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    Photography

    Maryna + Tyler

    Oct 06 2022

    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,

     

    Their day finally came!!  Maryna and Tyler’s wedding day has been planned for a couple of years due to Covid and we just had their Engagement session (below) excitedly talking about their Wedding day coming up and before we knew it, their day had come! They were married at the stunning LaLuna in downtown Rochester, with their closest friends and family on a beautiful September day.

     

    Before their ceremony we all met at a little section of High Falls for Tyler’s first look of Maryna. The bridal party saw her first then Tyler had to take a deep breath to hold himself up as he turned around to see his beautiful Bride.

    High Falls, Rochester, NY, first look, bride, groom,

    After giving them a few minutes to greet each other and hug, we were lucky enough to have some shade where we needed it so we jumped right into bridal party photos and we had to capture the beautiful bouquets from Green Gables Florist!

    Once bridal party was done, we jumped right into bridal portraits between Maryna and Tyler! (This is always my favorite part of the day!) Their love for one another is easily captured and we had the best time! The lighting was perfect but it was hot so I wanted to make sure I was keeping them comfortable in the shade as much as possible. Before we knew it, it was time for their ceremony!

    Their guests started to arrive at LaLuna and the sun was shining! It was a beautiful setting. The ceremony started and Maryna made her way down the aisle to Tyler. Their vows were said and they had their kiss! Finally they were married! So much waiting led to this day and I couldn’t be happier for them!!

    The rest of their day was a dream and I couldn’t run right home to start editing their gallery! Here are a few of our favorite images from their day!

    bride, makeup, photography
    bride, photography

    bride, bridesmaids
    bridesmaids, bride

    high falls, rochester, ny, wedding, couple, photography, photographer
    Rochester, NY, LaLuna, Wedding, Venue, photography, couple, bride, groom, shoes

    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,
    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,

    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,
    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress, Green Gables Florist,

    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,
    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,

    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,
    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,

    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,
    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,

    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,
    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,

    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,
    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,

    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,
    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,

    Rochester, NY, High Falls, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Cobblestone, dress,
    high falls, rochester, ny, wedding, couple, photography, photographer

    high falls, rochester, ny, wedding, couple, photography, photographer
    high falls, rochester, ny, wedding, couple, photography, photographer

    Rochester, NY, LaLuna, Wedding, Venue, photography, couple, bride, groom, ceremony
    Rochester, NY, LaLuna, Wedding, Venue, photography, couple, bride, groom, ceremony

    Rochester, NY, LaLuna, Wedding, Venue, photography, couple, bride, groom, cake
    Rochester, NY, LaLuna, Wedding, Venue, photography, couple, bride, groom,

    Rochester, NY, LaLuna, Wedding, Venue, photography, couple, bride, groom,
    Rochester, NY, LaLuna, Wedding, Venue, photography, couple, bride, groom,

    Rochester, NY, LaLuna, Wedding, Venue, photography, couple, bride, groom,
    Sparler exit, wedding, LaLuna, Rochester, NY, photography

    LaLuna, Rochester, NY, Wedding, Venue, dancing

    Tagged: green gables florist, high falls, LaLuna, NY, Photographers, Photography, Rochester, venue, wedding dress Categorized: Weddings

    Tyler + Maryna | Engagement Session

    Jun 02 2022

    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,

    Maryna and Tyler contacted me back in March of 2019 to book their Wedding date and before we knew it – Covid was taking over the world. They contacted me and asked to move their date to September of 2022, I was so glad I wasn’t booked! We moved their date and just scheduled their Engagement session a couple months ago. Our first session date got completely rained out so we shifted to this past Tuesday and we met at the beautiful Webster Park in Webster, NY. Let me tell you – it was meant to be! The lighting was perfect, the air was not too hot, not too cold, slight breeze, it was gorgeous!

    We started at a section of the park where I spotted some sun coming through the trees while scoping the parks out and knowing it would grow dark in this location first, I knew we had to start there.

    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,

     

    We made our way from this part of the park and went down to another little section that would soon be dark and used the bridge! They were such naturals!! They picked  up on my posing within minutes and magic was happening!

    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,

     

    After the bridge we made our way to the water front part of the park, giving the sun just enough time to start departing for the evening and gave us an awesome show!

