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Aug 10

Katie & Josh’s Summer Wedding At Fort Tryon Park in New York City

josh and katie

When a good friend introduced Katie to Josh at a Labor Day party, sparks flew immediately…but they both were about to start their teaching jobs with Teach America, and the timing just wasn’t right.

Katie’s friend Frank did not give up though, and he brought them together yet again at a teacher happy hour. When Katie and Josh realized their shared love of whiskey, BBQ, and being bad at darts. they just couldn’t let this good thing pass them by.

Flash forward to a Tuesday evening in Central Park. While on a stroll, Katie and Josh heard music blaring from a taco stand and began to dance. Stumbling over her long skirt, Katie yelled out to Josh as she fell, “Will you marry me!?”

After he said yes three times, she presented him with an antique pocket watch. A few minutes of pure delight ensued, upon which Josh declared “OK, now it’s may turn” and asked Katie to marry him as well.

Their wedding day began in Fort Tryon Park. Katie and Josh signed the Ketubulah, the traditional Jewish marriage license, surrounded by friends, family, and nature.

katie and josh

josh and katie

Josh and Katie

Their ceremony was incredibly beautiful – with special touches like the Chuppah held above them coming from a wall hanging in Josh’s hometown temple.

Josh and Katie

After the ceremony, Katie and Josh shared some special time together in the park while I took their portraits. They even climbed a tree in their fancy wedding attire!

Josh and Katie

Wedding guests enjoyed a cocktail hour outside of the fabulous New Leaf Bar and Restaurant, then headed inside to celebrate and dance to the rhythmic sounds of Robbie Scott and the New Deal.

Josh and Katie

josh and katie

I had such a wonderful time shooting this wedding. In sharing their special day, I got a chance to see what a fun and sincere couple Katie and Josh are. Thank you so much for the pleasure of taking part in your wedding!

josh and katie

Wedding Venue: New Leaf Bar and Restaurant and New Linden Terrace in Fort Tryon Park / Flowers: Flowers — Academy Floral / Cake: Soutine / Bride’s Dress: Sandals by Dessy / Bridesmaid dresses: After Six by Dessy / Groom’s Suit: David Alan NYC / Groomsmen attire: Ralph Lauren from Macy’s / Rings: Celtic Jewelers in Galway, Ireland / Bride’s earrings: Jewel Boutique in NYC / Ceremony music: Manhattan School of Music / Reception music: Robbie Scott and the New Deal

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Aug 10

Ashley And Michael’s NYC Wedding Featured On The Elegant Owl!

The Elegant Owl blog is a daily stop for me. It’s filled with beautiful photographs, great articles, and inspiring ideas. I’m so honored that Ashley and Michael’s NYC wedding was chosen to be featured today! Click here to see the full blog!

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Aug 10

Kari And Ryan:From A Long Distance Start To A Fairy Tale Ending

Kari and Ryan began a friendship through a college leadership/bible study they both attended in Minnesota.Friendship became romance, and when Kari moved back to her home state of New Jersey, only weeks after their first date, they continued their relationship long distance. They made monthly trips back and forth every month for over a year!

Kari and Ryan

When Kari moved back to Minnesota last September, Ryan did not wait long to ask Kari to be his wife. He took her on a stroll by a river, under the Minneapolis skyline. As they walked, Kari began to see candles…then roses and champagne…and then Ryan got down on one knee to propose. When she said yes, their closest friends and Kari’s sisters came running down the hill to congratulate them. So romantic!

The day began at Kari’s parents house with her bridesmaids, sisters, cousins and parents. Everyone had a blast sharing laughs and champagne toasts.

Kari and Ryan

The couple were married in New Jersey at Kari and family’s long-time church, just feet from their home. Kari walked down the aisle with her father while a close friend played guitar. It was a beautiful and meaningful ceremony, with a song sung by their close friend while Kari and Ryan lit a unity candle, followed by a prayer with family members.

Kari and Ryan

The reception took place at The Stroudsmoor Country Inn in Stroudsburg, PA. The venue had an incredibly elegant charm, very Ralph Lauren! After toasts to the happy couple, the wedding party and guests danced and sang the night away…including a lovely rendition of “I’m a Little Teapot” sung by the groom (an old college joke).

Kari and Ryan

Thanks to Kari and Ryan for letting me share in their special day!

Ceremony: Hillside Lutheran Brethren Church/ Reception: Stroudsmoor Country Inn / Brides Dress: Liz Clinton Bridal / Bride’s Jewelry: Vintage / Bridesmaid Dresses: Bloomingdales / Groom/Groomsmen Attire: Men’s Warehouse / Invitations: Dick and Jane Letterpress

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Aug 10

Angela Gaspar Photography Featured On Destination I Do!

I am so excited to share the news — Margaret and Joe’s Dominican Republic wedding has been published on the Destination I Do blog!

It was wonderful to shoot such a beautiful wedding with this amazing couple and their friends. Take a look at the article on the Destination I Do website here!

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Aug 10

Megan and John’s Wedding At Historic Allaire Village!

Megan and John

Megan and John met on what they thought would be an uneventful evening at Leggets Sand Bar, a local New Jersey hot-spot famous for it’s shot-wheel game. John played it cool, waiting almost a week to call Megan after she gave him her number. They went on their first date at Harrigan’s Pub in Sea Girt, NJ and the rest was history. Flash-forward one year to June 26th, their first anniversary. John planned a romantic night, starting with dinner at the restaurant where they had their second date. After dinner they headed to back to Harrigans, and their last stop was at the miniature golf course where they had their third date.

Nearing the end of their night, they came to the last hole, with Megan scoring a hole in one! John knelt down by the hole, as if to retrieve the ball, but came up on one knee holding an engagement ring! Teary eyed, Megan said yes to John; and her family, which had been waiting on the boardwalk nearby, joined them to celebrate the big news.

We started the wedding day at Megan’s family home in New Jersey. I absolutely loved Megan’s color choices of navy blue, with bright pink accents. Even her dog was dressed to the color scheme! Megan’s mother made a special bridal suite just for her big day, and when her father walked in and saw her in her dress for the first time, the moment was priceless.

Megan and John

Their ceremony took place in an adorable chapel in Historic Allaire Village, New Jersey, with bag pipers chiming as guests made their way into the church.

Megan and John

After the ceremony, we all headed to the elegant Oyster Point Hotel overlooking the water.

Megan and John

Guests danced the night away — but John really stole the show with his rendition of Michael Jackson’s Billie Jean!

Megan and John

What an amazing night it was – thank you for allowing me to share it with you, Megan and John!

Ceremony: Church at Historic Allaire Village / Reception and Catering: Oyster Point Hotel / Cake: Piece o’ Cake / Music: The Pros / Invitations: Carlson Craft / Flowers: Margo Jane Fletcher / Wedding Dress: Robin Jillian purchased at Cinderella Bridal / Brides Shoes:Shoes: Kate Spade / Bridesmaid Dresses: Alfred Sung purchased at Cinderella Bridal / Groom and Grooms men suits: Tuxedo Den / Hair and Makeup: Salon Kokopelli