It’s been a busy wedding season, and I have seen my share of beautiful bouquets this year. But I have also seen far too many bouquets that were too heavy and too hard to hold. From a photography perspective, it ends up being a waste because the bride doesn’t want to have to lift a…
If you are not familiar with Staten Island, then you may never have heard of the Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden. But that would be a shame, because you are missing out on one of New York City’s most beautiful gardens. I am a huge fan of Staten Island – New York’s most…
Your beloved asked. You said ‘yes.’ Now what? Well, if you are like many couples out there, you are staring blankly at an open calendar trying to figure out when to get married. In today’s blog post I will take you through the process of how to select a wedding date. This includes everything you…
In my opinion the world can be split into two groups: people who enjoy being photographed, and those who don’t. I am solidly in the latter group. I know how the camera can make you nervous, and in today’s blog post, I have a few basic tips for how to relax in front of the…
With the average cost of a wedding being $15,000, it may be tempting to use your own home as the perfect wedding venue. But what should you worry about with a gang of hungry guests at the door? In today’s blog post, I have an exhaustive list of backyard wedding tips to help you get…
It has been a busy few months. It seems like New York City is back in business, at least in terms of people wanting their photo taken. One of my most memorable sessions this year is the Central Park engagement photo shoot of Lester and Nick. I have all the behind-the-scenes details of their portrait…
I can’t blame you if you’ve never heard of the Brooklyn wedding venue, Deity. The venue is in fact a former synagogue and aside from the name outside the door, you would never know that inside is one of New York City’s best wedding venue secrets. In today’s blog post, I’ll share with you everything…
Noor and Troy’s Giando on the Water wedding photos are proof that traditional weddings don’t have to be boring. Starting with an elaborate eastern orthodox ceremony and ending with sweeping views of the New York City skyline, this wedding had it all from start to finish. I’ve got all the behind-the-scenes details of their big…
The New York Botanical Garden is one of my favorite photo shoot locations. The gardens are vast and there is always something in bloom. This past year I had the pleasure of photographing Noor and Troy’s engagement portraits and wedding. Next week I’ll share with you all the details of their Giando on the Water…