     

    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,

     

    We ended our evening and I knew I had to come home to edit these right away! I couldn’t wait! Here are just a few of my favorites from the session! They brought the HEAT and I can’t wait to celebrate their wedding in September!

    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,
    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,

    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,
    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,

    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,
    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,

    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,
    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,

    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,
    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,

    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,
    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,

    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,
    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,

    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,
    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,

    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,
    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,

    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,
    Webster Park, couple, bride, groom, engagement, session, photography, photographer, sunset, beach,

     

     

    Tagged: beach, Bride, Caledonia, couple, dress, Engagement, Groom, NY, Park, Photographer, Photography, Session, Sunset, waterfront, Webster Categorized: Engagements

    Joel + Katie

    Apr 07 2022

    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session

    Katie’s Mom contacted me a few months ago asking if I was available for a date in June for her daughter’s wedding and was elated to say that we were! I chatted with her about their day and when I looked up their venue (to be announced at a later date), I was over the moon in love! Joel, Katie and I discussed some of their details and I knew it would be a dream wedding!!

    Over the next few weeks, Joel and I texted a few questions and answers back and forth and we finally landed on a date for an Engagement session! Yay!! We met at Black Creek Park in North Chili and the weather was nice 61 degrees, little breeze and some nice clouds but I could tell Katie was a little chilly so I knew tonight was about cuddles to keep warm!

    Within 3 minutes I could tell we were going to have a great session! Their smiles were contagious and immediately I could see why they were getting married, they beamed for each other. They told me they hadn’t had a lot of practice before and I told them I didn’t believe them lol, they were NATURALS! No fake smiles here guys!!

    We had so much fun walking around the park and showing them our posing techniques for their wedding day and by the end, I knew we would be golden on their wedding day. I can’t wait to celebrate with them in June but for now, here are a few of our favorites!!

    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session
    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session

    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session
    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session

    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session
    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session

    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session
    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session

    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session
    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session

    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session
    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session

    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session
    Engagement, Couple, park, Black Creek Park, Rochester, NY, upstate, photographer, photography, session

     

     

     

     

    Tagged: Black Creek Park, Engagement, North Chili, NY, outdoor, Photographer, Photography, Session, Upstate Categorized: Engagements

    Matt + Sarah

    Feb 11 2022

    Lamberton Conservatory, Highland Park, Rochester, NY, Photographer, Photography, engagement, session, cactus, greenroom,

    Matt and Sarah contacted me last year to discuss their wedding plans for May of 2022 and all the beautiful details to come. I couldn’t wait to start planning their Engagement session this winter however the snow didn’t seem to come at the times we needed it to or with little warning for planning so instead I suggested one of my favorite locations, Lamberton Conservatory at Highland Park. I love the gardens inside and the private session time gives us the freedom to walk through without anyone in our shot. I must admit though, the cactus room is my favorite, it has the most beautiful glowy light coming in!!

    We made our way from garden to garden and while I was showing them some of the most common posing we will be using for their wedding day, little by little their confidence started to come out and their natural smiles started to shine! It’s very normal to feel a little shy when first starting your engagement session but it is my job to show you how to relax and enjoy your time with your fiancé. They did just that! I am so excited I had the chance to work with them for the first time in a non stressful environment, they will be ready for their wedding day when we are in much more of a time crunch!

    Here’s a few of my favorites from their session!

    Lamberton Conservatory, Highland Park, Rochester, NY, Photographer, Photography, engagement, session, cactus, greenroom,
    Lamberton Conservatory, Highland Park, Rochester, NY, Photographer, Photography, engagement, session, cactus, greenroom,

    Lamberton Conservatory, Highland Park, Rochester, NY, Photographer, Photography, engagement, session, cactus, greenroom,
    Lamberton Conservatory, Highland Park, Rochester, NY, Photographer, Photography, engagement, session, cactus, greenroom,

    Lamberton Conservatory, Highland Park, Rochester, NY, Photographer, Photography, engagement, session, cactus, greenroom,
    Lamberton Conservatory, Highland Park, Rochester, NY, Photographer, Photography, engagement, session, cactus, greenroom,

    Lamberton Conservatory, Highland Park, Rochester, NY, Photographer, Photography, engagement, session, cactus, greenroom,

    Tagged: Destiny Burke Photography, Engagement, highland park, lamberton conservatory, NY, Photographer, Photography, Rochester, Session Categorized: Engagements

    Dan + Amanda

    Oct 26 2021

    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom

     

    Amanda first contacted me two years ago and told me all about her and her fiancé, Dan. She told me that they would be getting married on Halloween and their day sounded so perfect! The location they chose was a beautiful one and I looked forward to their big day. As all of my stories go these days, Covid had other plans and Amanda and Dan were devastated that they needed to postpone their beautiful wedding day.

