Roundhouse Wedding : Bobby & nathan : Beacon, NY
There’s a particular kind of quiet beauty to December at The Roundhouse in Beacon, NY. The trees outside the massive windows are bare and graphic against the sky. The light turns blue early. Inside, wood beams glow warm overhead and everything feels intimate in a way that only winter can create.
Bobby & Nathan’s wedding was the final celebration of my 2025 season, and it felt like the perfect ending.
They chose to get ready together in one of the Roundhouse suites, and I loved that choice immediately. There was no artificial separation, no big staged reveal — just the two of them adjusting bowties, laughing, checking cufflinks, moving through the morning side by side. The energy was calm but excited, grounded but joyful. Their tuxedos from Indochino were classic and sharp — velvet jackets, satin lapels, clean tailoring — exactly right for a winter evening in Beacon.
The design of the day leaned winter without ever feeling Christmas. Evergreen installations wrapped the staircase. The ceremony backdrop was lush with pine, white florals, and layered texture — sculptural but soft. Florals by Flora Good Times felt organic and seasonal in the most refined way. The boutonnieres were delicate and thoughtful — creamy blooms with subtle green tones that stood out beautifully against black velvet.
Lighting by LNJ Events transformed the reception space as the sun went down. The exposed beams, string lights, and brick walls took on this golden warmth, while outside the windows the Hudson Valley slipped into a cool blue dusk. That contrast — warm interior, cold exterior — is one of the reasons winter is one of my favorite seasons to shoot at The Roundhouse.
We made portraits inside at the bar and lobby, where the architecture frames everything so cleanly. Then we stepped outside briefly — just long enough to catch that crisp air and get a few street and terrace portraits. You can see it in their posture, the way they naturally lean into each other when it’s cold. It adds something real. Then it’s back inside where cocktails are flowing and guests are glowing.
The ceremony was warm, humorous, and emotional all at once. Officiated by One Hearts Ceremonies, it struck that perfect balance — personal stories that made everyone laugh, followed by quiet, meaningful moments that pulled the room in. At one point, both of them were laughing mid-vow while guests wiped away tears. It felt human. Unscripted. Completely them.
The reception room looked incredible — round tables set beneath string lights, greenery framing the windows, candlelight flickering across the floor. And then the energy shifted.
The dance floor was lit. Truly. Matty Stuart and the band absolutely brought it. From the first song, the room was packed. Jackets came off. Bowties loosened. Guests surrounded them, singing, pointing, hyping them up. At one point they popped champagne with pure theatrical drama — hands up, laughter, spray catching the light — and the whole room erupted.
Their guests were fun in that effortless way — fully present, fully celebrating. It made photographing the night feel electric.
Ending 2025 with Bobby & Nathan at The Roundhouse felt right. Evergreen wrapped the staircase. Candlelight flickered against brick. Outside it was cold and quiet; inside it was warm, loud, and full of joy. I genuinely loved shooting this one.
Winter in Beacon never disappoints.
Sleepy Hollow Country Club Wedding : Nicole & Peter : Briarcliff Manor, NY
An August wedding at Sleepy Hollow Country Club in Westchester County for Nicole and Peter, with an outdoor ceremony on the lawn and a reception under the tent. Bright summer light, thoughtful design, and a celebration that felt relaxed, elegant, and grounded from start to finish.
Thoughtful planning by Mikie Russo kept the day moving smoothly while allowing space for things to unfold naturally.
The bride got ready on site in Sleepy Hollow’s lovely suites upstairs wearing a sculptural gown by Danielle Frankel. Modern and unfussy, it set the tone for the day. Hair and makeup by Mervat Bridals and KDM Artistry kept everything polished but natural.
Inside the tent, the light began to shift. During the first dance, the sun broke through the tent walls, creating texture and dimension across the floor—one of those unplanned moments that defines how a space feels more than how it looks. The Jenna Wynne Band delivered a high-energy set that became one of the most memorable elements of the night.
As daylight faded, guests drifted outside, drawn toward the Hudson River as the light melted into the horizon—an unhurried pause before the evening gathered momentum again. Later, the dance floor opened up and the celebration took on a different rhythm. Greek dancing emerged organically during the reception—joyful and communal—adding tradition without changing the overall tone of the evening.
Florals by Pat Glenn Productions anchored the space throughout the night, and the cake by Ron Ben Israel fit seamlessly into the design—elegant, restrained, and clearly considered.
Later, the celebration moved into the historic clubhouse for an after-party that leaned into contrast. A DJ, red light, disco ball, and late-night snacks carried the party into the late hours.
Nicole and Peter—she from New York, he a Midwestern transplant who found his way here—share a quiet elegance and sharp personal style. Nothing performative. Just a well-built day, an exceptional team, and a celebration that felt fully lived in.
Creative Team
Venue: Sleepy Hollow Country Club
Photography: Brian Hatton Weddings
Film: Frank Ahn Films
Planning: Mikie Russo
Florals: Pat Glenn Productions
Stationery: Glow Paper Co.
