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Alivia was such a joy to work with, making the day even more enjoyable. The weather was just perfect, adding a magical touch to the photos. 🌞
I’m so excited to meet all the new seniors as my busy season is in full swing! If you are Class of 2025 or 2026, you should definitely participate in the GIVEAWAY I announced. It's such a great opportunity! If you want the Zula Sonner Photography experience, please contact me soon—I still have some dates available in August. 📸✨
Anna will be participating in our fall, Christmas, and cap and gown shoots, and I can't wait to capture her spirit and beauty in each session. As a spokesmodel, Anna brings a lot of enthusiasm and charm, making every photo session fun and memorable.
In addition to being a fantastic spokesmodel, Anna is also on the cheer team for the winter season. She switches gears in the spring and plays golf for her school, showcasing her versatility and dedication. Anna has also been actively volunteering at St. Greg’s for Vacation Bible School over the past few summers, demonstrating her commitment to her community.
A fun fact about Anna is that she used to cheer when she was little and recently started again, rediscovering her love for the sport. One of her favorite foods is chicken fingers and French fries—a classic go-to meal. Anna has a brother, a sister, and two cats, both adorably named Kitty.
I am so grateful to have Anna on my team. She is such a gorgeous girl, inside and out, and I’m looking forward to capturing more of her wonderful moments this year! Thank you, Anna, for trusting me. I am so honored to be your senior portraits photographer! I hope your senior year is very special, and I look forward to more fun moments together. Love you, girl!
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You all deserve a senior photo experience that isn’t like anyone else’s. i love my client trust me for advice for LOCATION -OUTFITS -TIME OF DAY -
That's why with every senior I work with, I make sure that I am with you every step of the way to ensure that your session turns out even better than you could even imagine and most importantly - create senior photos that you absolutely fall in love with.
it’s been a BUSY season and I am so behind on posting sessions but here are a perfect examples of what the entire session would be like ..
Gwyneth and her mom were the absolute nicest people and it was so much fun working with them. we had the best day - not too hot and beautiful light - and made for some beautiful photos last night .. i love this GIRL so much ..great energy all around + so full of personality and I love how it shows through her photos...
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Also thank you all class of 2022 seniors who participated our annual GIVEAWAY !! I appreciate your support and love ❤️ stay tuned ~more GIVEAWAY coming soon!
if you interested booking your senior session please contact us.
Congratulations Angela on her commitment to Syracuse University on a full ride scholarship to major in biology on a pre-dental track. She choses Syracuse, because of their school spirit and it’s amazing biology program.you’re amazing! Way to go girl! 🎉🎉🎉
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- Dress: https://www.bhldn.com/bride/?cm_sp=TOPNAV-_-BRIDE-_-LANDING
- William's Florist & Gift House
- Second Photographer Halle Sonner
- Venue:Saturn Club
- Church: Saint Josephs Cathedral
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Second shooter Halle Sonner
DJ: CJ sound
Florist: Diane's Florals
Hair/Makeup: Salon a Go-Go (Jenny Wilson and team)
Videographer: Monarch Productions
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A huge thank you to the incredible vendor team who made this day happen:
Venue & Caterer: Emery Park
Second shooter Halle Sonner
Makeup and hair: Salon Elizabeth
Acoustic duo: Kate and Mike Music
Flowers: Fernshaw Gardens Inc. Floral and Garden Design
Cake and Caterer: Just Say Cheesecake
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My oldest daughter is BFFs with Cami's older sister, so I've known her since she was a little girl! Its hard to believe she will be a senior in high next year...
She has grown into such a beautiful young lady, and I'm so glad that I'm able to kick off the senior portrait season warming up and sharpening my skills with her as my Frontier High School spokes model.
Please enjoy these images we took at Buffalo Botanical Gardens. I specialize in natural settings and make my seniors feel at ease so I can capture their personalities in my photographs.
I'm just beginning to schedule sessions, so please contact me soon to reserve your sitting date. I will offer incentives to the "early birds" that have their sessions in the month of June!