    We discussed future dates and thankfully I had their new wedding date available and we shifted gears as this new wedding plan would be located in the stunning Catskill mountains in October of 2021. I couldn’t wait!

    My assistant shooter and I made the 3.5 hour trip and staid in the charming Upper Delaware Inn which is about 12 minutes from the breathtaking Estates by Brophy where the wedding was being held and where the couple was staying. There are two amazing lodge (mansions by any sense of the word) where the bride and groom sleep and prep the morning of. At the other point of the triangular property, was the stunning outdoor ceremony location where Amanda and Dan saw all of their wedding dreams come true with bench seating and a beautiful arch placed perfectly in front of a river and a Catskills mountain as the backdrop. It was stunning. With a 1% chance of rain, we were in the clear. Or so we thought!

    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom

    The day of the wedding came and even with such a low chance, it started to rain and the couple had to make the hard choice to move the ceremony into the location that their reception was being set up. I peeked my head in to see if I was able to capture some details and Amanda and Dan’s incredible wedding planner, (also named Amanda from Amanda Errands and Events) was taking an entire reception area down and transforming it to a last minute ceremony site. When I say I was  impressed with what she did with the space on such a short notice, it would be a huge understatement!! Their day may not have gone as planned but what a beautiful wedding ceremony they had and even more, all that mattered to Dan and Amanda was that they would be married by the end of the day.

    After the sweet ceremony done by Celebrations by Michele, we took a little time to do some family formals as the rain paused for just a short time. After finishing up, we took some time for the bridal party and it started to sprinkle again. We hurried through and the time came to get some portraits of Dan and Amanda. I was so thankful for this moment because I knew that we had worked together at their Engagement session and they knew my posing. Within 5 minutes, we had multiple poses, both traditional and creative in case it started to pour. We worked through a set of different poses then grabbed some umbrellas and decided to go see what scenery we could get from walking some of the beautiful paths on the property while the rain was light enough for us to do so.

    I was so grateful that this area of New York held some color for their big day! It was lovely to shoot up against the yellow and oranges of the Catskills! Afterwards, we headed back up where the reception hall was getting ready for their introductions! They had a super fun reception with DJ Crewz and a lovely first dance as husband and wife.

    We were so thankful to be a part of Amanda and Dan’s Wedding day, I can’t say enough of how sweet this couple was and how stunning their wedding turned out!  Here are a few of my favorites while their gallery is being completed!

    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom
    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom

    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom
    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom

    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom
    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom

    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom
    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom

    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom
    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom

    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom
    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom

    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom
    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom

    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom
    Estates by Brophy, DeerRidge, Catskills, Mountains, fall, autumn, wedding, bride, groom

    Tagged: Amandas Errands and Events, Autumn, Bride, Catskill, celebrations by Michele, DeerRidge, Estates by Brophy, Fall, Groom, Hancock, Marriage, Mountains, NY, Photographers, Photography, Riverview, Wedding Categorized: Weddings

    Brian + Riane

    Sep 23 2021

    Max of Eastman Place, Rochester, NY, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Trees, dress, blue tux, benches, brick walkway, mirrored glass, downtown rochester, ROC, bride, groom, marriage

    Riane’s Maid of Honor had mentioned that she should look at my website last September for wedding photography. When she contacted me and told me all about the details of their day, I knew their time line was perfect for photographs in/around Rochester and I was ESTATIC when they booked!

    When I arrived to Riane’s parent’s house the morning of their wedding, I saw the bridemaid’s in their stunning burnt orange dresses getting ready then Riane as she walked down the stairs in her robe, about to get dressed. She looked beautiful and I couldn’t wait to see her in her wedding dress! We took a few minutes to capture everyone getting their finishing touches wrapped up, Riane in her dress and headed out to have a first look with her Dad. There wasn’t a dry eye in the house. It was a very touching moment for all.

