Designer and TV show host, Taniya Nayak.
11.03.2009
10.23.2009
Wedding, Theresa = Nick
If a man and a woman on different sides of the armed forces--Navy and Air Force, respectively--can fall in love and get married at West Point, an Army academy, then surely there's a chance for world peace, right? ;-) Seriously, it's no wonder this couple got together because they're both individually very distinguished and accomplished. I feel honored to have been with them on their wedding day and very much appreciate their service to this country.
Cutting the cake with swords! Is that fresh or what?
This wedding cake right here? Chocolate cake AND chocolate mousse AND angel food cake AND strawberries?!?! Best I've ever had, hands down.
A lovely moment.
Keep safe, you two, and thanks again for keeping us safe!
10.14.2009
Wedding, Nichole = Mike
I admit, I'm way more nervous about delivering a good job to people I know than I am for clients I don't know previously. Being asked to photograph Mike and Nichole's wedding in Cape Cod was extra nerve-racking; not only are they also wedding and portrait photographers, but the three of us received the same training at the Hallmark Institute of Photography five years ago. Plus, Mike and Nichole assisted me on my very first wedding gig so, needless to say, there was plenty of self-inflicted pressure to get some great images for their special day.
Luckily, it didn't take long for the nerves to take a back seat and for me to get down to business.
Flower girl and Mike and Nichole's too cute daughter:
NF, the bride's new initials in rhinestones.
Special thanks to fellow Hallmark '05 alum, Nicole (without an 'h'), for her invaluable assistance and support throughout the day.
Congratulations again, my friends, and all the best to you!
10.05.2009
Engagements, Kelly = Mike
It ended up being a BEAUTIFUL beach day on the Jersey Shore after it had rained all day, we had so much fun. Mike and Kelly's wedding is set New Year's Eve. I'm just hoping for no snow.
9.30.2009
9/26/2009 Commitment Ceremony, Stacey = Marjorie
This couple decided they didn't want to wait until same-sex unions finally became legal in New York. Marjorie and Stacey have been together for ten years and wanted to have a big celebration to honor their commitment to each other.
Love. True.
"I promise to always cherish, honor and when you are right – obey."
Bishop Yvette Flunder lead one of the nicest ceremonies I've ever witnessed. She even sang for the couple. Very moving.
Marjorie's reaction when Stacey began her vows with "I've kissed a lot of frogs!":
The Bishop read from the Book of Ruth (1:16-17): "Entreat me not to leave you, or to turn back from following you; For wherever you go, I will go."
Traditional African-American wedding jumping broom.
This band was so good it felt like we were being treated to a concert.
On the good foot! On the good foot!
Have fun in Tahiti, ladies!
9.23.2009
'Baptism' or 'Christening'?
I think they're sort of synonyms, but either way I was so pleased to witness this important event. My friends Lisa and Michael were blessed three times over when their triplets were born six months ago. Sofia, Claire and Max came into the world at only about two pounds each so when Lisa recently asked me to take photos at their baptism/christening, I was more than happy to oblige.
Sofia, pretty with a bow...
Claire in the arms of her godmother Mia...
and Max pictured here attempting to stuff his entire fist in his mouth. "And for my next trick..."
The proud parents.
Sofia, clearly annoyed...
Claire, blissfully unaware...
and Max, curious as usual.
When you realize these little ones are now part of a tradition and history that is thousands of years old it's pretty profound. Yeah, I had a tough time photographing while not getting too emotional. :_)
Congratulations, Colletti family, and thanks for letting me be a part of your special day!
9.15.2009
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