Roundhouse Wedding : Ashley & Evan : Beacon, NY
Ashley & Evan were married in August at The Roundhouse in Beacon, NY located in the Hudson Valley.
My fourth of five weddings last season at The Roundhouse, this particular one was pushing more in the modern direction accented with the clean lines and bright color palette. It’s fun to shift gears and go classic one day and a bit more structural the next. This is one of the fun parts of being a photographer with a pretty varied client base. I was flying solo on this one and began my day with a few minutes in Evan’s room while he threw his tie and jacket on. I ran across the parking lot to the restaurant building to catch the end of Ashley’s prep and then it was time for a first look on the balcony. We hit up some gorgeous spots on the property for photos before guests started to filter into the ceremony space. The striking A frame “arch” set the tone for the vibe and I was treated to some cool directional light which was highlighting guests in various ways.
Weather can be an unpredictable variable in the summer so cocktails began inside but guests filtered outside as the sun sat on the horizon. We took the opportunity to take a few portraits in that delicious golden light and then made our way into the ballroom which had been transformed by Raven Rose florists.
River Cafe Wedding : Melanie & Peter : Brooklyn, NY
On a perfect Autumn afternoon, Melanie & Peter were married at The River Cafe on the waterfront in Brooklyn, NY.
From my first conversation with Melanie I could tell we were on the same wavelength. I love when the concept for a wedding is that it’s essentially a dinner party with a ceremony tacked on. The River Cafe offers something no other venues can - a Michelin starred meal framed by The Brooklyn Bridge and overlooking one of the most famous skylines in the world. Pretty nice dinner party.
After some getting ready photos in and around 1Hotel Brooklyn Bridge, we made the quick walk over to the restaurant for a ceremony backlit by the setting sun. As you walk through DUMBO, it’s almost surreal to then slip into the manicured, lush green setting of the River Cafe still surrounded by all that is going on down there.
Photographer: Brian Hatton
Hair & MUA: Liza @ Beauty Icon
Florist: Superior Florist
Cake: Luckybird Bakery
Music: DJ Jasper Stapleton
Wedding Gown: Calla Blanche
Groom’s Attire: 18th Amendment
Event Planning: Courtney McFarland
Lafayette Grand Cafe Wedding : Sara & Noah : New York, NY
Sara & Noah were married in the NoHo neighborhood of NYC at Lafayette Grand Cafe.
After being displaced from its originally intended date of March 14, 2020, I was delighted to be a part of the retooled event utilizing the chic SoHo Grand Hotel and Lafayette just off of Washington Square Park. We walked along with their wedding party to Staples Street in TriBeCa to take some photos under the iconic skybridge. Even with the typical covered in scaffolding way of life in the city, it’s a great location to take some wedding portraits as there is next to zero vehicular traffic.
The vibe at Lafayette is cozy, romantic and so warm. The food and beverage programs are just so delicious that that in itself is an unforgettable experience for guests. Everything comes out family style which feels like a subtle “community builder” activity for guests who may be unfamiliar with others at their table. I love this place.
The Foundry LIC Wedding : Elisa & David : Long Island City, NY
Elisa & David held their wedding ceremony and reception at The Foundry, the iconic event space in LIC.
On quite literally the hottest day of the year, Elisa & David invited their friends and family under the open sky in Long Island City for a stunning evening at The Foundry. They requested that their photos be summery, light and “New York-y”. We did our best to make that happen as we shot their first look and portraits on the steps of the New York Public Library on 5th Ave under that July sun. Although midday in summer can be challenging, I do enjoy the spotlight effect you get. You don't have to spend all the time chasing shade. Elisa & David then hopped into a yellow NYC cab to head over the Queensboro Bridge to wrap up with family photos before guests began to arrive.
After the ceremony, they quickly changed out of their wedding attire into traditional Korean hanbok for a fun paebaek ceremony in front of guests as cocktail hour was underway. Before long, friends and family were escorted into the courtyard for dinner and toasts framed by the bridge on one side and the richly textured brick facade of the Foundry on the other. They ate straight through the meal and then came inside for dancing. I generally prefer this sequence as people get a chance to really settle in to their meal, make conversation and loosen up before exploding onto the dance floor.
I was paired up with Elisa & David thanks to my buddy Dave Adamick of Events by Jesse. Working with great planners results in a different kind of synergy between all the vendors at a wedding and makes for an overall pleasant workday for all those involved.
At The Foundry, Red Table was hit up for the catering amongst the stunning decor designed by Kraft & Company. Silver Arrow Band kept the night lit up.
Greenpoint Loft Wedding : Nicole & Chet : Brooklyn, NY
Nicole & Chet were married in April at Greenpoint Loft in Brooklyn, NY.
The Greenpoint neighborhood in Brooklyn is paradise. I was thrilled when the sister of a former bride reached out about her wedding at Greenpoint Loft. It is a massive, impressive, vibey space (a former WWII rope factory) with an amazing roof deck and views of Manhattan. Nicole & Chet’s original wedding date had been knocked around by covid so it was a relief to have a celebration despite the fact that they’d gone forward with a ceremony the year before. With the formalities long behind them, this almost had the feel of a 10 year vow renewal… which in my experience makes for a super laid back, fun party. And it was.
