OK next up is Carley & Bobby’s wedding! Man oh man! SNOW in October? Word. Who would have thought we’d get snow on Saturday October 29? Not me! I hope this isn’t a sign of whats ahead for our long winter. Anyway we showed up at the hotel and there really wasn’t much talk at all about weather. Carley was as cool, calm and collect as they come. She was also looking fabulous thanks to Amy and Sue of Make Me Fabulous. She was ready to become Mrs Digeser! But first we headed outside across the street from the hotel and took some pics of Carley and her ladies. All the girls were so pretty and photogenic as were the flowers from Ambiance Florals and Events. Then it was off to St Thomas in Delmar for the ceremony. Bobby was a little antsy greeting almost every guest who showed up. Usually grooms chill in the back of the church but I think he was so excited for the wedding he couldn’t sit still. While the ceremony took place the snow began to start. After the ceremony I asked Carley and Bobby if they were cool shooting in the snow. Without skipping a beat they were like “yeah!”.  So we wrapped up the family photos in the church then headed to Troy.

Now we’re heading to Troy and on the way there I noticed what was large pretty snowflakes in Delmar began to change to more of a wet snow consistency. Whatever. We went for it. I think their limo driver thought we were all completely nuts. As did some of the residents on the street we were shooting on. One even let us use his foyer. What a nice guy huh? Hayden commented many times throughout the day how awesome Carley and Bobby were by never complaining at all about the weather. They took what mother nature gave them and embraced it. So what if the dress might have gotten wet? So what if it wasn’t a blue sky fall day? I think the images we got are way more interesting and romantic than the usual predictable stuff. This why I love what I do. You never know what your going to get and every wedding is different. After we got back and they all dried off I noticed the iconic alleyway at Franklin Plaza looked incredible so I asked Carley and Bobby for one more shot. I knew I would regret it if I didn’t so thank god we went back out. It’s hands down my favorite image from the day and pretty much sums it up for me. After that it was officially party time. Franklin Plaza served the food, Elite Sounds played the music and Hayden held down the Elario photo booth. Carley and Bobby, I can’t thank you enough for everything. You both rock for braving the elements! We really enjoyed working with you both! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Peace,
JP

We’ll set it off with some bling..

Carley, complete with her Mrs Digeser starter kit. ;)

Who doesn’t love being made fabulous? Sue put the finishing touches on our stunning bride.

Getting ready.. we all loved her gown..

I like this little smile given by Dad..

How many cans of that hairspray you think MMF goes through a year?

You look great  girl!

Hey ladies!

Working it in the freezing cold..

Is it me or do we get spoiled over here with these beautiful brides?

One more.. her blue eyes really pop here.

St Thomas Church..

Fellas..

I love this moment with Dad and Carley.. fixing her veil before they head down the aisle.

The happiness is awesome.

Mr & Mrs..

Mad props to you all for braving this wacky weather..

Halfway working this spot we had to move because the people came home and had groceries in their hands. Wups!!

I love all the images from this little series…

Now and fall in the same photo.. I just thought that was so cool.

The gentleman who lives in “185″ was awesome. He saw us out on the street getting drenched and let us use his foyer for a few images. People can be so nice!

I love this one..

Ah the color.. this one is another favorite of mine..

A little Elario configuration in the wet snow. Why not?

As I was taking this image a girl came up and snapped this. Then she told me she was a blog stalker and apparently a friend of mine on facebook too because within minutes a notification came on my phone and told me Jona tagged me in a photo with this caption “look who I found out playing in the snow! congrats to the beautiful bride and groom” Jona, thanks for snapping this and for following the blog! You rock! Ok can we just chuckle for a minute at Hayden’s get up? Nice Hayden!

The result..

As I mentioned in my write up. This image sums the day up for me. Carley and Bob were there to get married and nothing was going to stop them. They were oblivious to the weather.. I love this and thats why it was my facebook teaser.

One more…

The Franklin Plaza..

Entering the room!

First dance..

Partying like crazy!

Carley and her twin sister Marke

Oh you look familiar?

Funny..

SIP!!!!!

How cute are they?

Did Hayden tell you act like bunnies or something?

Yup, its official! Congrats guys!!

Last Friday I think it officially changed from fall to winter. Gosh it was pretty cold in the beginning of the day! Eventually it warmed up a little bit. Tanya, Dylan, their families and bridal party were all troopers though! Everyone braved the cold! We also had my good friend Jason Valentine on the Elario roster that day. Why? We’ll he shot a behind the scenes video!  It’s been too long so we decided it was time to have a fun day and share what its like behind the scenes of the images we create. Stay tuned for that!

