West Virginia Fine Photography, LLC

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Welcome to WEST VIRGINIA FINE PHOTOGRAPHY, LLC!

I’m Ron Gaskins, and West Virginia Fine Photography, LLC, is my business. Someone once said, “Do what you enjoy, and you’ll never work a day in your life.” That’s why I’ve become a professional photographer. I’ve enjoyed photography as a hobby for over 30 years, taking photographs for myself, and also acting as an official or unofficial photographer for the various organizations to which I belonged. In June of 2008, I retired from the “Day Job” and have been working to develop my own photography business. In December of 2008, my wife, Susan, and I moved from Bruceton Mills, WV, to Evans, WV, in order to be closer to our family, and this is where I’m located today.

Part of enjoying photography is striving to improve yourself and your work. In order to become a better photographer, I continue to study my craft and hone my skills. In my previous career, I worked with customers to improve and maintain their service, and also served as an advocate for my coworkers. Now, I want to take these experiences and create a business in which I can do the work I enjoy, while providing customer satisfaction.

My photographic experience and interests include: Nature, Weddings and Engagements, Informal Portraits, Sporting Events, Commercial and Special Occasions. I am also available for legal, insurance and forensic documentation. As you look through the various photo galleries below, consider whether I might be the photographer you’re looking for. I will do my best to exceed your expectations.

I’m proud to be a West Virginian, and proud of the work I do, hence the name of my business. If you want a photographer who will listen to your ideas, provide attention to details, and work with professionalism and courtesy, please contact me for your photography needs.

You can contact me online here: Email me Also, by regular mail at P.O. Box 3, Evans, WV, 25241. You may also contact me by phone at 304-532-0070. I will be happy to discuss your photography needs, dates and prices for work anywhere in West Virginia and beyond.

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Commercial and Business Photography : West Virginia Fine Photography has had the opportunity to work with several businesses, doing photographs for advertising, internal publications, T-shirts, newspapers, calendars and magazines.  This includes a cross section of architecture, portraiture, sports, nature and fine art.  If your business is considering using photographs, consider contacting West Virginia Fine Photography, and we will help you create the images you are looking for.

Commercial and Business Photography

West Virginia Fine Photography has had the opportunity to work with se ...

Updated: Feb 05, 2010 7:51pm PST

Brides & Grooms : Your Wedding Day is one of the most important days of your lives.  You will want to recall all of the special moments, from the laughs at the rehearsal, the private time as you get dressed, the looks you give each other during your vows, and the excitement of the reception with your friends and family.

Photographs from West Virginia Fine Photography will capture those special moments, so you and your family can enjoy them over and over again.

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Brides & Grooms

Your Wedding Day is one of the most important days of your lives. You ...

Updated: Nov 29, 2009 12:44pm PST

West Virginia Beauty : Oh, the hills, beautiful hills, How I love those West Virginia hills!
    If o'er sea o'er land I roam, Still I'll think of happy home,
    And my friends among the West Virginia hills. 

If you see a photo that you like, click on "Buy" and you can select the print/product you want, the quantity, and place your order right here!  The "watermark" brand that appears in the center of the photos won't be reproduced on ordered prints.  However, some prints do include a permanent "watermark" in the lower right corner.

West Virginia Beauty

Oh, the hills, beautiful hills, How I love those West Virginia hills! ...

Updated: Jan 14, 2010 5:38am PST

Engagement Portraits : "YES! I'll Marry You!"  When you want more than just a snapshot for the newspaper, I can provide a professional Engagement Portrait Session!  Indoors or out, Spring, Summer, Fall or Winter, an Engagement Portrait Session creates the photographs to keep, share with family and friends, and yes, even to send to the newspaper!

Engagement Portraits

"YES! I'll Marry You!" When you want more than just a snapshot for th ...

Updated: Sep 26, 2008 3:45pm PST

Special Events : Meetings, rallies, anniversary parties, concerts and more!

Special Events

Meetings, rallies, anniversary parties, concerts and more!