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The bride was SO energetic, joyous, and wonderful from my first shutter click to the last. Even though it was a slightly mild 40 degree day in January, their wedding was one of my first winter wedding of year. The happy couple had planned a SNOW wedding… Unfortunately, mother nature had other plans; it was rainy and windy! You know how unpredictable Buffalo NY weather is. It was evident that a great deal of planning went into the day. Taylor and Korey were chillaxed all day long. There was no drama and not a soul complained once about the weather. Everyone had so much FUN, especially ME!
I first met Taylor at a salon called Hair Reformation. She works with amazing team of beautiful ladies! I had my hair done there last year and I still get compliments from total strangers everywhere I go. Thanks girls!
The rich burgundy colors and navy suits complimented her bridal bouquet amazingly, certainly a dream come true for any photographer!!
Taylor and Korey wanted their first look to be very intimate; only two of them at Babeville Buffalo NY where their wedding reception and ceremony would take place. My second shooter / daughter Halle and I stayed far away give then some personal space. The moment was very emotional and they shared misty eyes. The groom was overjoyed to finally see his beautiful bride in her gown after so a year of anticipation.
When we arrived at the Albright Knox Gallery in Buffalo, NY, the rain showed no signs of relenting. There was a steady mist falling, a strong breeze, and the sky was completely overcast. We camped out in a confined, covered space to grab some shots with outdoor lighting. I was nervous that Taylor and Korey may be stressed out when they arrived… but they walked up with HUGE smiles on their faces and umbrellas in hand! I knew that these shots would become the favorites of the day, despite the dismal weather :) And they are fantastic!!
Taylor and Korey, thank you so much for choosing me to be a part of your incredible wedding day celebration! I am so, so grateful for you both and I hope you enjoy some of my favorite images! We love you guys!
Thank you to all of the amazing vendors who made this day possible:
Makeup artist- Natalie Solotes & Alyssa Hodil from Hair Reformation
https://www.hairreformation.com
Cake - Ohlson’s Bakery Cafe
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Dress - Bridal by D
http://www.bridalsbyd.net/
Florist - Buffalo Floral and Art
Hair - Capelli salon
Rings - Kay Jewlers
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Enjoy,
xoxo. Zula
Here we are in late September, 2017 and summer has finally arrived! We were blessed to have such gorgeous weather and I'm very grateful that our very generous friends invited us to share their beautiful lakeside home during this hot spell.
In fact one of my first family photoshoots when I was getting started in the business was them. Their little girl was just a baby at the time. Since then she has been classmates with my youngest daughter and our families have grown closer and closer. Mom and I have become workout buddies and share an occasional glass of wine.
As we starting talking about this photoshoot, I wanted to capture the spirit of the beach and lake and the joy that it has brought the family. These kids are water babies and are already naturals on paddle boards and waterskis. Mom and Dad were so fun and carefree with this style of session and I hope that I've captured some images they'll cherish for years to come... but lets not wait 5 years until your NEXT shoot! :)
Enjoy!
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Photographer Zula Sonner.
Second shooter Halle Sonner
Ceremony and Reception Venue: Knox Estate
Catering: Olivers
Flowers: Flowers by Johnny
Rentals: McCarthy Tents and Events
Signage and printed items: Gabrielle Pagano (After 5 Events)
Wedding Planning: After 5 Events
Kombucha toast: Bootleg Bucha
DJ: Justin Roy (Toronto and Burning Man DJ)
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So, in exploring this specialization, I was fortunate to shoot Kelsey. Not only is she an extremely talented makeup artist, she is also a successful small business owner and strong, wonderful mother! I'm amazed at how different each shot turned out. She almost looks like a different person in some images; from classic beauty to mysterious and sexy, from focused to whimsical, from girlish to motherly! You can also see Kelsey's expertise in her trade with her own makeup application which made my editing work so much easier.
Was your last professional session your senior high school or college portrait? Why not celebrate your beautiful self and your accomplishments and allow yourself a few moments of self-indulgence with a sitting with me? You, your family, and your friends and colleagues will cherish these Portrait forever.
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I'm very pleased to have met this charming, young lady who will be a Senior at Orchard Park High School in the Class of 2018. Riana was so natural in front of the camera, it was easy to make her look like a runway model. She is also tall and thin, which helps ;)
She even let me test my makeup and hairdressing skills and I was pleased with how it looked in front of the lens.
