I feel so honored to have been a part of this wedding, traveling all the way from one coast to another, celebrating with the couples closest friends and family. Back in March, when I first met Vanessa and Justin during their engagement session, there was no doubt in my mind that these two shared a love like no other. It was evident from the moment I met them, and all throughout their wedding day.

Justin was THE most organized groom I have ever met. He had all his items laid out on his bed when I arrived. Only thing missing was his black socks.

 

Justin is a big time Disney fan, so I had to throw this one in.

 

Loved the little Sesame Street themed items they had.

 

Now, this was a first for me. I’ve never been to a wedding where they’ve thrown rice afterwards as the bride and groom came out.

 

Party time started early on the bus ride over to the reception.

 

Gorgeous New York light. I don’t know what it is, but the light is different on the East Coast.

 

One of the best men had to poke fun at Justin and his love for Disney.

 

Vanessa and Justin didn’t have a garter toss, but instead had a dance off to see who got the garter. The 2 best men won, and had to put on a little show.

 

Thank you Vanessa and Justin, for allowing me to be there to capture your wedding day. Hope you guys enjoy Disney World!

I had first met Vanessa and Justin in April of 2008, when she emailed me about a photo she had seen from my personal project. A few months passed by, and she told me they had been recently engaged, and if I would be willing to photograph a wedding in New York. Are you kidding me?!?!?! Of course I would! Fast forward to today, and here I am in New York, shooting their engagement session and upcoming wedding in September.

We started our day in Brooklyn.

We then went to Brooklyn Heights Promenade, where Justin proposed to Vanessa.

 

This was the actual bench Justin proposed to Vanessa on. There was a lovely elderly lady occupying their bench, but she kindly obliged when I asked her if I could borrow the bench for a second. Thank you lovely bench lady.

 

Vanessa and Justin both attended Saint Francis College, so we had to grab a few shots inside.

 

Now, the story goes that everyday Justin came in to class, Vanessa would be checking Justin out, but Justin was too pre-occupied with other things to notice her.

 

Love these subway shots.

 

Times Square at night is as crazy as people say it is. I’ve never seen so many people around, especially so late at night.

 

In California, I don’t think I’ve ever come across a newsstand like the ones I’ve seen in New York. I really wanted to get a shot of them inside the stand and luckily the owner obliged. Thank you newsstand guy.

Thank you for sharing your lovely city with me guys! I look forward to coming back in September for your wedding!