Jennifer & Efren....Mexican New York Wedding

When I first met Jennifer and Efren, we had a fabulous engagement session in Central Park. Originally they were to wed in their family's homeland of Mexico, but they ended up reciting their nuptials here in New York. To honor their culture, everything about their wedding had Mexican flavor and it was so lovely to witness the joyous celebration of two very happy people, joined by their ecstatic families and celebrating with authentic Mexican cuisine and music. It was quite an event!

Pretty detail in the bouquet.



I like the use of empty space here.



Absolutely stunning detail in Jennifer's gown.



This dress takes my breath away....and Jennifer's not even in it yet!



Fits her beautifully.



I love capturing these first moments of wearing a bridal gown on the actual wedding day.



I really love when more than one thing is happening in an image.



Vibrant blue sky, puffy clouds and magnificent church.



I opened the church doors just enough for some great light. The limo guy was super sweet and I really love Jennifer's face here. (And that's her papa fussing with her dress.)



Lovely ceremony.



I love when couples raise their arms up like this. Your mind completes the picture that lies before them.



Married!



You may kiss the bride. So he did.



I'm really into this lately.



This is my absolutely favorite shot of the day. I just love their pure expressions and the drama of the veil just makes it all the better.



Love the strong background here.



Traditional and gorgeous.



Super cute.



If you haven't noticed, I had a mild obsession with Jennifer's gown. But I tried to not make it the exclusive focal point of every image. It does play an important role here. With this angle, it serves to draw your eye to the happy couple.



This little girl (their niece) was absolutely adorable. I like this little moment and especially Jennifer and Efren's casual body language.



More casual stuff, even though it's posed.



The room at the Elmwood Country Club in White Plains was spectacular.



The layers of Jennifer's dress were just calling for a spin. Love the colorful lighting in the background, too.







Jennifer and Efren wanted a shot of themselves in the main reception area before everyone got there. Good call.



Pretty details.



Loving their first dance.



Nice moment.



Efren shares an emotional dance with his mom.



As a wedding and children's photographer, I just love when I can blend the two like this.



The party has officially begun and stayed at this level all. night. long.



People were swingin' and movin' in ways I didn't think was possible!



Fabulous!



Haven't quite figured this one out, but I really like it anyway.



More dress, um, I mean dancing.



(To see more dancing from this fantastic wedding, check out this highlight from videographer Chris Fig Productions. )

Jennifer's mom and little bro. Super sweet.



Group hugs are the best.



Another special dance for the bride and groom.



Enjoying the moment.



These handmade signs say it all but it's the moment they are sharing that is even better.



Jennifer and Efren, I had a blast shooting your wedding. I wish you all the best today and always!