I specialize in High School Senior Portraits in an outdoor settings and seniors have their choice of great urban and rural locations in Buffalo and around Western NY. I'm able to quickly get to know my subjects and how to set them at ease before and during their sitting so that we can capture their personality in their portraits.
I'm already getting many requests for sittings for senior portraits! Contact me soon to reserve a time slot that works in your calendar.
Matt and Katy have been together for 8 years as of next month! They got engaged last year under the willow tree at the Botanical Gardens where Matt dressed up as Prince Charming! They met while they were working together at Tim Hortons. Matt thought Katy was teasing him the first time she asked him out, so she played it off as a joke too... but she was serious! Of course, we all know how that story ended; "Happily Ever After"! A perfect spot to revisit for some great post-ceremony shots.
This bride and groom were so entertaining; playful, funny, and adorable! If they didn't have to play host and hostess, they would have shaken their booties on the dance floor all night long!
Their wedding dance song was "I'm Yours" by Jason Mraz which Matt used to sing that into a broom handle at work to Katy. I almost feel part of the family as I've been blessed to have been part of several marriages in this wonderful group of people. It was so nice to get reacquainted with their extended friends and family. Wishing long life and happiness to Matt and Katy! Please enjoy some of your images from a magical evening.
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Second photographer: Halle
Ceremony Venue : Immaculate Conception Church
Reception Venue : Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
Florist : Hess Brothers
Bakery : Buffalo Pop Cake
Transportation : Giorgio's Limousine
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Zula Sonner Photography is now booking Class of 2018 Senior Portraits!
Spring has sprung! Flowers and blossoms are everywhere and that make me so anxious to begin working with class of 2018 seniors.
I've been fortunate to have been able to watch my first spokes model of the class of 2018 mature into a stunning young lady! Taylor was a junior bridesmaid in her aunt's wedding in 2013 when I was first getting started in photography. I've developed wonderful relationships with many of the people from her extended family, keeping in touch on FB, and appreciate them returning to me to capture some of the most memorable events in their lives.
Taylor attends Frontier High School. She is so outgoing and easy to get to know. We had a great time during our first session. Taylor has a passion for fashion and photography, so we also work very well together. She started her own blog recently.. bardashionblog.com I'm so impressed that this young lady has already has ambitions to attend the Fashion Institute of Technology in NYC. I'm confident that Taylor will be successful in the field or whatever she chooses to do!
I cant wait to capture her senior portrait session in the summer!!
xoxo ZS
Please contact me soon to schedule your senior session.
When you work with me, your portraits will be natural and unique. I take pride in making my clients feel comfortable so that I can capture their personality.
I offer great discounts to students who book in early June! I'm also looking for class of 2018 SPOKE MODELS from high schools in the North Towns.
Contact me for more info : [email protected] 716.696.2619
Makeup and hair :TAYLOR BARTOE;
Dress : FREE PEOPLE
Hat : JCREW
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Johnny and Lauren's New Year's wedding in Hyatt was absolutely perfect. I love New Years Eve weddings. The guests have not one, but two reasons to celebrate and they pull out the stops .. Buffalo weather can be so unpredictable when it comes to shooting wedding outside BUT WE DID IT and we got some fantastic shots!
Lauren and bridal party beautified in Lauren's Salon Elle Aire Buffalo Blow Dry Bar in Williamsville .. Even though she is the bride she couldn't resist the temptation to work and make sure everyones' hair and make up was spectacular. She is such a easy going and sweet person to work with and she looked AMAZING; her hair and dress were jaw-dropping and i was constantly telling myself how beautiful she looked.
After the ceremony we went to the Albright-Knox Art Gallery in Buffalo, NY. It was freezing cold outside! The bridal party were troopers; the moment they stepped out of the limo into the bone-chilling wind for their reveal, they had a big smiles on their faces and just rolled with the punches.
Then we went to First Niagara Center to take picture on the ice rink! The electronic score board has a personalized sign for the bride and groom. What a nice touch! It was NOT easy to walk on the ice many people kept falling. I was relieved nobody was hurt (but I did get some great shots, LOL).
