Hello there! I’m a Hudson Valley photographer who’s been capturing weddings for about 20 years now. I hold dual degrees in photography (BFA) and anthropology (BA) from SUNY New Paltz, and I graduated back in 2002.

What I absolutely adore about wedding and portrait photography is that I get to create portraits that hold a deep personal meaning and will last longer than we will.

I like to approach weddings with a documentary/photojournalistic mindset. I believe there’s magic in documenting events as they unfold and capturing the most authentic version of my clients. But, throughout the day, I do make a few suggestions based on lighting, poses, and circumstances that will result in the best photographs (this is something that photojournalists don’t do). At weddings, my goal is to create a beautiful visual record of the day without being too overbearing myself. I really value creating beautiful family portraits at weddings because I want them to become cherished keepsakes that will serve as a visual family history for you and future generations. I also take a lot of candid shots, which capture real emotions. My main objective at weddings is to do all of this while remaining completely unobtrusive so that you and your guests can enjoy the celebration to the fullest.

When photographing couples, I like to create a space where they can be playful and enjoy each other’s company. Often, when doing couples portraits, I give them some cues that allow them to be their regular selves and then I photograph from a distance. I don’t want to always dictate what’s happening. I want you to be you.