TREES OF LOVE

We had the pleasure of photographing Dana and Joelle's wedding a few weeks ago! Their ceremony and reception were at the Buffalo Historical Society. It was amazing and so emotional. I cried about 4 times throughout the day.

I love this image from Delaware Park. They did a first look at the park and then we went right into photos with Dana, Joelle, and their wedding party. As we were finishing up and heading back to the limo, we saw this grouping of trees. As we walked by, the light was shining right through. We had Dana and Joelle stand in the middle. It looks pretty simple, I know! But, I feel the light shining around them represents all of the love they have for each other! And it just made it even more beautiful!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Delaware Park

Buffalo Wedding Photo Ceremony/Reception: Buffalo Historical Society

DISNEY BRIDE AND BRIDESMAIDS

This was a fun shot from Nina and Vinny's wedding that I completely forgot about. As you know by now, Nina was one of our Disney Brides. But all of her ladies were Disney fans too!

She got them all purple Mickey ears to match their dresses. This was taken at Shea's. Nina had Mickey ears specifically for the Bride, veil and all! I love how they had to set it on her head to not mess her hair. There was no posing or anything planned. They all just had fun with it!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Shea's Performing Arts Center

Fields of Love

Gus and Balon are getting married tomorrow!

I love this image from their engagement session at Knox Farm. This pose is always so funny to do. When we explain to our couple's what to do, they always comment to not let their parents see it haha. Yes, Gus and Balon are laying on top of each other. But, we do not take the photo of their entire bodies. It is more of the interaction between them. We always get great images if we do this. There is so much laughing and silliness.

The finished product is definitely worth it. And all of our couples seem to pick it as one of their favorites. Gus and Balon look amazing. The tall grass surrounds them and they look like they are hiding. We asked them to get really close and perfect!

Now it's time to gear up for their wedding!

-Danielle

Buffalo Engagement Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Engagement Photo Location: Knox Farm State Park

FAMILY NEWBORN PORTRAITS

I absolutely loved our newborn/family session with Natalie, Joe, and baby Niall at Neal Urban Studio! You previously saw baby Niall on his daddies goalie pads! Wasn't that just too cute?!

Here are some simple but beautiful family portraits we capture during our newborn shoots!

We have Joe holding baby Niall, with Natalie kissing his head.

Then, we have Natalie holding baby Niall with Joe kissing his head.

Capturing these moments for first time parents is always amazing. Everything is new to them and they never know what to expect! 

-Danielle

Buffalo Newborn Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Newborn Photo Session: Neal Urban Studio

MIRROR IMAGE

This is another image from Michaela and Aaron's engagement session!

Reflections and mirror images can be so fun when we can find them. Seeing double of a lovely couple is always a great image! I love this because it shows so much passion. Aaron is bringing in Michaela by her chin. But, she is also bringing him in by his arm. You think they are going to kiss, but at the last moment, they pull away. It's such an intimate and romantic image.

I love everything about this. I love the pose! I love their outfits! I love their interaction! I love that you can see it twice!

-Danielle

Buffalo Engagement Photography: Neal Urban Studio

SPOLIGHT ENGAGEMENT

Chris and Christine had an amazing engagement session a week ago. Here is one that we did in Statler City!

We originally were doing their pictures at Niagara Square. They needed to do an outfit change and the Statler was open. When they came out, they both looked like they belonged on the red carpet. Time for a last minute change!

There are giant spotlights right inside the Statler. When we photograph weddings there, it is so hard to use them. The valet parking attendants take over that area. So, it was a perfect opportunity to take advantage now when nobody was around! We had Chris and Christina look at each other and get really close. I love how dramatic and intimate it is. They both look stunning!

-Danielle

Buffalo Engagement Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Engagement Photo Session Location: Statler City

GAME DAY!

Time to get out the beer, pizza, wings, and chips! Most of you are probably gearing up for the big game between the Bills and Patriots. Great day for another Bills photo. This was a shot that Leah took on her engagement shoot with Kristine & Andy.

We had their engagement session at Ralph Wilson Stadium! Leah had them sit near the logo that is right outside of the Retail Store. Instead of shooting straight on, she shot more of a side angle. She captured the whole logo and the couple.

They are huge Bills fans! It was great to capture their images in such a meaningful place to them!

Go Bills!

-Danielle

Buffalo Engagement Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Engagement Session Location: Ralph Wilson Stadium

STREET LIGHT ENGAGEMENT

We did Michaela and Aaron's engagement session Monday at Niagara Square in Buffalo.

We were the only people there, so we could utilize the whole area. And we sure did! We had already done photos with City Hall and the fountain, so it was time to change it up. As it started to get darker, the street lights really stood out. Why not take advantage of them. We had Michaela pull Aaron in by his lapel. The lights in the back ground looked awesome. There were so many and all different colors. They make the perfect back drop for this image!

We can't wait for their wedding next year!

-Danielle

Buffalo Engagement Photographer: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Engagement Location: Niagara Square

GROOM & GROOMSMEN AT SHEA'S

Here is another image from Nina and Vinny's wedding!

It was only appropriate that we show an image with Vinny, since Nina was a few days ago! This is Vinny and his groomsmen at Shea's Performing Arts Center. We used the grand staircase for them. There were alot of guys, so the stairs were perfect. Vinny and his guys were great too! Don't they all look like they have done this before? They all look so cool! Turning in black and white made it even better. This photo has that timeless classic look to it almost as if they all belong in the 1930's era.

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony: St. Mary's of the Cataract RC Church

Buffalo Wedding Photo Location: Shea's Performing Arts Center

Buffalo Wedding Reception Location: Antonio's Banquet and Conference Center

All eyes on Lola the dog!

Here is another image from Chris and Christine's engagement session at Niagara Square.

They brought their dog Lola! She was so cute. I was getting so distracted wanting to play with her. We had Chris and Christine sit on a stone bench. She draped her legs over his. Then we brought in Lola. We told them not to worry about the dog and we'll see what she does. Christine's sister was with us as well with treats for Lola. Once the treat bag was out, Lola was smiling right at us. She really does look like she has a big smile.

I love when people bring their dogs! They can be so much fun to work with and add so much excitement to a shoot!

-Danielle

Buffalo Engagement Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Engagement Photo Location: Buffalo Proper, Niagara Square