Right before midnight, everyone poured champagne over the tower of glasses and kissed to ring in the New Year! Lauren and Johnny, thank you for trusting us with your wedding memories! We wouldn't want to spent our New Years any other way than celebrating alongside you and your amazing guests! What a fantastic couple you guys are and I hope your honeymoon in Europe was amazing! Big hugs to you and both and enjoy reliving your day through a few of my favorite photos!
xoxoxo Zula and Halle
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Vendors :
Second shooter Halle
Ceremony : St Marks ( 401woodward avenue )
Reception :
Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel and Conference Center
Hair and Makeup : Elle Aire Salon
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This afternoon, the Buffalo Bills host the Jacksonville Jaguars. Mario's only specification for their photo shoot was it had to be done in time for the game! My first mini-session of the Christmas season went so well! Gina and Mario's children are adorable and they were fantastic models today. Without a snowflake in sight, we brought our own and the kids had a blast. Now the swimming pool at Brierwood seems sooooo far away, but it was nice to spend some time with the Pinnellis. Happy Holiday, guys!
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One of my favorite aspects of being able to photograph high school seniors is getting to know the students and what makes each of them unique. I've been fortunate to work with several graduates that have danced with the Future Dance Company! These amazing performers can defy gravity! Morgan is my daughter's dance instructor, so I've known her for a few years, and it was a pleasure and an honor to capture her personality and skills and I can't wait to see the finished product! She certainly has a bright "Future"!
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HAIR & MUA ~ Salon Elizabeth Hairstylist and Makeup Artist
http://www.lizzydugan.com/
Venue : Brierwood country club (http://www.brierwoodcc.com)
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We started Morgans’s shoot at one of my favorite places, the Botanical Gardens in Buffalo, NY ~ then we headed to a lovely field in Hamburg, NY and unfortunately, finished up just before "the golden hour". There are so many beautiful images from this session!! Please enjoy some of my favorites from Morgan’s shoot and leave her some love in the comments! XO!
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I am fortunate that my dear friend Cat referred her dear friend (also from Michigan, now living in Buffalo) Thea to me for her wedding photographs. At our first meeting Thea, Joe, and I hit it off instantly and since we have bumped into each other on several occasions. It was great to get to know them and her personality before shooting their wedding.
I face-timed with Thea and Joe several days before their big day and told her how important it was to have the whole bridal party ready (and clutter in the hotel room out of the way) before the bride started to get ready. The result... I captured some fantastic images of Thea and her bridesmaids and family prior to taking Thea for the first look. The rest of the day was a photographer's dream as well. Though she had a large wedding party, everyone followed my lead very quickly and efficiently.
To the front of the hotel for the first look! Thea looked amazing! and her loveliness brought Joe to tears (for the first of many times of the day). While in front of the hotel, we recreated the scene from their engagement session nearly a year ago, when Thea's dress blew up standing over the vent grate Marilyn Monroe style! In fact the groomsmen get into the action. They looked so stylish and handsome in their modern grey suits and brown shoes / belts!
Thea and Joe love the Queen City of Buffalo, NY and wanted to have some shots taken with the skyline in the background. So, we went to the rooftop of the Fairmont Hotel where we got some amazing (and fun!) images. The sky was very clear and the white rooftop reflected the sunlight so strongly that no-one could keep their eyes open. I instructed the party to keep their eyes closed until I said "1-2-3 OPEN!". The party got a kick out of this, but the results were great and another example of how cooperative they were.
After taking some shots at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, we were off to the magnificent St Louis Church on East Edwards Street, Buffalo. Thea's mother walked her down the isle as, unfortunately, her father was not well. He was waiting for her at the alter and was able to give her away to the groom, a very emotional moment with not a dry eye in the congregation. The ceremony was unforgettable.
Not long after arriving at the ceremony, Thea was ready to have some fun and announced "I'm done with pictures!" Everyone cut loose and had a blast, especially Joe's brother who busted out his best break-dance moves!
I'm happy to have developed a friendship with Thea and Joe and I wish them all the best in their lives together!
Throughout our entire journey with Leah and Dave, we never forget how honored we felt to walk side by side with them on the most important day of their lives! We love you both to the moon and back, and we hope you enjoy seeing your love through our eyes as much as we loved witnessing it for ourselves.
