My love story with Luke and Mikaela began four autumns ago in 2019, when they were just a couple of newly-engaged, giddy 20-somethings with their whole lives ahead of them! I don’t know if I can recall a more enthusiastic inquiry than Mikaela’s first message to me. She gushed about how she and Luke, along with their families, were dead set on having me document their wedding. (Like… are you KIDDING me? Truly the kindest compliment ever to have not only the groom, but the whole fam on board!) I couldn’t wait to finally have them in front of my camera at their engagement session. Fast forward to ..read more

After eight years together, Red House Lake at Allegany State Park has become Myles and Anna’s happy place. It’s played such a pivotal role in their relationship, so it only felt right that we meet up there for their engagement session over the summer! Allegany State Park is a hidden gem of WNY state, so if you haven’t been, you’ll quickly see why this couple loves it so much! Anna & Myles will be celebrating their wedding at The Admiral Room in Buffalo, NY this coming July, and I am so stinkin’ excited for these two! Their love story just keeps getting sweeter & sweeter; I’m still so ..read more

After an outrageously busy fall portrait and wedding photography season, I was so torn on whether or not I could juggle hosting my final mini sessions of the year. Typically, November’s minis are some of my most-booked sessions and cater to all the sweet families who want to sneak in photos just in time for their holiday cards. It’s not abnormal for me to sell out 12-16 sessions in a matter of minutes, that all take place on one day or weekend. And while I love being able to serve so many amazing families, I just truly did not have this kind of gusto left in me this season. As a bit of a comp ..read more

Charles, Maddie & I met up at Niagara Square in Buffalo for their engagement session this summer and it was truly the perfect evening together. We started their session downtown and finished out on the water at Wilkeson Pointe for sunset. These two are the most easygoing, kind, and wonderful people. I kept thinking to myself, “how the HECK do I always luck out with the best couples?!” Maddie & Chuck are truly no exception! I can’t wait to photograph them again at their wedding next summer at The Westin in Buffalo, NY; I know the coordination by EVL Events paired with this bride’s atte ..read more

After eight years together, Lauren and Alex finally became husband and wife at The Harper Event Venue in Meadville, Pennsylvania! Although it was a bit brisk and cloudy, the sun still shined on and off and created the perfect golden light for some of their images. The color scheme and absolutely DREAMY florals by Meant to Bee Flower Farm were the perfect touch to their late-October wedding. Alex and Lauren truly are the sweetest couple and perfect match for one another! Our first meeting was at their engagement session last summer, and I immediately knew I had found my people. We bonded over o ..read more

This had been a dream of mine for so many years: to have an opportunity to gather all my favorite people in the same place- to reminisce all the incredible love stories I have been fortunate enough to be a part of. To honor the clients who have made my dreams a reality for over a decade. To eat, drink & celebrate marriage. The Hannah Bryerton Photography Summer Gala officially came to life on July 14, 2023, & my goodness, it could not have been sweeter. As bold as this statement is, I think it’s safe to say that this is now my all-time-favorite experience in the history of my career th ..read more

The brand new Wayland Brewing Company in Orchard Park, NY, was the perfect space for Marybeth & Jason’s gorgeous wedding on Saturday! This couple chose bright, organic florals that were featured throughout the entire hall; they truly could not have been a more perfect accent to this modern, sophisticated venue! A bride after my own heart, Marybeth is also a HUGE Swiftie, so touches of Taylor Swift’s music and lyrics were sprinkled throughout the entire day. I walked into the bridal suite to find the girls getting ready while listening to one of her (less popular) songs and immediately felt ..read more

After almost a decade together, Cole and Lacey finally tied the knot on the most beautiful September day at Steamfitters in Pittsburgh, PA! To simply put it, Lacey is wildly driven and runs her own floral design company, Thistle & Rose, alongside her (now official) sister-in-law, Brie. When I tell you these girls are SO outrageously talented, I mean they casually planned this entire wedding AND did all the flowers themselves… while also being the BRIDE and MATRON OF HONOR. As if those jobs don’t come with enough responsibility, right? The very first time these two tried their hands at flor ..read more

Rachael Hoellig & Matthew Zimmerman planned the dreamiest backyard wedding with the help of Syrie from Social Maven in Buffalo, NY! It was the garden party of ALL our dreams— every last detail was intricately chosen with thoughtful intention. Stunning florals from Ashley Kirnan of Tarry Grove, paired with the chinoiserie style linens and decor, created the perfect atmosphere for the bride’s childhood backyard! A huge shout out to the amazing family & vendor team that worked tirelessly to make this rainy day a raving success. The morning started out with a very relentless downpour, leav ..read more

Bri & Phil exchanged vows at the beautiful Arbor at the Port in Rochester, New York, over the weekend. I still cannot believe I got to be the one to document their perfect day! When I first met Brianna and Phil, I was documenting a destination wedding in the Dominican Republic where she was one of the bridesmaids. (Shout to you, Morgan & Joel– we love you!) Anyway, it’s safe to say it was love at first sight between us. I told her she was one of the most beautiful humans I’d ever laid eyes on, and she immediately became my newest girl crush. (Wait until you scroll the blog, you’re abou ..read more