Have you ever been under a cherry tree while it “snows” its blossoms on you? It’s an almost magical feeling. The blossoms were at their peak at our wedding this past Saturday. Our awesome couple, Michael and Sarah Collana, chose to have their photos taken at Forest Lawn Cemetery in downtown Buffalo. At Mirror… Read more »
Year: 2013
Why models?
On my recent trip to St. Louis to attend an After Dark EDU event, I had the amazing opportunity to work with models. It kind of felt like cheating. In a good way. They moved, pouted, smiled, and posed without much direction at all. It was a new experience for me. Here is an example:… Read more »
After Dark, continued :)
Yesterday I posted about some of the awesomeness of After Dark. Today, I’m back to share more!! This image is from a class on how to use poor locations/poor lighting effectively. If you are a photographer, you know that shooting in bright sun can be a challenge. Plus, to make it even more interesting, we… Read more »
This IS After Dark EDU
Last week I had the amazing opportunity to travel to St. Louis, Missouri to participate in a one-of-a-kind educational event called, “After Dark Education.” This photography workshop event is very hands-on. I came home with new techniques to try and new products to buy! Actually, I bought over $3000 worth of new equipment back in… Read more »
Eugene + Janice = Engaged!!
Kevin and I met Eugene and Janice today for the first time – at their engagement shoot! What a sweet couple! One of our favorite things is photographing genuine reactions. And, that’s what we got today! See? We are really looking forward to their wedding – the day after our 16th anniversary!We’d love to hear… Read more »
Tyler + Beth = Engaged!!!
Those of you who have followed this blog for over a year may remember that we had the opportunity to travel to Michigan last summer to photograph my cousin Renee’s wedding, found here. Beth was one of Renee’s bridesmaids, and this summer, it’s her turn! Over Easter weekend, we did Tyler and Beth’s engagement shoot…. Read more »
Jermar and Tamara = Engaged!
I met with Jermar and Tamara last Saturday for what I am now officially calling “The Last Snowy Engagement Session of 2013.” Ahem. Well, anyway, we were blessed with snow for this session. The first thing you notice when you meet Jermar and Tamara is their smiles. Big, beautiful, happy smiles. See what I mean?Tell… Read more »
Joe and Tiffany = Engaged!!
Joe and Tiffany came out to Akron Park this past Saturday for one of our last snowy sessions of the year (maybe?). I was so glad to spend time with this fun-loving couple. I always try to figure out a couples’ style on their engagement session, so that we can come prepared to their wedding…. Read more »
Dan + Nicole: Engaged!
This past Saturday, I met with Dan and Nicole for an unseasonably warm afternoon engagement session. We walked up and down the road in front of his family dairy farm in Medina, NY to find the best locations. The result, and some of my favorites are here: In front of the shiny John Deere: This… Read more »
Jim + Vanessa = Engaged!
This beautiful couple braved the winter elements for a chilly engagement shoot in the snow right in Gasport. Check them out: As always, we’d love to hear what you think on our Facebook page.