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I love helping couples plan out their special day! I have gotten many questions about the process of getting married or eloping in New York State. Lots of couples approach me with questions about to get a marriage license.

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Hey Everyone! So in the spirit of wanting to help out my current and potential clients, I have decided to tackle yet another very common topic that I have come across: how to have a wedding on a budget. Let’s face it; no matter how “affordable” you try to keep your wedding, you will end […]

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Hey friends, So, I wanted this blog post to be something resourceful. I thought it would be cool to compile a list of some of (what I think) the best gifts that you could give your bridesmaids. I notice a lot of brides come to me with this question, so here’s a little something to […]

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So recently, I had the opportunity to work with an amazing group of vendors on a gorgeous styled wedding editorial shoot. We took over the coolest little gem of a wine bar in Wappingers Falls, NY called Coupe Champagne Bar.

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So recently, I had the opportunity to work with an amazing group of vendors on a gorgeous styled wedding editorial shoot. We took over the beautiful shared community space, Hudco, and transformed it into a beautiful, timeless autumn brunch wedding.

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I am so excited to share another beautiful wedding with you all. Amanda and Adam connected with me through Maria of Adventure Elopements HV. From our emails and phone calls, I knew they were going to be such a joy to work with! They had a beautiful and intimate wedding ceremony at the Beatrix Ferrand Garden, located in the FDR Historic Site.

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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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Newly engaged poses in the fall foliage at Orange County Arboretum.

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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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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closeup of the groom holding the bride around her waist. Elopement at Plum Point Park