TABLE FOR TWO IN LEWISTON NY!

Kristin and John had an awesome engagement session in Lewiston NY!

It started to get dark and all of the store front lights went on. And to top it off, the trees all had Christmas lights on them. We love incorporating the surroundings into our photos. This was outside of one of the restaurants on Center Street. There was one lonely table for two. Have a seat Kristin and John!

The great part was that the area was so well lit, we didn't need any extra lighting. The natural street lighting was perfect. It wasn't too harsh either. Luckily, it wasn't too busy there either. We had the whole place to ourselves.

Kristin and John had a seat and just enjoyed each others company. Now only if I had a bottle of wine/beer and some cheese for them! I'll have to keep that handy for all of our shoots! I think this is so romantic. We love night photography!

-Danielle

Neal here, as Danielle mentioned above, everything was ambient light. The ambient light is the reason why we chose this spot. Yes, there was a nice table for two on Center Street but the lighting above the table put them in a spotlight so we had to shoot here. If we added our own lights then we would've lost the intimate setting. We did multiple poses at this table, some looking/smiling at the camera and some when they were more intimate towards each other... This pose was one of their chosen favorites for me to edit... I imagine this is how they probably sit and look at each other when they're out on a date. Hands interlocked with each other. Sometimes we find a spot with good lighting, place the clients in that spot, do a couple poses for me and then let them have a moment while we capture it. Note: Kristin's reflection in the store front window! 

Buffalo Engagement Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Engagement Photo Location: Fort Niagara State Park, Village of Lewiston

NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY AT THE DELAWARE MANSION

Time for a night image from Rose and Ramin's wedding at the Delaware Mansion!

I love the Mansion all lit up at night. This was on the side courtyard. I really like how the lamp lights up the whole area. We did need to add a little extra light to the scene where Neal will explain below.

It was a chilly night in December, so we didn't want to keep Rose and Ramin outside too long. They got nice and close and looked at each other. It has such a magical feel to it. I love it!

-Danielle

Neal here, this was a fun shot to light. This was a three light set up. I placed a light directly behind the couple for some backlight, then a kicker light that was low to the right behind the plant which helped separate the groom from the background. Danielle lit the couple from the front right side for the main light and the ambient light from the lamp post was used as some fill. The image screamed black and white as soon as I saw it especially with the architecture from the building that gives it a timeless look. 

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Photo Session: Canalside Buffalo 

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony and Reception: Delaware Mansion

Buffalo Wedding DJ: Whirln Disc Sound

VEIL PORTRAITS

Kelsey and Jarrett had their photos done at Delaware Park. They had a November wedding and we were hoping for a dusting of snow. That didn't happen, so we improvised!

We decided to do some veil style photos. We pulled Kelsey's veil over both of them. Then we let them have a moment. It was great. Jarrett went in for kisses on the lips, cheek, neck, ear. He was having such an intimate moment with Kelsey. Kelsey closed her eyes and just enjoyed. At one point, I do not think they remembered we were there taking photos. It was great!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Video: Nigh Video Productions

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony: Salvatore's Garden Place Hotel

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Delaware Park

Buffalo Wedding Reception: Salvatore's Italian Gardens

Buffalo Wedding DJ: Moving Music

DOUBLE BOUQUET TOSS!

Melissa and Mary are throwing the bouquet at the same time!

Don't you love how fun this is? Melissa and Mary got married at Hotel at the Lafayette. They had a great party! For the bouquet toss, they both go into the action. We called everyone to the dance floor. Then, side by side, Melissa and Mary both threw their bouquets. It was so much fun. The best part was their timing was slightly off. So when Mary threw hers, everyone was diving for it and didn't realize Melissa threw hers. It was fun chaos!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony, Photo Session, Reception: Hotel at the Lafayette

Buffalo Wedding DJ/Photo Booth: Toy Brothers Entertainment

A BRIDE AND HER MAIDS!

Calling all pretty ladies!

Let's celebrate the New Year with Kelsey and her ladies! This was after the ceremony at Salvatore's Garden Place Hotel. Neal and I dragged over some of the couches from the foyer and had the Bridesmaids take a seat. Then Kelsey took front and center! They all look stunning.

The ceremony was over and the girls were ready to strike a pose and have fun. I love how one of the girls is holding out her flowers. They had fun with it and did whatever they wanted. We like to put people in the best light and let them have fun. These ladies did not need any direction!

