Pro Bono Photography for Wreaths Across America
Award-winning photographer, John Ryan, of J&J Studios of Philadelphia is a much sought after photographer. As such he is kept very busy with commitments involving a vast variety of personal, professional, as well as corporate events where his talents are demanded to capture such activities. However, despite maintaining a hectic schedule John is very community conscious and always willing to support various causes and groups by lending those special talents with no expectation of payment. This was the case of how John handled the Pro Bono Photography for Wreaths Across America photo shoot.
- National Wreaths Across America Day: This year, the event was held on Saturday, December 13, 2025.
- Locations: Wreaths Across America will be present at over 388 locations across Pennsylvania to remember and honor veterans.
- Mission: The mission of Wreaths Across America is to “Remember, Honor, and Teach” about the service and sacrifice of veterans.
- Activities: Volunteers will lay remembrance wreaths on the graves of veterans.
- How to get involved: You can volunteer to help with wreath placement, sponsor a wreath, or invite friends to participate.
- Specific Locations:
- Philadelphia National Cemetery: Wreath placement will take place immediately following a ceremony at 12:00 pm.
- PA Soldiers & Sailors Home: Wreath placement will take place immediately following a ceremony at 12:00 pm.
- Pennsylvania State House: Wreaths Across America will be present for a State House Remembrance.
- Resurrection Cemetery (Wescosville): Ceremony on December 13, 2025 at 12:00 pm.
- Indiantown Gap National Cemetery: Free parking and shuttle service will be available at the Ingram Micro and MSC parking lots off of I-81, Exit 90.
- Wreaths Across America Website: For more information, visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org.
As you can see from the pictures below, John Ryan was able to capture a number of special moments of during the activities of the group at one of the cemeteries they visit. It’s a very touching act of remembrance for so many service men and women who otherwise may fade into history and in many cases forgotten for the service they gave to our country, in some cases giving their lives for the sake of freedom. John graciously captured many moments of remembrance without intruding on the solemnity of the occasion. The photos capture the work and preparation of the event and the moments that make this group’s commitment so special to so many.
All of the photographs above of the Pro Bono Photography for Wreaths Across America session here display the talents of John Ryan of J&J Studios of Philadelphia John is a gifted photographer and is well known for his incredible wedding photography not only in the Philadelphia area, but throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and points beyond. And John is not only known for his memorable wedding photos. John also captures special moments tied to Engagements, Birthdays, Anniversaries, LGBTQ+ events, Corporate and Sporting happenings, Christenings, as well as Professional and Family portraits and headshots. John has been honored by multiple Diamond Awards for his Engagement Portraits, Awards for his Documentary Wedding Photography, and recognized by the Artistic Guild of Wedding Photojournalists. Such a list of acknowledgements and accomplishments would lead someone to think that John would limit the many many requests and engagements he receives to just a chosen group or clientele. However, that is not what John is about. He has brought his arsenal of talents to many other individuals and couples who otherwise would not normally be able to utilize a photographer of his caliber to capture their very special moments. John takes the time to get to know his clients so they can work as a team to memorialize the precious event at hand. If you are looking for a gifted photographer for your special event, look no further than John Ryan to provide you with a stunning memorialization to last you for a lifetime.
