TriBeCa Rooftop Wedding : Hillary & Ryan : New York, NY
A Summer Wedding at TriBeCa Rooftop in New York, NY
Hillary & Ryan were married on a bright summer afternoon surrounded by the awe inspiring skyline of lower Manhattan. The daughter of a dance studio owner, Hillary married a Broadway dancer and this set the stage (literally lol) for one of the most spirited dance floors I've photographed!
After getting ready at the Soho Grande Hotel, these two had a first look on the roof at the venue before their ceremony. The wedding was decorated spectacularly by Fern Botanica adorning every square inch with their amazing floral design. The deconstructed arch was super cool and added a modern nudge to the typical ceremony setup.
A common thread throughout the day was the close father/daughter relationship between Hillary and her dad. Just another element that made this event a joy to photograph. I remember the time just flying by. My job is especially fulfilling when you have the opportunity to capture so many organic moments and that was definitely the sense I had that day.
Photography: Brian Hatton
Venue: TriBeCa Rooftop
Cake: Audrey's Fine Baked Goods
Florist: Fern Botanica
Hair: Rachel McCants
Makeup: Steve Schepis
Officiant: Ramone Owens
Lighting: A/V Workshop
Band: Cafe Wha
Wedding Gown: Morilee
Rings: Susie B Jewelry
Groom's Attire: Suit Supply
Coindre Hall Wedding : Sandy & Anthony : Huntington, NY
A Wedding at Coindre Hall in Huntington, NY
Sandy & Anthony were married on a warm summer’s day at Chateau at Coindre Hall, a grand property nestled in the woods on Long Island’s Huntington Bay. As you turn onto the grounds you’re presented with numerous mature trees with one particularly stately specimen that is just calling out for a wedding ceremony. I love how the French inspired chateau comes seemingly out of nowhere with its impressive facade - beautifully front lit in the afternoon sun.
The couple began the afternoon with a traditional tea ceremony with cherished family before changing into their Western wedding day attire. I was particularly impressed with their ability to look cool and collected on a day that was pushing 100 degrees! They enjoyed a first look in the central courtyard and we knocked out some portraits so that they could enjoy the rest of the day with their guests. The sun was doing interesting things throughout the ceremony which highlighted important family members and the bride at key moments. I love when you get these chance opportunities to add a different dimension to the coverage.
Restaurant Daniel Wedding : JoAnn and Tim : New York City
JoAnn and Tim were married on July 22nd, with a ceremony at Christ Church and a reception at Daniel.
JoAnn and Tim got ready at Le Parker Meridien on 56th Street in Manhattan. They had a beautiful room overlooking Central Park, which was only 3 blocks away. That made it for us to have a first look in the hotel and then walk over to the park for some portraits.
The wedding itself was in the morning, and while it was an early start to the day, I fully enjoyed the chance to get out around Central Park in the early hours. The park was almost completely empty, which was such a luxury. It was so much easier to choose spots for pictures without having to work around a crowd.
The ceremony was held in the chapel at Christ Church, which is one of the few United Methodist churches in NYC. The sanctuary here was beautiful, with rich hues echoing some of the more ornate Greek Orthodox churches in New York. Add to that the flowers and ceremony décor provided by Designs by Ahn, and it was simply stunning. The flowers perfectly complemented the clean, airy, classic feeling of the day.
I really enjoyed the intimacy of their ceremony, with JoAnn’s brother singing—to the great delight of their nieces and nephews. I think you can tell they were enjoying themselves by the pictures.
After some family photos at the church, we made our way to the renowned restaurant, Daniel, which closed down just for the reception. The benefits of holding a wedding at a Michelin-starred restaurant are numerous, with the exceptional service and delectable cuisine at the top of the list. The same servers setting out slices of wedding cake would be pouring 30-year-old bottles of rare champagne at the next dinner service. And with its beautiful décor and elegant ambiance, Daniel is a perfect choice for a reception.
JoAnn & Tim, I loved photographing your beautiful ceremony and reception, and I wish you the best!
