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Welcome to Daria + Andy's blog!

Daria Bishop Photographers is us, Daria and Andy Bishop, a wife and husband team…and we specialize in exceptional wedding photography!  We realize that each wedding is as unique as you are, so we approach each wedding with new eyes and a fresh perspective.

A wedding can take a year or more to plan but ends in a day.  We capture the love, romance, people, emotion and details, which you’ve worked so hard to bring together and that tell the story of your amazing day.  Our distinctive and award-winning style combines real moments with the magic from your wedding so you can remember and cherish your celebration for the joyous years to come.

We're totally in love with each other, our two beautiful children Summer and Baxter, our dog, Yeti and cat, Lucky.  We are passionate about photography, love, and life, and truly enjoy the fabulous couples we get to meet along the way!

We would be honored and thrilled to photograph your wedding!

married: Laura + Miles: Hildene, Manchester, VT

Monday, February 8, 2010 at 5:52pm Posted in married

Ceremony: St. Paul Catholic Church
Reception location: Hildene
Tent + Lighting: Rain or Shine Tents and Events
Catering: Lily and the Rose, Saratoga, NY
Cake: Cuisine Lucette
B+G Getting Ready Location: Equinox Resort
Makeup: Stacy Hunter
Hair: Marilyn Antoinette
Florist: Fleurtacious Designs, Albany, NY
Band: Beantown, Boston
Honeymoon: Africa

Early last summer I ran around with lovebirds Laura + Miles for their engagement session in Middlebury.We had so much fun and it was obvious that their big day would be fabulous. These two are as wonderful as they come and their friends and family were delightful too. The day was filled with smiles, laughter and pure joy. Plus the Hildene is a gorgeous spot for photos and celebrating!! I’m thrilled to share some of my favorite images with you!  I’ll post their slideshow at the bottom for your viewing pleasure.

The day begins.

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Miles’ fastens his tie. 

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The guys are looking dapper.

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Miles has the most killer dimple. 

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A few colorful details.

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A priceless getting ready moment.

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A few bridal portraits. 

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Some fun with the girls.

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I love this one!

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The backs of the bridesmaids’ dresses were so elegant.

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A few details of the church.

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Andy captured this sweet moment of Laura just before the ceremony started.

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Laura and her father head down the aisle.

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The ceremony begins.

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The priest stood in the middle of the aisle through the ceremony, which provided a challenge for us…but we didn’t mind.

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First kiss as husband and wife!

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The newlyweds!

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The Hildene was the estate of President Lincoln’s son.

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Such a civilized wedding party…

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…or are they? :)

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Time for some photos of Laura + Miles…

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One of my all time favorites!

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Miles is so dashing!

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And Laura is simply gorgeous.

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They are so perfect together!

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And they are so crazy for each other!

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A few colorful details from the day….

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Time to celebrate…

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Ok, so I know this photo isn’t technically perfect…but it’s too fun to ignore.

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The first dance.

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This photo of Laura and her father melts my heart.

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Beantown was AWESOME!!

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The parting shot….

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*CLICK HERE* to watch their slideshow!!

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contest: Wedding Ring Match-Up Winner!!

Wednesday, February 3, 2010 at 6:01pm Posted in contest

Hi everyone! Last week we had our second ever contest, the Wedding Ring Match-Up, here on our photography blog.
This contest turned out to be quite different from the first. The first had more entries and everyones’ entries were correct. This one had fewer entries and only one was correct. But we were so thrilled that so many of you took time out of your lives to play with us. We enjoyed it and plan to do more contests in the future…so keep an eye out for those.

But for now…a BIG Congratulations to our very special winner (who is one of our fabulous 2010 brides!!):
We hope you enjoy your very limited edition (5 in the whole-wide world!) Daria Bishop Photographers canvas tote bag. :)

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news flash: Vermont Vows/WellWed: gown shoot

Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 10:57pm Posted in news flash

In the fall I was invited by Vermont Vows + WellWed magazines to spend part of the day at the Tunbridge World’s Fair photographing bridal gowns for the spring/summer issue.  As there were several photographers and a team of creative people who contributed to the shoot, it was so much fun to see how it came together when the issue hit the newstands recently!  It was so worth the wait.  Everyone’s work was beautiful!  If you want to see an online preview *CLICK HERE!* (The gown feature starts on page 114.)  But since this issue is really spectacular and Andy and I have oodles of work featured beyond the gowns, you’ll want to get your hands on a real copy!    
Being involved in this was a fabulous experience and tons of fun, so I thought it might be fun for you to see a few of my favorite outtakes from the day.  Here you go….

 Our model, Jemesii , was not only stunning, but sweet and lovely to work with. 

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When I met Jemesii in the morning she looked like this. I wish I could transform into a gorgeous model with some make-up!

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 Krista Washburn, editor and creative genius of Vermont Vows + WellWed magazines, does a quick touch-up on Jem’s hair.  She has an amazing eye for details!

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It was so much fun shooting with one of my bff’s Barrie Fisher.  I love the audience…along with the little budding photographer.

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How cute is this little farm girl with her sheep?  I love the Tunbridge Fair. 

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Marion with Tweed River Video was documenting the shoot for the magazine.  I’m pretty sure my interview ended up on the cutting room floor…I’m much better on the other end of a camera. But if you want video for your wedding, Marion is your gal!

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Following a gown and accesory change, Cynthea of Cynthea’s Spa  (make-up) and Sarah of Finishing Touch (hair) give Jemesii a new look.

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I thought it would be fun to give this photo an old fashioned finish.

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I’ve always wanted to photograph a bride in a bird cage veil.  I guess a model will have to suffice for now.

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Fab NY photographer Joe Elario, Krista Washburn, editor of VT Vows/WellWed, and me.

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The spectators. 

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Watching the races.

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I love the light in this one.

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This gentleman was walking through the fair, so we grabbed him for a few shots.

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TOMORROW: We’ll announce the winner of the Ring Match-up Contest!!

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contest: Wedding Ring Match-Up!!

Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at 11:58pm Posted in contest

Last week, we concluded our first contest, won by 2009-bride Sara, where readers had to match-up bridal bouquets with their respective couple! While flowers are unique, so too are the rings that couples choose to wear in celebration of their non-ending love for one another. So, since many blog and website readers claim they know our slideshows inside-and-out, we thought we’d test that statement out while creating an exciting contest–a little bit harder than the last one–while also showcasing all the beautiful rings that the couples have chosen.

So, just what are the ground rules? Below you will see a collage of 28 ring shots! By looking at past blog posts or the slideshows, you should be able to find all the rings and their owners! (Hint, to get to our slideshows and to find the chronological list of our 2009 fantastic couples, go to Our client Page. To get to our old blog posts, go here. Our new blog posts are obviously here!)

Then, create a chronological list of our 2009 bride/groom couples (i.e. Michelle & Greg was our first couple in March). We have yet to post a slideshow from our very last couple from late December, 2009–their names are Dana + Andrew–but you should be able to identify their rings!

Each ring shot in the collage has a number associated with it. Simply match that number with the proper bride/groom and send your completed list (contest entry) via email to andy@dariabishop.com. We will hold a drawing on February 1st from all correct entries received. The winner will win a wicked cool custom Daria Bishop Photographers Canvas tote (see below…)

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Couples’ Wedding Rings 2009!

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