When you decide to host your wedding weekend at the end of the world (a.k.a. Montauk) you take a bit of a gamble with the weather. You hope for a perfect bluebird day with bright skies and lots of sun, and even if it does decide to rain, you embrace it and make incredible memories. That's what happened with Ashley and Brandon’s wedding at Gurney’s Montauk Seawater and Spa. The day called for rain, held off, and then right as the Bride was about to walk down the aisle, it started to rain. Guest were immediately covered with blue and clear umbrellas and the wedding party embraced the rain as they walked down the aisle on the open-air spa deck overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It rained for the entire ceremony and once they were pronounced husband and wife, it stopped and the entire wedding party cheered. The day was effortlessly coordinated by Lovely Indeed Events and the Spa Deck Tented reception was a mixture of blue and white linens, rattan accents, and lots and lots of florals. The hanging floral arrangement above the white dance floor was the centerpiece of the room. And can we talk about a dance party? The 45 Riots Band had everyone on their feet the entire wedding reception and took guests to the turtle room for the after-party. One of the best parts of being a New York Wedding Photographer is being able to document the lives of your couples who in turn become family. Ashley and Brandon are two of the kindest, sweetest, and most thoughtful couples I’ve had the pleasure of working with. I also captured her sister’s wedding a few years prior which made it even more special. It was an incredible wedding at Gurney’s Montauk Seawater Resort and Spa and I’m so excited to share some of my favorite images from their wedding day.
New York City Engagement Photos in the West Village
Engagement sessions are one of my absolute favorite things to do with my couples as a New York City wedding photographer. I love getting to spend time with them before their wedding day in a relaxed, no-pressure environment and getting to know one another throughout our time together. It’s even more of a bonus if you already know the bride-to-be! I’m so excited to share a few of my favorite images from this Spring engagement session in the heart of New York City’s West Village. This location is meaningful to them because it’s not only where they live but it’s where their relationship started and turned into something wonderful. We visited a few of their (and my) favorite locations up and down the West Village before heading over to Pier 25 along the west side highway to get some sweeping views of beautiful downtown Manhattan. I cannot wait to be part of their upcoming wedding day this Fall in New York City.
New York Newborn Photographer
When your best friend has a baby, you make sure you take their newborn photos! I still can’t get over that this little miracle baby is here and so happy to be her auntie. I visited this new family of three in their home in New Jersey on a super sunny day which was perfect for capturing their adorable baby girl in her blue and white nursery. Being a new mom is absolutely magical and soaking in every newborn coo, cuddle and cry is worth every sleepless night. It goes by in a flash and before you know it you have a 9-year-old who is growing up way to fast which is why I love capturing newborn photos. These moments are fleeting which feels unfair but making sure to document them means you’ll cherish them forever. Congratulations to my best friend and her new beautiful family. Baby girl you are so loved!
New York Maternity Session in Sag Harbor, NY
For anyone who visits Sag Harbor, you realize how special it is even after your very first visit. Sag Harbor, located in the Hamptons on Long Island, is where I grew up so imagine my excitement to photograph a beautiful maternity session in town and at Long Beach at sunset. It was truly magical! We walked around Sag Harbor and visited the famous Sag Harbor Theatre before making our way to Long Beach for a dreamy golden sunset. These sweet parents-to-be had a long journey to have their baby boy, so capturing this really special and momental time in the lives was truly special. Our momma to be wore a flowy Farm Rio dress which was absolutely perfect for their photos on the beach. The wind blew it around which created a lot of movement while they walked on the beach holding hands. Here are a few of my favorite photographs from their beach maternity session in beautiful Sag Harbor, NY.
Hamptons + Long Island Family Photographer
On a perfect morning in July, I met up with one of my dearest families and photographed them on the beach in Montauk, NY. It was such a fun and sunny morning together capturing their two girls play in the sand, discover the rocks and waves and run around enjoying the peak of Summer. It was our first mini milestone weekend in the Hamptons and I’m so beyond excited I was able to document so many families in a place that they each hold dear. Here are a few favorites from this families session near South Edision Beach in Montauk, New York.