David Apuzzo, Photography

06/16/2025

I know I've been MIA from my photography social media, and honestly, my photography in general for 8+ months now. It's insane to think that about time.

Honestly, I lost steam since I lost my Dad in November. I immediately lost almost all motivation in my work.

There was already uncertainty on what 2025 might lead to with my photography because I already had a slow schedule on the books coming into 2025. I am a believer of everything happening for a reason.

I just couldn't imagine my Dad passing would be the reason. I needed a break.

A little over a year ago, my Dad retired after 55 years as a butcher. My Dad ran Orange Street Market in New Haven for 40+ years before selling the business and it becoming P&M Orange Street Market. My Dad continued to be the butcher there until his retirement in May 2024.

My Dad worked 55 years in the same building, in the same meat department. The building my grandfather started the business. Where my Dad took over. Where myself and my family worked growing up.

With today being Father's Day, I still don't know if I'm ready to share this, but here it goes.

I photographed my Dad in his final days of work. This is a small collection of images I captured.

⭐️ Full gallery at https://apuzzostills.com/collections/photos/my-dad-the-butcher/

I took photos of his daily routine. Cutting meat, making phone calls, interacting with staff and customers, and even making out an egg order.

It brought back so many memories from when I used to work there as a kid, and it was something really special. I don't know why it took me so long to do this, or the moment I decided to take these photos, but I'm so happy I did.

I was (and still am) extremely unsure about when I would release these images to the public. Maybe now is the time.

My Dad loved people. Especially the customers. That's a big reason he stayed when he sold the business. He's the most selfless person I've ever known.

There's so much to say about my Dad. I miss him so much every day. We did so much together and I'm extremely grateful for every minute of it. I have so many great stories and memories with him that I think about daily. He was and still is my very best friend.

I love you Dad. Happy Father's Day. ❤

06/09/2025

Happy Sunday Everyone!!

It's been a while. I've been a little MIA lately for personal reasons (which I'll talk about in time) - I'm still trying to formulate my thoughts.

In the meantime, what have I been up to? Well, I restarted up my YouTube channel and also co-host a nostalgia-based podcast.

Yes, of course I am still doing photography, but I did take a break from posting on social media. But yes, I am 100% still working and booking weddings, movies, and other shoots.

This all being said, I'd love to share the YouTube with you all. The channel is now known as "Dave, it's me."

http://youtube.com/

The channel will have all aspects of who I am, what I do, and all my intetests. From photography, to toy hunting, nostalgia based videos, and even family life...

I would really love if you can check the channel out. Here's a video that I released today. It's a little toy hunting video I made on the way to Chicago with friends. We recently traveled there to attend the big Chicago Toy Show. Let me know also what you think.

✅️ You can also subscribe to the channel - it'sFREE and helps the channel grow. I'm trying to put out weekly videos. I really appreciate all your continued support. 🙌🏻

I'll be sharing another update soon thar explains a bit more. But wanted to throw this post out there if anyone would be interested.

Thank you again!!
- David

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https://youtu.be/nLxYDr3T_TI

After a long night of driving and sleeping in the car, we finally make it to Ohio.The road to the CHICAGO TOY SHOW continues...Next stop, Kane County. But on...

01/13/2025

⚡️Here's something exciting to start off 2025. is now available on VHS (in limited quantity) from .
DVD's and Blu-Ray are extremely cool physical media, but it doesn't get more nostalgic to have a VHS copy of a movie I worked on and have the honor to supply the photography assets that helped create the poster & cover art as the on-set stills & gallery photographer on.
So cool. Go grab a copy. 🩸
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09/12/2024

Some portraits with while in the studio with .
I had the incredible honor getting to photograph all the guys as they recorded their new album at Tarquin Studio.
Follow them & listen to their records. They're a really incredible band and super great guys. I had a blast getting to work with them.⚡️
Portraits photographed with .
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09/03/2024

Congratulations to Hadiya & Khalif!! 💍
Full disclosure: In a year where I'm a bit on the lighter side of weddings, I'm hitting my busy season. I'm currently getting caught up on post-production for weddings, and even though I haven't been as much active on social media, I'm still here. 🙋🏻‍♂️
I'm also now booking into 2025. If you or someone you know is getting married, reach out, let's chat. Would love to meet you.
I'll try to be better with social media as I'm very excited about photos I've been making. There's so many from 2024, I just needed a big social media break.
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08/14/2024

Finding the light with Samantha & Justin on their Wedding Day!! ⛪️💐💍
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08/13/2024

NYC Rooftops with .
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08/02/2024

I recently got together with Amy Hargreaves in NYC (July 2024) to do a collaboration shoot. We shot a few looks on film & digital. It's always such a pleasure and honor getting to create with Amy.
I've been extremely fortunate to have worked with Amy on 2 films prior, and the energy she brings is incredibly inspiring.
We shot these images in NYC. I wanted to bring out all the fun and positive energy Amy exudes. The choice of making them in black and white is to give them a classic NYC actor feel. Images that will stand the test of time - a freeze frame giving motion into Amy's real life character.
There's more images from this shoot in the works, including some film that's currently being processed. More of Amy's collection soon.⚡️
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08/01/2024

Hello Everyone!

My very good friends Emily Keefe & Jean-Luc McMurtry are making a movie!!

It's called "Microfocusing," and is a short narrative film that delves into the invisible struggles of caregiver burnout born from the unique challenges of supporting a close family member with mental illness.

I normally don't ask for anything, but if you might consider donating even a few dollars to my friends to make their movie happen, I'd really greatly appreciate it.

By supporting this film, you're bringing awareness to the broader caregiver burnout crisis affecting countless individuals worldwide while also supporting the filmmakers and all who will help make this movie.

You can donate any amount you like. I really urge you to check out the website, read the information, and watch the short launch video.

Thanks so much!!

Our project is fiscally sponsored by Satellite Collective, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All donations are TAX-DEDUCTIBLE to the extent of the law.Matching Gran...

08/01/2024

I recently made the trip to work with on another shoot. Like our previous shoot day in 2023, we shot a few styles.
And because Olivia has her very own school bus, we decided to include it for some 1970's inspired photos.
I wanted to keep it authentic to the time period, so we shot with a medium format camera and color-graded with film tones and scratches.
This is the first of a series of images. I'm currently working on the full collection, which I'll release soon[ish]. ✌🏻😎
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