Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Portrait & Wedding Photography Studio in Syracuse, NY
Founded in 2010 by Colleen and Greg, Solas Studios is a Syracuse-based photography studio specializing in portrait and wedding photography. Our clean, colorful, true-to-life style captures the essence of your personality and special moments. With over 14 years of experience in wedding photography and a passion for creating personalized experiences, we travel throughout Upstate New York to serve clients in the Finger Lakes, Adirondacks, and Thousand Islands regions. Inspired by our Irish heritage, the name 'Solas' (meaning 'light' in Irish-Gaelic) reflects our dedication to mastering the art of light in photography.Our team combines Colleen's expertise in children's and senior portraits with Greg's landscape photography background, offering a unique dual perspective. We prioritize client comfort and collaboration, ensuring every session feels fun and natural. Our beloved feline director, Smeagl, oversees operations to maintain our high standards. We focus on delivering timeless images that celebrate life's milestones with authenticity and creativity.
Services
Engagement photography
Family portraits
Senior portraits
Wedding photography
Children's portraits
Location shoots
Photo albums
Portrait editing
Event coverage
Print services
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 14+ years of specialized wedding photography experience.
- Our dual-photographer team captures complementary perspectives seamlessly.
- We travel to iconic Upstate NY locations like the Adirondacks and Finger Lakes.
- Our true-to-life editing style preserves authentic moments and emotions.
- Client-centric approach prioritizes personalized planning and comfort.
What people say
Best photographers available
Amazing work quality
Highly recommend
Professional and flexible
Stunning timeless images
Services
Wedding photography
Our comprehensive wedding photography service captures every milestone from preparations to reception. With dual photographers, we document ceremonies and candid moments simultaneously while ensuring artistic detail shots. Clients receive high-resolution images and curated albums that preserve their unique love story through our clean, vibrant editing style.
Engagement photography
Adventure-themed engagement sessions create romantic narratives in scenic locations. We guide couples through relaxed, interactive shoots that highlight their personalities, providing images perfect for save-the-date cards and personal keepsakes while building comfort for wedding day photography.
Family portraits
Custom family portrait sessions accommodate multi-generational groups and special needs. We coordinate logistics for large gatherings, using natural light and environmental elements to create cohesive, joyful images that reflect family dynamics across various Upstate New York backdrops.
Senior portraits
Personalized senior portrait sessions combine traditional and lifestyle photography. We work with graduates to incorporate meaningful locations and activities, delivering vibrant images that celebrate academic achievements while maintaining authentic self-expression through our signature colorful aesthetic.
Portrait editing
Professional post-processing services refine images while preserving natural appearances. Our editing emphasizes color accuracy and emotional impact, with options for black-and-white conversions and subtle retouching that maintains individuality without over-manipulation of final photographs.
People
Colleen
Photographer
Specializing in children's portraits and senior photography, Colleen combines technical expertise with natural client rapport. Her warm approach creates comfortable sessions, while her eye for detail ensures timeless images that capture subjects' authentic personalities through vibrant, storytelling compositions.
Greg
Photographer
Landscape photography expert Greg brings environmental awareness to every shoot. His technical mastery of light and composition complements Colleen's portrait skills, creating balanced dual coverage. He specializes in capturing candid moments and scenic backdrops that enhance narrative storytelling through visually striking imagery.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We specialize in wedding, engagement, family, and senior portrait photography with optional album creation and print services.
Do you travel for photography sessions?
Yes, we serve all Upstate New York including Finger Lakes, Adirondacks, and Thousand Islands regions.
What's included in wedding packages?
Packages include dual photographers, full-day coverage, online gallery access, and high-resolution image delivery with optional albums.
How do you handle bad weather?
We adapt creatively to conditions - rain adds dramatic elements while indoor venues maintain vibrant results through professional lighting techniques.
Can we request specific photo styles?
Absolutely. We blend clean, colorful true-to-life images with artistic compositions while honoring your preferred aesthetic during planning consultations.
Do you have a studio space?
We primarily work on-location to create personalized environments, though we can arrange studio-style shoots at suitable venues when needed.