    First Look, dress, wedding, dress

    We then headed off to St Monica in Rochester for the ceremony. It is a B-E-A-UTIFUL church with lots of natural light inside and out. The music began to play and one by one each of the bridemaid’s made their way down the aisle until it was Riane and her Dad’s turn. Everyone turned to look as they made their way down the aisle and Brian choked back tears and just looked her and gleamed. They met at the alter and Riane’s Dad handed her hand to Brian as they made their way to Father Ray. They had an amazing ceremony as their friends and family watched on and also vowed to be a part of the strength in their marriage.

    Rochester, Wedding, St Monica, Church, Bride, Groom, Wedding day, ceremony

     

    After they kissed, they walked back down the aisle as husband and wife and shared another kiss before heading out of the church to start family formal photographs. After family formals were done, we switched gears to Bridal portraits between husband and wife and I am IN LOVE with how they came out!

    St Monica, Church, Rochester, bride, groom, Wedding, kiss, upstate, NY

    We let the family go on ahead to the reception as we finished our portraits at the church and then made our way to High Falls for some bridal party fun! Those burnt orange dresses paired next to the navy blue suits were a perfect blend! Those beautiful bouquets are just stunning and were done by the very talented Jodi Rowcliffe!

    Bridal Party, bridesmaids, groomsmen, bride, groom, rochester, upstate, ny, wedding, high falls, downtown, flowers, bouquet, wedding party, wedding party of 8,

    We finished up the bridal party photographs and made our way to Highland Park for a quick shoot with just Riane and Brian before making our way to Max of Eastman Place in Rochester where we finished out portraits in the STUNNING twinkle light courtyard! These were some of my absolute favorites from their day!

    Max of Eastman, Rochester, wedding, courtyard, twinkle lights, bench, bride, groom, wedding, day, upstate, ny, photography, photographer, dress, bouquet

     

    Because of the ample time Riane and Brian left us for photography, we were able to sneak in for some details shots of the reception hall before anyone came in to sit. Before introductions, Riane asked if we minded following them to their favorite bar, Salingers, just a block away so they could have a quick drink and I knew we would be able to get a few good shots of them getting to take it easy for a few moments before the rest of the night continued!

    Salingers, Rochester, East Ave, Bar, Wedding, bride, groom, rochester, downtown,

     

    We left the wedding party and walked back to Max of Eastman Place to get ready for introductions and dances! Once the introductions were done, we got to witness (and capture) dances between Riane and her Dad, then Brian and his beautiful mother. THERE. WERE. SO. MANY. TEARS! And DJ Keyyo from Roc The Party did an amazing job!

    Max of Eastman Place, Dancing, wedding, photography, photographer, first dance, twinkle lights, father of the bride, mother of the bride, black and white, color

    We finished up dances and started dinner where we had an amazing meal and went outside to give the wedding rings their proper photoshoot before our time was complete with this beautiful couple, and of course I found the twinkle lights!

    Jodi Rowclffe, Bouquet, flowers, florals, rings, wedding, bride, groom, twinkle lights, roses, pink roses, wedding rings

     

    I couldn’t wait to come home to edit my favorites from their day! The weather, the locations, the colors, the love… it was all perfect. We are so thankful we were trusted to capture their day. Congratulations Brian and Riane! It was our absolute pleasure to document your stunning wedding day!!

    Here are some of my favorites (sorry, not sorry, it was really hard to narrow them down haha!)

     

    St Monica, Church, Rochester, upstate, ny, roc, wedding, kiss, bride, groom
    St Monica, Church, Rochester, upstate, ny, roc, wedding, kiss, bride, groom

    St Monica, Church, Rochester, upstate, ny, roc, wedding, kiss, bride, groom
    St Monica, Church, Rochester, upstate, ny, roc, wedding, kiss, bride, bouquet

    St Monica, Church, Rochester, upstate, ny, roc, wedding, kiss, bride, groom
    St Monica, Church, Rochester, upstate, ny, roc, wedding, kiss, bride, groom

