One Last Look

One last look at the light in my first studio space before the last load is packed in to my car.  The years spent here represent a lot of change, memories, growth… through the late editing hours, the ping pong duels, the client meetings, the shoots and of course the parties… the memories here are endless. But that which has evolved inside of me over these years is certainly of note too. This space has been home base through so many of life’s great adventures. Goodbyes are always bittersweet. Thanks for everything #402. Big, big things to come smile emoticon #2016 ‪#‎newbeginnings‬ ‪#‎movingday‬ ‪#‎photographystudio‬ ‪#‎weddingphotographer‬ ‪#‎newyearseve‬ ‪#‎thegoodlight‬ ‪#‎lightchasers‬

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It happened again…

The #leaves on my #ginkgo #tree took one last breath and all in one night leapt to the ground, leaving my tiny yard a bright sea of yellow. There has been a lot of chatter this week about what was happening a year ago, many emails, posts and even a radio interview about photographing the #snowvember #stormknife, but seeing this bed of yellow leaves really took me back to how I was feeling when they fell a year ago and I took this same “self portrait.” The leaves falling back then served as a reminder that life can change in an instant, and little did I know how much a silly photo of a snow storm would change things for me just a day or so later. It has been the strangest 12 months of surprises and changes, but especially in light of what has been happening across the globe this week, I’m feeling more grateful than ever to be able to carelessly roll around in my leaves another year. 🙂 #itsnotaselfieitsaselfportrait #embracechange #fall #lindsaydedariophotography #seasons #autumn #selfportrait

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And there we have it, 2015 wedding season is a wrap!!!

Many thanks to all the couples who trusted us to photograph their love and commitment to one another as they celebrated with their most cherished family and friends. It’s such an honor to have access to these incredibly touching moments, I feel so lucky to be able to do what I do. Oh…. And thanks to this guy, @stevekarosik for being such a killer second camera. You’ve been an awesome addition this year, so glad to have you on board! AND now for all the editing……… #weddingphotography #photobooth #pearlstreet #wedding #lindsaydedariophotography #weddingphotographer

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Katrina + Dave – Engagement Photography – Buffalo, NY – Niawanda Park – Tonawanda Creek

I’ve heard of engagement photography sessions being referred to as “third wheel” sessions in the past and always thought that was a funny way to think about the process.  But these words suddenly rang truer than ever when Katrina, Dave and I started brainstorming ideas for their engagement portraits.  They basically went on an adorable date and I was the creepy tag-a-long with the camera.  Lots of laughter and love ensued and I was lucky enough to be able to capture it all (and even share some ice cream!).  Can’t wait to photograph their wedding next September!  And props to Katrina for carrying that kayak in heels!

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Katrina - September 15, 2015 - 9:15 pm

Thank you SO much for such an incredible experience and amazingly beautiful photos. I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer, date day, or collection of photos of us. You are the absolute best! xo