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About me

While loved by his clients for the ease at which he puts them in front of the lens, it's Paul's award-winning style and professionalism, coupled with his visionary 'modern lifestyle' imagery and his 'real life' approach to portraiture that has made Fotoimpressions the first choice among Western NY style-makers and wedding planners throughout the US.

- Brides Magazine

Paul D. Van Hoy II resides in Rochester, NY where he received his MFA in Fine Art Photography from the Rochester Institute of Technology. In 2007 Paul received worldwide recognition as Microsoft's Pro Photographer for 2007. Also, in 2007 Creative Quarterly Magazine recognized Paul as their 'Photographer of the Year'. American Photo Magazine recently profiled Paul's MFA thesis series 'Bystander'. Paul's work has been widely published in many other photographic magazines, including: After Capture, PDN, Digital Photo Pro, CMYK, Photographer's Forum, Professional Photographer, American Photo, Camera Arts, and Creative Quarterly.

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Irondequoit Country Club Wedding Photography | Paul & Michelle

Paul and Michelle, your wedding was outstanding – full of so many beautiful people and breath-taking moments. You’re both such loving and spirited individuals whose love and fondness for one another is unmistakable – you’re that type of couple people see walking down the street or sitting in a cafe, and you just say to yourself… “Wow those two are so in love with each other.” I greatly enjoyed meeting your families and friends, and just want to extend a very warm thank you for sharing such a special day with me – I’m so flattered, honored, and grateful that you chose me document your wedding. I love your photos so very much – especially the reception photos from the Irondequoit Country Club – what a gorgeous venue!

I wish you both the very best and cannot wait to hear your responses/reactions to the photos!

- Paul

Rochester Wedding Photography | Michelle & Paul

July 26, 2010 - 11:02 pm Paul - PVH - We can't believe its already been a month! We can't wait to see the pics when they are ready. Thanks for being a part of our day - and making it extra special by caturing our memories!

July 9, 2010 - 3:20 pm Diane DiGioia - Stunning! Can't wait to see more!

Rochester Wedding Photography at the RMSC | Abbey & Matt

Who else can say that they had Woolly Mammoths at their wedding, eh!? :) You and Matt had a gorgeous day, gorgeous wedding, and I’m so glad I got to be a part of it. The Rochester Museum of Science (RMSC) was so much fun – between determining what my weight would be on Mars and conducting energy with wheels and hand cranks, I almost forgot I was even at a wedding… so much fun! I wish the very best to you both, your families and your friends.

- Paul

Buffalo NY Wedding Photography | Deb & Doug

Deb and Doug, what a fantastic wedding day from start to finish! I just want to send my congratulations and thanks to you, your families, and your friends – thank you for sharing such an incredible day and so many wonderful moments. Here are some of my personal favorites!

- Paul

Buffalo Wedding Photography | Crystal & Tim

Crystal and Tim, I smiled and laughed out loud many times while editing your wedding photos – you two were so much fun to shoot, especially over at the Albright-Knox. Here are my favorite selections from your collection – I can’t wait to hear back from you both!

- Paul

NYC Stock Photography | NYC Headshots

Hello everyone! I just got back from my NYC respite and wanted to share some images with you from my time away. I also wanted to share that I am now ENGAGED!! which means that the search for my wedding photographer is officially on. I will be hosting tryouts and auditions over the next 6 mos. So, feel free to nominate yourself or someone you know – but be sure your nominee can do the crab-walk and has no fear of heights or spandex tights :) Last but not least!!… they must also be able to perform a smashing impersonation of Tim Curry’s character ‘Wadsworth’ from the movie Clue.

Enjoy!

June 27, 2010 - 12:33 pm Kristina - I'd nominate myself but I don't know any crab walk moves. Is swing dancing good enough? And what if, instead of impersonations, I just speak Lithuanian the whole day, and you try and figure out what I'm saying? No?... Oh well. :)

June 24, 2010 - 7:44 pm Mary Ellen Carafice - You meant-WE will be searching for OUR wedding photographer...right? ;) You be Wadsworth, I'll be Yvette. I'll meet you in the study. THAT IS IT-CLUE THEMED WEDDING TIME!!! You know what I love :) Parker Brothers Game Movies!

June 24, 2010 - 7:40 pm Mary Ellen Carafice - i think you mean OUR wedding photographer :) Wadsworth is a must for sure. In fact-you be Wadsworth and I'll be Yvette :)

Wedding Photography Buffalo NY | Doug & Deb

Guys, what an amazing day for a wedding – so many wonderful moments, so many beautiful photographs. I can’t wait to edit them all and retell your wedding day story. Here’s a sneak preview for now!

ps. Have a wonderful time in Africa, and if you can… try to sneak me back a baby giraffe :)

-Paul

June 30, 2010 - 10:29 pm singapore wedding photographers - very nice photo!

June 3, 2010 - 3:01 am bloginsightphoto - Wow! Wonderful Picture for wedding,,,,,

Buffalo Wedding Photography | Crystal and Tim

Congratulations Crystal and Tim – you two had a beautiful wedding, here’s a teaser to hold you over! :)

-Paul

Evansville, IN Photography

Hey y’all – if you aren’t familiar with my ‘accumulations’ series, go to:

Rochester NY Fine Art Photography – once you’re there click on the link labeled ‘Series V’

Chicago IL Stock Photography