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The man behind the camera

I am Ricardo, people call me Ric or Ricky.  I live in Delaware but I am very familiar with Philadelphia, Wilmington and Maryland. This is my blog where you can find my recent work and also learn a little bit more about me.  So stay awhile, and check back frequently. 

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Yearly Archives: 2009

Daly Family – Alapocas State Park Family Portrait Photographer

I had the pleasure of photographing the Daly Family last week. The family likes rock climbing and wanted rocks to be incorporated into their portraits. I stumbled upon Alapocas Run Park in Wilmington, DE. It was very tricky to find the exact spot,talk about off the beaten path. At any rate, thanks to maps and...

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Wedding Albums

I have been meaning to write an entry about the albums that I offer for weddings. I offer two traditional styles and one flush mount style. My personal favorite is the flush mount. Flush mount spreads are mounted directly onto a 2mm substrate. The book cover is a beautiful 100% full grain leather. The spreads...

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Savage Mill Portraits – Eley Holiday Portriats

I have been doing the Eley Holiday Portraits of Ryen and Myles for a few years now. This year we went to Savage Mill to incorporate the fall colors into the pictures. Ryen likes to take pictures but only in short spurts. Myles is not a fan of the camera at all. I had to...

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Should we take our pictures before the wedding ceremony

When I meet with couples, I like to lay out all of the available options. One option that has gotten a bad rap is for the bride and groom to take pictures together before the wedding. It goes against mainstream thinking and tradition, but I believe it makes for a more enjoyable day for the...

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Brandon + Jessica – White Marsh, MD Wedding Photographer

I had a blast shooting Brandon and Jessica’s wedding earlier this month. I shot this for James of Be Photography . I can honestly say this was one of the best receptions I have ever attended, let alone photographed. One of the bridesmaid’s even did the worm!! Everyone had a blast and no one wanted...

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How to Choose a Photographer

I recently joined weddingphotousa and I submitted an article on how to choose a photographer. I have been on both sides of the coin, as I am recently married. I tell all my clients to meet with the photographer who will be shooting your wedding. Get an idea of their personality to see if everyone...

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Noel+Jed: Columbia Maryland Wedding Photographer

Second wedding I had last weekend. It was in Columbia, MD. There was a slight chance of rain, so the ceremony was held in the ballroom at the Hilton. It turned out to be a gorgeous day, for a gorgeous couple. Very lively reception was held at the Oakland Mansion in Columbia. Noel made a...

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Megan+Jason: Philadelphia Wedding Photographer

Last week I had the pleasure of shooting Megan and Jason’s wedding. I did their engagement photos in early August. The weather was great and what a beautiful couple. They got married in Northeast Philadelphia and we did some shots in nearby Wissinoming Park. Megan’s veil and dress reminded of a 1950′s bride hence some...

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Italian Honeymoon

This time last year I was enjoying my honeymoon in Italy. We visited Venice, Florence and Rome. We bother liked Florence the best as it was very historic and medieval. I highly recommend the walking tour thru downtown. Rome was very nice and so full or history and culture. We went to Vatican City, it...

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Here’s Petey

Here is Peter, the little man. Its amazing to see him transform into a big man. We share the same birthday and we are nothing alike :-p. During this shoot he exhibited a range of emotions and even a few wardrobe changes. Oh yeah and when toddlers are done taking pictures..they let you know. Here...

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