New York Botanical Garden Wedding Photos My current working theory on why it poured on the day of Kiana & Joe’s New York Botanical Garden wedding is: if it was sunny, this venue would have an impossible edge over every other NY wedding venue. I’d be biased forever. Seriously, this place is as magical and […]
Unique Engagement Photo Ideas and Locations Congratulations on your engagement! Now that you’ve said “yes,” it’s time to capture the joy and excitement of this special moment in your life. An engagement photoshoot is a perfect way to celebrate your love, and it also provides beautiful images for save-the-date cards, wedding invitations, or simply as […]
Why You Need A Wedding Planner Planning a wedding can be an exciting yet daunting task. From choosing the perfect venue to deciding on the menu, there are countless decisions to make. This is where a wedding planner can step in and take the reins, allowing you to enjoy your day stress-free. But when is […]
Engagement Ring Shopping in NYC: Where to Buy the Perfect Ring Engagement rings are a symbol of love and commitment, so it’s important to find the perfect one. With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. And everyone is so unique in the style they prefer; I know mine […]
Best Airbnb Wedding Venues in New York and New York City Looking to host a small wedding in NYC? Fav venue booked? There is another option that allows you to wed on your preferred date *and* still have a beautiful, scenic backdrop. What could it be, you’re wondering? An Airbnb. When you want to tie […]
I could talk about how much I love backyard weddings all day. There are of course a unique set of challenges that come with planning a backyard wedding, but that’s a problem for future you. Right now, let’s focus on the top 5 reasons to have a backyard wedding. Top 5 Reasons to Have a […]
2020 WEDDINGS WRAPPED Put a finger down if to you this year felt simultaneously like the longest & shortest year ever. If you’re reading this, you made it. And honestly? Thats enough. I haven’t been able to help but think…what kind of millennial would I be if I didn’t emulate Spotify’s 2020 Wrapped but make […]
BRIARCLIFF MANOR WEDDING It seems like just yesterday that Maryam, Jeff, & I met up in White Plains for a coffee. That day, we talked wedding logistics, unprecedented events, and our general interests. The next time we met up was for their engagement session at Kenisco Dam, which was a *dam* good time. Sorry. As […]
Bryant Park Wedding Portraits MAYA & JAKE’S BRYANT PARK WEDDING ELOPEMENT Like so many others, Covid-19 forced Maya & Jake to abandon all of their usual wedding plans, and they got creative. We had an engagement session over the summer and from then, we were so looking forward to the Bryant Park wedding day. “I […]
Kensico Dam Engagement Session From the moment I met Maryam and Jeff, which was several unprecedented events ago (#2020), I knew working with them would be a great time. In September, we met for coffee/tea and talked all things wedding, pop culture, politics, etc. A week later, we finalized their package deets and were looking […]
AN INTIMATE WEDDING AT THE ROUNDHOUSE I’ve been excited about Danielle and Daniel’s wedding day since the first time we spoke back in August. (Btw, August is a month that simultaneously feels like both only yesterday AND a million years ago.) I knew their wedding day would be just a group of their closest friends […]
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Hi, I'm Melissa.
When I photograph your wedding, my goal is to draw inspiration not only from the naturally unfolding events of the day, but also from my years in photo school. Each moment can be a work of art, and it's my job to help you see it that way, too.
A wedding is a significant milestone in anyone's life. It's a day filled with joy, love, and a whole lot of planning. Whether you're a bride-to-be, groom-to-be, or a wedding enthusiast, you'll (hopefully!) find something helpful in this blog.
Though I'm not personally planning a wedding or getting married, I've certainly been to my fair share of weddings as a photographer. So, I've taken what I know about venue hunting, dress shopping, preparing for engagement photos and more in order to aid my future couples.
You'll also find some personal opinions and experiences, plenty of tips & advice, vendor recommendations, trends and inspiration, and tons of photos of course.
I try to update the blog as often as I can, so come back every so often to check for new work or to explore a new venue with me! And if you have any ideas or suggestions for posts, let me know.
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