The Snow Is My Fire!

March 24, 2011

The snow was almost completely gone, except for a few small piles and it was starting to look like spring when Mother Nature dumped several inches of snow again yesterday and now everything is completely white. It wasn’t until the winter wonderland appeared again that I got an itching for gardening and fresh flowers. I’m really not a good gardener, but I love getting my hands and bare feet covered in dirt so I really appreciate that this weather upset has ignited my outdoor passion for the season! Because I’m feeling fresh and vibrant today, here’s a little floral beauty to inspire you!

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The Deelicious Life, Wedding

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flowers

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I Think Mariah Likes Her Book ;)

March 29, 2010

Ooooo…another WeddingWire review! This one comes from Mariah, my spunky New Year’s bride:

Commission for referrals? Absolutely! I like to hook up any bride who spreads my name so look for an extra goody when you order your album. :-)

I thought I would share one of my favorite’s from Mariah’s day of her 2 minutes before the ceremony perfectly arranging her bouquet. This bouquet was special not only because it was beautiful and hand-made by herself, but included palm flowers her husband had brought back from one of this trips as a gift to her. It was so wonderful to see a bride incorporate something meaningful in her flowers and it was a romantic surprise to Jason as she walked down the aisle.

Talking about this photo with Mariah later, I was brokenhearted to hear that her bouquet had been swiped during her reception so these photos are even more precious and bring with them a great story to share.

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Albums / Products, Testimonials, Wedding

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bridal prep - flowers

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Your Wedding Images on DVD

January 28, 2010

As many of you know, my main career is developing websites for my studio Deelicious Web Design. I began photographing weddings as an excuse to develop my skill and never imagined it would grow into another successful business venture. I feel incredibly lucky to participate in two professions I immensely love. My clients, whether they be business professionals or brides, have always pushed me to improve myself and offer products and services that I can be proud of.

As January approached, I knew it was time to set new goals for Visually Deelicious. Many photographers strive for a larger volume of weddings while others hope they can increase their income by setting higher rates. To be honest, the number of weddings I shoot per year or the profit I make mean nothing to me. Photography doesn’t put food on my table, it simply allows me to strengthen my passion and I therefor decided that 2010 would be the year I improve the quality of my service.

Of course any photographer will refine their skills the more they shoot, so I narrowed my goal to offer the highest quality products available for my clients. It’s an amazing experience to view your wedding photos for the first time online and relive the day, and yet it’s almost more gratifying to touch a wedding album in your hands and show it off to every living person on earth. This is an excitement I want every one of my brides to experience so I will not be offering cheap thrills in order to snag 50 weddings a year.

Now on to the products! Whether you purchase a package containing a DVD of your wedding images or add the item later as a la carte, your wedding photos will be delivered in a lovely brown package. Open the box and you will find a custom printed DVD containing all your wedding images retouched and available for unlimited reprinting. The DVD is presented in a custom photo-metallic case covered with matte laminate and includes a magnetic closure. I’m not kidding when I say the cover of this baby is so silky smooth, you won’t stop rubbing it! (Men take note…hehe.)

Interested in purchasing your wedding slideshow on DVD? This beautiful case can house 2 DVDs for the ultimate presentation of your wedding images. Duplicate cases are available for parents or as gifts at a reduced price. Please inquiry for pricing. And yes, we do provide a backup DVD for those times the dog decides to chomp on your goodies. Just promise me you’ll store the DVDs in two different locations!

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DVD - flowers

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Jason and Mariah’s Wedding at Salvatore’s Italian Gardens

January 15, 2010

Here’s a little tidbit about myself….I love The Beatles Rock Band on the Wii. It’s a pastime my Dad and I thoroughly enjoy together (though he refuses to play above easy…grrr!) and actually inspired me to learn to play the real guitar. So can you imagine my excitement when after the ceremony, Jason and Mariah’s clan whipped out The Beatles Rock Band before the reception? Yes it was time to put down the camera for a few moments….

I also love small weddings and Jason & Mariah’s ceremony was a top contender for emotions and love. Mariah’s father was the officiant who delivered some powerful and tear jerking words. Lots of sniffles during this intimate ceremony! Top if off with a New Year’s party hosted by Salvatore’s Italian Gardens Restaurant past 2am and this group really knew how to bring in a new year! I just love holiday weddings!

Looking forward to a DYNAMITE 2010!

View Jason & Mariah’s complete wedding gallery.

Music: I Will, PS I Love You, and I Want to Hold Your Hand by The Beatles

Ceremony Venue: Private Home
Reception Venue: Salvatore’s Italian Gardens Restaurant in Depew, NY

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Wedding

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bridal prep - buffalo - cakes - depew - flowers - formals - holiday - indoor ceremony - ny - rings - Salvatores Italian Gardens Restaurant - slideshows - wedding ceremony - wedding dress - wedding reception - winter

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Nick and Kristen’s Wedding at Beaver Meadow Audubon Center

November 21, 2009

When I create a slideshow for a bride and groom, I try to use their first dance song because I know it’s a special melody. I’ll be honest when I say that I would have never picked this song for Nick and Kristen’s photos and that’s why I love it. I’d never even heard this song before, but it reminds me of how beautiful and unique each relationship is that I’m so lucky to be able to experience and photograph. Thank you.

Music/First Dance: Ahead by a Century by Tragically Hip

Ceremony Venue: Beaver Meadow Audubon Center in North Java, NY
Reception Venue: St. Cecelia’s Church Hall in Strykersville, NY
Florist: Warsaw Greenhouse
Caterer: David Kersch - Catered Creations
Stylist: John Caldwell
DJ: Paul Spitale - Black Rock Sound Solutions
Wedding Dress Designer: Oleg Cassini

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Photobooth, Wedding

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Beaver Meadow Audubon Center - bridal portraits - bridal prep - cakes - fall - flowers - formals - indoor ceremony - java - ny - rings - slideshows - wedding ceremony - wedding dress - wedding reception

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