A Metropolitan Museum of Art Engagement Photography Session

Our backdrop at the Metropolitan Museum of Art fit them perfectly.  Sonya had volunteered there a couple years back and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City held a very dear spot in her heart.  They were a really outgoing couple, willing to fight the herds of people at the Metropolitan Museum of Art to get beautiful shots.  They were patient and a gorgeous couple and I’m so glad they picked me as their New York City wedding photographer! Later this year they'll be traveling to Michigan and India to celebrate with more festivities!  It’s so great to capture New York City’s culture and beauty!

An Intimate and Sweet Pandemic Elopement at Brooklyn Bridge Park - Connie & Joonbo

Connie and Joonbo initially envisioned their wedding taking place in California. However, the onset of the Covid pandemic necessitated a change of plans. Entranced by the allure of New York City, and already residing there, they opted to elope amidst its captivating backdrop rather than postponing their nuptials indefinitely—an understandable decision given the uncertain trajectory of the pandemic.

In July, when Connie approached me, the uncertainty persisted. The operational status of the NYC Marriage Clerk remained ambiguous, casting doubt on their ability to secure a marriage license. Fortunately, luck was on their side as they managed to secure an appointment and obtain the necessary documentation to proceed with their union.

Selecting a picturesque spot in Brooklyn Bridge Park, Dumbo, overlooking the iconic New York City skyline, Jane's Carousel, and the majestic Brooklyn Bridge, they exchanged vows in an intimate ceremony officiated by their pastor. With only a handful of close friends and Connie's parents in attendance, they ingeniously utilized technology, including iPhones and Zoom, to involve loved ones from afar.

Their celebration was a testament to creativity and resourcefulness. Friends contributed to a homemade cupcake tower, while they indulged in slices from the renowned Juliana's Pizza—a personal favorite. The clinking of champagne glasses marked the beginning of their sweet reception, held right there in the park, a fitting conclusion to their joyous occasion.

Connie and Joonbo radiated happiness, their smiles lighting up the park as they embarked on this new chapter amidst the chaos of the year. It was an honor to witness their love and be a part of their unforgettable day on a sunny day, overlooking the gorgeous New York City skyline in Brooklyn!

A Classic NYC Wedding at the Dominick Hotel in Lower East Side, New York City

Linda & Daniel had their wedding in the heart of New York City.  With a beautiful traditional Christian ceremony in a traditional Church of the Heavenly Rest on the upper west side and their reception in Soho at the The Dominick Hotel; no amount of fog or rain could dampen anyone's spirits! It ended up being a gorgeous view and perfect lighting for their portraits- and really highlighted parts of New York City throughout the day. We wandered around the West Village and got some amazing street shots in New York City. We had to add a few umbrellas to the shots- but it was actually a really awesome touch! I love being a New York City wedding photographer !

From Linda's (The Bride) perspective:
"Neither Daniel nor I grew up in New York but had both moved here for work. During our time in New York, we both fell head over heels in love with the city. Especially after we got engaged in the Hamptons, we knew we wanted to have our wedding in New York City, to commemorate and celebrate our time here. From the second we saw the stunning panoramic views of the downtown Manhattan skyline from the top floor of Trump Soho, every other venue paled in comparison. As most of our guests would be coming from out of town, we thought this was the perfect way to showcase for them the city. We chose the Church of the Heavenly Rest for our ceremony because we were enraptured with the majesty and beauty of its architecture, and it most definitely fulfilled the dreams I’d had since I was a little girl of a fairy tale wedding.

For the decorations and floral designs, we wanted to keep everything clean, classic, and elegant. Especially with the stunning architecture of our church and the unique downtown views of Trump Soho, we didn’t want to have too much and detract from their intrinsic appeal.

From my walk down the aisle, to being introduced to all our family and friends as husband and wife for the first time, to dancing the night away with the Manhattan skyline lit up behind us, every detail and every single person we had the opportunity to work with was so perfect and far exceeded anything we had ever imagined."

Vendors/Venue:

Photographer: Cynthia Chung Photography
Ceremony: Church of the Heavenly Rest
Reception: The Dominick Hotel
Planner: Elegant Occasions by JoAnn Gregoli
Cinematographer: Rock Life Studios
Music: Hank Lane Music
Hair Stylist: GLAMSQUAD
Floral Design: Flowers of the World
Rentals: Party Rental Ltd
Transportation: Blue Steak Limousine, New Jersey Limobus & Limousine
Wedding Cake: Ron Ben-Israel Cakes
Bride Dress: Lazaro
Bride Shoes: Jimmy Choo
Bride Jewelry: Judith Ripka
Bridesmaid Dresses: Monique Lhuillier
Groom Tuxedo: Suit Supply
Groom Shoes: Brooks Brothers
Groom Accessories: J. Crew, Brooks Brothers
Groomsmen Suits: Suit Supply