There’s a lot more to black & white film photography than the absence of color. Here I take a look at a few of my favorite film stocks for portrait, product photography and more.

Discover how I helped Beebrands Technology, a Grand Rapids startup, elevate their product’s impact with professional, consistent photography. Learn about my comprehensive deliverables, tailored for commercial clients, and the importance of high-quality images for West Michigan businesses.

Discover how true film emulation brings the timeless, vintage look of real film to modern photography. Learn the benefits, cost efficiency, and unique aesthetic appeal for portrait and commercial projects.

Portraits allow me to capture more than just an image—they tell a story, highlight personality, and bring out the individuality of each client. If you’re interested in a timeless, high-quality portrait session, let’s create something unforgettable together.

Commercial Photography Specialist, Grand Rapids
20+ years of experience in product photography, serving West Michigan’s small businesses and startups.

If you’re looking for senior portraits that capture the true essence of this exciting time, I’d love to help. With my years of experience and dedication to providing only the highest quality images, you can trust that your senior session will be both fun and memorable.

This amazing young couple and I had an incredible time at the beach for a couples portrait session! They are TOO CUTE.

Corporate Event Photography has got to be one of my favorite ways to spend a day taking photos. I love working with my Corporate clients, and corporate events are always wonderful!

Music Print Collection - ongoing project celebrating music and the instruments that make it, showing their beauty, craftsmanship and imperfections. Product photography by Ryan Velting.

Product Photography for local builder Home Specialists. Cabinet and door product photography. Remodeling Contractor product photography.

Gun Print Collection - ongoing project of handgun and weapons showing their beauty, craftsmanship and imperfections. Product photography by Ryan Velting.

Pastor Mark Crowe’s powerful interview filmed in Battle Creek Michigan. Mark’s testimony deals with hopelessness and God’s perfect timing. Commercial Interview filmed and edited by Ryan Velting.

When asked if I’d shoot Dakotas senior photos I was honored and excited. Dakota has cerebral palsy. Photographing those with disabilities is both rewarding and challenging, and I enjoy it immensely.

I love shooting portriats and senior photos! We shot at Cannonsburg, and ended up with a good variety of images to chose from! Portrait, headshot and senior photography by Ryan Velting.

A few images from an ongoing personal photo project dedicated to my love of cameras and honoring the history of photography.

Black Calder Brewing Company, Michigan’s first Black-Owned brewery located in Grand Rapids Michigan. Black Calder Brewing product photos for social media, photos for website and advertising.

Children, especially young toddlers, can be especially challenging to photograph. My approach is always the same. Let kids be kids, and be ready.

We don’t shoot many senior photos sessions, but we do try to squeeze them in when time allows since we always have such a great time with senior photo shoots.