I have always felt so honored when a former bride of mine asks me to photograph her maternity session. It's even more special when I have also photographed another sister in the family. To be part of a family's story and capture the most precious moments in their lives is a blessing! Christie and Alexis and their two sweet dogs are welcoming a new member of the family soon! They decided to take a walk with the dogs in historic Allaire Village in Wall Township NJ. The fall leaves were in full color and the sunlight was soft and sweet a perfect setting for Maternity photos. We loved Christie's great fashion sense! For me its more about capturing the deep love that comes with welcoming that new family member, the new connection that is somehow indescribable. I cannot wait for them to welcome there little girl into the world!
Read moreNJ Wedding Photographers: Rumson Country Club: Tying the Knot
For Erin and Vito it truly was love at first sight! They first caught a glance of each other at a CBA swim meet where Erin was cheering on her younger brother and Vito was his coach. Vito's breath was taken away by the gorgeous blonde and she couldn't stop thinking of the handsome coach! A whirlwind summer romance found this couple madly in love and two years later Vito found the most romantic way to pop the question! With their fun summers at the shore as inspiration Vito scoured every antique store for the perfect vintage bottle, a true romantic he wrote a sweet note with the big question and lovingly antiqued it to match the bottle. With friends and family he set out to make the dream proposal. On the bridge in Spring Lake, NJ he placed the bottle for Erin to find as they took a romantic stroll before dinner. As the sun started to set she found the bottle and started to read the note, Vito got on one knee and proposed! For the big day they kept the shore vibe and decided they would be tying the knot with a nautical theme's at Rumson Country Club's Riverhouse. We couldn't think of a better way!
Read moreNJ Wedding Photographers: Fiddler's Elbow Country Club: A History of Love
Lindsey and Drew were college sweethearts at Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts. After seven amazing years Drew proposed on Lindsey's 26th birthday in NYC with a photo album of treasured collage memories. Both students of History they were drawn to the old manor feel and expansive property of Fiddler's Elbow Country Club for their big day as it reminded them of the vine covered academic buildings and grounds of their dear alma matre.
The romantic, timeless gowns of Monique Lhuillier captured Lindsey's heart and both her and her bridesmaids wore them. We adored the graceful style of her sweetheart gown and off the shoulder lace bodice which she could remove for dancing ease later in the evening. Bow accented Kate Spade shoes added romance and style. An event planner herself Lindsey choose a lavender and spring green color palette as an homage to Holy Cross's collegiate color purple.
For the ceremony they chose Lindsey's home parish of Saint James Church in Basking Ridge NJ. Afterwards the newly wed couple was greeted with a fanfare of lavender ribbons and congratulations. The couple then was whisked away to Fiddler's Elbow Country Club for a stroll on the grounds and signature cocktails. They danced the night away to music from The Groove Shop. Capturing the sweetness of this couple and the depth of their love are what I cherish about my work!
Venue: Fiddler's Elbow Country Club
Church: Saint James Catholic Church in Basking Ridge, NJ
Florist: Flowers by Hannah
Gown Designer: Monique Lhuillier
Dress Boutique: Elizabeth Johns in Morristown, NJ
Bridesmaids Dresses: Monique Lhuillier
Dress Boutique: Elizabeth John's in Morristown NJ
Make-up: Amy Baskin
Hair: Atelier Salon Basking Ridge NJ
Day Of Planner: EVJ Events By Jacqueline
Stationary/Invitations: Engraved Images from Bella Figure Far Hills NJ
Band: The Groove Shop Silver Pro Entertainment
NJ Wedding Photographers: Alice in Wonderland at The Ashford Estate
Whimsy & Romance filled Stephanie and Tim's beautiful wedding at The Ashford Estate. Eileen Kaden Dean of An Affaire to Remember worked with the gorgeous bride to add a touch Alice in Wonderland style dreamscape to the wedding day. Antique keys, clocks, tea settings and chandelier patterns were incorporated into lush floral arrangements by Flowerful Events and stationary by Stephanie Somodi of Designing the Most Inviting Day. The bride wore a stunning Ines Di Santo gown with exquisite detailing in the back and her bridesmaids chose Jim Hjelm in blush pink and royal shade of purple and blue. The day could not have run any smoother thanks to help of An Affair to Remember and the experience of Merri-Makers Catering.
Stephanie and Tim were a joy to be around, light hearted and such fun! Stephanie even had a paper-maché ball and chain made for Tim ready on the dance floor as they danced up a storm to The Rhythm Shop-DJ Jay Jung. A couple that laughs together stays together! We wish them many moments of joy and laughter for years to come!
Venue: The Ashford Estate
Gown Designer: Ines Di Santo
Dress Boutique: Elizabeth Johns in Morristown, NJ
Bridesmaids Dresses: Jim Hjelm
Engagement/Wedding Bands: Leonardo's Jerelry
Party Planner: An Affair To Remember-Eileen Kaden Dean
Florists: Flowerful Events-Kristina Valdmaa
Stationary/Invitations: Stephanie Somodi of Designing the Most Inviting Day
Confectioner: The Bake Works
Catering: Merri-Makers Caterers
Lighting Designer: Fennelli Lighting
Band: The Rhythm Shop-DJ Jay Jung
NJ Engagement Photography: Love on Cookman Ave
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Read moreCome meet our new Associate Photographer Geraldine
It is with great excitement that I get to announce our newest photography associate Geraldine!
Geraldine was born and raised in Paris. She worked as an assistant director and commercial director for over a decade, had several exhibitions in Manhattan for her painting before becoming an accomplished photographer.
She started shooting wedding in 2006 and has developed a photojournalistic style with a knack for candid portraiture . Her work is dynamic and vibrant.
