Capturing timeless moments, one frame at a time
Who We Are
At Ryan Bumgarner Photography, we are a team of dedicated professionals passionate about capturing life's most precious moments. Our founder, Ryan Bumgarner, is a highly experienced and skilled photographer and realtor with a background in photography, documentary studies, and anthropology. With over 20 years of experience, Ryan has honed his skills to deliver exceptional results in wedding, commercial, and event photography.
Our Services
We offer a range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. From elegant wedding photography to family portraits, engagement sessions, and proposal photography, our team is committed to preserving memories that last a lifetime. Our services include:
- Wedding Photography: We specialize in capturing the magic of your special day, from intimate portraits to candid celebrations, at some of the most iconic venues in Asheville, including Crest Mountain, Claxton Farm, Fields of Blackberry Cove, Lake Lure Inn, My Beloved Homewood, and Yesterday Spaces.
- Commercial Photography: Our expertise in commercial photography allows us to capture the essence of your brand, including product photography, event photography, and corporate portrait photography.
- Family Portraits: Our studio offers customized family portrait photography sessions, capturing the love and connection between families.
- Engagement Sessions: We carefully craft each engagement session to reflect the unique love story of our clients, capturing tender moments and romantic gestures.
- Proposal Photography: Our team is dedicated to capturing the magic of the proposal moment, preserving the emotions and excitement for our clients.
Areas of Expertise
Our expertise includes:
- Wedding Photography: We specialize in creating stunning wedding albums, capturing the joy, laughter, and love of the big day.
- Commercial Photography: Our commercial photography services include product photography, event photography, and corporate portrait photography.
- Family Portraits: Our studio offers customized family portrait photography sessions, capturing the love and connection between families.
- Engagement Sessions: We carefully craft each engagement session to reflect the unique love story of our clients, capturing tender moments and romantic gestures.
- Proposal Photography: Our team is dedicated to capturing the magic of the proposal moment, preserving the emotions and excitement for our clients.
What Sets Us Apart
Our commitment to delivering exceptional results is what sets us apart. With attention to detail, creativity, and technical expertise, we strive to exceed our clients' expectations. Our team is dedicated to documenting life's precious moments, creating memories that will be cherished for generations to come.
About Ryan Bumgarner
Ryan Bumgarner is a highly experienced photographer and realtor with a background in photography, documentary studies, and anthropology. With over 20 years of experience, Ryan has honed his skills to deliver exceptional results in wedding, commercial, and event photography. His passion for capturing life's most precious moments drives his creative vision.
Reviews Summary
Ryan, a photographer, received a mix of positive and negative reviews. While some customers praised his work, professionalism, and entertaining nature, others were extremely dissatisfied with his services.
Photography and Services
Many reviewers praised Ryan's photography skills, stating that he captured stunning and priceless photos of their special moments. He was described as great to work with, patient, and accommodating. Ryan also seemed to have a good sense of humor, which made the experience enjoyable for some customers.
Communication and Professionalism
However, several customers were extremely disappointed with Ryan's communication and professionalism. Justin Hood reported that Ryan failed to show up at the planned photo shoot without prior notice or apology. Alex Saenz had a similar experience, with Ryan cancelling the pre-arranged walkthrough at the last minute, resulting in inconvenience and financial loss. Ryan's lack of communication and professionalism were criticized in both reviews.
Recommendations
Despite the negative experiences, several reviewers strongly recommended Ryan's services. Freddi TheAlien and Micah Dailey praised his work, citing his ability to capture great moments and his pleasant personality.
