What a fantastic event.  I really enjoy these quiet intimate weddings where the the events are focused on bringing family and friends together.  From the closeness of the ceremony to the dinner served on two long tables.  We started the day in a fantastic hotel on the lower west side and then went to the The Astor Center in the village.

Enjoy!

-as seen from the outside of The Astor Center. So cool!-

 

 

- the first time they saw each other all dressed up. so fun! -

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

- i love when a picture captures that once in a lifetime moment.  the emotion is so raw. -

What a fantastic wedding to end my year. This wedding has some unique photos from a vintage cab, breathtaking views of the city to photos with Santa.  Got your interest don’t I!

Courtney and Brian are such a fantastic couple.  The ceremony is one of my favorites. Not only was the view from the ceremony breathtaking but the ceremony was extremely touching because it included their son Dax.  They got married in the Sohi room at the Trump Soho tower.

 

 

 I love the quiet moments while getting ready. as you can see Courtney was so relaxed she took time out to have some food. Always a good idea since it is hours and hours before getting a chance to sit down and eat.

 Hi SMILES!

 

 

This is the view form her suite.  Amazing isn’t it. Good thing I bought my camera.

 Daddy and son.  I love this photo. It is timeless.

 So beautiful.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 See Santa + Santa + Santa + Santa Hoff… (thats the shirtless Santa on the bottom). He called himself Santa Hoff as in David Hasselhoff.  We were driving back to Trump tower when we saw all these Santas in front of the bar. It was Santa Pub Crawl in NYC and of course we had to get a photo with them.

 

 

 I smile when I look at this photo…see Dax leaning on the table watching Mommy and Daddy kiss.

 

 

The layout and decorations were so simple and classic. It truly represented who Courtney and Brian are.

 

 

 

 

I have been spending days looking at these photos.  I’ve been trying to edit down the amount of photos I wanted to put on the blog… and I just cannot.  I am in love with this wedding.  Lets call this is early holiday gift to all.

Kathy and Sal did an engagement shoot months ago.  After spending those few moments of shooting together I knew I was going to love working with them for their wedding day.  This was one of my most fun weddings because of how amazing Kathy was.  She is pure fun and class. Quite an amazing combination.  Ty and I had so much to work with.  As soon as I knew this was going to be a wedding at the Bronx Zoo I began to brainstorm about how I could capture their day in a way that was unique to the location.  How could we capture shots at the zoo that haven’t been done before yet maintain the essence of the zoo and Kathy and Sal.  As you’ll see, I say we did just that and blew it out of the water.  I am so excited to present to you their AMAZING wedding!!!

Are you kidding me!!! Kathy you look amazing. This is my favorite favorite favorite bride shots ever! (btw this was taken inside the Madagascar building. see if you can find it.)

 

This was the makeup artists travel bag. I just loved the look of this.  You just know their is a method to the madness here. He was awesome. (fun fact he got the luggage in Japan while visiting. so cool.)

 

I don’t usually show photos of clothing (other than the wedding dress) but I found this cardigan so beautiful.  What made it more special is Kathy’s mother made it for her for this special day.  I know what your saying …Awwwwwwww!

 

Dad relaxing while the ladies where getting ready.

 

This is Kathy’s grandma who is so funny and full of life (thats her bro making grandma laugh). Although, she didn’t like having her picture taken. How could I tell you ask. I got a whack on my arm a few times and there are a few photos with her sticking her tongue out.  I still got some incredible shots of her.

 

 

 

 

I always find hidden gems in photos after a wedding.  I love how the painting has a mother holding her daughter and this picture is Kathy’s mom lovingly help her get ready.

 

 

 

 

 

 

This is the first time Sal saw Kathy on their wedding day. you think he’s happy?  how can he not beKathy looks beautiful.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kathy and Sals ceremony actually took place in the rhino house.  These two white rhinos are visible from the room the ceremony takes place in. (look for that shot later.)

 

SEEEEEEEE. RHINOS. visible durning the ceremony.  how cool. and no it didn’t smell. if you have been to the zoo before this room usually has an odor but the zoo does a great job of cleaning up before a party.

 

 

 

The cocktail hour took place int he madagascar house where guests were able to walk around and see the wildlife while drinking and eating.

 

Kathy and her dad dancing.  When I saw this it just made me smile.  It is so pure.

Ok, how awesome is that cake.  Everything on the cake was edible.

BYE.  They had a fun photo booth at their wedding and I couldn’t resist. Sal that mustache looks great on you. I think you have a new look!