    St Monica, Church, Rochester, upstate, ny, roc, wedding, kiss, bride, groom
    St Monica, Church, Rochester, upstate, ny, roc, wedding, kiss, bride, groom

    St Monica, Church, Rochester, upstate, ny, roc, wedding, kiss, bride, groom
    bride, gown, dress, bouquet, jodi rowcliffe

    downtown, rochester, high falls, wedding, rochester, ny, cobblestone, burnt orange, dress, bride, bridesmaids


    Max of Eastman Place, Downtown, Rochester, banquet, wedding, event, tables, rochester, Ny, upstate

    Max of Eastman Place, Downtown, Rochester, banquet, wedding, event, tables, rochester, Ny, upstate
    Max of Eastman Place, Downtown, Rochester, banquet, wedding, event, tables, rochester, Ny, upstate

    Max of Eastman Place, Downtown, Rochester, banquet, wedding, event, tables, rochester, Ny, upstate
    Max of Eastman Place, Downtown, Rochester, banquet, wedding, event, tables, rochester, Ny, upstate

    Max of Eastman Place, Downtown, Rochester, banquet, wedding, event, tables, rochester, Ny, upstate, bride, groom, dance
    Max of Eastman Place, Downtown, Rochester, banquet, wedding, event, tables, rochester, Ny, upstate, bride, father, dance

    Max of Eastman Place, Downtown, Rochester, banquet, wedding, event, tables, rochester, Ny, upstate, groom, mother, dance
    Max of Eastman Place, Downtown, Rochester, banquet, wedding, event, tables, rochester, Ny, upstate, groom, mother, dance

    Jodi Rowclffe, Bouquet, flowers, florals, rings, wedding, bride, groom, twinkle lights, roses, pink roses, wedding rings

    Tagged: Bride, burnt orange, ceremony, church, courtyard, crying, dances, Destiny Burke Photography, downtown, event, Groom, high falls, highland park, jodi rowcliffe florals, max of eastman place, navy blue, Photographer, Photography, Rochester, Salingers, st monica church, Wedding Categorized: Weddings

    Brian + Caralyn

    Sep 03 2021

     

    Caralyn and I have known each other since our younger school days and she has trusted me to take her family’s photographs over the last few years. While it was always great to see them once a year, it was a TREAT when Caralyn told me that her and Brian had gotten engaged and she wanted me to photograph their wedding!

    Over the next months, we decided to meet up for coffee every few weeks to become closer friends and of course, talk wedding details! She told me about the fall colors of her bridesmaids dresses and what visions she had for their alter that a friend was building for them. I couldn’t wait to see it all come together! Weeks came and went and as we got closer, Caralyn showed her concerns for the weather showing for stormy but I assured her not to pay too close attention to that until we were days away… unfortunately even the eve of their wedding it showed storms throughout the day and we were trying to come up with a way to keep everyone covered during the outdoor ceremony. We met at the rehearsal that evening and when Caralyn’s father was asked to lead us in prayer he said “The weather man says one thing, Lord, but you say another… ” and after the rest of his touching prayer for their wedding day, we all said “Amen”.

    The next morning, I immediately jumped out of bed to check the weather forecast and to my absolute shock, all the rain predicted vanished and it was set to be a clear day!! It was truly a miracle!

    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,

     

    After photographing Brian and his groomsmen, we switched gears to Caralyn and her bridesmaids before allowing them all to get in cooler air before the ceremony started. Beautiful music started to play as we watched the processional began. We watched each of the bridesmaids walk down the aisle before Caralyn made her entrance. Once she was visible to Brian, it was obvious that to each other, they were the only ones there in that moment. Her Dad flashed her a big smile and she gracefully walked her way to Brian who had been choked up since he first saw her. They had an amazing ceremony and a beautiful kiss to seal the deal!

    We went on to family formals and bridal party photos with their various colors but then onto my favorite part of the day which is Bridal portraits between the couple! We didn’t have long before they were being announced into their reception so we did some portraits in the pathway near the lodge and planned to go back out after dinner when the sun would be lower to the horizon line and that’s exactly what we did!

    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,

    After dinner and some dancing, we went out for more Bridal portraits, where Brian and Caralyn were able to have a little alone time as I asked them to cuddle on the bench under a beautiful tree, then ended with a trip to the ice cream truck they had hired for dessert. (9 Cone Cone) I couldn’t let this opportunity pass me by so we documented them having their wedding day treat in lieu of cake before Dan and I left for the evening. I’m so glad we did!