Her work appears in numerous publications worldwide and as a love of music, she counts among her clients acclaimed musicians such as The Kronos Quartet, Gauthier Capuçon, Max Richter and famous jazz musicians, Vijay Lyer, Ibrahim Maalouf and many more..
Geraldine is bright and fun and she is fluent in English, Serbian and French!
She is a huge animal lover and now lives on the Jersey Shore with her two dogs, Zazou and Gaspard and her cat Minnie.
Metropolitan Club NYC: Jackyn and Daniel
Loved working with these amazing vendors:
Party Planner: Eileen Kaden Dean , An Affair to Remember
Florist: Floralies
Stationary: Fancy That
Make up Artist: Kimara Ahnert
Hair Stylist: Yair Aroubuas
Videographer: Kaan Tulgar Productions
Confectioner: Nine Cakes
Lighting Designer: Frost Productions
Band: Hank Lane Music
Metropolitan Club NYC: Jaclyn and Daniel
Classic elegance is the perfect description of Jackie and Danny's August wedding in New York City. The day started at The Ritz Carton with a room over looking the park. Jackie and her bridesmaids got ready in beautiful, coordinated robes of nude and lace. Floralies Inc designed gorgeous bouquets of all delicate creme roses. Jackie looked beautiful in her gown and lace jacket from Monique L'huiller . The nude and lace color combination continued with the bridesmaids in stunning gowns designed by Jim Hjelm.
Danny an athlete, looked James Bond like in his custom made suit from Nita Custom Tailored Suits.
It was soon time for the ceremony. Passing through the great bronze doors at St. Ignatius Loyola, one is greeted by a magnificent visual space of pink and grey marble. Jackie and her father graced the intimidating 160 ft. aisle with ease. The Catholic mass ended with a kiss and Jackie and Danny being whisked off in a vintage car to Central Park for pictures.
Magnificant and grand are great ways to describe the Metropolitan Club with its marble foray and crimson red velvet drapes that greet you before you enter the ballroom. Floralies Inc out did themselves with gorgeous arrangements of white hydrangeas, blush roses and queens anne lace placed in clear vessels wrapped in leaves. The day went by seamlessly with the help of Eileen Kaden Dean from An Affair to Remember.
The most memorable moment was Jackie and Danny's first dance. When is comes to ballroom dancing Danny comes from good stock. His parents owns a dance studio back home. All their practice paid off as Danny, surrounded by all their guests spun her around with her feet off the floor. The guests gave them a thunderous applause.
Navesink Country Club: Winter Wonderland: Monmouth County Wedding Photographer
Taryn and James winter wedding could be described in two words, elegant and FUN! Taryn looked stunning in her Jim Helm gown from Mustillo's Bridal in Red Bank. She had a lace cover up made from her mother's bridal gown which she wore over her gown for the catholic ceremony at St. James in Red Bank. After the ceremony , Taryn changed out of the lace cover up added a sparkly belt and drop earrings. The brides maids all choose their own long , black gowns and were wrapped in fur coats.
Taryn and James meet in high school. She went to Red Bank Catholic and he CBA. Red Bank holds a lot of fun memories for the couple. They wanted to take some playful shots in town.
We later headed to Navesink Country Club where Craig and Darryn from Craig Kiely and Darry Murphy Designs transformed the ballroom into a winter wonderland. The couple toke a spin on the ice skating riding a Zambone prior to being announced as Mr. & Mrs. Cahill.
I loved that they served comfort food, gourmet sliders and mac and cheese for dinner. This was a dancing crowd. The amazing Brian Kirk and the Jerks had them dancing all night long. They ended the night by cutting their Fudgy The Whale ice cream cake from Carvel, a child hood favorite.
Avenue Long Branch: Andrea & Michael
The Jersey Shore after labor day is at it's best, beautiful weather with out the crowds. Andrea and Michael could not have asked for a better day! The roof top at Avenue was the perfect location for their intimate wedding. I loved the pink and orange color palette that was carried through the girls dresses and decor. With the palm tree and the blue ocean it gave a Miami feel to the whole event. Which was fitting because Michael 's family is from Miami.
I asked Andrea how they meet and to tell me about special details of their wedding. This is what she had to say. We worked for the same company but at different divisions, if it wasn't for Chemistry.com we might have never meet.I worked in the NYC office and he in the Plainsboro NJ division. .We enjoyed emailing and speaking on the phone and had our first date in August 2008. We felt an immediate attraction and connection. We both found each other funny, kind, intelligent and caring and there was a definite spark that has continued to this day!
Michael planned a special vacation to st. Maarten for March 2015 which he surprised me with as a Christmas present in Dec 2014. I did not know for sure the he planned to propose, but I suspected that he might as we'd been talking about getting married more frequently. Fast forward to the trip and he waited until the second to the last day which kept me guessing:-)He choose March 8th as the day to propose . This day is special because my older brother passed away on this day 11 years earlier. He said that he chose that day because he new it was a sad day and he wanted it to have additional meaning, and a happy memory associated with it. After dinner that night , he suggested we take a walk on the beach, but it had been raining so I didn't want to "mess up my shoes". So he moved to "plan B" which ws to propose on the tree and flower lined path that led to our hotel. It was a beautiful spot and his proposal was romantic and heartfelt. I mediately said "yes"!
I wanted to give a shot out to my second photographer Amy Diamond! It was great working with you again :-)
Venue: Avenue Long Branch
Florist: Floral Sentiments
Gown Designer: Sottero & Midgely
Stationary: The Papery Shrewsbury NJ
Hair & Make up: Patrick Danek
Videographer: Matt Koza
Confectioner: Antoinette Boulangerie