Ryan "got" who we were and what we were about. Our photos turned out perfect, and really represented who we are. Super fun and awesome to work with!
Finally! The day was perfect and they captured it incredibly well. I look at our pictures all the time and I can recall how I was feeling and that is the magic behind their skill.
We didn't have it in our budget for a professional videographer, but one thing we did make sure of is a fantastic photographer. Erika and Ryan's photos have a beautiful and emotive quality to them. Despite a big storm, they found places for our group photos and captured joyful in-between moments. The lighting was perfect. A journalistic style that sets them apart.
We really loved working with you guys. You were great and very accommodating. It was nice to have you there but not feel like there was a camera in our faces.
We hired Erika and Ryan for our Iceland destination wedding. They were lovely folks in personality and researched places for our engagement session. However, their attention to details lacked and left us disappointed. Missing detail shots: welcome bag contents, invitation, food courses, love letter ceremony box, engraved favors, place settings. Water spots on lens during vows, dust spots on blue sky images. They spent time on friends but missed formal family groupings. Sparse candids during reception. Guests reported they were on their iPads or MIA during reception. No candids taken on the bus. They sent JPEGs not RAW files. When we asked about missing details, were told concerns were 'petty' and asked to adjust our review. Total cost over $5,500 USD.
Ryan captured such great pictures of us... Natural and simply beautiful. They have great ideas on the perfect place and scenery for each shot. We hail from Singapore and flying to Canada for the shots is one of the best things we did.
As a wedding planner planning my own big day, booking a top notch photographer was a priority. Working with Rowell Photography was one of the best decisions I made. Their quality speaks for itself, but their personable and professional attitudes made the whole process fun.
Erika and Ryan were absolutely fabulous on our wedding day. They made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. The pictures turned out amazing. We couldn't even pick out ONE bad picture because there were none.
We were very lucky to have Rowell Photography for our wedding and engagement photo shoot. Our wedding album is more than I could have ever imagined. The quality, creativity and experience will give you confidence that this is the best decision you could make.
We wanted beautiful wedding photos that captured the day and our personalities. We loved the photo-journalistic style and the sense of humour infused into the pics. They made the camera-shy groom comfortable.
I absolutely love my wedding photos by Rowell Photography. They were very professional and friendly. I felt at ease with them and trusted them to make my wedding photos perfect. I got my photos very quickly afterwards.
It's hard to give Ryan and Erika anything less than a 5 out of 5. They made everything really easy. The engagement photo session was so much fun. My husband doesn't like having his picture taken and they made it light and easy for him. Our wedding album was a 35 page spread - it's huge! I love it.
We would definitely recommend Rowell Photography. While they are not cheap, you do get two photographers for the price of one. They are true artists - we were blown away by our engagement session photos. They are the real deal in photography!
The Rowell Photo team were not only our photographers - they became a huge part of our experience. What sets them apart is the chemistry they have with each other - it allows them to feed off each other's ideas.
From the moment we found Rowell Photography's website we knew they would be perfect. We were traveling to Canada for our wedding and they accommodated us. They have taken beautiful photos which will last us a lifetime.
This was the one thing I was prepared to spend my money on and Rowell didn't disappoint. The photos are beautiful. They even let me change my wedding date without a fuss.
Talented, personable, professional, funny, creative, outgoing, friendly - I could go on forever! Working with Rowell Photography has been one of the best aspects of our wedding.
Erika and Ryan were fantastic. I was so pleased with the photographs and how professional they were. We were so surprised to find our first photos the day of - two polaroids tucked into our napkins when we sat down for dinner.
The perfect photographers that will go to any lengths to capture that special moment. A picture is worth a thousand words, and these two photographers are worth many more!
This couple has an eye for color, light, detail, and for capturing genuine moments. By far the most talented and original photographers we've ever worked with.
Erika & Ryan are phenomenal photographers. They took the most beautiful pictures of our wedding, which were also published in the most recent issue of WedLuxe magazine.
An amazingly creative and energetic team. We loved their photography so much that we have had 3 other family photo shoots with them!
The albums are perfect. The layout and design of the album look just perfect. We can't say enough nice things about Ryan and Erika.
A wonderful couple to work with! The photos are FANTASTIC!!
Ryan and Erika are fun, creative and extremely talented. They made great use of the venue and outdoors. Our professional wedding photos are just amazing!
Rowell Photography has been the epitome of creative vision, professionalism and approachability. They took the time to get to know my wife and I. They have a real passion for what they do which shines through in their work.
They are amazing to work with. They made the day an absolute pleasure. We have so many amazing pictures that detailed every moment.
We could not have made a better selection for our wedding photographers. They are young and fun, but professional and creative. We trusted them implicitly and they delivered!
I had worked as a wedding photography assistant in Australia. When choosing my own photographer, Rowell photography popped up as the best. They have an amazing ability to capture real time living moments with superior lighting and color effects.
Erika and Ryan were fantastic! They knew exactly what we wanted. Now we have breathtaking photos that we love and will last a lifetime.
Amazing, phenomenal and stellar - these words describe the photos they produce. Despite their godly work, they are very down-to-earth and nice people to work with. 5 gold stars!
I hired Erika and Ryan immediately after viewing their portfolio. Other photographers didn't compare. My wedding pictures came out beautifully and the album is top quality. They made us feel incredibly comfortable behind the camera.
What can I say about Ryan and Erika?! They were BEYOND our wildest expectations! The pictures were breathtaking and they were sooo much fun! They shot our wedding as their first destination wedding. So talented and so professional - HIGHLY recommended!