Vendors
Ceremony Florist: Designs by Ahn
Reception Florist: L'Olivier Floral Atelier
Stationary: Chez la Mariée
Hair: Weejae Joung
Wedding Dress: Martina Liana
Bride's Shoes: Stuart Weitzman
Veil: Bhldn
Groom's Attire: Suit Supply
Sunset Terrace Wedding : Lindsay & Kolby : New York, NY
Lindsay and Kolby were married on May 27th, with a ceremony at the Church of St. Francis Xavier and a reception at the Sunset Terrace Wedding at Chelsea Piers NYC. Both the bride and groom got ready at the Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel, and I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised by the venue. This unassuming hotel is set on a side street behind Penn Station and had spacious rooms with tons of light, not to mention the beautifully-designed lobby where we had free range for our photographs. I love hidden gems like this. We staged a first look before heading over to Gramercy Park for their portraits. During this time, I could really see how genuine and fun Lindsay and Kolby are—and so expressive. They share a love of the higher echelons of both academics and faith, and that passion carried over into everything they did in preparation for their ceremony and beyond. Kolby’s sister is a minister herself, so they were lucky enough to have her officiate over their beautiful ceremony. This personal touch made the ceremony that much more intimate, and it truly showed the love everyone present had for these two. We made our way to Chelsea Piers for the reception under a dramatic and rapidly changing sky, and to this day, I am convinced that the groom must have called in some kind of heavenly favor for their reception. As Kolby got up to give his speech, the sun descended into such a spot that only he and Lindsay, who was across the room, were illuminated—at the precise moment that he started to gush about her. I doubt anyone else in the room even noticed, but as a photographer, I was having a moment! I’ve seen a lot of weddings at the Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers, and that’s certainly the venue that most people have heard of. But the Sunset Terrace is a lesser-known gem that I adore. With elevated, panoramic views of the Hudson River and the ability to open the doors in the entire space, you feel one with the outside. It is a perfect, peaceful alternative for weddings that don’t need to accommodate too much space for 200 guests. Lindsay & Kolby, being a part of your New York City wedding was a delight. I loved being part of your celebrations as you both singlehandedly kept up the most amazing energy, nonstop, all night long. I wish you all the best.
Vendors:
Venue: Chelsea Piers NYC
Caterer: Neuman's Kitchen https://www.neumanskitchen.com
Cake: Billy's Bakery https://billysbakerynyc.com
Florist: City Iris
Stationary: Bella Figura
Hair: Lauren Decosimo
Makeup: Evy Drew
Transportation: George Karan Limos
Wedding Dress: Robert Bullock
Bridesmaids Dresses: Jenny Yoo
Rings: Jangmi
Brooklyn Winery Wedding : Rebecca and Josh : Brooklyn, NY
Rebecca and Josh were married on August 5th, with a ceremony and reception at the Brooklyn Winery.
On the day of the wedding, Rebecca got ready at the Hotel Indigo on the Lower East Side in Manhattan, near their home, where Josh got ready. That way, we were able to use the balcony connected to the hotel room for a unique first look that turned out amazingly. From there, we headed out into the neighborhood, surrounded by the smell of pastrami from Katz’ Delicatessen, the mecca of meat on Houston Street. We got some pictures out front and, of course, next to their dumpsters before we hopped on a bus to Williamsburg, Brooklyn, for the ceremony itself. The venue, Brooklyn Winery, is an artisanal, urban winery that sources from New York State and Sonoma in California. The guests were all seated in the area that, during harvest, is filled with barrels and tanks, grapes and wine equipment—all of which had to be cleared out to make room for the wedding. It looked absolutely stunning, especially with beautiful weather outside casting the perfect soft light on the ceremony and easing into the warm glow of candlelight from the tall taper candles everywhere. Of course, I’d be remiss if I didn’t also celebrate Molly Oliver, the florist, whose work helped to shape the atmosphere there. Her work is 100% local and sustainable, and she is an organic farmer herself who sometimes cuts her flowers mere hours before she puts them together for weddings. The whole vibe of the setup was warm and rustic—yet right in the middle of one of the coolest neighborhoods in Brooklyn! The smell of oak barrels was somehow relaxing, and the ambient light in the room allowed us to preserve that organic feel to the entire day. After the ceremony, it was time for a celebratory feast, where a family-style Southern menu was served. I get hungry just looking at the images of some of this food and remembering how amazing it was. Lots of venues in Brooklyn are leaning lately toward non-traditional wedding cuisine, and the guests just love it. Crispy fried chicken after saying “I do”? Yes, please. After dinner, the guests moved back into the bar area to meet up with the band and dance the night away. I particularly loved seeing Josh, who is a reserved guy, light up as they were lifted up in chairs during the hora part of the dancing! During the reception, Josh stopped to say ‘hi’ to his parents, and one of my favorite images was captured as they told him how proud they were of him and how amazing his wedding was. My favorite aspect of my job is the chance to see families join together and to see loved ones express their pride and joy, so I’m always touched by these little stolen moments. Rebecca & Josh, thank you for trusting me with your photography for this exciting time in your lives! It’s been so fun to get to know you more and more since the engagement shoot in your neighborhood and now coming full circle to your fun, rustic wedding!
Vendors
Venue – Brooklyn Winery
Florist - Molly Oliver
Cake – Nine Cakes
Band - Dexter's Lake Club Band