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About Us
Richard has been in the family business of photography for over 20 years. Richard has developed a unique style of photography that is sought after from the Royal family to brides to be.
Richard Emmanuel studio is located in a new state-of-the-art experience center that includes a home theater viewing room, in house digital design lab, hair & make up facilities and large space to relax in our 5000 sq.ft studio.
Richard is also the founder of the Academy of Photo Arts (APA) and is a chosen speaker in the education of photography worldwide.
You can see Richard Emmanuel's work published on front pages of magazines, National Post editorials, City TV Breakfast Television, Global TV and on the A&E Network.
Richard Emmanuel is located in Toronto, Canada. We are available for commissioned photography worldwide and we have specialized in" Destination Weddings" Please call us direct for more details and how we can be your official photographer. 1-866-650-1178
Philosophy
15 years ago I picked up my first camera. Following in my fathers footsteps I continued my path as an image maker. I discovered my favorite three fundamentals in photography are stylized compositions, mood lighting and FEELING. When I am shooting I follow my senses and wait for the right moment that speaks me to. I love to focus in on all the details that tell the true story of the day. It's the greatest feeling in the world when you can make someone emotionally fulfilled. I have devoted my life to photography and will continue to help others in preserving their most special day.
Biography
Richard Emmanuel is an accomplished multimedia professional whose artistic talents and business savvy have propelled him to the forefront of the Canadian and international photography scenes. From an early age, Richard was surrounded by photography and art. His father, Milan, an expert photographer first exposed Richard to the world of cameras, images and light. Richard’s future was destined from the moment he picked up his first camera, astonishing everyone with his inherent talent to capture the beauty of life one frame at a time.
After completing his Bachelors of Applied Arts from Ryerson University in Toronto, Richard assumed the responsibilities of operating and managing the family’s business, Canada’s largest full service photography studio.
In 1998 he capitalized on the success of the family business and launched a commercial multimedia company specializing in visual content for advertising and industrial imaging. Blue-chip clients include Porsche, Audi, AT&T, Bell Canada, McDonalds, Royal Bank, VISA, as well a list of international magazines.
Encouraged by the success of his commercial enterprises and the increased demand for his artistic visual works, Richard launched Richard Emmanuel Photo & Cinema Co. an exclusive personalized photography service. This select service has found its patrons amongst Royals, celebrities, world leaders and public figures. Select clientele include Her Royal Highness Princess Anne, Pope John Paul II, French President Jacques Chirac, Right Honourable Lord Robertson of Port Ellen, NATO Secretary General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer and former US Secretary of State Colin Powell.
In 2006, Richard founded The Academy of Photo Arts or APA—a private educational institution dedicated to the development and training of individual photographers. APA workshops are inspired by Richard’s real world journeys and photo safaris. Workshops range from in-studio instruction to learning on-location in some of the world’s most exotic natural environments.
Richard is currently expanding his interests to include program development for television and specialty channels. Richard Emmanuel presently resides in Toronto. He and his wife Stephanie are happily married and have two daughters.
In the News:
Richard Emmanuel was named Studio of the Month by the international Photography Monthly magazine. The magazine noted that “Presidents of nations, heads of state, high-ranking military and political officials have all stood before his lens.” It goes on to state that when Richard covered the Atlantic Treaty Organization’s 49th General Assembly, he was the only official photographer with permission to photograph Princess Anne in the Holyrood Palace and aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia. The article concludes, “After all, if he’s photographed world leaders, he is definitely capable of covering [clients’] weddings or portraits properly.”