Vendors Who Rocked This Wedding :
Second Photographer : Halle Sonner
Ceremony & Reception : St Pauls Litheran Church & The Foundry
Makeup: Meg from Tres Aurae Spa
Hair:Jodie from Tres Aurae Spa
Flowers : Brighton Eggert Florist
Cake Shelley Pacillo
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Second Photographer : Halle Sonner
Ceremony & Reception : Woodlawn Beach State Park
Floral Design : Maureen's
Hair Dresser ~ Jessi Darvill
MAU ~ Kelsey Jean
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After a mild and short winter (knock on wood), I'm so excited to kick off the 2016 wedding season! Yesterday, I met Nathan and AnnMarie at beautiful Knox Farm State Park for an engagement session. It was a perfect spring-like day and the to be bride and groom were so fun to work with. I can't wait for their big day!
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Venders Who Rocked Their Wedding :
Ceremony : Ellicott StreetBuilding Buffalo NY
Reception: Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
Main shooter: Zula Sonner
Second shooter: Halle Sonner
Videographer: George
Hair : Beauty By MJ ~ Maria Jaworowicz
Make Up : Kari
Wedding Coordinator: Kristina Schmitt
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Flowers: Moreens Flower Shop
Venue :Avanti mansion
Wedding coordater : Kelly
Hair & Make up: Sass salon
Cake: Melanie cake and sweets
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Welcome to another episode of "2015: Summer of Rainy Saturdays" where Mother Nature strikes yet again during Angeline and Chris's big day.
The happy couple's immediate family was lucky to witness the "first look" at Albright-Knox Art Gallery in Buffalo, NY. Chris looked so handsome (and maybe a little anxious) as he waited expectantly to see his bride for the first time in her gown. His blue suit matched the accents in Angelina's bouquet perfectly! Angelina looked stunning and took Chris's breath away! Her smile is so lovely and warm in these shots.
While the weather was still cooperating, we fortunately stopped by the pond and got some gorgeous shots surrounded by natural beauty. By the time we got to Templeton Landing near Canal Side in Buffalo, NY, the rainclouds had opened up, forcing the event indoors...
As they say, "the show must go on", and the ceremony and reception were beautiful and so much fun! And in many cultures it's the best of luck when the cake knife breaks during the cake cutting... Congratulations guys! We did get outside again during the evening for same wonderful shots. I hope you enjoy these images of a very special day!
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The Cobblestone District was bustling with activity, but all of the distractions didn't phase Mike, who was so cool and natural in front of the lens! It will be an easy year if the rest of my shoots go this smoothly...
This is my 3rd (but unfortunately youngest) sibling in the Giamberdino family that I had the privilege to shoot! Looking forward to their weddings!
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Mira looked amazing in the reds and golds of her lehenga! I love how her bengles and henna on her palms framed the image of the wedding bands!
Sid contrasted with western style and was so cool and classic in his black tuxedo! His smile captures his gentle and warm personality. His handsome entourage from the University of Buffalo were a great bunch of guys and so fun to shoot!
We did manage to sneak some shots out from under the tent and this couple was a so easy to make look great! The brilliant green backdrop added even more contrast and shows how much rainfall we've gotten in Western NY this summer.
Mira's father then came to the rescue and relocated the reception from the soggy grass to the Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center where we got some great shots at the waterfront. We also commandeered a bicycle from a spectator passing by for some very fun images! Wishing these wonderful newlyweds long and happy lives together!
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The event took place at the beautiful Byblos Niagara Resort and Spa on the bank of the magnificent Niagara River on Grand Island. Lindsay styled her own hair and applied her own makeup to perfection; she looked stunning! She has such a sweet personality which was easy to capture in these images.
The ceremony was to take place in the outdoor gazebo; Mother Nature had different plans and threw the happy couple a curve ball in the form of rain and thunder! Her fury was short lived, however, and later in the day we were able to dodge the raindrops (with the help of an umbrella at times) and take some great shots on the hotel grounds.
My daughter, Halle, assisted on her 2nd wedding of the season and was very helpful all day long. She also has a great eye and took some sharp images!
Congratulations to Kyle and Lindsay! May you have a blessed and long live together.
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Yesterday, Halle and I went to Albright–Knox Art Gallery Buffalo, NY for a mini session of Halle in her prom dress. She chose this two piece dress from Sherri Hill. This vibrant hue of red looks fabulous on her. Please enjoy these images..
