Rhonda & Mike's Wedding

If I had to choose one word to describe Rhonda & Mike's wedding, I would say genuine. They kept the focus of the wedding planning on each other, vowed their love with a small gathering of closest kin and made sure to celebrate in style at the lovely Castle on the Hudson in Tarrytown, NY.

I love this shot of Mike as he awaits his bride and the series of shots as they see each other for the first time as bride and groom.








The grounds and details of the Castle on the Hudson are nothing short of spectacular. I made sure to take advantage of the lovely architecture, exuding a sense of romance on its own.








This couple was all smiles so I couldn't help but get in real close to show it off in the photos.






I like seeing the tips of the freshly cut flowers juxtaposed against the diamond ring.



I am having a blast with a new favorite lens.....when used correctly, it's so crisp and really brings out the dimension of the flowers.


Rhonda's beauty is shown here with her naturally elegant pose and wholehearted smile.


This windowseat was a photographer's dream come true!



Rhonda & her dad preparing to walk down the aisle on the perfectly sunny September day.


This shot has become one of my must-takes at each wedding. Yes, yes, it's posed but fun anyway, no?


I think this simple shot is my favorite of the day. See what I mean by genuine?


The family is clearly happy about these two!






Cheers!


Several gorgeous room details from the Castle on the Hudson. It felt like a trip back to another era. Just awesome.










Had to throw in some dramatic angles.......


Congrats, Rhonda & Mike! I was so glad to be a part of your day.

Christine & Brendan's Wedding

Here's another wedding I shot back in the Spring with the creative and fun Kelly Vasami. The couple, Christine & Brendan, were also very creative and fun, and I had a blast shooting it.

I'm into the details. I figure you spend so much time and energy picking everything out, might as well document it!
















I like how this shot subtly says "anticipation" without any faces.....






















More detail.....I like blurring out the background and some of the foreground in my closeups.


Mom and Dad gingerly preparing the dress.....a ceremony in itself!


I like to shoot a variety of makeup application shots. Some traditional, then maybe a little graphic and then (with the help of some great window light), closeup details.....






I love the genuine nature of reaction shots.




Such pretty details on the dress (and as a female, I am very envious of her waistline!)


Just the girls. I like the photojournalistic nature of this image.


A simple subject can look interesting when composed in a unique way.


The ceremony took place at The Highlands Country Club in Garrison, NY. Classic and elegant. (I thinnk those are my two favorite wedding words!)


Love the light on Christine's veil here.


Now THAT'S a happy groom!


Can't forget the bling......


A congratulatory hug from grandma......Christine looks giddy.


More details......unique, yet (here I go again) classic and elegant.




Maybe this couple is next? (God, I used to hate when people said that to me at weddings!)


I couldn't get enough of shooting with the dramatic chandelier in the background. I tried a few different approaches, not all together vastly different from each other but I think each has its own character. And I can't make a decision on which I like best so here are a bunch.