Cake: RBI Cakes
Dress: Danielle Frankel
Makeup: KDM Artistry
Hair: Mervat Bridals
Band: Jenna Wynne Band
Brooklyn Botanic Garden Wedding : The Palm House : Brooklyn, NY
Late spring at Brooklyn Botanic Garden has a way of doing the work for you. The greens are confident. The light is generous. Everything feels awake.
Olivia and Sunjay were married on one of those days.
The ceremony unfolded on the lawn beneath a sweeping weeping willow—branches dipping low, framing the moment like it had been waiting for them. Soft afternoon light filtered through the leaves. Nothing was forced or rushed.
Inside The Palm House, color carried the room. Bright, cheerful florals by Rebecca Shepherd played beautifully against glass and greenery—joyful, vibrant, alive. It felt like spring fully committing.
There’s a calm that settles in when a day is well held. Exquisite Affairs Productions coordinated everything with quiet precision, allowing the day to unfold naturally—giving Olivia and Sunjay the space to be exactly who they are together: fun-loving, relaxed, and completely at ease.
That ease shows up everywhere. In the way they laugh. In how they move through the garden. In moments that don’t ask for attention but reward it when you notice.
Alongside me was Fen Video Production—one of those collaborators who just gets it. Professional, thoughtful, unobtrusive. The kind of presence you want when the goal is to preserve a day as it actually felt.
This was a wedding that didn’t try too hard. It didn’t need to. The light showed up. The garden showed up. And Olivia and Sunjay showed up for each other—fully, joyfully, without pretense.
Some days just do that.
Ridgewood Country Club Wedding : Erica & Charlie : Paramus, NJ
There’s a particular kind of calm that surrounds a wedding at Ridgewood Country Club. Tucked behind a quiet neighborhood in Paramus, NJ, it reveals itself slowly—measured, elegant, confident in its history. It’s the kind of place that doesn’t need to announce itself.
Erica and Charlie’s wedding fit that setting perfectly.
The day began with a nuptial mass at Church of the Presentation in Upper Saddle River. Led by Fr. Bob, the ceremony was grounded and reverent, offering a stillness that set the tone for everything that followed. A moment to pause. To breathe. To take it all in before the celebration widened its scope.
Back at Ridgewood, the pace shifted—subtly at first, then all at once.
The day unfolded with an ease that comes only from careful planning and quiet competence. CBC EVENTS, led by Christine Figliuolo, orchestrated every transition with precision, ensuring that nothing ever felt rushed or over-managed. Guests moved effortlessly from one moment to the next, unaware of the invisible structure holding everything together.
Inside the club, the design leaned into texture and restraint. Florals by ANNA ROSE FLORALS softened the classic interiors—lush, organic arrangements that felt intentional rather than ornamental. They didn’t compete with the architecture; they complemented it.
One of the most striking elements in the room was the custom dance floor by SHOUT. More than décor, it anchored the ballroom, giving the space a tailored, editorial feel and signaling exactly where the energy of the night would collect.
And collect it did.
Music was clearly central to Erica and Charlie’s vision. 45 RIOTS took over the reception with a 12-piece ensemble that filled the room with sound—soulful, high-energy, and relentless in the best way. The dance floor stayed packed, the kind of scene where shoes come off quietly and nobody checks the time.
When the night refused to wind down, MEAN MACHINE carried the after-party forward, shifting the tone just enough to keep things electric. It was a perfect contrast—proof that tradition and edge don’t have to live in separate worlds.
Through it all, what stood out most was the balance. The architecture. The emotion. The noise. The quiet. Erica and Charlie managed to hold all of it at once—classic sophistication paired with genuine, unfiltered celebration.
It was a privilege to document a day that felt so complete.
The Creative Team
Photography: Brian Hatton Weddings
Planning: CBC EVENTS (Christine Figliuolo)
Venue: Ridgewood Country Club
Floral Design: ANNA ROSE FLORALS
Main Band: 45 RIOTS
After-Party Band: MEAN MACHINE
Dance Floor Decal: SHOUT
Video: NST Pictures
Linens: NUAGE DESIGNS
Liberty Warehouse WEdding : Olivia & Daniel : Brooklyn, NY
Olivia & Daniel were wed in August at Liberty Warehouse in Brooklyn, NY overlooking the Statue of Liberty.
Most couples come to me looking for a similar type of thing: “candids” and a number of staged bride/groom photos and group shots that tend to range 1-3 hours. On this particular day, we spent 5 minutes total on family and bride & groom portraits. They wanted to be totally and completely present on their wedding day letting me drift around capturing their and their guests’ experience entirely in the moment. I was fortunate to have a particularly dynamic afternoon with interesting light and weather and a guest list that included an international crowd dressed for success. It was fun to allow things to unfold entirely as they happened.
