Francine and David's Rustic Adirondack Wedding on the Water

“Our wedding day was nothing short of magical. Looking at the pictures, it looks like a fantasy, but it was real. We were blessed by the pristine beauty and lush landscape of the Adirondack mountains in the heart of Summer. The timing of that day couldn't have been more perfect. The clouds created cover and color; the harp's dancing notes echoed in the ethereal woods; it rained as soon as the ceremony finished and people were in; and the passing downpour added hues and filtered the air in ways I had never seen before. Perhaps that's why the immediate moment is called the present. If we just breathe and be still, there are so many presents, and David and I were abundantly showered with gifts that day.”
~Francine on her wedding to David in the Adirondacks on the most perfect August evening.

To read more about Francine and Davids wedding, go to: https://saratogaliving.com/escape-adirondacks-wedding-water/

Cake: Classy Cakes by Andrea
Flowers: Sacandaga Flowers
Harpist: Karlinda Caldicott, The Living Harp
Guitarist: Scott Sanchez

Michaela & Alex, Wedding Barn at Lakota's Farm, Cambridge NY Wedding Photographer

Some couples project their love; it’s infectious. You feel it when you’re around them. It’s as if someone slips rose-covered glasses over your eyes. Their happiness becomes your happiness. This is what it’s like to be around Michaela and Alex.

These two lovebirds wed on September 1st, 2018 on the 36 rolling and pastoral acres of the historic Lakota’s Farm in Cambridge, NY. Adorned with rustic and homey accents creating a familial and warm space against the dreamy backdrop of exposed wooden beams and twinkling fairy lights. Even the horses caught the celebration fever; grazing and enjoying the sweltering late-summer heat that precurses the onset of autumn in Upstate NY. 

A tender and heartfelt ceremony officiated by the Groom's Aunt left everyone in the mood to eat, drink, and be merry. The champagne popping and flowing; smiles and excitement in every face. The joining of two people culminating into a joyous barn bash complete with a sputtering sparkler send-off for the newlyweds. 

Congratulations Michaela and Alex may your life together always be full of love and celebration! 

Lindsay & Nevada- Saratoga National Golf Club- Saratoga Springs, NY

Church- St Mary's Church Ballston Spa
Officiant- Father Vincent Zidek
Venue- Saratoga National Golf Club
Ceiling swags, dance floor, lights- Total Events
DJ- Cool cat entertainment- Vinny Liotta Sr
Flowers- Fleurtacious Designs
Hair & makeup- Make Me Fabulous
Wedding dress- Romona Keveza- from The White Dress by the Shore
Suits- Black by Vera Wang- Men's Wearhouse
Table numbers, invites, favors, cards- INK Fine Stationers 
Fireworks- Santore Fireworks
Ice luge and accessories- The Ice Man

Julia & Luca's Troy Engagement Session

Wow, we had so much fun photographing Julia & Luca's Engagement session and getting to know them and the city of Troy! The two met in college, they both attended Saint Rose, and got to know each other when they went on the same study abroad trip to China. I can't wait to capture their wedding this coming June at Crooked Lake House (they have so many fun ideas!)

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Alyssa & Alex's Inn at Saratoga Wedding

We had such a blast photographing Alyssa & Alex's Inn at Saratoga wedding this summer. It was a gorgeous day in downtown Saratoga Springs, so we snuck away to Congress Park for the first look and a visit from their dog, Lincoln. 

I loved all the little personal details at this wedding, a dessert table with goodies made by the moms and sisters, even the cake was made by the Mother of the Groom. The flowers for the centerpieces where assembled by the Brides mom and family with flowers from a local farm. 

Venue/Catering: The Inn at Saratoga 
Florist: Balet Flowers & Design 
Hair & Makeup: Saratoga Esthetics
DJ: Andy Pratt 
Stationer: VistaPrint 
Dress Designer: Hayley Paige 
Officiant: Chaplain Claudia Meyer

Laura & Josh- Mill Valley, CA

Laura and Josh tied the knot (literally) with the help of the fabulous officiant Laurel Kidd, beneath the red woods in Mill Valley California. Laura's dress by Essence of Australia from Lilly Saratoga in New York, blended seamlessly with the beautiful surroundings. She looked as beautiful on the outside as I know this amazing woman to be on the inside.
The day was absolutely perfect,thanks in part to the amazing Jayne Greenberg from Just Jayne Events! Frantoio Ristorante welcomed the new bride and groom for their reception with a great staff and incredible food. 
I wish I could put into words the love that is shared between these two, but I can't, the best I can do is share the pictures.

Over the last couple years, I have been lucky enough to call these two wonderful people friends, and I will miss them so. 

 

Wedding Planner  Jayne Greenberg Just Jayne Events

Ceremony Old Mill Park Amphitheater Mill Valley, CA

Reception Venue Frantoio Ristorante

Laura's Getting Ready Location Mill Valley Inn

Officiant Laurel Kidd Laurel Kidd Celebrations

Florist Gayle Nicoletti BloominGayle's

Dress Essence of Australia from Lily's Saratoga

Hair Kara Ghilotti Salon Dagaz

Make-Up Christina Flach Pretty Girl Make-Up

Cake Christian Roder Krumbs Cakes

Paper Products Ram Print and Communications

Laura's Ring Brilliant Earth

Josh's Ring Lily and David Fine Jewelry

DJ Grand Slam DJ's

 

Colleen & Kyle- Upstate NY

I could not have asked for a more beautiful weekend to be photographing Colleen & Kyle's wedding. The weather was incredible, and the thought and love that was put into all the details made this day even more special. It was a blast getting to know these two, and their wonderful families along the way. 

Videography: Lovecraft Productions

Hair and Makeup: Make Me Fabulous

Catering: Mazzone Hospitality 

Dress: Lily Saratoga

Music: DJ Trumastr

Lora & Josh- Spa State Park in Saratoga Springs NY

These two where such troopers hanging out with me bright and early to get these sunrise engagement photos. It was freezing out this day (and if it was cold by my native New Yorker status, one can only imagine how these to Californians were holding up), but the fall foliage, sunrise, and their infectious love and laughter made it all worth while. I can't wait to photograph their wedding in California this May!