    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, 9-Cone Cone, Ice Cream, Truck

    I am so humbled when Clients trust me with their wedding days, always, but when a friend allows you to capture the day as you saw it, it pulls on the heartstrings just a little more. Congratulations Brian & Caralyn!!

    Here are a few of our favorite from their day!

    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers, Ring shot
    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,

    fall colors, bridesmaids, Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,
    fall colors, bridesmaids, Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,

    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,
    kiss, Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,

    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,
    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,

    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,
    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,

    Black creek park, wedding party, fall colors, bride, groom, photography, photographer, north chili, ny
    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,

    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,
    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,

    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,
    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,

    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,
    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,

    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,
    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,

    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, silk flowers,
    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, 9-Cone Cone, Ice Cream, Truck

    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, 9-Cone Cone, Ice Cream, Truck
    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, 9-Cone Cone, Ice Cream, Truck

    Black Creek Park, North Chili, NY, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Bride, Groom, 9-Cone Cone, Ice Cream, Truck

    Tagged: 9 Cone Cone, Black Creek Park, Bride, Destiny Burke Photography, Groom, ice cream truck, lodge, nature, North Chili, NY, paths, Photographer, Photography, pond, Ring, Weddings Categorized: Weddings

    Dan + Amanda

    Aug 23 2021

    Engagement, Couple, Love, Photography, Bridge, Al Lorenz Park, Mt Morris, NY

     

    Amanda and Dan both connected with me back in 2019 regarding their wedding planned for October of 2020. As the story goes for 2020, Covid brought everything to a screeching halt and Dan and Amanda chose to postpone the wedding until it was a bit safer for everyone. They planned their new wedding date for October 2021 at a beautiful location (that you will see coming in a future blog post!).

    As I always tell every couple, their Engagement session is more than just pretty pictures to have in your memory box of a short lived milestone but a great way for you to learn how your photographer will work with you on your wedding day. We met at Al Lorenz Park in Mt Morris and after just a few short minutes, Dan and Amanda were like naturals and gaining confidence throughout their session. It wasn’t long before I had them doing some advanced posing techniques and the sun was falling right into line behind them! Their Engagement photos are forever documented and they will also be a lot more confident on their wedding day with their posing! I am so excited to share this next chapter with you when they finally say “I do!”

    Here are just a few of my favorite images of their Engagement session!

    Engagement, Couple, Love, Photography, Bridge, Al Lorenz Park, Mt Morris, NY
    Engagement, Couple, Love, Photography, Bridge, Al Lorenz Park, Mt Morris, NY

    Engagement, Couple, Love, Photography, Bridge, Al Lorenz Park, Mt Morris, NY
    Engagement, Couple, Love, Photography, Bridge, Al Lorenz Park, Mt Morris, NY

    Engagement, Couple, Love, Photography, Bridge, Al Lorenz Park, Mt Morris, NY
    Engagement, Couple, Love, Photography, Bridge, Al Lorenz Park, Mt Morris, NY

    Engagement, Couple, Love, Photography, Bridge, Al Lorenz Park, Mt Morris, NY
    Engagement, Couple, Love, Photography, Bridge, Al Lorenz Park, Mt Morris, NY

    Engagement, Couple, Love, Photography, Bridge, Al Lorenz Park, Mt Morris, NY

    Tagged: Al, Engagement, Lorez Park, Mt Morris, NY, Photographer, Photography, Session Categorized: Engagements

    Nate + Chelsea

    Apr 22 2021

    Nate and Chelsea had planned a wedding of their dreams and as the story recently goes…. Covid hit. The state shut everything down at 8pm that evening and within hours to go before the shut down, they decided to head to the court house and knew the only thing that mattered going into a global pandemic was that they were married. They contacted me afterwards and we planned to meet at another time and date so we could capture their formal bridal portraits.

     

    After so many unknowns last year, we agreed to wait until the cherry blossoms bloomed at Highland Park and after a full year, we were finally meeting! We met at the Lamberton Conservatory and surprisingly had the entire area to ourselves and they looked AMAZING!

