POST FATHER/DAUGHTER DANCE AT TONAWANDA CASTLE

The parent dances always make me teary eyed! Laura definitely did that to me.

This was taken during the father/daughter dance at Laura and Ian's wedding at Tonawanda Castle. Her dance with her father was very emotional! They had such an amazing connection. As Laura's dance with her father came to an end, mom joined in for a family hug. That is where I lost it. I had to pull it together and fast. These were moments I couldn't miss.

This was one of my favorite moments that day! Don't get me wrong. The entire day was filled with emotional moments, but this was a goodie to remember!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony:St. Martin De Porres

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Delaware Park, Tonawanda Castle

Buffalo Wedding Reception: Tonawanda Castle

Buffalo Wedding Video: Unbeaten Path Media

Buffalo Wedding Dj/Photobooth: Moving Music

SOLO BRIDE AT ALRIGHT KNOX ART GALLERY

Welcome back Laura and Ian! Well just Laura!

I love this solo shot of Laura. She looks absolutely stunning! This was taken at Albright Knox Art Gallery! The funny thing about this image, was that it wasn't even planned or posed. I was originally working with Ian and the guys and I saw Laura strutting her stuff on a ledge of the gallery! I turned and started snapping away. Once I saw how pretty everything was looking, I had to take a time out from Ian. I then gave Laura a little direction and had her glance off into the distance.

This image was great because Laura was just having fun! As photographers, we always have to have eyes everywhere. I know it sounds creepy, but never lose site of the bride or groom. You never know what may happen. In this case, still having eyes on the Laura, created a beautiful image!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony:St. Martin De Porres

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Delaware Park, Tonawanda Castle

Buffalo Wedding Reception: Tonawanda Castle

Buffalo Wedding Video: Unbeaten Path Media

Buffalo Wedding Dj/Photobooth: Moving Music

STROLL ALONG HOYT LAKE

One last photo (for now) of Laura and Ian at Delaware Park!

Hoyt Lake (the name of the lake in the middle of the park if you did not know), can be such a pretty spot for photos. I really wanted Laura and Ian to have a few minutes alone (well with me, my assistant Alyssa, and videographer Brian). Hahah, I guess the bride and groom are never truly alone on their wedding day.

I wanted Laura and Ian to have a few minutes to soak in the day so far. They could have a quick conversation and just enjoy each others company as newlyweds. They walked hand in hand along the lake. All I asked is they looked at one another. We had a lot of time, so there was no rush. They could just relax and be together.

I love moments like this!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony:St. Martin De Porres

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Delaware Park, Tonawanda Castle

Buffalo Wedding Reception: Tonawanda Castle

Buffalo Wedding Video: Unbeaten Path Media

Buffalo Wedding Dj/Photobooth: Moving Music

THE BRIDE AND HER BRIDESMAIDS

Today, we bring you Laura and her lovely ladies! 

Laura got ready at her parents home. They had an awesome patio in the backyard. It was a beautiful day and we wanted to take advantage of it.

I really wanted to have all of Laura's ladies involved in a fun photo with the dress. Laura had such a stunning dress! She looked amazing! I had the ladies all take part of the dress. That was the only direction I gave. After that, Laura and her bridesmaids were laughing and having a great time with it. I love how Laura glanced down to look at some of her ladies. 

These photos can be so much fun. The bridesmaids always like to be a part of the day. And the getting ready portion is really where they get to shine!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony:St. Martin De Porres

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Delaware Park, Tonawanda Castle

Buffalo Wedding Reception: Tonawanda Castle

Buffalo Wedding Video: Unbeaten Path Media

Buffalo Wedding Dj/Photobooth: Moving Music

WEDDING PARTY AT DELAWARE PARK

Sorry for the delay folks. When I took on the responsibility of the Blog, it was in the off season. I was on top of having a photo ready every day. I did not think it would be this hard during this crazy season. Honestly, with how busy we are, sometimes I completely forget to post a photo. I apologize and will continue to do my best!

So, today (a bit late), is Laura and Ian and their wedding party at Delaware Park. Now, going to Delaware Park can always be a challenge during prime wedding season. There are always tons of weddings there taking photos. I don't know how it happened, but we did not have to wait for any other weddings to take photos. Bonus!

