Hi, Hello
Real.
Bold.
Messy.
Colorful.
Authentic.
Stories of the wildly,
passionately +
overwhelmingly in love.
GABRIELLE
DEFAZIO
PHOTOGRAPHY
01 GALLERIES
02 VENDORS
Rentals:
White Bounce House of Rochester
Vintage Glam Photo Booth
venues:
The Richardson Hotel (Hotel Henry)
(think outside the box - local or further out)
The Cracker Factory (Geneva, NY)
Riff City Social (old Thin Man)
Any National Park (let's just elope)
(at the port, the loft, midtown)
sweets:
stationery& signage:
Sincerely Melissa Co.
B in a Bonnet
Sally Marie Studio
Graphic Poetry Stationery
Paige by Design
The Paper Vow
Sundown Paper Co.
Sal Studios
Sincerely by Sage
Purple Wagon Designs
Down Home Diviner
music:
Please request no lasers!
H+H Entertainment
Executive Sound - Ken
Whirlin’ Disc Sound
Moving Music
Michael Khoury - (DJ)
Diligent Loiter
Crespo Beats
Energy Entertainment
Party of Nine (Band)
Name Brand Covers
Toy Bros
fits:
Victoria's Bridal Shoppe
Lovely Bride (Rochester)
Heart to heart
Made by Anatomy
M. A. Carr Bridal
New Ivory Bridal
Stella's Bridal Boutique
Bureau Made
Jos A. Banks
Marty's Formalwear
Riverside Mens Shop
Get Dressed Buffalo
Mens's Warehouse
hair/makeup:
florals:
Wildroot Floral
Rooted Blooms Design
Planners:
video:
Dreamy destination deals
Ireland I Las Vegas I San Diego I Colorado I Lake Placid, NY I Oregon I Portugal
Italy I Arizona I Albuquerque + Santa Fe, NM I Utah I Maine I Chicago I Ski Resorts
Rosemary Beach FL I The Canadian Rockies I Jackson Hole, WY I Amsterdam
Brooklyn I Greece I Iceland I New York City I Vermont I Adirondack Mountains
reduced pricing for any of these dreamy destination wedding locations!
for prices, packages + more info on the dreamy destination wedding locations
please fill out the contact form below + I will get back to you as soon as possible!
Let's make both our dreams come true, + take beautiful photos in beautiful places, what do you say!?!
03 Meet Me
"Ever since I was
a lowercase g"
" But now I'm a BIG G "
Small Biz Owner | Inclusive Photographer | Light Chaser | Tea Lover
Hey there! I’m so excited you’re here! NO REALLY, I am.
I just did a happy dance!
I am a proud Buffalo local who’s absolutely obsessed with capturing all the special moments—whether it’s the big, life-changing stuff like your wedding day or those cozy, lazy Sundays at home that warm your heart.
I’m an inclusive photographer for any and every one with a heartbeat. Love is love is love is love to me + I love, love! My work is all about love, adventures, realness, uniqueness, laughter, acceptance, weirdness, genuine moments + of course, the party vibes!
Photography isn’t just my job—it’s my jam! It’s literally my bread + butter, the way I view the world! I love everything about it: the amazing people I get to meet, the places I get to explore, + the spontaneous magic that happens at every shoot. Each click of the camera is a chance to bring joy, freeze those precious moments, + tell a story that’s uniquely yours. I am here for all of it!!
Your story matters, and I’m here to capture it in a way that’s real, raw, + 100% you guys! Behind every laugh, tear, + smile is a moment that deserves to be framed, + I’m here to help you do just that.
My mission? To make sure your photos don’t just look good—they feel good, too, because they’re filled with the emotions + experiences that make your life so special. And when you look back on them, you will remember the time you had together instead of
I’m pumped to work with you + can’t wait to see what kind of magic we create together. Let’s get creative, have a blast, and capture those moments that matter most.
So, what do you say? Ready to make some
photo magic together?
I seriously can’t wait to call you my friend!
Things that spark joy in me!
