When someone contacts me and says… “I want YOU to be our wedding photographer!”  I can’t help but smile!  These are going to be some of the most important photos in this couples lives – what an honor to be the one who gets to capture them!  After discussing the type of coverage they wanted – we quickly starting chatting details of an engagement session.  As with any session – we talk first about the...

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A few months back – I created a casting call for a Wedding themed – stylized shoot.  The whole idea came from a casual conversation with Niskayuna, NY local florist Karen Spendido of Splendid Stems.  Karen had hired me to shoot her professional headshots.  Well we hit it off right away – and the wheels started turning as to how we may be able to work together on a collaborative project  That put the ball in motion –...

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What started as a rainy morning, certainly turned into a beautiful late afternoon for this adorable couple.  Jenny and Brian chose the historic Mabee Farm venue for their ceremony and reception.  I’d never been there, so it was fun to roam the grounds to see all that it had to offer!  This large barn above, is where the reception was held.  Rustic, and romantic!  Barn/Farm weddings are becoming the “in” thing.  I booked...

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  Let me tell you – I was glad to have had my sneakers on for this session!!!   I’ve photographed this family many times before – so I know the kids, and the parents quite well.  This little guy is the third, in this all boy family.  This session primary focus was to capture him, and get a sampling of photos that would lend themselves to a storyboard layout to grace their walls.   This was also what the parents...

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High school Seniors all over the Albany’s Capital Region are getting ready to say goodbye to their home towns, and head off to college in  just a few short months!  I have frequently posted about the importance of celebrating this time in your child’s life with portraits!  Their “Senior Pictures” are ones that often find their way into frames, and remain on display in their parent’s home for years, and years to...

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It’s more and more common to hear Brides and Grooms express their desire to enjoy their cocktail hour with their guests.  The only issue is getting formal shots of the bridal party and family – as well as some photos of the couple themselves.  When do you do these if not just after the ceremony?  An early first glance is the perfect option!  This couple had those exact wishes – to Enjoy the Cocktail Hour.  As we mapped out...

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