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Photos from a beautiful and intimate Wedding at Locust Grove Estate. Poughkeepsie, New York. Mid-Hudson Valley.

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couple poses in pink flower bush. Locust Grove Estate, Poughkeepsie, New York.

Hey Lovers (+ fellow photogs)!

So over the years, I have always known that posing people & couples has been my biggest challenge. I recently learned an awesome tip for getting great, real, heartfelt poses that truly change the dynamic of your photos.

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Hey Lovers!

So I just wanted to post a quick little informative blog about why I LOVE engagement sessions & why I believe they’re so important to the whole wedding photography process.

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Engagement sessions and why they are so important. Newly engaged couple dances together on a hill.
Crystal Torres Photographer holds camera up to shoot a photo.

Hey Loves! So this blog post is going to be a bit of a humble brag, as I go into 3 reasons why I make a great wedding photographer (or, photographer in general). I am normally super shy and modest about myself and my work, but over the years, I have been learning a very […]

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Hey Lovers!

I am so excited to share my latest wedding with you! I had the wonderful privilege of reconnecting with an old high school friend & being trusted to take her wedding photos. Here is a bit about the beautiful couple & some highlights from their amazing day.

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a closeup of the bride and groom's hands.
Newly engaged couple celebrates their engagement by popping a bottle of champagne. essentials for your hudson valley go bag

Hey Lovers!

This Hudson Valley Fall has been seriously INCREDIBLE! In the three years that I have lived here, I can honestly say that nature in this area has shown out in the most amazing way! That being said, all good things must come to an end, and I am anticipating the crazy snow storms that will most likely happen in the next few weeks.

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Hey Lovers!

It’s been a little while since I’ve blogged, but I finally made a little time to share some of my latest work. October came in strong with lots of new client friends & photo sessions! I am so excited to share this gorgeous couple with you all.

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Newly engaged poses in the fall foliage at Orange County Arboretum.
closeup of the groom holding the bride around her waist. Elopement at Plum Point Park

Hey Lovers!

So I just wanted to take a minute to share a little bit about my first wedding since the locura of COVID-19 hit. I had the honor of photographing the elopement of Ashley & Major at Plum Point Park, New Windsor, NY.

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