Happy 3rd Birthday Pretty Girl

Wishing this adorable,precious, and funny little girl a very happy 3rd birthday today!  Can't believe it was 3 years ago I got the call that your mommy just had you and I slipped and fell in the rainy parking lot of a Walgreens in my rush to get there (yes this really happened).

Happy Birthday Princess Emily!!!

Ricky, Ricky, Ricky - Can't You See?

If you did not get the reference to the title of this blog, you need to go right now and freshen up on your ol' skool hip hop.

Ladies and germs, I present to you, Ricardo, Ricky, Rick, Rico Suave - whatever floats your boat.  Quite the personality, you will be sure to see his face gracing the silver screen sometime in the near future.

Getting a little silly (always to be expected when working with Ricky).

And I will end on this note because these two are just adorable together (Ricky with his beautiful wife, Gabby).

Red, White, + Rose

What an absolutely perfect day to be out at the Long Island vineyards!  Slight breeze, beautiful skies and most of all, great company.  This past Saturday, a group of us headed out to the Island to celebrate the upcoming nuptials of our dear friend, Brennan.
First on our stop - Duck Walk.

The outdoor area of Duck Walk was just beautiful and relaxing, especially while enjoying the delicious lunch provided for us.

Up next on our tour is Pugliese.   We especially enjoyed this vineyard because in addition to wine, we were also given the opportunity to partake in some champagne.

Just some scenery we got to look at on the drive to the next vineyard - no biggie.

Our third and final stop , Baiting Hollow, I have to say was by far my favorite for a few reasons:
1)  I love the almost "beer garden for wine drinkers" feel to it.
2)  The acoustic guitarist singing in both male and female voices - interesting, slightly creepy, but also very enjoyable.
3)  The horse rescue right on the property.

4)  My new found love - Baiting Hollow Riesling 2010.  Buy me a bottle and I love you forever!

MARRIED: Sarah + Richie | Eleven Madison Park

When Sarah + Richie asked me to photograph their wedding, I couldn't have been more thrilled!  I have known these two for quite a few years, spent many birthdays and holidays with them, and now I was going to not only be there for their very special day but capture it for them to treasure forever.  Their simple 26 person wedding was so perfect and intimate, allowing them not only to enjoy the day but enjoy it closely with their family and best friends.

Vendor List

Church:  St. Benedict's Roman Catholic Church

Venue: Eleven Madison Park

Florist:  Designs by Rose
Limo: Club Limo
Cupcakes:  Georgetown Cupcakes
Favors: Sugar Daddy's

Hair: Bumble + Bumble - Joey

Makeup: Bobbi Brown Cosmetics - Lisa

Wedding Gown: Sophia Tolli

Bridesmaids: Bari Jay

Flower Girls: Crayon Kids

Groom Suit: Martin Greenfield

Ring Bearer Suits: Macy's

Jewelry: Swarovski
Headpiece: USA Bride

Shoes: Touch Ups

So happy to yet again work the very talented Designs By Rose!  The bouquets and centerpieces were gorgeous!

I just ADORE this photo of Sarah getting her makeup done!

Sarah's proud Papa watching his little girl.

I heart these two little girls - too precious for words.

She had that big smile ALL day!

Before heading over to the reception at Eleven Madison Park, we took a brief walk across the street to get some photos in Madison Square Park.

It was like this was written just for them.

A photo in front of Shake Shack was a MUST!

How cute are these kids?!

The young adults table.  

I love how they strayed away from the traditional wedding cake with these yummy cupcakes from Georgetown Cupcakes in Soho.

Sarah + Richie's wedding menu consisted of a tasting of several mouth watering dishes, such as Cous Cous with Smoke Tomato, Yogurt and Olives, Fluke with Pine Nuts, Black Garlic, and Royal Trumpet Mushrooms, and Beef with Sorrel, Marble Potatoes, and Sauce Bordelaise.  I give you permission to now wipe the drool from your chin.  Oh, and that little teacup - Tomato Tea.  Everything was exotically delicious!

A toast from Mike - the Best Man and Richie's long time friend and brother-in-law.

The bride and groom with their chef.

And I will end here with their first dance as husband and wife to "More" by Frank Sinatra.

Thank you both again for including me in your special day!