I knew that Nora and RJ were a perfect match for my wedding photography from the moment I met them.  RJ was rolling around on the floor with the studio dog, Riker, while Nora and I talked about photography, weddings, and everything else under the sun.  Nora jumped at the idea of doing some urban city scenes – they just weren’t flowers and gardens kind of people.  We had a huge amount of time for photos, which is sooo rare!   Nora was one of those DIY’ers and had put so many personal touches into her wedding that it’s hard to recount them all.  Logs carved with her and RJ’s names. an actual tree trunk for a wedding cake stand, rustic hand made – hand tied church programs, a handmade guest book, birds nests, the list just goes on.   Nora and RJ’s wedding had a rustic country theme that came through in every part of the day.  I also had the pleasure of working with some of my fav people to work with!  The fabulous videographer and friend, Jen Cassaro and Stephanie and Jeff of The DJ Solution – a win win day for me!

Flowers by Genesis Florist of Stone Ridge;  Ceremony at St Joesph’s Church, New Paltz; Videography by Jen Cassaro of Masterpiece Weddings; Reception at The Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel; Music by Stephanie & Jeff of The DJ Solution

The cake topper was made from Nora's mother's wedding dress

Jessica and Adrian had a caravan of Hot Rods at their September wedding in Poughkeepsie.  The vintage parade started at Holy Trinity Church in Poughkeepsie and followed the couple as they headed to the Hudson River for photos.  A blown radiator hose at the church and another car that just plain stopped and had to be towed from the waterfront just added to the fun and commotion that makes every wedding unique.  This rowdy group headed over to the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel after the waterfront for a night of non-stop partying and dancing.

Dress by Jasmine Couture

Ceremony at Holy Trinity, Poughkeepsie

Flowers by Adams Fairacre Farms

Music by Mike at Blazing Beats

Reception at The Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel

My 1st antifreeze at a wedding photo!

Adrian's grandfather's dog tags