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the photographer on Chautauqua Lake
Katie Graham
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serving Chautauqua lake & Buffalo, NY
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Stunning Photos
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Do you crave imagery that shows real moments, emotion, and beauty? That's what I specialize in creating. Whether it's a family's annual summer photos at sunset alongside Chautauqua Lake, or a couple getting married in the mountains of Breckenridge, Colorado, what I create is always--before anything else--real.
Meet Katie
visual storyteller.
- Katie
Everyone's story is unique and beautiful in its own way, and you deserve stunning images to share it.
Photography for me is a method of storytelling. You have an introduction, body, climax, and conclusion. Every session and wedding--while each unique in detail--follows this timeless cadence, and it's something I love to document.
I became a photographer as a last-ditch effort. After starting up and failing 4 different businesses, I was running out of ideas and photography was all that was left. Thank goodness what started as a last chance turned very quickly into a joyful passion.
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Katie was phenomenal! She was patient, made us feel relaxed and natural, good at giving directions, and in possession of an amazing artistic eye. We challenged her to a one hour family session and engagement shoot with a dog! The images she created knocked us out of the park. Tear evoking, smile producing, oh so joyful! Our advice to you is simply to hire Katie immediately. I love how her images have a sense of timelessness due to her editing style and our photos are now keepsakes for generations to come.
Tear evoking, smile producing, oh so joyful!
Megan
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Katie is the nicest person you’ll meet and her photo skills are top notch. She is personable, bright, and makes you feel comfortable in front of the camera within minutes. Our engagement and wedding photos are absolutely stunning. If you want gorgeous AND unique wedding photos, choose Katie. I recommend her to every couple looking for a wedding photographer!
Nicest person you’ll meet!
Andrew & Abi
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If I could give 10/5 stars, I would! Words cannot describe how happy my husband and I are with the choice we made for a wedding photographer! Katie is the absolute best! From the beginning of our engagement session, when we had no idea what to expect, to the sneak peak she showed us BEFORE she left our wedding reception, and everything in between; Katie Graham is a GEM! Katie provided professionalism, comfort, connecting, and capturing everything we could have ever dreamed of for our wedding day. I am obsessed with our pictures, and everyone in our wedding party and even guests at our wedding RAVED about Katie and her work. I am only sad that we can't get married again so we can interact with Katie and her husband again. HIGHLY RECOMMEND :)
If I could give 10/5 stars, I would!
Kyle & Angela
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Jackson was born and raised in Bemus Point, NY. Jackson is the business administrator, CFO, and secondary photographer of Katie Graham Photography. He has a passion for the technical side of photography, connecting and getting to know others, a well-balanced spreadsheet, and doing business well.
At a wedding day you will often find Jackson carrying the bride's bouquet, fluffing the veil for a special photo, chatting it up with wedding guests/family, and being Katie's second pair of eyes making sure no key moment is missed.
Second shooter & Cfo
Meet Jackson
"I wouldn't be where I am without them."
- Katie
The Team
Meet Beckley, our beautiful daughter! Lots of people wonder if we named her after the town Beckley in West Virginia. While we do drive by there often, Katie found the name Beckley several years ago when she came across a business on Instagram named "Beckley Co." From that moment on it was on the top of her girl names list!
Beckley is a true girly-girl, loves kitties, ponies, and dogs, and enjoys going for walks by the lake with her doggos.
While Mom and Dad are away at weddings Beckley gets to spend the day with her Mimi and Papa, being doted on like the little princess she is.
the real boss around here
Meet Beckley
Born November of 2023, Cullen is the newest addition to our family, and inarguably, Beckley's favorite person. He is the sweetness to Beckley's spunk, caution to Beckley's enthusiasm, and simply so much fun.
Cullen loves cuddles, back tickles, hugs from Beckley, and having his head rubbed.
Our newest addition
Meet Cullen
Sully, our 7 year old golden-doodle, and Sampson, our 2 year old bernedoodle, keep us busy at home for sure! Oftentimes while Katie is doing emails or editing you'll find these two boys napping by her feet, keeping her warm.
Sully is our needy, self conscious first fur-baby. He loves lots of positive affirmation, goes crazy for bones or bacon, and had a bad habit of eating paper money when he was a puppy.
Sampson is our very independent, overly confident second doggo. He loves belly rubs, going for bike-runs, and long snoozes in the snow.
"The Boys"
Sully & Sampson
Explore our work
If you feel shy or uneasy in front of the camera, spoiler alert: so does everyone else. We know that having your photo taken professionally isn't normal...unless you're a Kardashian. We specialize in creating images that show the real you, comfortable and beautiful.
Making sure you look amazing is our job--just show up ready to have a good time and we'll take care of the rest.
we document real people.
Yes? let’s work together!
did we just become best friends?
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Proverbs 3:5-6
wrap around porches
red lipstick at christmas
mountains or beach?...can never decide
the crunch of autumn leaves
long conversations by the fire
friends that are family
Taco tuesday. IYKYK.
needtobreathe
pineapple on pizza
toile de jouy everything
Family Photos in gold frames
the smell of horses in spring
peppermint hot chocolate
candlelit dinners
any kind of doodle dog. or any kind of dog.
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The Perfect Fit
Yes? let’s work together!
Whether it's Jimmy Choo shoes or Carhartt overalls...
Goldendoodles in bowties or horses in pastures...
Pretty blue summer dresses or hiking gear in the mountains...
Vintage wedding details or eggs from the coop...
It's all beautiful in it's own wonderfully unique way.
We specialize in telling stories, whatever yours looks like. We photograph the moments that capture you, exactly how you truly are. We don't play pretend--we focus in on the real.
focusing on what makes your story uniquely beautiful.
Real People. Real Moments.
