Vibrant and Fun Wedding at Rule of Thirds in Brooklyn, NY

I recently had the pleasure of capturing a truly breathtaking wedding at an amazing venue called the Rule of Thirds, located in the vibrant city of Brooklyn, New York. This wedding was filled with gorgeous moments, sweetness, and heaps of fun!

To kickstart the wedding day, the lovely couple got ready at the Coda Hotel, which provided a cozy and comfortable environment. As a photographer, being able to document those special behind-the-scenes moments was an absolute delight. There's something truly magical about capturing the excitement and anticipation as the bride and groom prepare for their big day.

As we ventured out into the vibrant neighborhood of Williamsburg, the photo session became even more enjoyable. The couple radiated happiness and their love for each other was simply contagious. Exploring the streets of Williamsburg provided a fantastic backdrop for the photos, adding an edgy and unique vibe to the shoot. But let's not forget about the highlight of the day: the wedding itself at the Rule of Thirds. Not only was the venue stunning, but the food was equally amazing. The combination of delectable dishes and a vibrant atmosphere created an unforgettable experience for all the guests.

The wedding had a classic and classy feel, but what truly made it stand out was the fun and excitement that filled the air. From the heartfelt speeches to the energetic dancing, it was clear that everyone was having a fantastic time, creating memories that would last a lifetime.

As a photographer, it was a privilege to capture all these beautiful moments and emotions. My goal was to document not only the wedding itself but also the vibrant and lively personalities of the couple and their guests. It's always an honor to be able to freeze these precious moments in time and create a visual story that reflects the love, excitement, and joy of the day.

All in all, this wedding was a perfect blend of elegance, vibrancy, and pure excitement. It was a truly unique and fun celebration of love, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have been a part of it.

Vendors:

Photographer: Cynthia Chung | www.cynthiachungweddings.com | @cynthiachung

Day of Coordinator Lily Chiu |  https://www.sweetvenia.com/services | @sweetvenia_designs

Hair and Makeup by Jen | @makeupandhairbyjen

Venue: Rule of Thirds Brooklyn | https://www.thirdsbk.com | @thirdsbk

Hotel: Coda Williamsburg | https://www.codahotels.com

Florals : The couple! | @blendalalas

Cake: Cakes By Michelle

DJ: Rob Kelley | @74events

A beautiful rustic Wedding at Terrain in Glen Mills, PA

HY & DJ had their gorgeous garden wedding at Terrain in Glen Mills, PA. It was SUCH a beautiful location! It is a garden decor plant shop slash cafe restaurant and is SUCH a wonderful place to visit and an even better place to host a wedding! The space is lined with luscious plants and flowers and has the ultimate rustic vibe. I loved the place so much, I went back on my own time to visit and enjoy the cafe! All of the food is locally sourced and SO fresh! The bride really went above and beyond and planned such an intimate and thoughtful event for their close friends and family. They had a beautiful outdoor ceremony under the iconic Terrain white temple then a cozy intimate reception. The whole space was a vibe. The reception space was filled with hanging exposed light bulbs, minimalistic florals, and wood. After the reception, they had a bonfire going right outside with picnic tables, board games, and outdoor games. It was such a fun day! Here are some highlights:

Vendors + Information:

Venue: Terrain by Anthropologie in Glen Mills, PA
Photographer: Cynthia Chung Weddings
Wedding Dress: BHLDN Samaire
Bride’s Shoes: Ted Baker
Groom’s Suit & Shoes: Ziozia
Wedding Rings: Jangmi
Wedding Floral Design: Cottage Flowers Design
Hair & Make Up: Ane Beauty
Wedding Music: Schaffer Sound Productions
Wedding Cake: Frosted Fox Cake Shop

A Sweet Elopement at Fort Tryon Park Amidst the Corona Virus Pandemic

The corona virus pandemic took NYC by storm. By mid march, everything was shut down- restaurants, bars, companies were all working remote and all services were all on halt- including all nyc wedding photographers and the New York City Hall Wedding Bureau!! Everything just froze in time… and it seemed that no one would be getting married in nyc anytime soon. It was a time of so much uncertainty. But we overcame!!! NYC took precautions, played it safe and we started to flatten the curve! By late June, we were already in Phase 2 of re-opening- which meant: NYC weddings + photography were allowed to happen!!! (IN SMALL GROUPS while practicing social distancing and mask-wearing! :D) …. And I got SO lucky to meet Minji & Don! They wanted to have their intimate ceremony at Fort Tryon Park on the Upper West Side of New York City. It was going to be a small little group and they would have a camera set up to broadcast to more friends & family via zoom. It was a SUPER sweet ceremony. Beautiful music (played off a speaker by a close friend) and some heart warming speeches to their parents. I loved the way Don looked so lovingly at Minji at all moments of the ceremony and I loved that I was able to capture this sweet, sweet moment in time!! I am so thankful to have been part of this celebration- it was more of a blessing to myself more than I think even Minji & Don realized! I was separated from my craft— my passion—my joy and source of creativity for months without any real hope or idea of what would happen next— so be able to photograph this wedding brought me BACK TO LIFE!!! I am so thankful for the opportunity to continue to do what I love in this great city. I know we’re not through this pandemic yet— but I am thankful that with proper care and guidelines we can have these moments again.

And with that… I will share with you guys some of my favorite shots from their session!

New York City Soho Elopement and Dinner at La Mercerie Restaurant