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They’re just those kind of the people.  You know, the kind of people you meet and instantly like.  The kind of people that make you feel like you’ve just made an new friend. The kind of people that put others before themselves, even on their wedding day.  They are the kind of people that when standing out in 20 degree weather with significantly less layers on than I asked if I was freezing my buns off.  The kind of people that went out of their way at their reception to ask if I’d gotten something to drink and something to eat.  They are the kind of people that welcomed me into their lives and made me feel like family and I couldn’t have been more honored to document the wedding day of such extraordinary people. Individually Melissa and Kevin are wonderful, but together, they’re simply incredible.

They joined their lives before their equally incredible family and friends at the Manhattan Penthouse and it was absolutely beautiful.

Wishing you a lifetime together filled with all the love, joy and warmth you bring to every life you touch!

With much love & appreciation,

Maggie

To see more from their lovely wedding at the Manhattan Penthouse, check out their slideshow, HERE.

Rain and dark clouds may have filled the October skies with a grey overcast, but nothing but the look of utter bliss cast off the faces of Sharon and Chris on their wedding day.   After 5 years together, Mr. and Mrs. Hidey joined their lives as one before their family and friends at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and they absolutely glowed.  Looking at them gaze smittenly upon one another, you would have thought they were basking in the sun, literally glowing from its warm golden rays.  But, alas, it wasn’t a bright sunny day, they were and are just that completely in love & unabashedly happy and it was such an honor to document.

Despite the logistical challenges that difficult weather, getting wet, and traffic provide, Sharon & Chris never stopped smiling.   A lot of people would have let such challenges affect their perception or enjoyment of their day, but Mr. and Mrs. Hidey took everything in stride and soaked up (no pun intended) every amazing moment of the day they started their lives together.

And what a beautiful day it was.  Sharon left no detail uncovered.  Everything from her stunningly beautiful Vera Wang gown, to her gold Manolo Blahnik shoes, to the gorgeous floral arrangements by Belle Fleur, to the Groom’s cake, the choreographed dance by bridal party & Mr. & Mrs. Hidey, to the shawls and flip flops for guests, to a prank during the garter toss, to hair and outfit changes, Sharon & Chris did not overlook a single detail and it showed.

When I think back on Sharon & Chris’s wedding day, I will never forget the love that surrounded it.  Rain was not going to reign on their parade or get in the way of celebrating the start of their lives and as a result, it could not have been a more extraordinary day.

Mr. and Mrs. Hidey, may your love for one another always shine as brightly as it did on your wedding day.  It was an absolute privilege to capture your first day as husband and wife.

With love & appreciation,

Maggie

And a special thank you to Jesse who shot along my side and held an umbrella over my head as best he could!   You were such a help, thanks Jesse! :)

Click HERE to a see SLIDESHOW of more images from Mr. & Mrs. Hidey’s big day!

To see more from their lovely Brooklyn Botanic Garden Wedding click HERE…

As I walked down a crowded street I’ve walked down a dozen times, a couple standing on the corner immediately caught my attention.  Laughing and lost in love, I found myself smiling at them.  I liked them instantly without knowing anything about them.  In a city that’s constantly in motion, this pair stood still and held each other’s gaze as if nothing could have been more important.  And, that, to me, is Julie and Adam.  They look at each other, quite simply, like nothing else is more important.  Their love is visible and treasured and when I realized that they were the couple I was in awe of standing on the street corner coming in to meet me for the first time, I was overjoyed and knew I was going to love working with them. And I do.  I absolutely heart Julie and Adam.

Julie and Adam wear a smile everywhere they go, and are filled with an incredible warmth and joy.  They have such a sweet and genuine love and adoration for one another and it makes everyone around them smile. There is no pretense whatsoever about their relationship.  It just is. They just are.  And, I feel so lucky to have such amazing people as clients.  And, P.S, they’re absolute stunners as well.  Bea-u-tiful.

When Julie & Adam told me they wanted to do a part city/part country engagement session, I was thrilled!  Though, I must admit, Internet, I’ve never really been to the country…or a barn, or farm, or anything remotely like it, I’m afraid.  So when I saw it, I was blown away.  As we walked along, I gasped, “Oh my gosh, a COW!”  “Look! A HORSE!”  I know, you’re probably all rolling your eyes at me now, but, Julie and Adam just laughed and made me feel right at home.  They are the sweetest pair and I had the best time getting to know them amongst the different backdrops of New York City and the countryside of Newton, New Jersey.  It was a perfect day with perfect clients and I am so honored and excited to capture their wedding day in August.  I know their day is going to be filled with more love and laughter than most experience in a lifetime and I can’t wait to capture it all.

Thanks so much, Julie and Adam!  I’m so looking forward to your special day!

Umm…how gorgeous are they?!?

Love how carefree the lovely Jules is here…

Watch out, G.Q…

Work it out, Jules, work. it. out.  :)

Julie = STUNNING!

I love love love how they laugh together…

Smokin…

Are they adorable, or what?

Exhibit A – “Lighting up.”

These next two make me smile…

To see more engagement photos from their frolic of fun in the city and country, CLICK HERE for a slideshow!