This was just a fun and casual action photo of the wedding party. I told Laura and Ian to lead the way with a casual stroll, and the wedding party to follow. There was no posing. I just told everyone to do what they wanted and have fun with it. I love Laura and Ian's laughs and smiles!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony:St. Martin De Porres

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Delaware Park, Tonawanda Castle

Buffalo Wedding Reception: Tonawanda Castle

Buffalo Wedding Video: Unbeaten Path Media

Buffalo Wedding Dj/Photobooth: Moving Music

END OF THE NIGHT AT TONAWANDA CASTLE

Oh the end of the night at Tonawanda Castle! We had a slight delay for photos at the end of the night for Laura and Ian. The lights on the stairway were not going on and I needed them in the background for photos. Apparently, something funny was going on with the timer. Thank you to the amazing staff, they got them right in time when Laura and Ian came out for pictures.

As you can see, I didn't want the entire Castle in the shot. Just a small part to know what the building was. I was more concerned with having the lights glowing behind them. I wanted to create a nice glow around Laura and Ian. I had Alyssa add some extra light to their faces and that was it! 

Laura and Ian were having an amazing moment together. It was the first time at the reception they had a few minutes alone as newlyweds! What a great way to end the night.

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony:St. Martin De Porres

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Delaware Park, Tonawanda Castle

Buffalo Wedding Reception: Tonawanda Castle

Buffalo Wedding Video: Unbeaten Path Media

Buffalo Wedding Dj/Photobooth: Moving Music

TONAWANDA CASTLE WEDDING

Laura and Ian are hitched! They got married on July 9th, and because of our crazy season, I am just getting to putting them on the blog!

Their reception was at the Tonawanda Castle. I love it there. We had free reign to use the entire building for photos. I absolutely love this room! After some heavy furniture moving and carpet rolling (thanks to my assistant Alyssa that day), we cleared out this area for photos. I won't lie, it was super hot in that room. It was on the third floor and with a tiny air conditioner (located by the door). But, we had to use this room!

We had Laura and Ian get nice and close and have a look at each other. I didn't want to get to crazy with the pose because I really liked the setting of the room. Simple poses can be elegant!

Congrats to Laura and Ian! 

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony:St. Martin De Porres

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Delaware Park, Tonawanda Castle

Buffalo Wedding Reception: Tonawanda Castle

Buffalo Wedding Video: Unbeaten Path Media

Buffalo Wedding Dj/Photobooth: Moving Music

BRIDE AND HER PARENTS

Happy Friday! We end the week with one last image of Heather and Clay. Well, Heather and her parents.

This is an image from Heather getting ready at her parents house. You have to love an old staircase. My favorite! 

As Heather made her grand entrance down the stairs, Neal placed her parents in the doorway below. This was not the first time Heathers parents saw her though. But it was such a great set up for Heather and her parents to be in a photo together. And not just your typical family portrait either!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony & Reception: Youngstown Yacht Club

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Old Fort Niagara, Youngstown Yacht Club

ALL ABOARD!

Clay is back and behind the wheel...of a boat! As I mentioned, Heather and Clay were married at the Youngstown Yacht Club. So, it was only natural to have some photos on a boat!

Clay is the captain and Heather is the first mate! This image is really fun. I love the angle Neal shot for this. I like how he included parts of the boat. Then he had Heather and Clay look off into the distance toward the water!

Do you notice anything about Heather? She has a different dress on! This was her cocktail dress. Heather and Clay did a first look and photos before the ceremony. She wore her actual wedding dress for those. Their ceremony did not take place until about 8:30, so they wanted to mingle with the guests for the pre-cocktail hour. Heather did not want anyone to see her wedding dress until she said "I Do!" So, she changed out of her wedding dress and into a cocktail dress and back to her wedding dress! Oh how I love wardrobe changes!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony & Reception: Youngstown Yacht Club

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Old Fort Niagara, Youngstown Yacht Club

STUNNING BRIDE DOWN BY THE DOCK

I apologize now. Heather and Clay will be taking up the week! I do not know if it is because I didn't shoot with Neal that day, so as I go through them, I am seeing all of his ideas for the first time (for that wedding). Or just because there were so many amazing and different images to tell their day! We do not shoot separate too often, but it is so exciting to see each others ideas!

Heather is breathtaking in this image! at the Youngstown Yacht Club. She has great posture. Neal had her go to the end of the dock and glance over her shoulder. I love the boats and sky in the background. Everything just ties together perfectly!

Gorgeous!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony & Reception: Youngstown Yacht Club

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Old Fort Niagara, Youngstown Yacht Club