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Bogey's Wedding | Becca + Austin

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Bogey’s Cafe & Golf Club | Sewell, NJ

THROWBACKKK!! Becca and Austin’s wedding was my second full wedding of all time. I can’t believe that was almost two years ago now… and I also can’t believe how many weddings I’ve photographed since then. I have always been so transparent with my experience when booking couples, because I feel that’s only fair to them. But one thing I do always emphasize is that I am so WILLLING to work and learn. I value my relationships a lot and care so deeply about the people I work with. After every wedding, I always find one thing that I can improve on and although I’m nowhere near where I would like to be, I’m getting there. And I wouldn’t be able to do it without the ones who took a chance on me. I was so lucky with this couple and this group. They were such ideal clients — laid back, kind, understanding, patient, open, welcoming, and FUN!!! These groomsmen are still some of the funniest group of guys that I ever worked with. And this bridal party was the only one that not only the bride and groom wrote me sweet reviews, but also the majority of their wedding party. :’) I will always be so freaking grateful for my first few clients that trusted me and gave me honest feedback that helped me grow. Those first ones really stick with you.

Venue: Bogey’s // Dress: The Bridal Closet

 
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Melissa + Ben's Micro-wedding in Bay Head, New Jersey

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I try to take back a little “lesson learned” piece of information after every wedding or every session. And this was no different day. Throughout the day, I noticed that the nerves were definitely getting to Melissa, and I couldn’t help but to notice it. I could see it in her eyes and I could see it in the photos. She started twirling her hair more frequently, softly biting the top her her lip, and kept looking at me with eyes asking me “what should we do next?!” She was so gentle and sweet throughout it all, but I could just feel anxiousness. I just kept telling her to “breatheeee,” but I know it can still be overwhelming. We had discussed a plan for their quick two-hour micro-wedding at Grenville Inn Hotel & Restaurant, but there was just a moment where I looked at her, pulled her aside, and asked if she just wanted to nix most of our plan. I asked if she wanted to prioritize the family portraits and the husband + wife photos, and just mingle with their family and friends for the rest of the time. It really did help. An average 8 hour wedding day would fly by in the blink of an eye, so I can’t imagine how 2 hours would feel like. I do know I try my very best, as your photographer, to listen to the body language of YOU. This is ultimately your day, and I’m just here to help capture it… And be a friend. ;)

enjoy xx

 
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Hudson Valley Microwedding | Martine + Matt

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I don’t think I can say enough how much I feel for the 2020 couples who were planning on getting married in front of their loved ones. It breaks my heart because I’m a newlywed, and I KNOW how hard it is to plan everything to a tee for MONTHS. I know what it feels like to dwell over that guest list… “should we include plus ones?!” “will they hate us for not inviting X?!” “how do we narrow family"?!” … it’s tough. I know what it feels like to have your heart set on a venue. I know what it feels like to work around a budget. I know what it feels like to cut costs and save up. I know what it feels like to be excited for that bachelorette ( or in my case a joint) getaway beforehand. I know those knots you get when thinking about all your loved ones under one roof celebrating YOU… and seeing faces you haven’t seen in a while. Imagining whether or not you’ll trip down that isle, wearing the dress that you so carefully chose. Having a vision of your “theme” come to life, whether it’s the flowers, decor, table setting, food, or little details that make it unique to YOU. Thinking of that first dance as a married couple or thinking of a full, packed dance floor. SO MANY THOUGHTS as you prepare for that big day. I get it. But I can only imagine how it would feel to have all that stripped from you, uncontrollably. Life is hard sometimes, and it’s okay to feel defeated, sad, or discouraged. But I do believe in silver linings, and I hope that in midst of it all, you and your partner can find that sliver of light.

Martine + Matt did just that! They rescheduled their wedding to 2021 (as with most couples), but decided to get married in their beautiful St. Augustine church on the original date they chose. It was a micro wedding along the hudson river of 30+ guests, which was mostly family. Everyone wore a mask. Everyone stayed within proximity of their household. Everyone was respectful. And at the end of the day, they were married! It was surely a different sight to see, but comforting nonetheless. Always grateful to be able to capture such a special moments in people’s lives. I’m here not only to be a photographer for ya, but also a friend and a support throughout this crazy process. Here’s a few snippets of their day :)

 
 
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