I love the cinema. I could sit and watch movies for days on end. As a matter of fact growing up I always wanted to work in film (I did briefly and that’s a whole other story) as a set designer because I am fascinated by the attention to detail that goes into creating a story. The books on a shelf behind the main character, the color of the walls of the house, the type of furniture, these things tell the true story to me and begin to peel back the layers and reveal a little more about each character. It makes the story more personal.

This is the same approach I take to my images. You can call them photographs but I think of them as so much more. I want every frame to tell a story, more importantly your story. I want to capture the subtle details that make your day about you and the things that matter most in your life. I don’t have clients, I make new friends and as with any friendship I spend time to get to know you so I recognize the moments that are important to you, not just the ones that make a good image.

So please, sit back with a big cup of coffee (the more cream and sugar the better I say) and take a look at some of the stories I have had the privilege of telling and if you like what you see feel free to call anytime cause I love making new friends.

 

Mission Viejo, Fred + Tiffany + Carter= Love Multiplied

Carter Frederick Muscarella is the newest addition to the love between Fred and Tiffany! It’s been so exciting to watch as Carter grew in his Mommy’s tummy. Carter was brought into this world in the comforts of his Grandma’s home with all his family around to greet him. And now I get to meet him and watch as his family grows together has been pure joy. When Carter was almost 2 weeks old I came over to snap a few photos of him. Here are a few of my favorites!

Always on the move this little guy was full of energy.

Here Carter is holding himself up!! All by Himself. Such a strong and healthy baby



I just love this face that Carter is making! Here is his Ama holding him.

Thank you Fred and Tiffany for the honor of capturing your family portraits. It’s going to be a joy to watch this little man grow up!!


Tiffany - Thank YOU Ryel....you are sooo talented!! I am so excited to meet your sweet Dylan :)

Mission Viejo, Fred + Tiffany + Carter= Sneak Peek

Love the baby smell! Baby soft. Baby smiles. Baby sounds. Little toes… ears… nose. Little all around! Here is a little sneak peek of the newest addition to the Muscarella home.

Pensacola, Steve and Joy= Multiplied II

Blair Van Bussel - So beautiful!

Joy Watson - Oh how I love you. Ryel, these are so beautiful. We had such a fun time with you. Can't thank you enough for coming out to shoot us.

Pensacola, Steve and Joy= Sneak Peek II

Joy Watson - LOVE. LOVE. LOVE.

Pensacola, Steve and Joy= Multiplied

I had the extreme honor of flying out to Pensacola Florida to capture my great friend Joy and her decorated husband Steve. Their love for each other is so strong and an amazing example of marriage. Joy -you are such an encourager, compassionately supportive and always living life with humor and a smile. I admire and love you!

The three of us headed to downtown Pensacola to snap a few frames in remembrance of their time there. Here are a few of my favorites:


Pensacola was delightful. Everyone I met was so welcoming. Thank you!!! Steve and Joy, thank you for your hospitality and delicious home-cooked meals.

brianna phelan - Oooh sexay!! Love the shots of her up on the window ledge :)

Kristina Marshall - Aww these are so cute! I miss you so much Joy! Great work Ryel :-)

Joy Watson - Ryel, oh how I adore you. These are so beautiful. I'm so excited and can't thank you enough for coming out to visit and photograph us. You're amazing!