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random acts of kindness
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my people (iykyk)
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travel
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unconventional art museums
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froyo
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palomas, sours, + ciders
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Nat Geo
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Diane Keaton, Sandra Bullock, Michael Buble + Whitney Houston
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tulips, peonies + ranunculus
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creating, designing + doodling
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chai tea lattes
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paula's cherry donuts
"sometimes photos are the most tangible memories we have left of the people we love most"
04 Kind Words
G. Loschiavo
Gab was absolutely amazing. She is so kind and bright spirited, she made our maternity pictures full of fun & laughter. My boyfriend and I couldn’t stop talking about how much we enjoyed the photo shoot. We got our sneak peeks back less than 24 hours after, and they are my dream come true. Not only did she capture these beautiful moments, she got the feelings we have for each other in them. They are phenomenal, and so is she! I can’t say enough great things.
t. rybak
My wedding was in July of 2023 and of all our support team Gabby easily stands out as the best. She made the entire process so easy. She was well organized, professional, and more than communicative and friendly. She truly turns into your bridal party's best friend, the bride and grooms sidekick, and made what might seem like a tedious morning into a party. I haven't even gotten into the photos. She not only delivered early, but I got to relive our wedding in a way I never expected. Even when I was tired and cranky, every single photo she delivered was beautiful. She made every photo so special. Gabby will not only make your day unforgettable, but she will leave you with images that will bring you back to that day as if it was yesterday.
r.schaf
From the first moments talking to Gab on the phone, I knew she was going to be awesome to work with. She is so sweet and fun and incredible at what she does! Before getting our engagement pictures, we were afraid of being so awkward in front of the camera, but Gab made it so easy and effortless and the same held true on our wedding day! We are so obsessed with the pictures we've gotten from her and will definitely be using her for any future pictures we need!
k. elersic-burgess
My husband and I volunteered to be models for a spooky photoshoot. I decided to volunteer because he is so awkward in front of the camera and always freezes. It's like trying to get a good photo out of a toddler lol. Gab exceeded my expectations so far beyond what I could have imagined. Within minutes my photo shy husband was at ease and just having fun with it. Gab's amazing energy, (fun) professionalism, and clear knowledge of her craft made this shoot a breeze. Her talent as a photographer made it so that this shoot we were doing as a throwaway or practice, now provided some of my absolute favorite photos of us together that really capture our essence and dynamic. As long as Gab has a camera and wants money, we will be customers!!! (literally not one dud in the photos) THANKS GAB!!!!
s. Rowe
This girl knows her stuff!! Not only is she super talented but she makes taking pictures so much fun. We hired Gabrielle to do both our engagement and wedding pictures. She was AMAZING!! And the pictures came out beautifully. She gets creative with poses so your photos will stand out from others. It was so fun to get to know her and we plan to book her for future photo shoots.
e. pfalzer
Gab, I wish I had the words to put together to thank you for capturing these moments with our daughter and of us as a family during the newborn photo session. Just like our maternity photo session, you go above and beyond and exceed our expectations. You have the best eye for detail, never let a hair fall out of place, and bring the most fun and calming energy to every room you are in. Your creativity and eye for artistry is unmatched. You have given us the gift of a lifetime capturing these early days with our daughter. Every photo feels like you captured a piece of magic of her childhood and newborn days, and now we have them to look back at for a lifetime. Thank you is not enough. We adore you and are so grateful for your work.
b. Ford
Gab is a great photographer to have in your corner! From another photog, she’s the best gal to have work alongside of on a wedding day. Makes stresses ease right away by being three steps ahead of you at all times. Her clients are so lucky to have her as a photographer & friend!! 💗
L. Lavocat
I can't recommend Gab enough! My family was lucky enough to score a photo session with her recently and i'm so appreciative and thankful for the beautiful pictures she took. I'm always amazed at photographers and how they work thru chaos. I have three small children and she was so patient with them - earning their trust so that they were cooperative while also capturing their personalities perfectly. She was so easy to work with, personable and kind. Would 100% use her again and recommend her to anyone looking for somebody for professional pictures - she truly provides a service that is such a gift.
01
The Inquiry
Leave a detailed email message using the contact form below! I will get back to you via email!
05 the Process
02
The Deets
Check the date!
Do a VIBE check + see if I'm a good 3rd wheel!
Sessions:
Start planning location
Get you on the books
Help with outfits + all the details
Weddings:
Hop on a call
Get to know you guys little bit!
Run through the details of how you envision your day going
Answer all the questions you might have!
03
The Booking
If you decide to do the damn thing with me, then first I'll do a happy dance + then we'll get down to business!
I'll send over a contract for you to review. When it looks good we will sign + pay the non-refundable retainer + then your dates officially booked!
06 Contact
Questions about pricing + packages please inquire here! Fill out the form below + tell me a little bit about what kind of session you're looking for! I'll see exactly how to make those dreams come true!
I truly appreciate you reaching out, cannot wait to meet you + hopefully photograph you guys!
