Susan Blackburn of Blackburn Portrait Design is an award winning Photographer specializing in Wedding Photography, Senior Portrait Photography and Commercial Photography serving clients in Saratoga Springs in Upstate NY.
To find out more about her, read her Bio. Be sure to visit our Blackburn Portrait Design on YouTube channel as well.
September Wedding Photos at the Mansion Saratoga | Kirby + Raul
Elegant September Wedding Photos at The Mansion Saratoga Last month I had the pleasure of photographing a really beautiful September Wedding at the...
Gables and Gardens Rustic Wedding Photos | Catherine + Connor
A Gables and Gardens Rustic Wedding in Granville I recently was so lucky to be able to photograph a lovely rustic Wedding up in Granville NY at...
Lake George Steamboat Wedding | Sara + Hunter
A Perfect Day On Lake George Sara and Hunter got married this past Summer on Lake George. It was one of those days on the Lake that was just...
Prime Location | Saratoga Springs Wedding Venues
Saratoga Springs has some of the most unique wedding venues in the country--but perhaps I am biased as I live here. Not only is Saratoga Springs a...
Wedding Photos at Pruyn House Albany | Erin + Brad
Last month I had the amazing opportunity to photograph Erin and Brad's Wedding at the Historic Pruyn House in Albany. To say it was lovely was...
Rustically Speaking | Tips for Rustic Wedding Planning
Tips for Rustic Wedding Planning: I love photographing weddings because I get to see a wide variety of trends. A huge trend in weddings lately is...
In Stock–Why You Shouldn’t Use Stock Photography
People are visual and photos help sell. This has been true since the Dawn of Advertising. It is especially important in today's digital...
At Home | Six Things You Need to Know About Planning a Home Wedding
Is Planning a Home Wedding Right For You? Lately I have been lucky to photograph some weddings for my couples at their homes. During the Pandemic,...
Three Pro Tips for Your Class of 2024 Senior Portrait Session
Class of 2024--The Countdown to Graduation is on! One of the fun things about Senior Year is your Senior Portrait Session. It is a chance to create...
Planning for Picture Perfect Wedding Photos | Saratoga Springs, NY
Picture Perfect Wedding Photos: One of the questions I get asked the most by my wedding clients is "How do we make sure we get the best possible...
Do You Need a Second Shooter at a Wedding?
Second Shooter at a Wedding--Do You Really Need One? As a Wedding Photographer, a question I often get asked is "Do you need a Second Shooter at a...
Headshots vs. Branding Photos for Business
Branding Photos for Business--Do you need them? Headshots vs. Personal Branding. Which do you need? Or do you really need both? Let's look at some...
Saratoga Mansion Inn Wedding Photos | Heather + Jason
A Wedding at the Saratoga Mansion Inn is always special. Heather and Jason recently held their Wedding at the Saratoga Mansion Inn on a gorgeous May...
Senior Portraits Saratoga | It’s All About Location
August and the start of school mean one thing--Senior Portraits! Location can really enhance the mood of a portrait. The right location has a huge...
Family Portraits That Last | Saratoga Photographers
I create Family Heirlooms. As Photographers in Saratoga NY, I am in the business of creating Family Portraits that last. One of my main motivators...
Outstanding Outdoor Location Ideas for Senior Portraits
Location Ideas for Senior Portraits Most of my Senior Portrait Clients are looking for something a little different from the "typical" Senior...
Well Groomed–A Groom’s Guide to Grooming | Saratoga Photographer
Many times at weddings, the Groom is left to feel like a bit of an after thought--an accessory, like Ken is to Barbie. Let's face it--most guys did...
Planning For Great Wedding Photos | Managing Client Expectations
How Do You Get Great Wedding Photos? Wedding Day Timelines, Shot Lists, Pinterest Boards and Managing Expectations Planning for great Wedding Photos...
Bridgerton Themed Wedding | The Mansion Saratoga
What is more romantic than a Bridgerton themed wedding? If you have not heard of the TV show Bridgerton, you have been living under a rock. LOL. I...
The Best Headshot Attire for Women
What Is The Best Headshot Attire For Women? We know that Headshots and your online presence are more important than ever. We want all of our...



















