CAKE SMASH WITH MAKS!

I could not resist posting this image first from Maks first birthday cake smash at Neal Urban Studio! Would you look at that face!

Maks was such a pleasure to have back in the studio again. He started off great. He was super happy and all smiles. When we brought the cake in, he really wasn't sure about it. He was too distracted with the props we had. We started with a camping style theme. To get his attention, we took out the set props to see if he would go for the cake. 

Maks had a few bites of the cake, but still wasn't too sure about it. He started to crawl and bam! Knee right in the cake haha. We took a little time out. The mom said, "Let's go one more time!"! A few more bites and then this! You could tell he was getting fussy and ready for a nap. But how could we not take a few with the pouty face! 

This is just too cute! I love it!

-Danielle

Buffalo First Birthday Cake Smash Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo First Birthday Cake Smash Photo Location: Neal Urban Studio

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

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

SUNSET MATERNITY AT GALLAGHER PIER

Happy Monday! Last week we showed you two images from Jenna and Artie's maternity session at Tifft Nature Preserve. Well, we went across the street to Gallagher Pier for an outfit change and some sunset images.

Sorry Artie. I had to pick one more solo of Jenna. I couldn't resist how gorgeous this came out. I love this dress too! Fantastic outfit choices! This is a nice mermaid style dress. Fitted at the belly, then starts to flow out at the knee. 

There is a pretty faint orange color from the sun setting. Just enough to give the image a pop of color. Then to top it off, I love the sail boat in the background. Another favorite of mine! Enjoy!

-Danielle

Buffalo Maternity Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Maternity Photo Location: Tifft Nature Preserve, Gallagher Pier

GOLDEN MATERNITY IMAGE AT TIFFT

Here is another amazing image from Jenna and Artie's maternity session at Tifft Nature Preserve.

We love tall grass, if you haven't already noticed! This image is just beautiful. Both Jenna and Artie look amazing. I love how they are just surrounded by the tall grass. Come to find out Jenna & Artie live in an area where a lot of tall grass grows so this style of image gives it that extra personal touch! The sun was casting such a nice golden color on pretty much everything. 

For maternity shoots, there is always contact with the belly. We had Jenna and Artie look down toward the belly. Another gorgeous image from Jenna and Artie's session!

-Danielle

Buffalo Maternity Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Maternity Photo Location: Tifft Nature Preserve, Gallagher Pier

STUNNING MOTHER TO BE

Jenna and Artie are having a baby! We did their maternity session last night at Tifft Nature Preserve. It was a gorgeous, sticky, hot night haha. But the images came out amazing.

I had to start with a solo of Jenna. She looked beautiful. I absloutely loved her dress. With Jenna being so tiny, having the dress tight around the belly was perfect. And then the super long train added such an elegant feel. 

We did have a slight breeze. However, the material for Jenna's dress was a bit heavy. With some assistance (my waving of the dress to get some movement), we got the wind to catch and pick up the dress. Neal was ready to snap away as I let go of the dress. He was shooting at a lower level to incorporate some of the grass in the foreground. All Jenna had to do was look down toward her shoulder.

I am in love with this image!

-Danielle

Buffalo Maternity Photography: Neal Urban Studio

Buffalo Maternity Photo Location: Tifft Nature Preserve, Gallagher Pier

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