Rowell photography went above and beyond our expectations during our small wedding in Bermuda. At first we weren't going to have a photographer but I'm so happy that I changed my mind. They supported us during the entire experience.
Rowell photography made my wedding experience very special! My husband and I planned our small wedding in Bermuda and Erika and Ryan were on board right away to help us. As well as taking amazing photos, they were there to support us through the entire experience. The photos are beautiful and our family and friends will cherish them forever!
Amongst the numerous vendors required for a wedding, photography is one of most important. After meeting Ryan & Erika we knew we found the right people. One of the great aspects is that there are two photographers - every moment was captured from multiple vantage points. Their positive and humorous personalities allowed us to feel comfortable. We would absolutely recommend Rowell Photography.
I discovered Rowell Photography when looking for photographers familiar with my Muskoka venue. Their work was truly a cut-above anything I had seen. Erika and Ryan are extremely talented photographers and true professionals. They work very hard to help you get the best wedding photos, engagement photos, wedding album, and wedding experience. The best investment you could make for your wedding!
Discovered Rowell on Pinterest. They were so helpful in planning our wedding, providing lots of vendors. They responded quickly to all my emails. On the day of our wedding Erika and Ryan felt more like 2 friends. My favorite touch was the polaroid photos they gave us as a preview. The photos were stunning, beautiful and enchanting. We are so grateful that Rowell captured the beauty of Muskoka.
Ryan & Erika are a stellar creative team of photographers whom I have trusted to my own personal portraits many times over. Their friendliness, experience and dedication to their craft is reflected in the quality of the imagery that they produce!
I got married two weekends ago, and I honestly cannot stop talking about how amazing Ryan and Luca were! Wow. I found the best photographer in Ontario. Ryan and Luca were a perfect fit for our big day!
Ryan charges twice the price and provides 5 edited photos unless you pay more (above the $5k +). The photos taken are amateur and he reneged on our original agreement. We have about one or two good shots from our wedding despite hundreds of photos. He was cold to work with and rigid.
I have been putting off getting professional headshots for YEARS. I really don't like how I look in most photos. I am SO glad I found Ryan. Before we even met, I knew he was the right person. His gentle questioning and consideration made me feel at ease. His tips about location, clothing, and body language made me realize what a master of the craft he is BEFORE he even touched the camera. The shoot was a lot of fun. Turn around time was quick. The photos all capture my brand values AND make me look good. I'm already planning a winter photo shoot. It's a no-brainer. Work with Ryan. He's awesome and your photos will be too.
The photos are amazing! Thank you. You made us feel so special! Many thanks for helping ease the nerves of a camera shy couple. We are so pleased with the photos & keeping the memories so beautifully for us. Please accept our heartfelt appreciation for all your dedication and we are looking forward to work with you guys again in the near future!
To Rowell Photography, the lovely pair of photographers were probably the most professional and delightful people we have worked with so far. Right from the beginning, they were very prompt in replying all our emails. Personally, I had planned for a surprise photoshoot of my proposal to my fiancé and they did a really good job in keeping a little secret for me... they actually shot for much longer hours than we had paid for... Their personal touch... gave us Polaroid photos... their pricing are probably the most reasonable out there and after all they have done for us, we felt that we had gotten more than we had bargained for.
Rowell Photography was the easiest choice we made while planning our wedding. Not only are they extremely professional, but their vision and drive to provide breathtaking photos are second to none. They also keep things light and relaxed while shooting.
This is so incredible!!!!!! I cried again when I saw these as I remembered our special day. You guys are truly rock stars.
Absolutely stunning! You were so professional and made both John and I so very comfortable in front of the camera.
Searching for photographers who could capture our love of winter ended when we met Rowell Photography. They visited our venue before the wedding and arrived early to scout out locations. On our wedding day, they cleared paths and even trekked through snow banks with us!
Thank you for your advice, tips, and time. Your words & time were truly invaluable.
We were so impressed with your professional and yet fun work ethic. The photographs you took were so perfect & lovely that it still takes our breath away when we look at them.
Thank you for your dedication to our wedding photos (as evidenced by your early arrival on the wedding day due to rain!) and your amazing and artistic creativity... We cannot wait to have an excuse to work with you again sometime!
You two have exceeded our expectations every step of the way. We can't wait to see you in Inuvik!
Thank you SO much for everything! We love our pictures more than ANYTHING. We look at them all the time.
The engagement photos & wedding photos are incredible and will serve as wonderful memories.
You were both wonderfully accommodating and rolled with the punches - through a damp ceremony to a hot, humid afternoon and even a long dinner!
Thank you so much for the wonderful photography... we are so pleased to have such beautiful pictures that capture the memories so perfectly.
Artistic folks will appreciate the spectacular work that the duo at this studio produces.
We loved the photo-journalistic style... They made the groom (who is camera shy) comfortable. We felt like we were heard, and were understood.
Ryan captured such great pictures of us... Natural and simply beautiful... We hail all the way from Singapore, and we think flying to Canada for the shots is one of the best thing we did.
We received our album and parent albums... Thank you so much for including the magazine that featured our wedding as well.
They were quick to respond to emails, and paid attention to even the smallest details. The photos were beautiful, with a journalistic style that sets this pair apart.
Luca and Allison did such an amazing job. Luca even had to show some of the boys how to properly wear their tuxes!
I can barely see because of the tears!!! These beautiful photos have touched us deeply. You captured the magic and the emotion perfectly.
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