Blue Hill at Stone Barns Wedding : Ashley & Chad : Pocantino Hills, NY
On May 5, 2018, Ashley & Chad held their wedding ceremony and reception at Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Pocantino Hills, NY. If you're a foodie, window sill farmer, or avid Hudson Valley day tripper, chances are you've at least dreamt about having your wedding at Blue Hill. Currently regarded as the 12th best restaurant in the entire world, the opportunity to experience this on your wedding day is something immensely unique. At Stone Barns you can have a large event in their barn, or a more intimate gathering utilizing the restaurant itself. Since the dining room is used exclusively for dinner service in the evening, Ashley & Chad opted to have a spritely morning wedding and luncheon. Awaiting the bridal party upon arrival was a simple arrangement of some baked goods and freshly cut pears. As they were surely the most perfectly ripe, meticulously grown pieces of fruit on the planet, I got a chuckle hearing a group of grown men remark at length over the joy they got from a single slice of pear. Ashley & Chad saw each other for the first time in the courtyard with morning sun streaming in. They were so enthusiastic to be together which made things flow effortlessly for their portrait session before the ceremony. When you get married in the morning, there is a special "freshness" and new start feeling to the day. It's romantic, but also exciting. Once the ceremony concluded, we were treated to a tremendously delicious lunch served by the very same people who would be tending to dinner service that evening. Everything ran seamlessly as such, and the meal was accented with heartfelt speeches. For my first time photographing a wedding at Blue Hill, I was blown away, and I hope to return again very soon. 
Central Park Boathouse Wedding : Ally & Danny : New York, NY
Ally & Danny held their Spring wedding ceremony and reception at the Loeb Central Park Boathouse in New York, NY.If you happened to be following my blog last year, you might have seen Ally & Danny's engagement session in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. While the vibe of Williamsburg and Central Park are pretty different, I really wanted to tie both sessions together and give them a contemporary feel for the wedding as well - even on a rainy day in the park.Starting at The Parker Hotel (formerly Le Parker Meridien), we were lucky to be able to use the rooftop for their first look. The overcast sky actually helped out, keeping the light soft and flattering no matter where you turn. It's crazy how much building there has been recently along Central Park South. The skyline had changed substantially since I was last on The Parker's roof a couple years ago! With skyscrapers towering all around us it was a great place to highlight the two of them in the city.I semi-jokingly call Central Park my "office" with frequent visits to the Boathouse and vicinity for weddings and engagement sessions. The iconic 72nd St traverse of the park is just perfect with the unique architectural and natural elements that couldn't be anything but Central Park. The romance of this part of the park is what makes the Boathouse a major draw for many couples. You're whisked away from the city despite being literally in the very center of it.With a great band and end of the night bites from Valducci's Pizza, Ally & Danny's wedding was great fun for everyone, including me.
Florist: Lenox Hill FloristCake: Butterfly BakeshopBand: Live Music ProsVideography: Wellspun WeddingsWedding Dress: Reem AcraGroom's Attire: Knot Standard
Metropolitan Club Wedding : Ashley & Mike : New York, NY
On April 28, 2018, Ashley & Michael held their wedding ceremony and reception at The Metropolitan Club in New York City. One of my favorite things is when you show up to shoot a stately event in a private club on 5th ave and the party ends up feeling like a remote island wedding where everyone goes for it. As the night went on, the photobooth got crazy, boxes and boxes of pizza from Patsy's arrived amping up the fun atmosphere, and the band lit on fire. When all this happens in one of the most impressive spaces in the city, the energy is electric! After getting set up in the Club, I made my way through Central Park to The Parker Hotel, where Ashley was getting ready downstairs at Blushington. After capturing their first look in the rather spectacular space that is the main foyer of the Metropolitan Club, it was up to the roof and various points around the building for portraits. It was a brilliantly clear, bright day in New York giving a great amount of color and contrast to their outdoor photos. As the sun came down and guests began to arrive, we settled in to the warmly lit space on the first floor for their ceremony before things really started to get going during the reception. Special thanks to Allie Beik of Polka Dot Events who helped make everything run seamlessly.
Bride's Dress: Berta BridalBride's Shoes: Jimmy ChooMakeup: BlushingtonBand: Around Town EntertainmentStationary: MintedFlorist: FloraliesPopcorn: Brooklyn PopcornPizza: Patsy'sCake: Sweet PistachioVideo: Tweed VideoPlanning: Polka Dot Events
Lighthouse Chelsea Piers Wedding : Lauren & Chris : New York, NY
Lauren & Chris were married April 20, 2018 with a ceremony at Old St Patrick's Cathedral followed by dinner and dancing at The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers. What seems like just a few months ago was the year 2016 when I met Lauren & Chris for the first time. It seemed like their 2018 wedding was so far away, but as it goes, the time flew by. Before long I found myself in a large suite at the Eventi Hotel as Lauren 's makeup artist was putting on the final touches. Dodging cyclists as they whizzed by, we were whisked into a waiting Rolls Royce Phantom which brought Lauren and her father to Old St Patrick's Cathedral in SoHo. 200 years ago, the Cathedral of the Archdiocese of New York was found in fact on the corner of Mott & Prince, not 5th Ave as it stands today. This was my first time in this space which is quite striking with tons of light streaming in and a large enclosed courtyard out front. After a beautiful ceremony, we stopped at Washington Square Park for some portraits before continuing on to The Lighthouse at Chelsea Pier 61. I'm here a few times this year much to my delight as I love the wide open space and proximity to the waterfront. As we arrived the sun was just beginning to touch the horizon which meant it was time to photograph the room and document the party. There's something about couples who choose The Lighthouse that always have a lively dancefloor and this evening was no exception. The night absolutely flew by with tons of activity and great speeches. Laurent & Chris, it was a great ride - getting absolutely poured on during engagement session #1, having a great shoot for #2, and finally getting to photograph all the moments of your day. Next step - the album! 
Park Hyatt Wedding : Peter & Chris : New York, NY
Peter & Chris were married April 21 at the Park Hyatt in New York City. On a perfect Spring day, I had the pleasure of capturing one of the most fun, lively weddings in one of my favorite venues in the city. It was a very New York guest list full of artists and Tony winners, with high energy entertainment that kept people on the dance floor throughout the night. Starting in one of the hotel's beautiful suites, we captured the grooms as they got ready with friends and family. Popping Ruinart champagne, everyone was having fun and I knew the day would fly by. Peter & Chris enjoyed a first look in the lobby before we went out on to the street to take some photos with the city and Carnegie Hall as a backdrop. When a couple has been together a long time like these two gentlemen, it's not his friends and his friends, but their friends. You could really sense that in the room as they said their vows surrounded by the towering illuminated onyx walls of the Park Hyatt's ballroom. Belle Fleur's Spring green and white decor perfectly complimented the space while Sugar Lane Band from Hank Lane got everyone in the festive spirit.
Cake: Ron Ben IsraelFlorist: Belle FleurStationary: MintedGrooms' Attire: Giorgio ArmaniBand: Sugar Lane Band/Hank LaneRings: Tiffany
