What can you expect when photographing an NYC City Hall elopement? The experience can vary greatly depending on your clients. Sometimes it’s a quick affair, like the last City Hall elopement I shot, which only involved capturing the ceremony. Other times, it can be a full day of photography, as it was with these particular […]

Couples, Event Photography

August 1, 2024

Photographing A NYC City Hall Elopement

Detail shot of a couple holding hands and the brides bouquet, while also showing their newly wedded status with their wedding rings.

Are you ready to take your relationship to the next level and propose in NYC? The city that never sleeps offers a plethora of romantic spots perfect for popping the question. As a NYC-based photographer, I’ve had the privilege of capturing countless proposal moments across the city. Here are some of my recommended locations to […]

Couples, Event Photography, Photo Spots

June 23, 2024

Where to Propose in NYC (Updated 2025)

A "marry me" sign at Jane's Carousel in Brooklyn with the lower Manhattan skyline in the background.

Head In The Clouds Festival has kicked off the summer festival season in New York City! Despite unseasonably cold temperatures, music fans eagerly gathered at the iconic Forest Hills Stadium to witness a pioneering showcase of Asian artistry. What I love about festivals in NYC is that they have to end early due to noise […]

Concert Photography, Event Photography

May 13, 2024

Photographing Head In The Clouds Festival

The stage of Head In The Clouds Festival NY at Forest Hills Stadium.

New York City, one of the most diverse cities in the world, celebrates Chinese New Year, which many inclusively call Lunar New Year. Billions of people worldwide observe this annual celebration, which follows the lunisolar Chinese calendar, marks the first new moon of the year, and lasts 15 days. The lunisolar calendar combines solar, lunar, […]

Event Photography, New York City, Photo Spots, Travel, US Travel

February 28, 2024

Local NYC Guide To Every Lunar New Year Celebration in 2026

Chinatown is one of the best places to experience Lunar New Year in NYC.

I recently had the opportunity to capture another surprise proposal that unfolded at The Ludlow Hotel, a chic luxury boutique haven nestled in the heart of Manhattan’s trendy Lower East Side. On an unseasonably warm November day, when autumn took a back seat and spring vibes took center stage, a magical love story was about […]

Couples, Event Photography

December 2, 2023

Capturing A Love Proposal at The Ludlow Hotel

The Lower Manhattan skyline is framed with a "will you marry me" proposal set up on the terrace of The Ludlow Hotel.

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: there’s something truly magical about photographing surprise proposals. It was a crisp and warm autumn day in October, and I had the honor of capturing another old colleague’s surprise proposal to his now-fiancée. The setting was the iconic Bow Bridge in Central Park, and the day […]

Couples, Event Photography

November 18, 2023

Surprise Proposal at Bow Bridge in Central Park

Groom-to-be gets down on one knee in front of the Bow Bridge in Central Park to propose to his girlfriend.

In typical concert photography fashion, only a few hours before the Trilogy Tour was set to kick off at Madison Square Garden I received a last-minute approval to photograph the legendary trio of Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin, and Pitbull. On this evening, I can finally check off “photographing at Madison Square Garden.” The last time […]

Concert Photography, Event Photography

November 2, 2023

Concert Photography of Trilogy Tour at Madison Square Garden

Beyond its delectable wood-fired pizzas and Italian-inspired menu, Porta in Jersey City is the ideal canvas for capturing cherished moments. This trendy hotspot in New Jersey, which frequently hosts private events, boasts a vibrant atmosphere that draws both locals and visitors alike. It was in this lively setting that I got to capture a wonderful […]

Camera Gear, Couples, Event Photography, Photography Tips

October 14, 2023

Porta Jersey City Event Photography Wedding Celebration

Porta Jersey City event photography embellished pizza purse.

Macklemore, the musical virtuoso born Benjamin Hammond Haggerty, has been an indomitable force in the music industry for well over a decade. Renowned for his socially charged lyrics and infectious pop-infused hip-hop tracks like Thrift Shop, he possesses an uncanny knack for forging profound connections with his audience. I had the privilege of photographing Macklemore’s […]

Concert Photography, Event Photography

September 24, 2023

Macklemore Mackin’ It at Pier 17 Rooftop

Rapper Macklemore talks to the audience at The Rooftop at Pier 17 with the World Trade Center in the background.

As a photographer, there’s no greater affirmation of your craft than when clients return to you, entrusting you with their precious memories once again. Such was the case when I received a call from a couple whose love story I had the honor of documenting last year. Their journey, which began with a breathtaking proposal […]

Couples, Event Photography

September 5, 2023

Electric Lemon Wedding Rehearsal Event Photography

Wedding rehearsal Electric Lemon event photography.