-Danielle

Hey all, Neal here! New for 2016 I am adding some insight to some blog posts of what I did technically to create some of the images. For this image I placed the ladies in this spot of the foyer because it had beautiful natural light coming through the diffused skylights above. I put a light behind the Bride to separate her from the background. I shot this around 70mm at 4.0 to get everyone in focus but add a little blur the busy background which helps the girls stand out even more. - Neal

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Video: Nigh Video Productions

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony: Salvatore's Garden Place Hotel

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Delaware Park, Albright Knox Art Gallery

Buffalo Wedding Reception: Salvatore's Italian Gardens

Buffalo Wedding DJ: Moving Music

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Happy New Year to all of our family, friends, clients, and pets from Neal Urban Studio!

We are taking you back through our 2015 year. Here is a compilation of the shoots we had this year. What a crazy busy season we had. But it turned out some absolutely beautiful images!

Thank you to all of our 2015 clients for making our year one for the books! We congratulate all of the newly married couples, newly engaged, new parents, and anyone else that came to us to captures their amazing moments.

Thank you to all of our readers! Keep on visiting to see what's in store for 2016! For 2016 Neal is going to chime in on some blog posts to give you some insight on what his thoughts were on taking some of the images posted here as well as camera and lighting info for those who are interested in photography. Remember, you can purchase our books from your local book retailer or on Amazon - Here are the links.

Cheers!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding, Engagement, Families, Babies, Pet, Golf, Photography: Neal Urban Studio

ALBRIGHT KNOX ART GALLERY WITH THE BRIDE AND GROOM

Kelsey and Jarrett recently got married and we went to Delaware Park and Albright Knox Art Gallery for their photos. This was the last photo before we headed back to Salvatore's Italian Garden's for the reception.

It was a chilly day for Kelsey and Jarrett's wedding, so we were moving pretty fast. Instead of taking the photo straight on with the Art Gallery in the back, we changed it up. Kelsey and Jarrett got really close and glanced at one another. I love the soft glow of light that is on them. That is from the street lamps that line the walkway. And I love how the gallery is more off to the side. 

This image almost looks like it was taken at the end of the night. It was about 4:30 in the evening. Thank goodness the days are already getting longer now! But it was a great way to end their photo session before the party!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Video: Nigh Video Productions

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony: Salvatore's Garden Place Hotel

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Delaware Park and Albright Knox Art Gallery

Buffalo Wedding Reception: Salvatore's Italian Garden's

Buffalo Wedding DJ: Moving Music

FATHER, DAUGHTER, MOTHER MOMENT

Here is Cara in Las Vegas with her mother and father.

This was Cara's first look with her father, after she was dressed. What a wonderful and emotional moment. After all of the laughs and tears, we did a more artistic image. We had Cara's mom fix her veil. Then we brought dad in for a kiss with his daughter.

The light pouring in from the room at the JW Marriott was amazing. It gave a nice light and airy feel. It was perfect for the moment! 

-Danielle

Destination Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Destination Wedding Ceremony, Photo Location, Reception: JW Marriott Resort and Spa, Las Vegas

PUERTO VALLARTA POST BRIDAL

Yes, I know we are showing another image from Silvia and Joe's wedding in Puerto Vallarta Mexico. But, look how beautiful this is!

When we photograph destination weddings, our clients usually hire us more than just the wedding day. We're at unique locations so why not take advantage of us being there!? Most of the time, we have at least 2 or more days of shooting. That is why you are seeing so much of this lovely couple. We got so many amazing images that we want to share.

This was from the last day of shooting. We got this at the NOW Amber Hotel right before we were to catch our flight home. This is in the main lobby area. There are tables for the guests to hang out at that open up right to the outside. You can see all the way down to the beach. It is an amazing view. We had Silvia and Joe at the edge of the lobby (there is also an infinite water pond that lines the entire lobby). 

I think this image is so pretty. I love how Neal chose to shoot through the seating area and include it in the photo. If we cropped it in, it took away from the overview feel of the image. He also got very low to the ground so that he could take advantage of the reflection from the marble floor. And obviously Silvia and Joe look amazing!

-Danielle

Destination Post Bridal Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Destination Post Bridal Photo Session: NOW Amber Hotel Puerto Vallarta

LAST DANCE

Ashley and Dan are back!

This is from the last shot of the night. With about an hour left of their reception, Ashley and Dan's party turned into a rave! There was smoke, strobe lights, and glow sticks. It was so cool. All we did was ask them to dance a bit closer to us to have their party in the background. And their friends and family sure could party. Just as they kissed, one of the strobe lights flashed right at them like a ray of light. It looked awesome.

It was the perfect way to end the night! 

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony: Queen of Heaven Parish

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Shea's Performing Arts Center

Buffalo Wedding Reception: Private Residence

Buffalo Wedding Videography: Bella Star Productions