When Lori and Michael chose The English Manor in Ocean Township, NJ for their November wedding, they knew exactly what they wanted – an intimate celebration with their closest 70 friends and family, surrounded by peak fall foliage and real emotion. As their English Manor wedding photographer and Monmouth County wedding photographer with over 30 […]

Fall botanical garden proposal photography captures some of the most magical moments I witness as a photographer. This autumn proposal session at a stunning New York botanical garden had everything—golden foliage, perfect light, genuine emotion, and a couple completely present in the moment. The setting was spectacular. A vine-covered pergola, illuminated MARRY ME marquee letters, […]

Looking for a James Ward Mansion wedding photographer in Westfield, NJ? I’m Alex Kaplan, and I’ve been photographing weddings at the James Ward Mansion and throughout Northern New Jersey for over 30 years. This historic Westfield venue is one of my favorites to shoot – that spiral staircase, the ballroom architecture, the natural light. If […]

Ramsey Country Club wedding photography is always something special, and Dana and William’s fall celebration was no exception. These two embodied classic elegance — they wanted timeless portraits and a celebration focused on family and friends. As a Northern New Jersey wedding photographer with over 30 years of experience, I’ve photographed weddings all across the […]

When this groom reached out about planning his surprise proposal, he knew exactly what he wanted: a romantic garden setting with classical architecture, lush flowers, and complete privacy for the big moment. After discussing several venues throughout Bergen County and Essex County, Van Vleck House & Gardens in Montclair emerged as the perfect choice. As […]

Some moments don’t need perfect weather — just the right person and a little rain. When I think about the most memorable moments I’ve captured as a Hoboken proposal photographer, this drizzle-soaked Pier 13 proposal instantly comes to mind. There’s something incredibly romantic about a surprise proposal in the rain, and this couple’s story proves […]

Some proposals feel like they’re straight out of a movie. The giant illuminated MARRY ME letters. The bed of red roses. The golden-hour light slipping through fall leaves. And most importantly—the genuine surprise you can’t stage, no matter how perfectly everything else is planned. This fall garden proposal had all of that. As a Northern […]

When I walked into Delpino Restaurant for this baby shower, the first thing I noticed was the color. Pink, orange, purple, blue — everywhere — in the best way possible. Balloons, flower power signs, daisy decorations scattered across tables. Even the cupcakes were part of the theme. This wasn’t just a baby shower. This was […]

As a Weehawken Pier proposal photographer, I’ve seen this waterfront location deliver magic time and time again. The city doesn’t just sit in the background here — it becomes part of the moment. The Hudson is calm, the boardwalk lights flicker on, and Manhattan feels close enough to touch. When blue hour hits, everything glows. […]