Some of my first memories came from photographs. Even as a young child, I was drawn to the images in the family album –the way a moment that had passed could still be remembered so vividly when captured in a photograph. I found myself moved by the fleeting stillness of a picture that could come to life so vibrantly in my mind. It was then that I realized the power of photographs: in viewing an image, we relive a memory.
Consider your photographs. Take a look at some of the images that you have captured recently. Perhaps it was at a backyard gathering of old friends. A photograph can be more than just a visual record. It can provide a link to your past, provoking your senses as your memories come back to life. It’s easy to smell the savory scent of the barbeque grill or feel how warm the sun was as it painted the background a richer shade of green.
A photograph can take you there. Or perhaps it was a picture of a birthday party with family congregated tightly around the table. With a photo to remind you, you’re there. The smile that comes to your face as you look within the frame of your snapshot comes as no surprise. You might notice the bright, paper streamers twisted festively, the heads thrown back with laughter, the silly antics of a fun-loving cousin. And although the colors and the faces are frozen in the picture, they are still so alive in your mind. The power of an image is quite amazing, yet often taken for granted. We all look at photographs to step back into the past. To relive those meaningful times. On your joyous day, when you’re celebrating the love of that one special person in your life, you will want to look back on this memorable occasion forever. You deserve to have your moment frozen in time by someone who will capture the light, the shadows, the emotions into images that will serve as treasured remembrances that can bring you back to that cherished day. From behind the lens, I want to tell your story, document your special moment.
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So I woke up this Valentine’s Day to a facebook comment on my wall saying congrats on being published in Newsday…. I was shocked, no idea.. Although this is not the first time I have been published, it is nice to be in the local paper… Here is the scan from the article.
- A modern wedding in the most modern sense. Congratulations on the publicity, every little helps and doesn't every birde and grrom want to do something different, trash the dress etc but this is certainly a unique wedding moment!
Its always good when you can be a part of history, I was lucky enough to shoot the very first ceremony at the gorgeous new Vetro in Howard Beach NY. Vetro is a sister catering hall of Russo’s on the Bay also located in Howard Beach. This venue did not disappoint. The service was amazing, the staff always attentive and the Bride and Groom could not be happier. Five Stars for Vetro ! Here are someimages from Laura and Peter’s Wedding, Enjoy!
The Ceremony room was classy and the available light in the room really gave it a romantic feel.
The garden was amazing, overlooking the bay, the perfect place for some relaxed portraits.
Laura Was a bit nervous, I always find that a few photos before the ceremony always relaxed the bride, definitely is a happy distraction
Sweet Happiness
The Kiss !
The Newlyweds
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- I really like all the venue shots! You should try selling the photos to the venue!
- Lovely wedding! The location really is beautiful!
- Great set of pictures - I really like the B&W dancing shot.
- Great job! Beautiful venue!
- What a place and what a beautiful dress your bride wore...well captured!!
- Nice job, that venue and location is just beautiful! And I love the bride's dress.
- Awesome stuff brian! Awesome venue shots!
- That first bouquet shot is just killer. Love the location, you are so lucky to have been able to shoot there.
- I really like the way you have captured the details of this wedding, particularly the first shot of the flowers. very creative.
- What an incredible wedding! You've captured it well. I really like the outdoor shots. Great work!
- Love some of the real moments you captured at this wedding, especially the last photo which got me to stop and think about what was going on. Nice wedding photos.
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I had a great opportunity to work with Laura Ryan from Laura Ryan Photography recently. And I must say she is fantastic, great photographer and all around cool person. I have always said that it is nice to have a great group of photographers in the same area that can work together.
Heidi and Joe were a fantastic couple from Queens, NY. Heidi and Joe had their reception at the amazing Stage 6 at Steiner Studios. From beginning to end their wedding had a movie star feel to it.. Enjoy !
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- Wow, bridesmaids in black dresses. Love this wedding photo set. Love the little moments you captured. Great photography!
- Awesome work!
- I love those flowers and shoes! What a clever bride. Cool shots.
- very nice work Brian! My bridesmaid dresses this past Saturday were black too. I loved it.
- Beautiful photos. The boy winking in the photo - priceless :)
- This looks like it was a great day!
- Love the shot of the bride walking down the isle! The men getting ready shots are great too!!
- what a beautiful bride!! great job on these!
- Beautiful set! The couple must be very happy with your work :)
- I have to add that I also love the black dress look and am glad the trend is growing. You did an absolutely beautiful job on this wedding and I love the simple elegance of the rooftop location. Very nice!!
- Amazing wedding. Your group shots are great.
I had a chance to shoot with a Shira from Shira Z photography. I always enjoy when I get a chance to shoot with other photographers, it gives me a chance to sit back and really look for the little details at a wedding. Sometimes as a photographer we are always moving and on the go, setting up shots, gathering family members, and at times we don’t get a chance to really catch EVERY detail, to shoot alternate angles. Having more than one photographer allows us tell the story through another set of eyes.
Chris and Jen were married on a chilly day in October at St. Peter & Paul in Hoboken, New Jersey. Followed by a really beautiful reception at the Rockleigh Country Club in Rockleigh NJ. It was an amazing venue with fantastic photo opportunities.
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- Awesome wedding!! Love the shot by the fountain!
- Fabulous!!
- I can't resist a dress in the window shot! Love the twist with the mirror, and does it actually say those words on the wall? How fitting!
- Nice work Brian! I love watching your work, it keeps getting better and better :) That first dress shot is awesome! It is hard to change it up when shooting the dress and it works perfectly with the shoes and the mirror. Great set.
- Beautiful work, Brian!
- Great photos! They're going to love these.
- What an awesome set! church one is my fav!
- Dang Brian, that dip shot is outstanding. I'm also really digging the shot of them in the church with the wide angle. Keep up the awesome work!
- I love the church shot and the water fountain one too!!!
- Great wedding! Love the black and white of them kissing!! Awesome work, keep it up!
- Love the dress shots, especially the mirror image. Haven't seen that one before!
- great wedding. Love that bW of them kissing!
- Hehehe, I love the shot of them on the Trooper car :D great job, Brian!
- What a classy looking couple! The wide-angle at the alter is amazing.. good thing you didn't trip on her dress... :)
- Great lighting Brian - the shot by the fountain is awesome - perfect exposure.
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