Candidly Kierra Productions

05/04/2026

The Dellinas ❤️ 04.25.26
Describe your perfect date.
That’s a tough one. I’d have to say April 25th. Because it’s not too hot and not too cold. All you need is a light jacket.
Iykyk 😉

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03/19/2026

How much should you really budget for wedding videography in 2026? 🎥

I’m breaking down real pricing, what’s worth it (and what’s not), plus what couples actually regret. If you’re on the fence about video, this one’s for you.

Read more here!

How much does a wedding videographer cost in 2026? From $1,200 to $8,000+, this guide breaks down real pricing, packages, and what couples say is actually worth it.

03/07/2026

Planning a wedding in Buffalo? 💍

I put together my 2026 guide to the best wedding venues in Buffalo, NY after filming weddings all across Western New York, with your top 8 and TWO bonus venues on the outskirts of Buffalo!

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
The Terrace at Delaware Park
The Powerhouse at Buffalo Color Park
The Buffalo History Museum
Seneca One
Resurgence Brewing Company
Kloc's Grove
The Tewksbury Lodge
The Timberlodge & The Sterling at Arrowhead Golf Club
The Legacy on 18 Mile Creek

From romantic garden venues to industrial spaces and waterfront views, this list highlights the venues couples are loving right now.

If you're newly engaged and starting venue tours, this guide is a great place to start!

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Planning a Buffalo wedding in 2026? From romantic garden venues to historic museums and modern city spaces, here are the top Buffalo wedding venues couples are loving right now.

03/05/2026

What’s actually in my camera bag in 2026? 👀

After five years of filming weddings in barns, ballrooms, and candlelit churches, I’ve refined my kit down to three lenses I trust with everything.

No fluff. No “just in case” glass. Just the lenses that consistently deliver sharp, cinematic, emotionally rich wedding films.

If you’re a Sony shooter (or building your wedding filmmaking kit), this updated blog breaks down why these are the only three lenses I carry — and how each one serves a specific purpose on a wedding day.

Read the full post here: https://www.candidlykierraproductions.com/post/what-s-in-my-bag-in-2026-the-3-sony-lenses-i-actually-use-at-every-wedding

Let me know in the comments — what lens never leaves your bag? 🎥💛

After five years of filming weddings, I’ve refined my kit down to three lenses I trust completely. In this 2026 update, I’m sharing what’s actually in my bag: the Sony 24-70 GM II, 35mm GM, and 70-200 GM II — plus why these lenses consistently deliver cinematic wedding films in every lightin...

01/18/2026

A warm October day. A barn filled with love. A bride surrounded by generations of family.

Nakiesha & Logan’s wedding at CHQ Barn was the kind of day that reminds you why love stories matter 🤍 From tear-filled first looks to the most perfect of golden hours — every moment felt intentional, joyful, and deeply rooted in family.

Their full wedding recap is now live, and it’s one I loved reliving 🥹

📖 Read the blog here: https://www.candidlykierraproductions.com/post/a-wedding-at-chq-barn

Venu: CHQ Barn
Videographer: Candidly Kierra Productions
Photographer: Rowen + Eden Photography
DJ: Pitch Black DJ
Cake: Fifth Avenue Cake Design
Catering: Cali's West Catering

Nakiesha and Logan’s October wedding at CHQ Barn in Mayville, NY was a heartfelt celebration of family, faith, and joy—from emotional first looks and meaningful vows to golden hour in the fields and a reception full of laughter and unforgettable moments.

01/15/2026

Some wedding days stay with you — not because of how beautiful they are (though this one absolutely was), but because of how deeply felt they are. 💛

Sarah & Tyler’s wedding at Timberlodge at Arrowhead Golf Club was filled with laughter, wisdom, tears, and the kind of love that’s built on friendship, forgiveness, and choosing each other every day. From vows that echoed six years of partnership to speeches that perfectly captured who they are as individuals and as a team, this day was unforgettable in every way.

This blog post is more than a recap — it’s a love letter to their story, their people, and the beginning of forever. ✨

Venue: The Timberlodge & The Sterling at Arrowhead Golf Club
Videographer: Candidly Kierra Productions
Photographer: Nicole Gatto Photography
Dress: Dalia's Bridal
Hair: Bri at Capelli lounge

👉 Read & relive their day here:

Set against the rustic beauty of Timberlodge at Arrowhead Golf Club, Sarah and Tyler’s wedding day was a heartfelt celebration of love, laughter, and six years of choosing one another. From emotional vows to unforgettable toasts and joyful dancing, every moment reflected the deep connection they s...

01/15/2026

There are wedding days you enjoy — and then there are wedding days that stay with you. 🤍

Carlee & Jared’s mid-September wedding at The Lake House on Canandaigua was one of those days. From emotional vows by the water to laughter-filled toasts and a celebration that went late into the night, every moment was filled with so much love and joy.

This blog post is a love letter to their story, their families, and a venue that couldn’t have been more perfect. I’m so excited to finally share it — and so grateful to have been part of such a meaningful day.

Venue: The Lake House on Canandaigua
Photographer: Ali Reed Photography
Content Creator: Rachel Says I Do
Coordinator: Jojo's Events and Coordination
Live Painter: Corinne Yancone
Band: Shine
Florals: Pistil & Pollen
Cake: Disco Sugar
Art and Stationary: Ivory Isle Designs
Makeup: Jess Boddery, MUA

✨ Read the full blog here:

Carlee and Jared’s wedding at The Lake House on Canandaigua was a heartfelt celebration filled with laughter, emotion, and unforgettable moments. Set against the beauty of Canandaigua Lake, their September wedding day honored deep family bonds, lifelong friendships, and a love built on adventure, ...

12/21/2025

I’m not normally one to jump on trends buuuuuut, when it involves numbers and fun stats, I’m a total sucker. The nerd in me jumps for joy.

I’m wrapping up my 5th season, it has been the one that has tugged on my heart strings the most. Every client this year was an absolute dream to work with, and I’d do it all over again in a heart beat. Some new clients, some referrals, all much anticipated wedding days. I cannot thank everyone enough for entrusting me to be there to capture the most authentic version of their wedding day. I still get butterflies in my stomach the morning of, and the time flies when I am on location. A million thank you’s simply are not enough.

Cheers everyone, to a wonderful 2025 wedding season.🥂

12/10/2025

Tyler’s lesson on perspective is all you need to know when your soul craves to see the good in this world. Is it oil and water? Or lemonade and iced tea?

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12/05/2025

💍✨ Love, laughter, and a lifetime of promises. This September, Christina and Nick said “I do” at Ravenwood Golf Club — surrounded by childhood friends, family, and years of memories. Scroll to read their story, feel the emotion, and relive one of the most beautiful days ever. ❤️

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Venue: Ravenwood Golf Club
Videographer: Candidly Kierra Productions
Photographer: Natalia Denz Photography
DJ: Encore Events
Florals: Bloomers Floral & Gift
Dress: Lovely Bride Rochester NY Lovely Bride

From block-party memories and nursing-school late-nights to sunlit vows on a golf-course lawn, Christina and Nick’s Ravenwood wedding was a beautiful celebration of love, growth, and the promise of forever.