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Picture this. It’s your wedding reception. It’s 9pm, and you’ve been on your feet quite a bit all day. You’re an hour into the reception, and the songs playing are on a playlist you made. You’re surrounded by family and friends, (maybe you’re a few cocktails in), and your song comes on. The song that […]
As you plan your wedding, one question that might cross your mind is, “Do photographers come to the rehearsal dinner?” The answer is totally subjective. It depends on various factors such as your personal preference, budget, and the significance you place on the rehearsal dinner itself. In this blog post, I will delve into the […]
Eloping is a romantic and intimate way for couples to get married without the fuss of a bigger traditional wedding. For couples who want to elope in New York City, there are many options available. From City Hall civil ceremonies to exchanging vows in Central Park, this guide will provide information on how to elope […]
Danielle and Lou began prepping for their wedding at the enchanting Crest Hollow Country Club, with Lou and his groomsmen suiting up near the venue, and Danielle and her girls at her parents’ home in Long Island. Of course, incomplete without a toast. Danielle grew up in Long Island, but Lou’s many friends and family […]
Though I live in New Jersey, I seldom get to photograph weddings here. Don’t get me wrong — I LOOOVE NYC weddings, but who doesn’t love a classic golf club wedding? That goes double for people as amazing as Julia and Brendan (& their families). We all felt the love in the room as J+B […]
As much as I love my job, when my contracted time comes to an end, I’m pretty eager to get home. However, there are exceptions; Clare and Isaac fall into that category. When their Long Island wedding day at the Sound View, Greenport came to a close, I actually said “I want to stay longer”. This is, […]
Most of the time, as an inquiring customer, you’ve got to jump through a bunch of hoops and do tons of internet sleuthing to figure out the pricing of a wedding vendor. When it comes to wedding photography, the cost may vary, but there are some industry standards. It’s not a one-size-fits-all type thing, since […]