Onto October 28, 2011. We set things off in the Gideon Putnam Hotel for our getting ready portion of the day as well as the ladies photos. Tanya was in the suite looking all types of beautiful just waiting to get into that gown. After a flower drop off by my lovely and talented wife Kris Ann of Fleurtacious Designs Tanya got dressed and we headed downstairs. Originally we had planned to do all the first look at the Gideon Putnam but last minute decided to head to the Hall of Springs. Sometimes you never know what type of game day decision might happen. After Dylan got to see Tanya it was all fun from there. We got those family shots wrapped up with the quickness and were able to have a lot of time with our bride and groom.I know Al Woodard was getting some incredible stuff out there too! Then before I knew it the guests were starting to arrive and it was time to get married. The ceremony musician John Charles Cook grabbed his acoustic guitar and the processional began. After that it was party time! Hayden Yund set the Elario Photo Booth up and DJ Paul Malo pressed play. The party really was a super fun evening. Tanya and Dylan danced their butts off like ALL brides and grooms should! ;) It was a great day! I can’t thank you guys enough for choosing us to capture your day! I know I had a blast getting to know you guys and look forward to seeing you again sometime! Congrats!

Peace,
JP

The gown..

Hot shoes… ;)

Bling bling.

Our bride..

How pretty is Tanya?

Dad loves his first look.

Still some signs of fall in the back..

Do your thang Tanya!

OK, one more.

Some bouquets by Fleurtacious Designs

8 ladies trying to look like they’re not freezing their butts off!

Fun.

Dylan had this whole GQ thing down..

First look..

How could he not smile?

20 person group shot anyone?

I love this one..

but I love this one more. Thats why it was a my facebook teaser.

A little wind and light..

The Elario configuration, looking good.

a b&w for fun..

I was pretty excited about this image when I look it.. Its just right.

Big pimpin in the Rolls..

This car was awesome.
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Not to mention the color was as well..

One more forehead kiss..

Tanya and Dylans 2 month old baby Kinsley rocking a fascinator

The fam!

The ceremony space in the round… I’m seeing more and more of this and I love it.

The Hall of Springs was pretty dark for this ceremony. For the photo buffs ISO 5000 at 1/80 f1.2 (5d mk2)

Mr and Mrs…

A little combination of Fleurtacious Designs on the left and Tanya’s skills on the right..

First dance..

busting a move..

We’ll end with a little series from their photo booth!

This backdrop is called “black keys” by drop it MODERN (duh!)

cute

Was Hayden telling you to act like cats or something?

The Honor attendants with the b&g

Congrats again!!!!!

Wow! Wedding 3 of 3 this past weekend was off the damn chain. Seriously. Now, normally we don’t take three weddings in a weekend and when wedding coordinator Katie O’ came to me we already had Friday and Saturday booked. I honestly said no we’re not open however Katie knew we were actually open, was persistent and told me that the couple loved our work and wanted to have us. How could I say no? Really, I’m so glad we decided not to sit on the couch on Sunday October 16th 2011 but more so that Natalia and Carlos chose us! So without further ado lets get into this beautiful day.

It’s always nice showing up to a hotel and seeing Katie O’ on site and it’s even better when she hands me two 4 packs of Red Bull. Now, I didn’t go thru them all. Why? Well, there was no need for that because the energy was there and never fell off all day! So you know, by energy I mean Natalia, Carlos, their families and bridal party were there. They were very much there and ready to celebrate these two high school sweethearts marriage. The day was great. From the moment Natalia put on that gown heads were turning for obvious reasons, she killed it. Carlos not looking too shabby either, rocking a hand tied bow tie. Their first look went down and it was great. Carlos while being roused by his boys not to cry totally shed a tear or two. Then after the family and bridal party photos it was time to do what I love to do, capture the bride and groom. I’m pumped with the stuff I got and I really hard a hard time narrowing down favorites for this blog which is why its a long one. Now its ceremony time and the space looked great. It was decorated by Anthology Studio and I loved all the candles. There was a lot of love in the room and the ceremony was just perfect and unique. Now onto the party.. WOW. Seriously from the moment it started it didn’t stop. They entreated the room to some of the best drums and percussion I’ve heard. Thats how you set it off! Then the party was handed to DJ Kenny Valdez. I have to give props to this DJ, aside from the live mixes that actually made me put the camera down and dance for a minute the setup was tight and looked awesome. The dance floor was packed and so was the Elario Photo Booth! Mad props to all involved on this one, you all rocked it. Thanks to Katie O’ for coordinating the day. I love coordinators and wish all my clients would use them!! Natalia and Carlos, thank you guys so much! I could not be happier with your images and I have confidence you’ll feel the same. I got mad love for you both! I’m not sure if you’re honeymooning or not but I hope this blog reaches you guys!

Peace,
JP

Mrs Cruz (to be), your dress is ready..

As you can see all loved seeing this stunning bride.

The fella’s hung out downstairs with their cigars and waiting for the first look.

Carlos, looking great!

I love this little first look series..

so sweet.

Everyone enjoyed watching the first look!

Do your thang Natalia.

Too much beauty in one photo..

The image on the let was the first image I took of Natalia alone. Lets just say she didn’t need to warm up.

Incredible.

One more..

