Field notes

Name: Stutz Media
Address: Buffalo, NY, US
Price range: $$

Straight answers to the questions I get asked most, about listing photos, portraits, running a business and finding wildlife in Western New York.

Real estate · 5 minHow Much Does Real Estate Photography Cost in Buffalo, NY?What real estate photography costs in Buffalo and Western New York, what changes the price, and which add-ons like drone and twilight are worth it for a listing.
Real estate · 6 minHow to Prepare Your Home for Real Estate Photos: A Room-by-Room ChecklistA practical, room-by-room checklist for getting a house ready for listing photos, from the kitchen counters to the driveway. Written by a Buffalo real estate photographer.
Portraits · 6 minThe Best Places for Senior Portraits in Buffalo and Western New YorkWhere to take senior portraits around Buffalo, Hamburg, Orchard Park, East Aurora, the Northtowns and Niagara Falls, what each spot looks like, and when to book.
Portraits · 4 minWhat to Wear for Family Photos: A Simple GuideHow to pick outfits for family photos that look good together: colours, patterns, layers and seasons, with tips for Western New York weather.
Wildlife · 7 minWhere to Photograph Birds and Wildlife in Western New YorkA wildlife photographer's guide to the best places for birds and wildlife around Buffalo, Niagara and the Lake Erie shore, season by season, with tips on fieldcraft and gear.
Business · 5 minBrand Photography for Small Businesses: What to Shoot and WhyA plain guide to brand photography for small businesses in Buffalo and Western New York: what shots you need, how to plan a session, and how to use the photos.
Portraits · 4 minHow Much Does a Portrait Photographer Cost in Buffalo, NY?What senior portraits, family photos, couples sessions and headshots cost in Buffalo and Western New York, what changes the price, and how to pick the right session length.
Business · 4 minHow Much Does an Event Photographer Cost in Buffalo, NY?What event photography costs in Buffalo and Western New York for festivals, fundraisers and company events, half-day versus full-day coverage, and how to plan a shot list.
Portraits · 4 minHow to Get a Great Professional Headshot: Tips for LinkedIn and Company WebsitesWhat to wear, how to prepare and what to ask for in a professional headshot for LinkedIn, a company website or real estate marketing, from a Buffalo photographer.
Portraits · 5 minThe Best Time of Year for Outdoor Photos in Buffalo and Western New YorkA season-by-season guide to outdoor portrait and family photos around Buffalo: lilacs and blossoms in spring, golden hour in summer, peak fall colour in October, and winter sessions.