In the bustling heart of Manhattan on a sunny afternoon, where just across the street there was a long line of 20-something women waiting for a big Reformation Sale, I had the privilege of photographing Rebecca and John at the Little Church. As a seasoned NYC wedding photographer, specializing in elopements and micro-weddings, I have had the privilege of witnessing countless tales of love, and it never gets old seeing how special each couples’ story and romance is.

The best way to get intimate fun photos in my opinion, is to embrace your wedding photographer as a guest/friend at your wedding. I’ll take care of the professional parts of being your vendor, but when you view me as a friend and let your guard down, it allows us so many opportunities to make magical photos! And that’s what Katie and Stan did. They invited me to eat with their family and friends and let me do my artistic creative thing all while chatting with me and sharing about life! It was laid back and 100% them.

For those who might not consider themselves fans of traditional family photoshoots, there are occasions that call for a more authentic approach. In the heart of Brooklyn, one such memorable experience unfolded as this sweet family embraced a cinematic documentary style to capture their everyday life.

Misha and Sahil flew in their closest family members all the way from Tennessee for this Brooklyn Bridge NYC Elopement!!

We had so much fun waking up so early for their sunrise elopement on the bridge! Brett got to perform a quick ceremony and everybody got to do lots of shots of 7am celebratory whiskey while early morning runners and Bridge walkers congratulated them!

I’m a photographer who is for non-rushed non-traditional wedding couples in New York City and the Tri-State area. Having a photographer who knows and loves the city is essential when you plan your elopement or micro wedding here. I champion your love and your story on your wedding day and work with you to create a customized wedding day, while also knowing whether we should take a train or a taxi and knowing what pizza is worth your time and money.

The vision for Day in the Life sessions is to capture New Yorkers (or any human anywhere, really) doing what they love, in places they love, with people they love.

And what I have found to be true, is that many creative professionals love their homes. Their homes are decorated with pizazz and curated with intention. It was no surprise to me upon walking into Reginald’s home that he feels alive and inspired in his home. He comes alive when he puts on his music and he could talk for hours about his wall art and its significance and influence over his life.

This New York City Upper West Side Photographer meets tourists for coffee and buys them local dessert, then takes them to Central Park for a one hour photo session. Stacie Stine says her guests love hearing about what it’s like to live in the city, they love supporting a local bakery, and they love learning fun facts about Central Park as they have professional photos taken of them! Stacie has so many hidden gem spots she loves to take her guests to. She is a one of a kind experience for New York Visitors.

Stories in general can inspire us, can reach into the depths of our souls with healing and restoration, and can forever change the course of our lives.

I also believe love is just as powerful.

Josie and Matt talk a lot about team work in their vows. They recognize that being married means being for each other and on each others’ team.

One of my favorite lines from Love Actually, is when Hugh Grant is narrating the end of the movie, he says, “Love is, actually, all around.” Further proof of that? Kelly and Dustin met at a gas station. Love can be found anywhere. At any place.

It feels like snorting magical unicorn dust every time I get to read a couples’ vows.

I love how a couples’ values and hearts for one another come out in their words. Especially if they’ve written their own vows.

A run down of the new products I’ve added to my shop!

I’m not surprised when I talk to couples who tell me they love my vows, but they can’t afford them. You just got married. Or you’re about to get married and your budget really might not be in a place to purchase custom calligraphy.

I can relate to that, so I thought I’d come up with an alternative plan for you. Now you can add your vows to your registry, so you don’t have to consider purchasing them after your wedding— because a kind wedding guest has already purchased them for you.

Hannah is what I would call a multi-potentialite. She’s interested in all the things, and pursuing all the things. She loves to cook and practices calligraphy. She’s getting her MBA and then pursuing medicine.

Her gift of singleness the past twenty-ish years hasn’t defined her, but it’s something I’ve appreciated about her story.

She’s journeyed so faithfully with the Lord through singleness and has shown me what it’s like to surrender our lives to Christ— she’s shown me what it’s like to “marry adventure” and what it’s like to be a single woman who desires marriage. She’s shown me that God is faithful, provides family, and epic experiences whether we’re in a relationship or not.

I’ve received packages from Etsy shops in the past that had nothing but an ugly slip of paper in them. I was always hoping for a little something more. Even if it was a cool looking business card.

I don’t just want my clients to feel a little extra love. I want them to actually enjoy what they’re unwrapping. Visually. Aesthetically.

So as I’ve been refining my packaging process, I’ve been considering what I can do to go the extra mile. I’ve narrowed it down to pretty water color name prints or sometimes a calligraphy print of one of my favorite quotes. Either way, my clients, THE PEOPLE WHO PAY MY BILLS—- they get something a little extra. A small thank you from a big heart.

If you're about to graduate with a nursing degree and you've worked your butt off the past few years, what would you do to celebrate? 

Not sure? Take some notes from Maddie--- she went to Vegas to see the Backstreet boys and relax by the pool. Teenage me, early twenties me, and Now-twenties me is fan-girling with jealousy and super jealous of the sun-rays she'll be picking up. 

For this photoshoot, Maddie wanted to kick over her nursing books and walk around the horticulture garden like a boss. I love how fun these turned out!