Hoboken & Central Park Engagement Photography Session in New York City

Rachel and Yang wanted to do their shoot in Hoboken, NJ. It was a special area to Yang-it was where he was living when Rachel and him began dating, so they had a lot of fond memories there. He also really loved the town, the architecture and the spirit there. So I scoped out the area (I have never been there before haha), ate at some great restaurants with my hubby (all suggestions from Yang) and got to see a part of town that really was a hip city outside of New York City. They also wanted to do some shots in Central Park so we scheduled another day to be able to get it! It’s nice to shoot at Central Park! It’s such an iconic New York City destination and great for weddings and engagement session! It was beautiful! Here are some of my favorite shots from the shoot:

We also did another session in Central Park- around 7am in the morning. The light was gorgeous. Some of these shots really allowed me to use and play with light in an aesthetic way! So great!! I love when I get excited about my own photographs...

A Sparta, New Jersey Wedding

Everything about this wedding was so adorable!!  Their venue, the Mohawk House was amazing!  It was a cute space with a western american flare. Never knew such an adorable space existed in New Jersey! I mean I LOVE New York City and New York City Weddings, but it’s always so nice to get out of my typical space and see what’s beyond!!  Behind the space, there was an beautiful view of mountains.  It was perfect. Tons of gorgeous daylight and had a very hip decor.  I love Jane and Ki Won- they are such an amazing and hospitable couple.  The wedding started with a ton of rain in the morning.. but the moment we got to the pier to do their first look, the sky cleared- it was a HUGE blessing. We were able to get amazing photographs!!  The wedding ceremony was very touching and the people and family they had surrounding them really lit up the reception. It was beautiful to be a part of such a diverse and beautiful group of people. Maybe I should now say, I love being a New York and New Jersey Wedding photographer - ahahah!!  Here are just some highlights from the big day:

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Engagement Session at Duke farms, New Jersey

Mary had this amazing idea to check out a farm in New Jersey where we could ride bikes to maneuver around and really explore. They were both from New York City but wanted to get their session at this gorgeous farm.  I was all in! The weather was beautiful, the whole farm was gorgeous... and I got to show off some one-handed biking skills ;)  We went around from open fields, forest hidden nooks and biking paths.   I should probably invest in a bike rack.. biking in the city is way too scary for me.  It was a nice time to get out of New York City !! Here are some highlights from this awesome sesh:

A New Jersey Engagement Session in Mitsuwa Marketplace with Japanese Ramen

Meet Alex and Shekhar (pronounce shake-er).  These two are fun, silly, hilarious and totally fun to work with.  Alex is from New York City and Shekhar hails from New Jersey.  When we were brainstorming ideas and places for the session, we decided a bridge that brings together NY and NJ would be perfect!  So we chose the George Washington Bridge.  Knowing that, I also suggested going to Mitsuwa (a Japanese supermarket and food court) that was nearby.  This place also houses some of the best ramen on the East Coast- which worked out perfectly since Shekhar says their first date was over a bowl of ramen!  So cute! It’s great to be able to capture these moments as a New York City wedding photographer!

Here are some highlights: