A Fun Elopement Day at New York City Hall and A Reception at Il Buco

Mitch and Anna wanted to have a chill but fun-filled day with friends and family! We first began the day at NY City Hall for their appointment for their intimate ceremony. Anna’s dad walked her to the building (so cute!) and let her enter the building with Mitch and I. (Due to the covid pandemic protocols, they could still only have 1 guest enter with them, which was me). After their adorable ceremony, we met up with their family outside City Hall to get some group photographs. Then we all headed to Washington Square Park and grabbed some fun group shots there as well. Afterward, we headed back to the Roxy Hotel to freshen up. Anna changed into her second wedding dress and she looked so beautiful!! We then headed over to Il Buco and celebrated together! It was such an awesome and memorable day!! Here are some of my favorite moments of the day:

Beautiful Central Park Family Portraits Session

Now that I’m a mom, I truly understand the necessity of a family session. When you’re in the midst of a new baby, life can get SO busy and SO overwhelming and time just kind of flies by… and before you know it, your didn’t get any photos! So to schedule at least one session in the first year is so clutch. I am thankful I had some good friends convince me to do it and I was able to capture some of my little one… and now I am even more fulfilled wen I get to shoot sessions for my wonderful couples. I photographed Marie and Matt’s wedding a couple years ago and was so excited for them to be expecting and then even more excited to be able to capture their little family in their neighborhood!!

Beautiful and Elegant New York City Elopement in Central Park

Jerry and Emily's love story unfolded against the iconic backdrop of Central Park, marking the beginning of their beautiful and elegant New York City elopement. As a seasoned wedding and elopement photographer, I had the privilege of capturing every moment of their special day amidst the timeless allure of the city that never sleeps.

Theirs was an intimate ceremony, held in the shadow of the majestic Bethesda Fountain, surrounded by the verdant beauty of Central Park. With only a select few family members in attendance, they exchanged vows that echoed through the tranquil oasis, each word a testament to their enduring love and commitment.

Prior to their ceremony, Jerry and Emily prepared for their momentous occasion at the luxurious 1 Hotel, where the serene ambiance of Central Park provided the perfect backdrop for their prelude to matrimony. As they made their way through the park, anticipation and excitement filled the air, their steps guided by the promise of a lifetime of happiness together.

With my lens poised to capture every cherished moment, Jerry and Emily embarked on a journey that would forever bind their hearts as one. Against the backdrop of New York City's skyline, they exchanged vows that resonated with sincerity and devotion, their love a beacon of hope amidst the bustling energy of the metropolis.

Their elopement was not merely a celebration of their union, but a tribute to the enduring romance of Central Park and the indomitable spirit of New York City. Through my lens, I had the honor of immortalizing their love story, a timeless tale of two souls finding solace and joy in each other's embrace amidst the urban landscape.

Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Art Engagement Session in New York City

Linda and Daniel recently moved to NYC and wanted to immortalize their time here by getting married in NYC!  So when we talked about where to do their engagement session, Linda definitely wanted to incorporate the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Central Park! It was great to get some gorgeous shots inside the room of The Temple of Dendur at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. It’s such an iconic new york city spot and a place that had beautiful lighting.  I think the highlight for me on this shoot was meeting the bubble man and having him teach us how to make HUGE bubbles in Central Park!!  It was also really cool to have him create a huge heart bubble to encompass both Linda and Daniel!! Such a cool experience!  I’m glad they chose me to be their new york city wedding photographer! I am also shooting their gorgeous wedding next fall!