I’d like to start the week off with a post about friends, family, and community. This past weekend, I got to spend some time with very dear friends of mine and so I wanted to feature them using last years photos from Ali and Gary’s wedding! First of all, shout out to @ggreezy and his parents for hosting an incredible BBQ hang at his home in Staten Island. Last year around this time, we were all together during Ali and Gary’s wedding, so it was special to have everyone together again, one year later.⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ I also want to give a shout out and a huge thank you to @christiantorresphoto. I’m not sure if you know this, but without you, I would never have met any of these wonderful humans and these beautiful photos you see here, wouldn’t exist. Furthermore, I had no idea that the moment you asked me if I could drive a box truck would mark the very beginning of an amazing relationship with the team and community that makes up @designwithinreach and @mixedmediaproductions. @christiantorresphoto, I deeply thank you 🙏🏼⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Lastly, Ali and Gary, it was such a pleasure seeing the both of you one year after your wedding. You two are truly made for one another and I’m so incredibly happy that the both of you found each other. And with that said, the last shout out goes to all that attended the BBQ on Saturday. @selrod4, @manipulating_genetics, @paulctucker, @taylorgillphotography, @limogest, @amyfrancesfraher, @frankinny, @missonil, @marius.dof, @mykl3000, @k8dvs_ , @kristinetrevino, and @tcphotonyc. Bless your beautiful souls 😊❤️⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Oh and lastly, shout out to @brodydudeman, @always_tenzin, and Slim! You guys were missed!! ❤️
Aside from Ali and Gary’s (@ggreezy) “first look”, my favorite part of the day was their ceremony. Here’s another flip book to add to the story of how beautiful these two are together. The key memory I have of this ceremony is simply noticing how focused and present Ali and Gary were with one another during the entire experience. It was as if they were the only ones in that field.⁣ ⁣ During the ceremony, I couldn’t help but get a little teary eyed over the fact that I had the honor to not only witness these moments up close, but also to capture these moments so that they could live on as precious mementos throughout Ali and Gary’s life together. I will always cherish this day and I’m so thankful that I was given the opportunity to capture the immense love that these two have for one another. Bless you souls Ali and Gary! 😊❤️✌🏼⁣ ⁣ Shout out to @dingus_of_the_universe for marrying them and being a huge part of such a wonderful ceremony 🙌🏼
Today marks the one year anniversary of these two amazing humans, Ali and Gary (@ggreezy). To celebrate this very special day, as well as this very special love story, I thought it would be best to share this flip book of their “first look” ☺️⁣ ⁣ Honestly, there’s not much for me to say because to me, these images and these split second moments perfectly encapsulate Ali and Gary’s beautiful relationship. I wish you two many many more wonderful years together and I wish you two all the best on this journey of life together ❤️
It’s been one week since the Pride Parade and I’ve been doing some thinking during this holiday weekend. To me, July 4th is a holiday to look back and reflect on the immense, unfathomable sacrifices that have been made in order to get us where we are today. Yes, we still have a very very long way to go, and yet, in this present moment, it’s events like the Pride Parade that remind me of how far we have come, what we’re actually fighting for, what we believe in, and where we’re headed.⁣ ⁣ This last set of photos represents the importance of community. Witnessing the outpouring of love and support last weekend was truly heart warming. I love this city. Where else can tens of thousands of people march in support of the LGBTQ community?!? Once again, shout out to @stlawrenceu for the incredible opportunity to photograph my community within a much larger interconnected community. What a beautiful experience #onelove ❤️⁣ ⠀⁣ #nycpride #nycpride #LGBTQequality #humanrights #gaypride #pridemonth #prideweek #pride2019 #allweneedislove #loveisfreedom #loveforall #LGBTQ #LGBTQlove
During the 🏳️‍🌈 Pride Parade 🏳️‍🌈 this past weekend, I couldn’t help but notice how people adorned themselves. ⠀ As someone who appreciates the details of life, I was drawn to everyone’s personal statement. Earrings, tattoos, necklaces, pins, sunglasses, socks, watches, and of course, glitter, all made me smile. ⠀ My camera and I thank you all for your one of a kind self expressions ❤️🏳️‍🌈❤️ ⠀ Once again, shout out to @stlawrenceu and all who marched this past Sunday! 🙌🏼 ⠀ #nycpride #nycpride #LGBTQequality #humanrights #gaypride #pridemonth #prideweek #pride2019 #allweneedislove #loveisfreedom #loveforall #LGBTQ #LGBTQlove
Yesterday, I had the honor and privilege of marching in the @nycpride #parade with my alma mater, @stlawrenceu. To each and every person in these photos, I’d like to acknowledge you for being you 🏳️‍🌈😊❤️✌🏼🙏🏼🏳️‍🌈 ⠀ What I love most about #nycpride is witnessing and capturing the pure joy of humans simply being their fully expressed selves. How beautiful is that?! Truly, it’s an honor and a privilege to document a day where humans get to be proud of who they are and who they are becoming 🏳️‍🌈❤️🏳️‍🌈 ⠀ #nycpride #nycpride #LGBTQequality #humanrights #gaypride #pridemonth #prideweek #pride2019 #allweneedislove #loveisfreedom #loveforall #LGBTQ #LGBTQlove
Last night, I attended a @hermanmiller design event, and at one point, I looked up to see this guy within the crowd! I was immediately transported back to @samyurkosky and @hbnyc1’s wedding, and truth be told, I got a bit teary again. Just ask @maryatudor, @dareydo, and @sweet_cara_cara! ☺️ I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, the love that these two have for one another touches my soul, warms my heart, and inspires me to continue to be open to beautiful connections and relationships. Sam and Huy, I wish you two all the best in this next chapter of your lives and I’m eternally grateful that I was there to capture your special day as well as your very special bond. May this life bring you many many more beautiful years together 😊🙏🏼❤️
Do yourself a favor and scroll through this mini flip book of love! Truly, how can you not smile with complete joy at this first kiss?!? 😍 The moment of realization (look at Huy’s eyes!), the pre-kiss dance off, the kiss, the dip, and the smiles at the end?! I’m speechless. @samyurkosky and @hbnyc1, what an incredible love story. I wish you two many more beautiful chapters together! ✌🏼❤️😊🙏🏼
Is this not the best teaser wedding photo ever?!? Look at the excitement on their faces! 🤗 I had the honor of photographing Samantha (@samyurkosky) and Huy’s (@hbnyc1) magical wedding at @theboxhousehotel this past weekend. All I have to say is that I was deeply moved by the love that these two have for one another. Wow! Honestly, I’ve never been so emotional at a ceremony in my life! Dealing with tears while capturing a wedding ceremony is quite the experience! More to come! 😊🙏🏼❤️✌🏼