Yearly Archives: 2013

Indian Wedding: Nishita and Akhil

A heartfelt thank you to Ryan Brenizer who trusted me to document the first two days of this three-day Hindu wedding and then second shoot for him on the third day.  I still have memories of Nishita and Akhil’s wedding which took place in the sultry month of August in Somerset, New Jersey.  How could I not, this was my first Hindu wedding and it was an experience to remember as it was a culmination of beauty and intensity – each day consisted of several different rituals and mini ceremonies.  The mélange of colors, aromatic fragrances, and music all left such an indelible impression on my 2013 wedding season.

Day 1:  Mendhi

Day 2:  Vidhi and Sangeet

Day 3:  Wedding

 

Wedding planner:  Preeti Shah at Spotlight Style.

Wedding Venues:  Rasoi Banquet Hall and Double Tree Hotel (Somerset, New Jersey).

Bear Mountain Inn Wedding: Jessica + Kevin

Both Jessica and Kevin live in Colorado but decided to have their wedding in New York at Bear Mountain Inn.  This intimate sized wedding was complete with a vintage style carousel that was sure to create an enchanting wedding night.  As beautiful as the carousel pavilion is, the venue itself was fraught with tall dark ceilings which is fine during the day but is always a challenge for most photographers during the evening.  Direct flash is almost never an option for me and neither was several strategically placed studio lights as it was critical for me to capture the almost theatrical mood as Jessica and Kevin not only remembered it but how they felt it.  I’m a firm believer in lighting that helps preserve the mood but doesn’t set the mood – thus a continuous and dynamic light source was in order.  Helping me with the light stick (and second shoot) that night was Stephen Tang, who had great instinct of knowing exactly where to be relative to where I was positioned.  It was indeed a great pleasure to document both Jessica and Kevin’s special day.  Jessica is a speech pathologist who works with kids and Kevin is a gifted musician who is now serving in the prestigious United States Air Force Band – look out for Kevin to perform at the next Presidential Inauguration.

 

Bear Mountain Wedding New York Wedding Photographer

Bear Mountain Inn Wedding , New York Wedding Photographer

Special thanks to Kevin Ferguson 

The Vineyards Wedding: Brittainy and Lawrence

 

Brittainy and Lawrence both grew up in New York City but never crossed paths until much later in their adult lives.  I got to know a glimpse of their story by doing a slideshow of their childhood which was presented at their reception. The wedding was at The Vineyards in Riverhead, Long Island which is quite a trek from New York City but no obstacle for their friends and family who showed up in droves.  Congratulations Brittainy and Lawrence, it was such a pleasure to capture your most special day.  A special thank you to the wonderful Natasha Singh for assisting and second shooting.

 

 

The Vineyards Wedding, New York Wedding Photographer

The Vineyards Wedding, New York Photographer

 

 

 

 

New York City Engagement Session

What an amazing afternoon I spent with both Megan and Sean yesterday!   Our goal was to shoot a few shots downtown and in Central Park and perhaps Megan and Sean would walk away with a photo for their “save-the-date” card.  The great thing about shooting engagements (and weddings) in New York City is that there are so many options – and sometimes I do get carried away.  We hit up neighborhoods such as SoHo, The Flatiron District, and Central Park – not to mention we got a few shots in the subway as well.  When I presented Megan and Sean the photos today (yes, all the photos today), I’m happy to say that I made their decision in choosing an image for their “save-the-date” card a little bit more difficult.  I’m really looking forward to documenting their wedding next year!  Many thanks to Stephen Tang who did a fantastic job assisting me with lighting.

 

New York City Engagement Shoot, New York Wedding Photographer

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Equipment:  Nikon D4, Nikkor 85mm f/1.4, Nikkor 35mm f/1.4, Nikkor 14-24 f/2.8, Nikkor 45mm f/2.8

 

Preview: Wedding at The Vineyards

The kind of shot we get when we’re stuck in the middle of a farm with a wedding party! Had a such a wonderful time documenting Brittainy and Lawrence.  Special thanks to Natasha Singh for assisting and second shooting.

The Vineyards Wedding, New York Wedding Photographer

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