Behind the Lens

Welcome—and thank you for taking the time to visit my site.

Photography has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I always had a camera in my hand. That early exposure eventually led me to Franklin Pierce University, where I graduated in 2017 with a concentration in Media Production.

After college, I took a leap and launched my first business, Sunflower Photography, a project that blended my two biggest passions: music and visual storytelling. That path opened doors I could only dream of at the time—working behind the scenes at a major music festival, collaborating with talented musicians, and capturing the energy of live performances from up close.

With time, my lens naturally shifted toward something more intimate: the small, meaningful moments that unfold during weddings, family portraits, and personal milestones. A stolen glance. The quiet laughter nobody else notices. The emotion behind a simple gesture. That shift felt deeply personal and aligned with who I am, so I rebranded to Pat Delaney Photography, placing my name—and my genuine connection to people—at the forefront of every project.

Since photographing my first wedding in 2018, I've had the honor of capturing a wide range of stories, from backyard ceremonies to large-scale celebrations, and even events involving well-known celebrities. No matter the scale, my approach remains the same: be present, build trust, and preserve the day in a way that feels honest and true to the people living it.

Outside of photography, my life is grounded in creativity, nature, and community. In 2024, I founded a small organic farm in Connecticut, where I grow produce and care for goats and chickens. I also run Ajna Sound Healing, a practice I started in 2019 after discovering the profound healing power of sound through crystal bowls, flutes, gongs, and voice. Nature plays a huge role in all of this—whether I’m hiking through New England forests, playing music outdoors, or spending quiet time with the animals on my farm.

These passions aren’t separate from my photography—they shape it. They help me stay grounded, patient, observant, and connected to the people I work with. They remind me that every person, every relationship, every celebration has its own rhythm and authenticity.

Ultimately, my photography is about more than creating beautiful images. It’s about forming genuine connections, honoring the moments that matter, and helping people tell their stories in a way that feels deeply personal.

I look forward to learning about your story—and I would be honored to help you capture it.