Oh hey there Katie O’! All brides should have a wedding coordinator… you’ll thank me later. ;)

A bunch of good looking people right here. I especially like the two kids on the left.. They seemed to really like each other.. ;)

For the photogs… Nothing like the 135mm

or a 24mm 1.4L.. sorry to get all techie on you! I do love this image though.

Ah this is why you get married in October.

I like the next few with the interior of the Hall of Springs washed in color.

Yup..

It kept getting easier.

Natalia, you be killin em’

I freaking love this. This almost was my facebook teaser…

until I took this one.. I love it. 25 comments, 70 likes.. I think I picked the right teaser (brushes shoulder off)

One more from this spot..

Time for a ceremony..

Here she comes!

I love the reactions from the bridesmaids..

Caught!! Little man was caught sleeping and almost missed walking his flower girl down the aisle.

Mr & Mrs..

Congrats!

An Elario configuration..

Their happiness was so fun to capture.

another “this is why you get married in October” image.

A couple fun props.

Another favorite of mine..

The Hall of Springs. (see the dj’s setup? tight)

Time to party.

First dance..

Cheers!

Packed floor and not only that but everyone was SO close to each other. I had to dance my way into this photo.

Show offs.. I wish I could move like you.

Oh yeah! The Elario Photo Booth was in the house!

This not yet released gold from drop it MODERN is beginning to be one of my most popular drops (I hope they don’t want it back!)

Fellas.

Ladies!

Yeah Grandma, do your thang!

#blogstalkers

The dude with the mic is obviously living his dream.

Congrats to you both!!!

October 0 /  Jp 1.. Seriously I’m on it! I’m kicking Octobers butt, no stopping. Eh eh.. I must say I’m happy to share Natalia #1’s wedding with you this weekend. What are the odd’s I get two Natalia’s in the same weekend? Anyway like I said, it’s the first Natalia’s (& John’s) blog today so sit back, relax and enjoy what I have for you! Love this couple…

The funniest thing in the world happened on Saturday October 15th 2011, we arrived at the hotel and Natalia was fully dressed! I was like “oh you’re dressed?” She said “well, yeah we were doing really good on time.” All I could do was laugh. Then I said “OK, well at least give me your shoes so I can photograph them.” Then she took the dress off (no not in front of us) and literately got back in it. We tried to shoot it hanging but the hanger straps were cut out. Anyway, what does that tell me? Well, it told me Natalia was the most excited bride of all time. That held true all damn day! All she did was smile. After Natalia got dressed for the second time we headed out onto broadway to photograph her and the ladies. Then it was off to Siena College where the love birds met. It was also the spot where they’d tie the knot in front of a packed full Chapel. Not only was Natalia all smiles, the same rang true for Johnny boy, he was living it up.  It was great to see a past Elario b&g, a future b&g and a couple other couples who need to get on it already (*cough*  Carl, *cough* Andrew, your ladies are dying to be Elario brides, they told me so). Once the knot was tied, we had a rainy drive up the north way to Saratoga National Golf Club. Thankfully when we arrived at Saratoga National for the 9th and final time for 2011 the rain stopped. We banged out a quick bridal party shot and then I took Natalia and John onto the course. I love what we got and owe mother nature a thank you card for not raining on us! Then it was party time. DJ Scott Hemming did his damn thang all night. The dance floor was PACKED! Seriously more people danced at this wedding than any other SNGC wedding in 2011. Thats how Siena rolls though, they proved that to me in September. Natalia and John, thank you. Thanks for having us at the big day. Thanks for the shout out on the Fly morning rush the week of your wedding too! It’s been a freaking blast working with you two. What a fun day!!!! Congrats! I know Mexico has the internet so enjoy this blog!!

Peace,
JP

We’ll set it off with one of my favorites from their beautiful engagement session.

The shoes..

John’s titanium ring was as light as a feather, pretty cool.

Natalia gets dressed, take two.

Stopping traffic on broadway like what!

Again, with a name like Natalia you have to know how to work it..

and that she did..

Loving the veil.

The fellas had to fight off all the college girls driving by hollering at them.. true story.

a nice moment with Natalia and Dad (& the limo driver.. dang can’t they give them some space?, thats a blog post for the off season)

John, all smiles.

Yay!

Mr & Mrs..

Hey hey!

This was my facebook teaser, I love it. Nuff said.

love this series..

Get into that configuration now..

So pretty..

The puddles are awesome.

More smiles…

Loving the colors.. or lack there of.

Do your thang girl.

more favs in b&w..

After their engagement session I started turning the camera around..Natalia wasn’t too happy about that so here ya go!

Saratoga National Golf Club..

Blue light..

The grooms cake / Johns birthday cake. Yup their wedding date was his bday. John, no excuses to ever forget your anniversary player.

First dance..

Not sure what exactly is happening here.. lol

Michael is at it again. Can’t wait for your wedding when I’m gonna show you all how to Dougie.

One more party shot. Congrats you two!!