Updated: Jan 12, 2010 10:25am PST

Senior Portraits : Graduating from high school is the first major step toward becoming an adult.  A Senior Portrait is an opportunity to exhibit this transition from child to adult, a chance to show the world who you are, with hints of who you may become.  Of course we can't forget, Grandparents love them, too!

I can work with your Senior to create a Portrait that everyone will be pleased with.  Beautiful outdoor scenes can really exhibit your Senior's smile in a way that's not seen inside four walls.

Senior Portraits

Graduating from high school is the first major step toward becoming an ...

Updated: Nov 04, 2008 1:32pm PST

Trip to Blackwater Falls, Canaan Valley and Cathedral State Parks : Blackwater Falls State Park, near Davis, West Virginia, is one of my favorite places.  I have lots of negatives from my previous trips there, but don't have very many since making the switch to digital.  I especially didn't have many winter photos, so I made a trip recently.  I hope you enjoy these.  They were taken at Blackwater, Canaan Valley and Cathedral State Parks, or in the area.

Trip to Blackwater Falls, Canaan Valley and Cathedral State Parks

Blackwater Falls State Park, near Davis, West Virginia, is one of my f ...

Updated: Dec 29, 2009 9:10pm PST

On Location Portraits : Don't limit yourself to four walls...the whole world can be our studio.  "On Location Portraits" gives you plenty of options!  When you need a budget-priced alternative that still includes the services of a professional photographer, contact West Virginia Fine Photography and mention "On Location Portraits!"

On Location Portraits

Don't limit yourself to four walls...the whole world can be our studio ...

Updated: Dec 08, 2009 7:40am PST

Ripley Fire & Rescue : I am a Professional Member of the International Fire Photographers Association (IFPA).  In addition,I serve as the official Photographer for the Ripley Volunteer Fire Department, located at 337 West Main Street in Ripley, WV.   Ripley Fire-Rescue was formed in 1946 and has been proudly serving the citizens of Jackson County since that time. Our district encompasses 135 square miles of rural West Virginia, with a population of 11,400. Within our district are the City of Ripley, the communities of Evans, Fairplain, Gay, and the surrounding area.    

Please visit the Official Website of the Ripley Volunteer Fire Department at   www.ripleyfire.com   .

In addition to emergency and fire photography, I am also available for insurance, legal and forensic documentation.

 Visit IFPA - International Fire Photographers Association

Ripley Fire & Rescue

I am a Professional Member of the International Fire Photographers Ass ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 7:04am PST

Ripley Fun Day, August 8, 2009 : The Ripley Fun Day was indeed a fun event for all who came out to enjoy it on Saturday, August 8, 2009.  The Ripley Volunteer Fire Department had a table staffed by some of their Firefighters, and had lots of small visitors (along with their Moms & Dads).  In addition, some of the Firefighters visited the other events going on around the Courthouse.  I hope you enjoy these photos, and if you have any questions, go back to the home page (Ronald Gaskins) and scroll down to the highlighted "Email Me" link.  I would love to hear from you.

Ripley Fun Day, August 8, 2009

The Ripley Fun Day was indeed a fun event for all who came out to enjo ...

Updated: Aug 11, 2009 8:38am PST

Big Read-To Kill A Mockingbird :

Big Read-To Kill A Mockingbird

Updated: Sep 26, 2009 7:34pm PST

Visit to North Bend State Park :

Visit to North Bend State Park

Updated: Dec 08, 2009 7:31am PST

Ripley Independence Day Celebration : Ripley, West Virginia, hosts the "largest small-town Independence Day celebration in the country!"  Please take some time to share the celebration by looking through these photos.  I will be adding more in the next couple days, so please check back.  If you see something you like, you can order directly from the website.  Just click on the "buy" button, and you can purchase prints in various sizes and finishes, as well as coffee mugs, mousepads, T-shirts and more.  If you have any questions, just click on "Ronald Gaskins" in the top left of the page to go to my home page, and scroll down to the "email me" spot.  Thanks for taking the time to look here, and have a great day!

Ripley Independence Day Celebration

Ripley, West Virginia, hosts the "largest small-town Independence Day ...

