THE GUYS!

Today's image is of Gus and his guys.

Gus and Balon's wedding was at Holiday Valley in Ellicottville. While the ladies were finishing up hair and makeup, we took the guys for some photos. The lobby was a pretty cool area to work in for them. We moved some tables, set up some chairs and placed all of the groomsmen. Then you can see the 2 little ring bearers. They are actually his nephews. We had each one sit on one of his brothers' laps. All of his guys looked pretty cool. We didn't need to direct them that much. It felt like they had all done this before! All we did was turn it to black and white.

They always say the day is about the bride. But, the groom needs the spotlight too! We always make sure that he is front and center at some point (or more) during the day!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony, Photo Session, Reception: Holiday Valley

Buffalo Wedding DJ: Whirlin Disc Sound

Buffalo Wedding Floral: Blossoms N Treasures

FAIRYTALES DO EXIST

Here is the last shot of the night for Gus and Balon's wedding! It is absolutely magical!

They got married at Holiday Valley Resort in Ellicottville in September. It was the perfect fall day outside. There were so many different places to take photos. This was the perfect spot to end the night. The lighting was so pretty as well. We had Gus and Balon look at each other and the background and scenery brought it all together. I love the stone bridge in the background. I also love how there is so much detail in the image as well. Being night, you would think it would be really dark. But it was like a fairytale!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony, Photo Session, Reception: Holiday Valley Resort

Buffalo Wedding DJ: Whirlin Disc Sound

MOTHER AND DAUGHTER MOMENT

Balon and Gus had a beautiful fall wedding at Holiday Valley Resort in Ellicottville!

The best lighting was coming in the room where Balon was getting ready. She had her mother helping her. Her mom came in to help put on her veil. There was no posing involved either. Balon and her mother had a wonderful connection. There were a lot of happy tears and smiles. She looked back at her mother and it was just timeless. It was a moment they will always remember and we were so happy to capture the day!

-Danielle

Buffalo Wedding Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Wedding Ceremony, Photo Session, Reception: Holiday Valley Resort

Buffalo Wedding DJ: Whirlin Disc Sound

RAIN RAIN GO AWAY...UNLESS YOU ARE NEAL URBAN!

One of the only parts of a wedding that cannot be controlled is the weather, especially in Buffalo. It could be 60 degrees one day and snowing the next. Just like the past few days.

It was gloomy and rainy on and off the entire day for this wedding at the Yodelers Lodge, in Ellicottville. The Bride and Groom knew there was nothing they could do about it and went with the flow. We assured them we would get something really cool and not to worry. The reception was coming to an end and the couple was having a great time with everyone on the dancefloor. So, Neal decided to take a walk outside and see if there were any awesome shot ideas. He grabs me and says he needs me to test out a shot before we get the couple. It starts pouring out and makes the idea even better. Neal wants the couple outside with an umbrella in the rain. It's sounds cliche, until the finished product!

We talk to the couple and tell them our idea. They are ready to tough it out and trust Neal's judgement. Neal and I get set up first. Neal has his camera and is ready to shoot, while holding an umbrella over himself covering the gear. I am ready with lighting and umbrella over myself. The newlyweds get into position and we get to work. Neal says it all looks great but, "Danielle we can see your umbrella. You need to lose it". Great... I knew the image was going to be awesome, so I couldn't argue. I threw it aside and got drenched. Let's just say the hour and a half ride home was not too comfortable. But the end result was amazing!

-Danielle

Ellicottville, NY Wedding Photography by Neal Urban Studio

Photo Session & Reception - Holiday Valley

Buffalo Wedding DJ - CJ Sound