Outdoor Elopement at Brooklyn Bridge Park and 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge

Crystal and Nick had their outdoor ceremony and reception at Brooklyn Bridge Park in New York City. We first got ready at the 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge - Crystal looked SO STYLISH in her wedding pantsuit (obsessed!) and Nick looking spiffy in his dark suit- the two looked great for our editorial-like photo shoot before the ceremony! :D The backdrop for the ceremony was perfect and they had a lovely intimate and sweet ceremony. With a handful of close friends and family, (and a webcam streaming to more friends and family) they exchanged their vows and rings (rings that they welded themselves…!) right in front of the view of the Brooklyn Bridge and NYC Skyline. Afterward, they had a lovely outdoor picnic and enjoyed their time together. It was such a sweet day and Crystal and Nick were amazing to work with! So glad I get to be a new york city wedding photographer capturing these beautiful and heartfelt memories. Here are some highlights from the day:

Windy Rooftop Photoshoot and a Sweet Elopement in NYC

Rizalene and Nico got married at New York City Hall. Before their ceremony, they got ready at the William Vale Hotel in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. We headed up to the rooftop of the hotel and boy was it was WINDY!!! So windy that at some points, Rizalene’s hair would be blown straight up! It was so fun though and we love the rawness of what we captured! Next we headed over to Manhattan to Cityhall and had their ceremony with close family. We then ended the elopement back in Brooklyn and got some awesome shots at Domino Park.

An Intimate and Sweet Pandemic Elopement at Brooklyn Bridge Park - Connie & Joonbo

Connie and Joonbo initially envisioned their wedding taking place in California. However, the onset of the Covid pandemic necessitated a change of plans. Entranced by the allure of New York City, and already residing there, they opted to elope amidst its captivating backdrop rather than postponing their nuptials indefinitely—an understandable decision given the uncertain trajectory of the pandemic.

In July, when Connie approached me, the uncertainty persisted. The operational status of the NYC Marriage Clerk remained ambiguous, casting doubt on their ability to secure a marriage license. Fortunately, luck was on their side as they managed to secure an appointment and obtain the necessary documentation to proceed with their union.

Selecting a picturesque spot in Brooklyn Bridge Park, Dumbo, overlooking the iconic New York City skyline, Jane's Carousel, and the majestic Brooklyn Bridge, they exchanged vows in an intimate ceremony officiated by their pastor. With only a handful of close friends and Connie's parents in attendance, they ingeniously utilized technology, including iPhones and Zoom, to involve loved ones from afar.

Their celebration was a testament to creativity and resourcefulness. Friends contributed to a homemade cupcake tower, while they indulged in slices from the renowned Juliana's Pizza—a personal favorite. The clinking of champagne glasses marked the beginning of their sweet reception, held right there in the park, a fitting conclusion to their joyous occasion.

Connie and Joonbo radiated happiness, their smiles lighting up the park as they embarked on this new chapter amidst the chaos of the year. It was an honor to witness their love and be a part of their unforgettable day on a sunny day, overlooking the gorgeous New York City skyline in Brooklyn!

Brooklyn City Hall Elopement and Brooklyn Bridge Park Portraits with Margaret & George

Margaret and George invited their close family to witness their intimate ceremony at the Brooklyn City Hall in New York City. Margaret’s grandfather who is 102 (!!) flew all the way to New York City from Texas to come and see his granddaughter be married! It was such a sweet ceremony and we were able to capture such memorable moments and also beautiful family portraits right after. After the ceremony, we went to Brooklyn Bridge Park because Margaret and George live there and wanted to capture some of their portraits in their local neighborhood. It was such an amazing time photographing in the area, getting photos in front of Jane’s Carousel and the beautiful Skyline of New York City!