Ralph De Falco Photography

Hi everyone!! Welcome to my FB book. I hope you enjoy my photographs.

Here’s a little bit about me. Born and raised in New York City, I have been taking pictures since high school. So, yes, 20 years now.

I started with a Nikon F series SLR manual film camera (one of many) and I'm proud to say that I’ve come a long way. Over the years, I have evolved to the Nikon D series digital SLRS and become a devotee of Nikon equipment. Although pricey, the reliability and image quality standards are unmatched. I don't take any chances at weddings or other photo shoots, so I own two D3 bodies and two D4 bodies along with ten professional Nikkor lenses; in case of a mechanical or electrical malfunction, I'm covered. I have four assistants who work for me, one of whom helps out during weddings and the occasional photo session.

When I first started out in Maryland, I worked with master photographer Web Wright for 3 years. Annapolis-based, I met Web in 2001, who took me under his wing and showed me how to turn a picture into a portrait. Thirteen years later we are great friends and, because of him, I was able to go out on my own. I've taken over 400,000 photographs in 5 countries and have a running archive of every photograph. I specialize in photo-journalistic wedding photography as well as family and individual portraiture including infants. I joined the Maryland Professional Photographers Association in 2004 and earned the title Professional Photographer in 2006. I compete in bi-monthly print competitions which include several categories and are judged by 3 guest Master Photographers from around the country. I've earned over 25 merited prints and strive to win best in show. The competition is fierce, as I compete against other Professional Photographers from Md, Dc, Va. My goal in the next 5 years is to earn the title of Master Photographer.

When I’m not behind the camera lens capturing timeless memories, you can find me at the dog park with my 110-pound German Shepherd and serving the city of Annapolis as a police officer.

Contact me to book a photo shoot, see more samples of my work, or talk about all things photography.