    We started with some formal portraits but the real fun came when they showed me their leather jackets and told me it was more their personality and I was in LOVE!

    We spent the evening under the cherry blossoms and it didn’t take long for these two creating beautiful images for their long awaited bridal portraits. We had a cloudy day which allowed for us to start shooting earlier I LOVE how it gave us a little more time! It was a PLEASURE getting to know these two a little more during our session and my only hope is that these images were worth the wait! Happy Anniversary Mr & Mrs Jay!

    Tagged: anniversary, bridal portraits, cherry blossom, highland, Park, Photography, Rochester, Session, Wedding Categorized: Anniversary

    Joey + Dominica

    Sep 21 2019

    Lamberton Conservatory, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Moss, Bride, Groom

    The Couple

    Dominica and Joey first reached out to me last year to set up a Bridal Consultation so we could meet and see if I was a good match to their wedding photography needs. Little did we realize, this would be the start to a beautiful friendship! As we sat at a diner and chatted, I realized this couple was exactly why I wanted to capture love; and they booked their wedding and engagement sessions with me that afternoon!

    We arrived at their engagement session, the fireworks started and I began to LOVE working with them!! Here’s one of my favorite images from their engagement session last year!

    Corbetts Glen Brighton, NY Engagement Photographer
    Corbetts Glen

    Growing their family

    When Dominica contacted me and told me that they were so happy to announce they were expecting, I couldn’t believe I was lucky enough to be chosen to photograph so many memories to come! From a baby shower, gender reveal, maternity sessions in the snow and Mommy and Me portraits with their new little bundle of joy, I have come to absolutely fall in love with this little family! Here’s a few of my favorite images from our sessions over the last year!

    The Wedding Day

    After many sessions with Joey and Dominica, I had no doubt that their wedding day portraits would be epic! We started at the Double Tree Hotel in Rochester where the girls started their preparations. Dominica’s dress hung on a personalized hanger on a beautiful mirror in the room. Her bridesmaids helping from all angles to make everything perfect.

    Wedding, Photography, Double Tree Hotel, Rochester, NY

    Once the girls were ready to go, we headed down to the limo and onward to Chapel Hill for their ceremony! I have never photographed in this church before so when I first stepped in, I was awe-stricken. What a breathtaking site. Dominica’s father walked her down the aisle to an awaiting and anxious Joey and for the first time ever, I saw a tear roll down her cheek and I was no longer able to separate photographer from friend and got a little choked up. What an amazing moment to be able to witness.

    • Wedding, Photography, Chapel Hill, Rochester, NY
    • Wedding, Photography, Chapel Hill, Rochester, NY
    • Wedding, Photography, Chapel Hill, Rochester, NY

    After some laughs, tears and a sand ceremony, they were introduced as Man and Wife! We headed outside for some family portraits and before we knew it, we were back in the limo to go tour some of Rochester’s best photo locations! We first stopped at the Martin Luther King Jr Memorial in Manhattan Square and took advantage of the gorgeous stairway falls.

    Wedding, Photography, Martin Luther King Memorial, Rochester, NY, Photography

    Dominica and Joey hadn’t eaten in a while so what’s a wedding party to do? Stop for some Wendys Spicy Nuggets, that’s what!

    Bride, Groom, Wendys, Eating, Fast Food

    We then ventured off to the STUNNING Warner Castle/Sunken Gardens at Highland Park and had some fun with the arches, stone walls and stair cases!

    • Sunken Gardens, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Confetti, Bride, Groom, Warner Castle, Highland Park
    • Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Warner Castle, Sunken Gardens, Bride, Groom
    • Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Warner Castle, Sunken Gardens, Bride, Groom

    From there, we hopped in the limo and took a short trip to the Lamberton Conservatory where we were greeted by some ducks, turtles, beautiful moss and more stunning views each room you entered and personally, my favorite part of the bridal portraits 🙂

    • Lamberton Conservatory, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Moss, Bride, Groom
    • Lamberton Conservatory, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Moss, Bride, Groom
    • Lamberton Conservatory, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Moss, Bride, Groom

    After spending about 30 minutes here, we headed to our last stop and reception location, back at the Double Tree Hotel where there were tables of sweets, a beautiful draped dancefloor and all their friends and family waiting to spend their evening celebrating them. It was a glorious event and I am honored to have spent it with them!!

