Sean + Tess // Saddler River, NJ

What a joy to capture the wedding day of Tess and Sean. It was an incredible gathering of family and friends, who came to celebrate their eight year love story. Tess and Sean met as high school students at a summer arts camp in Interlochen, Michigan. Their journey has been encapsulated by many meaningful experiences and milestones; including music, travels abroad, career developments, and an adorable Norwich Terrier named Bandit. Congratulations, you two! Thank you for having me capture the beginning of this next chapter in your life together. I can not wait to see where you go next. 

Thank you to all the wedding contributors!

Second Photographer: Ruby Tull

Ceremony Venue: St. Gabriel the Archangel

Reception Venue: The Woman's Club of Ridgewood

Catering: The Catch-y Caterer

Entertainment/Lighting: Ultimate Entertainment (Robert Frannicola)

Flowers: Helen Snyder

Rentals: Taylor Rentals

Alcohol: Carlo Russo’s Wine and Spirit World

Cake: Sugar Flake Bakery (Westwood/River Vale location)

Rachel + John // Red Maple Vineyard

Rachel and John were married in early June at Red Maple Vineyard, an incredible venue in West Park, New York. Rustic and elegant, with stunning views of the Hudson Valley, this picturesque place holds up even in the rain, which it did plenty of on their wedding day! That is right up until the moment they had their first look.

As the sun broke through the clouds, the warm weather quickly became a reminder of everything friends and family cherish about this fantastic couple. Their kind and inviting nature, ease with one another, and ability to calm each other while making the other laugh, are things I enjoyed most about capturing their love. Congratulations, you two! I am grateful to have been a part of your day. Rain or sun ;)

Thank you to the entire wedding team!

Venue // Red Maple Vineyard

Second Photographer // Ruby Tull

Floral // Peony Design Studio

Catering // Cornerstone Catering

Band // Affiniti NYC

Bride's Gown // Designer Palmoa Blanca, from Wedding Atelier

Bride's Shoes // Nina Shoes

Hair/Makeup // Studio One

Favors // Maple Syrup by Red Maple Vineyard

Ellie + Patrick // Long Island, NY

Ellie and Patrick were married at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Shelter Rock in Manhasset, New York. Loved ones gathered two days after Christmas for a ceremony filled with heartfelt vows, followed by a celebration at Larkfield. What I loved most about this wedding day was how the couple honored aspects of their past and present which brought them together. This included not only a music filled ceremony, but shades of turquoise; a tribute to Ellie's home state of New Mexico. Also, look for the chili pepper in the bride's bouquet and on the reception tables! 

Thank you to the entire wedding team!

Second Photographer // Jamie Kraus

Floral Design // Mary Lou Pappas Flowers

Bakery // Dortoni Bakery

Transportation // Trans-Star Executive

Wedding Invitations // Carlson Craft

Wedding Dress // Arabella by Maggi Sottero

Shoes // Badgley Mischka

Hair & Makeup // Anne Ford-Coates

Men's Attire // Vera Wang

Favors // Alison Ryczek Pottery

DJ // Eclipse Entertainment - Joe Senatore

Lauren + Andrew // New York City

Every wedding I have the privilege of capturing is unique, which is one of the many reasons I love the work that I do. Lauren and Andrew were married in an intimate ceremony at St. James' Church in Manhattan, New York. A place near and dear to their heart, St. James' Church provided not only a meaningful, but stunning background for their commitment to one another. To celebrate their love, Lauren and Andrew headed to Dumbo Spot in Brooklyn to not only dance the night away but eat pizza with family and friends! What I loved most about their wedding day was that the details were focused on loved ones. I couldn't think of a better way to start a life together. Congratulations you two!

Jessica + Rob // The Crescent Beach Club

I first met Jessica and Rob when I was asked by Rob to capture his marriage proposal. The big moment occurred during a snowy morning in Fort Greene, Brooklyn with a surprise appearance by friends and fifteen french bulldogs! Since I'm sure you're now curious about the details of this adorable proposal, you should check out this article by Huffington Post Weddings which featured the event and even included two photos of mine! 

There is no denying the connection between this vibrant couple. It was an honor to photograph their wedding day, which included many personal, creative details such as a hand drawn record of their guests, and the incorporation of their parents' wedding photos. Together, these two tore up the dance floor, and created a celebration I know them, as well as friends and family will cherish forever. Many thanks to The Crescent Beach Club and second photographer Ruby Tull for seamlessly bringing all aspects of the day together. Congratulations Jessica and Rob! 

Elisa + Cliff // Avalon, NJ

Summer might have been over, but on a gorgeous day in October, Elisa and Cliff were married at the oceanfront Golden Inn Hotel in Avalon, New Jersey. Their feet in the sand, intimate ceremony was filled with loved ones who came from near and far to celebrate the couple. A joyous day at the shore!

Lisha + Caldwell // Chappaqua, NY

Lisha and Caldwell were married at a family home in stunning Chappaqua, New York. It was a perfect way to begin the Fall season, with gorgeous surroundings, and loved ones who travelled near and far to celebrate (with plenty of dancing on the tennis court). Full of personal touches, natural details, and heartfelt sentiments, it was a wonderful wedding day for all, including myself, who has known Lisha since childhood. I feel incredibly grateful to have been a part of the day, and know there is nothing but a beautiful future in store for this creative, kind couple. Congratulations!!

Thank you, as always, to the wonderful wedding team!

Second Photographer: Ruby Tull

Catering: Oliver Kita- fine catering

Flowers: Arcadia Floral

Photo Booth: We Love Photo Booths

DJ: A Perfect Blend Entertainment

Rentals: Party Rental LTD (through Oliver Kita)

Lauren + Jake // Ravenswood Event Center

Where do I begin? Lauren and Jake made so many hearts happy on their wedding day, including mine. I first met Lauren and Jake through my work at The Glimmerglass Festival, where Jake is Technical Director, and Lauren is Assistant Wardrobe Manager. If you know them, they're incredibly genuine, kind, fun-loving, dedicated individuals. Thus, it didn't surprise me that their wedding was a heartfelt celebration of everything they are and more. Congratulations, you two. Thank you for having me capture the start of your life together.

Thank you to all the wedding contributors!

Second Photographer- Jamie Kraus Photography

DJ - Allison Kinney (AK47)

Transportaton - Chicago Trolley and Double Decker Co.

Cake - Maddiebird Bakery

Florist- Ken - Flaire Design Studio

Daren + Hilton // New York City Hall

A heartfelt ceremony at City Hall, that celebrated the beauty of sharing a life together. Congratulations Daren and Hilton!

Leah & Alex // West Side Jewish Center

Being asked to document the wedding of someone you have known since you were eight years old is a very special and meaningful request. Leah contacted me this summer and I am incredibly happy I was able to photograph the start of her and Alex's life together.

I can easily sum up their wedding in three words: love, laughter, and dancing! 

A big thank you to my second photographer Cherylynn Tsushima, who joyfully danced the night away with her camera to capture some great moments.

Mazel Tov! 

Thank you to the entire wedding team!

Venue // West Side Jewish Center

Event Planner // Seema Goldstein

Catering // Alison Merel

Flowers // One of a Kind