India House Wedding : Sarah & Ariel : New York, NY
A June wedding at India House in New York, NY.
I've known Sarah for a decade so it was especially nice to get the chance to photograph her wedding this past summer! Many of my friends from grad school were there which makes for a fun event to shoot. Dating back to the 1830's, India House is buried in a sea of skyscrapers in the Financial District of Manhattan with the ever so perfect address "1 Hanover Sq". Today a private club, it offers a number of iconic rooms which lead guests from the ground floor, up a flight for cocktails and then to the top floor ballroom for dinner. A short stroll from the waterfront, India House is ideally located near many hotels and opportunities for portraiture. I was so excited that Sarah chose Design by Ahn for her decor because they are always one my favorite florists in New York. They perfectly blend the natural, organic look that's become popular with something that is composed and classic. I'm just not someone who notices flowers on a day to day basis and Designs by Ahn is always a vendor I notice. 
Green Building Wedding : Alyssa & Brett : Brooklyn, NY
A late summer Green Building wedding in Brooklyn, NY.
On the most quintessentially perfect street corner in Brooklyn, Alyssa & Brett were married in the distressed brick walled space of the Green Building featuring a ceremony and cocktail hour with friends & family in the open air courtyard. Just steps away lie a number of great backdrops which made their portrait session a piece of cake.
Photos: Brian HattonBride's Dress: Alexandra Grecco, Lovely BrideBride's Shoes: Stuart WeitzmanGroom's Attire: AlfredoEvent Planning: Fromsouptonutz - Madeline SantiagoCaterer: The Raging SkilletFlorist: Rosewood Floral CoHair: Glam SquadMakeup: Tanairi PaganStationery: MintedDJ: Jose + Gill DJ EntertainersRings: Sarah O. Jewelry & Jewelry Unlimited
Old Field Club Wedding : Jess & Vin : East Setauket, NY
Jess & Vin's East Setauket, NY, Old Field Club wedding was such a great example of how to take the typical construct of a wedding and make it entirely your own. Getting ready at the Stony Brookside B&B, you really could get the sense of this being a reunion of friends, family and the marriage of two who are totally in sync. With a ceremony that began with a guided meditation for all guests in attendance, you immediately knew this was going to be a unique wedding.
Photos: Brian Hatton
Venue: Old Field Club
Getting Ready Location: Stony Brookside
Wedding Dress: BHLDN
Bride's Shoes: Loeffler Randall
Groom's Attire: Indochino
Groom's Shoes: Tallia
DJ: Miles Francis
Stationery: Ryan LaMere & Jess Griscti
Cake: Butter & Scotch Brooklyn
Yale Club Wedding Review : Private Club : New York, NY
A Yale Club Wedding Review
Whether you're a graduate or not, The Yale Club is an enticing location for a wedding thanks to its prominent, centralized location in Manhattan, classic old world ambiance, rooftop lounge for cocktails, and all in one amenities. When I visit The Yale Club to photograph a wedding, I encounter a professional staff that manages the evening such that brides and grooms can enjoy themselves worry-free. If you're looking for an airy, open feeling venue that is formal and civilized (it carries the name "Yale" after all) yet not stuffy or pretentious, The Yale Club may be the perfect fit.
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Getting ready: Brides have access to a refurbished, on-site suite for their preparations leading up to the ceremony. The suite is tastefully appointed and provides a good amount of room for a bride and small to moderate sized bridal party. Although the room isn't necessarily bathing in light mid afternoon, it is soft and directional and makes for very flattering bridal portraits.
Spaces for photography: The rooftop is an ideal spot for a first look and portraits of the bride and groom. With skyscrapers towering all around you, you really feel immersed in the city. Inside, the library, reading room, staircases, and ballroom provide the backdrops in the event of weather that limits venturing outside. The predominant color scheme of the club includes a lot of white with soft blue accents. It's formal without being stuffy.
Proximity to photo locations: Staring right at the Yale Club is Grand Central Terminal. Being directly across the street, it's an obvious choice for photos of the bride, groom and bridal party. Those who aren't shy can even opt for a first look in the middle of the station which makes for quite a moment. Many couples travel the short distance to Central Park to add some natural elements and color to their day.
Ceremony: Ceremonies onsite take place in the main ballroom which is subsequently flipped for the reception. With the tall ceilings and open feel of the room, large flower arrangements tend to look best to fill it out.
Cocktail hour: After being in the ballroom with its ornately carved ceiling for ceremony, elevators await guests to whisk them to a more modern modern roofop space which offers indoor, covered outdoor and open deck areas. Multiple bars serve guests quickly and there is rarely a queue for a beverage.
Reception: The Yale Club is a well oiled machine where service is simply something you dont have to think about. Consistent, well prepared entrees are dropped to tables efficiently with no appreciable lag to delay any toasts that might occur during this time. Use of seasonal ingredients like roasted winter squash elevate the typical steak or fish selection. Coordination between vendors is always prompt with event management giving band/photo/video members a heads up before something important is about to happen.
Foundry LIC Wedding : Jamie & Erik : Long Island City, NY
A Fall wedding at The Foundry, Long Island City in Queens, NY.
If I were to have a re-do of my own wedding, chances are it would be at The Foundry. I'll never forget the first time I shot a wedding here. I had never heard of it! This must have been 2010 or so. I show up in what at that time was the middle of absolute no where to discover something that became a phenomenon in the NYC wedding world. It was the first "cool" wedding venue. Ten years later, I still think it's one of the best.Jamie & Eric obviously poured their hearts and souls into their wedding. It took on my favorite vibe of wedding/dinner party featuring dim sum, bbq, a band playing to the beat of a bass drum with custom decor by the bride, and a ceremony officiated by a dear friend. The Foundry has so many nooks, crannies and balconies which make it literally fun to shoot in.
Photos: Brian Hatton PhotographyCaterer: Nom Wah Tea Parlor & Blue SmokeCake: Sugar Sweet SunshineFlorist: ManscapersStationery: MintedMakeup & Hair: Bride to be NYCOfficiant: Andrew LangDJ: 74 EventsWedding Dresses: Michael Lo Sordo & ZimmermanBride's Shoes: SchutzRings: Pippin vintage jewelryGroom's suit: Chookhare & SonsGroom's Shoes: PradaGroom's Tie: HermesBride's Custom Headpiece: Ashlee Lauren Designs