    It was impossible to only choose a few but here are some of my absolute favorites from their big day! It’s amazing to watch your clients’ visions come to life and come together like a true fairytale. (And it helps when you look like a real life princess!)

    • Wedding, Photography, Double Tree Hotel, Rochester, NY
    • Wedding, Photography, Double Tree Hotel, Rochester, NY
    • Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Warner Castle, Sunken Gardens, Bride, Groom
    • Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Warner Castle, Sunken Gardens, Bride, Groom
    • Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Warner Castle, Sunken Gardens, Bride, Groom
    • Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Warner Castle, Sunken Gardens, Bride, Groom
    • Wedding, Photography, Lamberton Conservatory, Rochester, NY, Photographer
    • Wedding, Photography, Lamberton Conservatory, Rochester, NY, Photographer
    • Wedding, Photography, Lamberton Conservatory, Rochester, NY, Photographer
    • Wedding, Photography, Lamberton Conservatory, Rochester, NY, Photographer
    • Wedding, Photography, Martin Luther King Memorial, Rochester, NY, Photography
    • Warner Castle, Rochester, NY, Wedding, Photography
    • Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Warner Castle, Sunken Gardens, Bride, Groom
    • Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Warner Castle, Sunken Gardens, Bride, Groom
    • Warner Castle, Rochester, NY, Wedding, Photography
    • Sunken Gardens, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Confetti, Bride, Groom, Warner Castle, Highland Park
    • Lamberton Conservatory, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Moss, Bride, Groom
    • Lamberton Conservatory, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Moss, Bride, Groom
    • Lamberton Conservatory, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Moss, Bride, Groom
    • Lamberton Conservatory, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Moss, Bride, Groom
    • Lamberton Conservatory, Rochester, Wedding, Photography, Photographer, Moss, Bride, Groom

    Tagged: Chapel Hill, Conservatory, Engagement, Lamberton, Photography, Portraits, Rochester, Wedding Categorized: Weddings

    Alex & Tiffany

    Aug 10 2019

    Deerfield Wedding Photography
    Deerfield Country Club

    Preparations

    Arriving into the bridal suite, there was a sea of beautiful ladies buzzing around getting hair and makeup completed. I found Tiffany and gave her a big hug! I couldn’t wait to capture these beautiful moments for them! Girls have so much fun!!

    • Deerfield Wedding Photography
    • Deerfield Wedding Photography
    • Deerfield Wedding Photography
    • Deerfield Wedding Photography
    • Deerfield Wedding Photography
    • Deerfield Wedding Photography
    • Deerfield Wedding Photography

    The Ceremony

    Their Ceremony was nothing short of stunning! Beautiful sunlight shining from above and a soft breeze coming from the east. Alex and Tiffany shared their vows and had a hand ceremony. A few family members read their own passages and Tiffany and Alex sealed their marriage with a kiss. It was genuinely beautiful to watch.

    Deerfield Wedding Photography

    The Reception

    Deerfield Wedding Photography

    The happy couple shared their first dance as Husband and Wife while family and friends looked on. A few laughs and dips on onlookers smiled in joy for both of them. So many proud faces.

    Deerfield Wedding Photography

    During speeches, Tiffany’s Dad gave a speech that helped me learn a little more who Tiffany and Alex are. Caring, tender and loving were just some of the words used and it was an emotional speech, even for me!

    Sunset Bridal Portraits

    After dinner, Alex, Tiffany and I hurried outside before dancing began to soak up some of the yummy light that was dipping through the trees of the beautiful Deerfield Country Club. Here’s just a few of my favorites!

    • Deerfield Wedding Photography
    • Deerfield Wedding Photography
    • Deerfield Wedding Photography
    • Deerfield Wedding Photography
    • Deerfield Wedding Photography
    • Deerfield Wedding Photography
    • Deerfield Wedding Photography
    • Deerfield Wedding Photography
    • Deerfield Wedding Photography

    So many amazing people came to wish your marriage the best of wishes, Tiffany and Alex, and I wish you the absolute same! It was an honor to be a part of your special day!!

    Tagged: Brockport, Club, Country, Deerfield, NY, Photography, Wedding Categorized: Weddings

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