Misty's bridesmaids showed their spirit all day beginning with their "team bride" tees and finally.... outlasting the groomsmen in merrymaking at the end of the evening.
You don't have to look very closely to see a tear running down a "misty"-eyed Tony's cheek as Misty said her vows. It was so sweet and touching!
and yes, Batgirl was in attendance for the safety and delight of the guests ;) Mom made her cape for the event; great job, Misty!
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]]>In the Late afternoon, I headed back into down town buffalo to Japanese Garden, where to Cherry blossoms have just started to open. A perfect location to meet Maria and Alex from Washington D.C. for their engagement shoot. I'd spoken with them over the phone and email,but today we met face to face for the first time.They are such a lovely couple and as you'll see very natural and relaxed in front of camera.
Maria is a buffalo native and Alex from Atlanta. they will have their reception at a place near and dear to my heart , at Brierwood Country Club : where i was married
Can't wait to capture your big day!
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I hope you enjoy these images of my beautiful daughter!.
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Many tears were shed, and all in happiness. Loved ones offered toasts to their lives together then danced the night away under a tent at O'Brien's Sleepy Hollow in East Aurora, NY.
Jenny and Mimi, I'm honored to have been part of such a memorable day of celebration! My colleague, Michael, and I felt so welcomed. We appreciated some of your attention on your big day and giving us the flexibility to use our talents to document every moment. A nineteen member wedding party (including 2 dogs) may have been a challenge from my perspective, but is a testament to how much you are loved! I wish you a long and joyous marriage!
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some vendors :
https://www.facebook.com/romeoandjulietshertel/info
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Diva-Studio/174841414521
http://www.ukrainiansofbuffalo.com
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Emily Ann Kidder and William Patrick LaRusch tied the knot in the glamorous Grand Marquis Ballroom at the Hotel Lafayette in downtown Buffalo. Pure white Buffalo snow juxtaposed by fire engine red took center stage from the cake to the bridesmaids' dresses.
Emm and Bill have known each other since they were 14 and 17; Bill was Emm's brother's best friend. A mutual adolescent crush has blossomed into a life long relationship, sealed with their vows and a kiss on February 7th, 2014.
Our day started at Xtreme Wheels Indoor Skate Park, Bill's favorite haunt. The warehouse pillars, ramps, and platforms was an exciting backdrop for handsome men decked out in tuxedos.
007 Revealed!
By day, Bill fights fires in the great city of Buffalo. By night, he sheds his coat and helmet revealing... an international man of mystery
The Suite Life
On to the beautiful Hotel Lafayette where Emm, Moms, and bridesmaids are primping for the main event! Hair and Airbrush Makeup Artist Tanya Kozlowski of So Chic Now was fabulous!
The bride's and bridesmaids' bouquets were all wrapped in lace from Emm's mother's wedding dress!
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7's were "in the cards"
February 7th is a day of fate? A psychic once told Emm that the number 7 has great significance for her. Emm's son was born on 11-17-07. JP has Williams Syndrome which is the deletion genes from the 7th chromosome. Emily and her groom William (his birthday is 7-27-87) got together after knowing each other for 7 years.
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In honor of JP, Emm and Bill made a donation on their guests behalf to the Williams Syndrome Association!
Bills Topsy-Turvy / Alice in Wonderland vision made reality by Dessert Deli Gourmet Bakery and Cafe!
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A Touching Moment
Bill's father, Billy LaRusch, sang Cat Steven's "Father and Son".
Burning up the dance floor!
Bill's dance moves set the place on fire! It got so hot that the Buffalo Fire Department made an appearance.
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The clock in the background reads 6:20 a.m…. Emm is still going strong!
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Project 365 is a personal year long project that I've undertaken for 2014! i would love to capturing of real life moments – genuine expressions, most often candid , no posing or fake smiles, taken candidly in most cases and often the subject is caught up in their own world. It’s the recording of precious details that pass us by everyday... Its a difficult thing to try and find time to photograph your own life while working so hard to create beautiful images for your clients, so this is a motivational tool for me! I know I'll look back in years to come and love that I capture the every day wish my girls were still so little! Hope you enjoy looking through them through out 2014 !
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snow storm..
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while mommy loading up grocery.. "hmmm gum"
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Nap time ??