Updated: Sep 08, 2009 8:21am PST

RHS Homecoming Parade 2009 : Welcome to the 2009 Ripley High School Homecoming Parade!  Enjoy seeing the Viking football team, the cheerleaders, the marching band and all the rest.  If you like, you may order prints directly from this website.  Just click on a photo you like, then click on the "Buy" button.  Photos are available in several sizes and finishes, plus can be ordered as magnets, coffee mugs, T-shirts and more.  If you like what you see, let me know.  You can email me by clicking the "Email Me" link on the Home Page.  Have a great day, and "Go Vikings!"

RHS Homecoming Parade 2009

Welcome to the 2009 Ripley High School Homecoming Parade! Enjoy seein ...

Updated: Dec 08, 2009 7:35am PST

And Then, There Are Others... : This gallery is for the photographs that don't quite fit into the others.  Barns, while certainly picturesque, aren't quite natural West Virginia Beauty.  Special Effect treatments of lighting or time exposures of industrial sites may be attractive, but aren't Special Events.  In any case, treat this gallery like an unexpected box found in the attic...there may be a few treasures you never expected to see!

And Then, There Are Others...

This gallery is for the photographs that don't quite fit into the othe ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 5:10pm PST

Charleston, WV PhotoWalk 2009 :

Charleston, WV PhotoWalk 2009

Updated: Jul 19, 2009 2:26pm PST

Your Photographer : "Experience is not what happens to you; it's what you do with what happens to you."
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Your Photographer

"Experience is not what happens to you; it's what you do with what hap ...

Updated: Jan 19, 2010 2:59pm PST

Charleston Boulevard Rod Run & Doo Wop : I recently photographed part of the enormous car show in Charleston, WV, as part of the team from the Charleston Camera Club.  We had a great time touring "the Boulevard," and the cars, their owners and the visitors were great.  Take a few minutes to look at my photographs, which include many of the details that make these vehicles so special.

Charleston Boulevard Rod Run & Doo Wop

I recently photographed part of the enormous car show in Charleston, W ...

Updated: Oct 22, 2009 1:39pm PST

CASA All Star Football Event : Touchdown!  You've reached the photo webpage for the CASA All Star Football Event, held recently at Ripley High School.  There are children's activities, action photos from the game, team photos, and some photos of the volunteers that helped make this day possible.  

CASA is Court Appointed Special Advocates for children, volunteers who are trained to assist when it becomes necessary for children to be removed from their homes.  If you would like to know more about the CASA organization, you can email CASA at   circuit5casa@hotmail.com  or call 304-373-1165.

Our Players are the All Stars of the American Football Association, divided into the East and West teams.  The American Football Association (AFA) is a non-profit corporation dedicated to the advancement and promotion of semi-pro/minor league football teams and leagues in the United States.  The Player-Coach for the East team is Mike Devereux, who also coaches the Jackson County Black Bears.

I hope you enjoy the photographs, and if you wish to purchase prints, just click on the "Buy" button above the large photo.  A new window will appear, showing prints of different sizes and finishes.  In addition, there is a Merchandise tab, which includes things such as coffee mugs, T-shirts, mousepads and more.

For the Players....if you don't happen to see yourself among these almost 200 photographs, send me an email with your jersey number and which team you played for, and I'll check some of my "out-takes."

CASA All Star Football Event

Touchdown! You've reached the photo webpage for the CASA All Star Foo ...

Updated: Jan 24, 2010 8:53pm PST

Christmas Parade in Ripley 2009 : With a brisk breeze and a fresh coating of white snowflakes, Santa Claus arrived in Ripley riding on Fire Engine 31 on Saturday afternoon, December 5, 2009.  Accompanied by several beauty queens, a marching band, horse drawn wagons and a police escort, Santa made his way through town toward the Alpine Theater, where he would meet with all  the good boys and girls in Ripley.

Christmas Parade in Ripley 2009

With a brisk breeze and a fresh coating of white snowflakes, Santa Cla ...

Updated: Dec 05, 2009 3:34pm PST