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Kristen and Darren’s E-Shoot, Hudson Valley Wedding Photographer…

February 29, 2012 – 9:37 pm

 

Early last year I shot my first boudoir mini session.  One of my girls was participating as a surprise for her boyfriend, Happy Valentine’s to him!!!  Well, apparently he loved the photos so much, as well as her, he put a ring on it!   So when Kristen emailed me about shooting her wedding, I was extremely gitty.    We met on a lovely day this past fall to shoot their engagement session.  Most of you in the area will recognize our background, the Culinary Institute of America.   I have been her many of times, but why can’t the bakery ever be open on weekends????

Anyway, thank you to Kristen and Darren for a FABULOUS and fun afternoon.  I can’t wait to shoot your special day!

 

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Devon and Mark, Hudson Valley Wedding Photographer…

February 12, 2012 – 2:04 pm

 

Taking a look back to last fall, I met up with one of my fabulous couples for an engagement shoot.  It was a wonderful evening on the Hudson with amazing light.  We had some play time with their children, the furry and fluffy ones, and then off to the Walkway.  And lets talk about the shoes, I joked with Devon that she was going to blow the shoe photo up, poster size and hang it up over the bed.   The shoes were that FAB!!

I am so looking forward to their wedding this summer in Poughkeepsie.  See you two soon!

 

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Angus and Jennifer Are Married, Hudson Valley Wedding Photographer…

August 22, 2011 – 9:12 pm

 

Finally, Rudy’s parents are legit!!  For those of you not familiar with Rudy, peek HERE.   There was NO doubt that the day was HOT, nothing went off 100% on the timeline, but I can say, the day was wonderful, the bride was gorgeous and the party was on!!    The wedding itself itself took place at Marist College, where the bride is an alumni.  Prior to the wedding, we hit up the groom’s alma mater, The CIA for their first look.  There is nothing better on one’s wedding day, than to see the look on the bride and groom as they see their spouse to be for the first time.  When Angus looked at Jenn, you can tell she took his breath away.

The reception took place at Rolling Greens at Dutchess Golf and Country Club, in Poughkeepsie.  It was my first time there, and I can’t wait to go back.  They treated me like gold so I can only imagine how well they treated the bridal party.

Congratulations again to Angus and Jennifer, all the best wishes to you and your life together in Atlanta!!

Dress by: Oleg Cassini
DJ: Enriques Entertainment
Flowers: Lucille’s
Hair: Salon 52
Food: Rolling Greens
Cake: Pastry Garden

 

 

 

 


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Ultimate Family, Hudson Valley Engagement Photographer…

May 25, 2011 – 8:24 pm

 

Why do I call this couple the “Ultimate Family?”  Well, this is my 3rd time photographing them, and not my last.  A couple years back I was invited by mother of the groom to come to her home for some pictures of her family in front of the fireplace.  It was a cold January day, but I was able to convince them all to go outside and enjoy a good old snow ball fight.  One of my favorite canvases came from this shoot, going back in time:  HERE.  Earlier this year I once again met up with Mom and her youngest son, aka young Ryan Phillippe,  to do some headshots.  I was beyond thrilled when  I heard the oldest son had gotten engaged and they instantly wanted to hire me to shoot their wedding.  It is not only an honor to be chosen to be the photographer for one of the most monumental events in one’s life, but just as much an honor to be considered one’s “Family Photographer.”

I met up with the happy couple, just before the rain hit, at Vanderbilt Mansion.  We got some play time with their cutie pie son and then got some one on one time.  Can you say hello “Beautiful Couple!”  I am very anxious to shoot their wedding this fall, but more anxious to photography their newborn session, one day…. LOL!!!

 

 

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Natasha & Matthew, Hudson Valley Wedding Photographer…

April 18, 2011 – 8:45 pm

 

Congratulations to Natasha and Matthew!!! Many more images to come.

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Trash The Dress, Part 2…

July 16, 2010 – 4:51 pm

Two brides+two looks= a lot of photos.  I had to split up the blog post due to the huge amount of photos I took, and the fact that I had some much fun going through them all.   My 2nd bride was so sweet and just a blast to work with.  She actually came in on top with the most votes on my blog.  I didn’t realize this until after the fact, but she drove up from Hartford, CT to come be apart of this shoot.  She heard about the contest from Best Hudson Valley Weddings Ever, but I have also photographed her nephew in the past.

Behind the scene stories:  When out shooting with two brides, we got a lot of attention.  Many of the people driving by thought they actually married each other.   Out on the beach,  we again gained much attention from the locals hanging in the sand.  Many of them were nice enough to point out that she was going to get her dress dirty in the sand.  Yeah, we know that.  Kind of the point :)   You can image the looks on their faces when they see her dip down, full dress into the water.  After a long day in the sun, it felt good but did add about 20 lbs to the dress.  Thanks again Laura, you rocked it!!

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