Couple are always asking me my favorite places to take engagement photos in New York. There are so many great spots in NYC for engagement photos! If you’re local, I always tell people to pick spots that are special to you. Whether that’s at home, a favorite neighborhood, a first date location, or just somewhere where you have good memories. Picking an activity can also be fun as it gives you something to do, and if you’re feeling awkward, that always helps. (Though don’t worry, I’m very used to helping people get comfortable in front of the camera). If you’re asking for one of my favorite spot ..read more

I always love a City Hall elopement in NYC! As a City Hall wedding photographer, I always say this is the happiest government office in New York. Hannah, James and their family were definitely on board with the happiness! This was the sweetest little elopement at the City Clerk’s office in NYC. I get lots of questions about what to wear for your New York elopement at City Hall. My answer? Whatever you love and makes you feel great! I have had couples get married jeans and others get married in evening gowns. A little sundress or matching kilts and everything in between. Hannah went the black w ..read more

I’ve been doing lots more marriage proposals lately which has been so much fun! Photographing a proposal is always fun challenge as you can be part spy, part photo ninja, part actor playing a part. In this particular Central Park sunset marriage proposal, I got to do the later. Chris had sold a story to his girlfriend Laura that they would be taking some headshots for their jobs, along with maybe some fun couple photos in the park one evening. (Side note: are you looking for headshots as well? That is in fact something I also love to do, you can click on over to my NYC Manhattan Headshots page ..read more

As an elopement photographer in NYC, I love tiny weddings. Small weddings in NYC are often restaurant weddings as they make a great venue for elopements with backrooms or areas that can act as a ceremony space and then the celebration meal is already built in! I’ve photographed tiny weddings at many different restaurant venues in the city, and this might be a new favorite location for small weddings in NYC! Ariel and Deepa decided to have their small wedding at Ci Siamo, a beautiful restaurant with a female chef (yeah!) way over on the west side that conveniently connects to the newest secti ..read more

It’s been awhile since I’ve shared a family session on the blog, so I figured it was high time I get some NYC family photography up to share! While of course the majority of my work revolves around couples and weddings, I have been doing more and more family sessions as of late, and I really enjoy them! As a family photographer in NYC it’s really fun to show off this great city and see it through the eyes of the littlest residents. As a mom myself, I’m always happy to run around with kiddos and get lots of laughs for great family photos! Central park is one of the spots I always recommend for ..read more

As a wedding photographer in New York who often documents more offbeat, non-traditional weddings; I have the joy of witnessing all sorts of different celebrations. From big to small, colorful, glittery to rustic and everything in between. I LOVE finding unique wedding venues in NYC and especially love when I get to work with a couple as unique and wonderful as André and Jonny. This wedding at Baylander Steel Beach was an amazing celebration and I’m so glad I got to be part of it. From the first phone call with these two amazing humans, I knew this wedding was going to be something special. N ..read more

So you’re thinking of eloping… Maybe you got overwhelmed with how many people to invite to your wedding. Maybe the cost of having a wedding and serving 200 people dinner was more than you imagined… Maybe you just wanted a day just for you and your partner to celebrate in your own way without any drama. Whatever the reason you’re deciding to elope? I’m here for it! Your wedding should be about you and your partner! I’m an elopement photographer in New York who has helped hundreds of couples from around the globe elope in NYC here are my top five reasons why you should elope in New York. Non-tr ..read more

How to Elope in NYC  So you’ve made the decision to get married in New York City? Awesome! I’ve lived in NYC since 2008 and I have to say, it’s an amazing place. One of the best parts? Literally anyone can get married here, and all you need is 24 hours, $35, a witness, and you’re set to go! But how exactly does it work? How do you get married in NYC? After photographing hundreds of elopements and helping many international couples from around the globe navigate the process of eloping in New York, I’m here to help. How to Get married in New York City PART 1: THE MARRIAGE LICENSE. How to ge ..read more

If you’re looking for a beautiful spot in NYC to get married with amazing light and no crowds, look no further then a sunrise elopement in Central Park. One of the many reasons I love elopements so much is there is a much greater chance for flexibility in time. You’re not having to worry about accommodating lots of guests so you can truly do whatever makes you the happiest. When couples ask me what time of day they should elope in New York, I often tell them how much I love sunrise. While some locations are much better for sunset if you’re considering lighting, Brooklyn Bridge Park is a prime ..read more

I love finding out about cool unique wedding venues in NYC. When the couple contacted me about their wedding at Governors Island Collective Retreats, I was so excited! I’ve been wanting to photograph a wedding on Governors Island forever, and this seemed like such a great spot to do so. For those unaware, Governors Island is a tiny island in the harbor just south of Manhattan. It’s history involves a lot of military use, but was reestablished as public parkland in the early 2000’s. Currently it’s a fun escape from the city and only accessible via a quick ferry ride from either the southern tip ..read more