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love the snow
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i dont want to eat my lunch
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wrinkly toes..
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my poor sick baby up all night long~ now she is sleeping all day long :(
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There girls are growing up so fast! They don't even drop toys for me to chew on anymore... :(
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Best friends
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Sometime my 2 years old insist on learning " the hard way ". Watching and crying time out while Zaya plays happily with her Frozen toys … Can you see my poor sad girl ????
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Best of luck to Zach in his senior year and after graduation!
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I've included the Segment to the feature below as well as some of the shots I took in the studio. Enjoy!
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-All custom accessories were provided by LeeAndi's Purple Roses
-Hair by Wavelengths Studios
-Make-up by Alex Aswad
Models:
Kelly Nijjar- Jr. Bridesmaid
Halle Sonner- professional model
Tiffany Dompkowski- running for Miss New York, USA
Charity Gayle- Artist/Songwriter
Amy Ruesch- professional model
Lea Skywalkerr-model
We shot at several locations including Glen Park in Williamsville, NY and beautiful downtown Buffalo, NY. The falls at Glen Park provides a serene natural background while the brick and streets downtown offers an urban mood.
Anjuli is self-taught on guitar, drawing from her training on piano and violin. She also enjoys watching the Buffalo Sabres and Chicago Blackhawks. Anjuli plans to have a career in medicine focusing on head injuries. She has a bright future ahead of her and I hope that my camera will be called upon again to capture some new memories!
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We are all a little weird and life's is weird, and when we find someone whose weirdness is compatible with ours ,
We join up with them and fall in mutual weirdness and call it LOVE...
Wedding Venue: Hoelzle Residence (Pond)
Reception Venue: Hoelzle Residence
Wedding Floral and Decor: Dan Tower Farms
Turquoise is the new pink; and I love it! We had such a long, drawn out winter this year that we brought the Caribbean to into our house for Amelia's 2nd Birthday Party. She loves mermaids..
The tutus were so much work, each one taking an hour to make, but worth the while in the end. The chocolate covered
As the girls arrived, they were given an aqua Tutu made by me ( Zula Sonner) along with a basic white top from Target Boutique..
Fruit Sushi (frushi)
Rice Crispy Sushi Rolls
i used the perfect purple tissue paper pompom set from the Martha Stewart Collection over the party table! The Pompoms are available in many colors at Jo-Ann Fabrics Store..
Silly faces..
My sister-in-law, Tonya Sonner, made this Amazing Little Mermaid Cake and matching Cup Cakes.. She is Local here in the WNY area and starting a bakery business soon, so we'll keep you posted ..they tasted as wonderful as they looked.
I adore her handmade fondant little details on the Cake..Could it be more perfect ???
We are decided to keep the party small and have her 6 closest friends attend .. Aren't they cuties ??
Happy 2nd birthday , Baby girl!! We love you so much and Hope you LOVED your party!!!
Book your Mermaid theme photo shoot soon, while I still have all the props, tutus, and decorations available.
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I was thrilled to have L is back in the studio last week for his ONE year old photo shoot! His Mommy told me he had just taken his first step today. His favorite book is "Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed", but since we didn't have the book (and I was shooting him in his pajamas) I brought out my girls' favorite book, "Goodnight Moon", which he enjoyed. He continually kept one unsure eye on me, but would periodically reward me for just a moment with a flash of those baby blues. MELT!!!! I loved this whole session and I adore this little charmer. You will too
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Makeup by Kristen Baschmann from Fearless Beauty
For Halle’s shoot, we went to one of my favorite place in the city – good ol’ Albright-Knox Art Gallery and Cobblestone . We love this places!! Every time I go there, I find a treasure trove of awesome places to shoot. And, of course, Halle was super easy to work with; probably one of the most happy, smily people I know…
Summer’s shoot was the result of a hasty, “holy cow we had a bad weather, it was still raining all morning & Make up Artist didn't show up". But she did her make up & hair really well by herself. We didn’t have much time to travel to a location, so we shot at random locations around the city .…AMAZING! We had so much fun on this shoot and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Check out Summer’s beautiful expressions below...
Zula
The cousin A and Ch loved being in front of Camera ... They are absolutely beautiful little girls I've ever seen..
Please enjoy your sneak peek
