What better way to celebrate the people you are lucky enough to call family and the people who have come into your life as great friends, than by bringing everyone together for an epic dinner & dancing celebration at Park Country Club? This year’s theme was gemstones, and the group was the biggest it’s ever been. With an amazing food display for cocktail hour, and the energetic music of the live band, this was a certainly a night to remember! Thank you, Kathie, for inviting me to photograph your Friends & Family celebration!

Special shout-out to some of the vendors who played a key role in the celebration: Band: Gregg Simmons, "Crying Out Loud” / Florist: Paula Salvatore, Salvatore's Hospitality / Ice Carving: John Matwijkow, Unique Culinary Concepts / Chairs: Stacy Stephens, Tesoro Event Rentals

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For the last 6 years I’ve been invited to photograph the holiday party for local advertising agency, Crowley Webb and Associates, alongside their sister-company, Praxis. This year’s holiday festivities (like the most of the last 6) were held at The Saturn Club – a beautiful and historic, private social club located in Buffalo. Drinks and hors d’ouvres were were enjoyed over laughter and conversation, followed by a recap of the year’s achievements and employee accomplishments, promotions, and personal life milestones. The night continued with dinner, a secret santa exchange of gifts, and creative custom jingles sang on stage that brought down the house with laughter. This is such a great group of people and every year, I am so thankful to be invited to document such a great end of another year! Here’s a quick recap of some highlight moments from the night!

Happy holidays to all!