Key Hall
Anna and Josh’s Wedding
Saturday April 28, 2012
This was another weekend of perfect wedding couples, starting with Anna and Josh! We started the day with Anna and her bridal party at the Paul Mitchell School in Schenectady where the bride and her bridal party were getting hair and make-up done. What a fun way to start the day with everyone very up-beat and excited! From there we walked across the street to the Hampton Inn, where we quickly learned Anna is a perfectionist. She had everything laid out for Michael to photograph before she slipped into her gorgeous dress. Anna is very creative as you will see from the gifts she gave her bridesmaids, hand painted champagne glasses with each girls name on them. From there we were off to see how Josh was doing at the church and spend time with him. The ceremony was beautiful and the church was a beautiful backdrop for family pictures. From there we went to Key Hall in Proctors Theatre where Anna and Josh were very willing to take advantage of this awesome theatre for some amazing shots! As we entered Key Hall, I was so impressed by everything that Anna chose to transform this hall into a fantasy. The cake was magical, the tree with butterflies that had table name and numbers on them and the table settings with the simplicity of the baby’s breath floral arrangements was all sheer perfection and creative! Thanks to Mazzone Hospitality and their staff, guests were treated a magnificent reception. After dinner and cake, DJ Nick kept this party going and having everyone dancing and having fun all night. Thank you for allowing us to be part of this amazing day with you and your families and friends! It was such a fun day, thanks to your enthusiasm and willingness to let us create lasting memories!
Congratulations Anna and Josh!
Michael and Nancy
Nora and Eric, their story to follow….
Saratoga National Golf Course
Jennifer and Ian’s Wedding
Saturday April 7th, 2012
The first wedding in April and we are off to an amazing start! We couldn’t have asked for a happier bride-to-be as we arrived at Jennifer’s mom’s home!
As we entered the kitchen we found Alayne from Make Me Fabulous do just that for Jennifer. After all the photographing of the gorgeous, gown, shoes, and flowers from Fleurtacious Designs, it was off to Longfellow’s Hotel where we met up with the very handsome Ian. From there we went to Saratoga National where Jennifer was getting dressed and where the reveal would be set up before the ceremony. This couple is so in tune with each other…….Ian asked how Jen was and Jen asked how Ian was and the answer was the same…….. they were both anxious to get started!
The reveal was perfect and so was the ceremony in the main ballroom at Saratoga National. The wedding party and guests were treated to a harpist playing as the bridal party entered the room. For an hour and a half guests were treated to an amazing selection of appetizers before entering the beautifully decorated ballroom for the reception. Dinner as always was delicious and Banquet Manager Danielle and her staff go above and beyond to make sure everyone is happy! After all the formalities, everyone enjoyed the music provided by DJ Paul Malo, who always gets the crowd on their feet and dancing all night!
We cannot thank you enough Jennifer and Ian for your enthusiasm and willingness to indulge us with the sunset pictures! Spending the day with you was truly so much fun! We wish you all the happiness you both deserve!
Thank you!
Michael and Nancy
March 31, 2012The Glen Sanders Mansion
Blair and Jeffrey’s Wedding
March 31st, 2012
The last day in March, and in spite of the snow that fell in the morning, it cleared up for Blair’s wish for no snow on her wedding! We arrived at the Mansion where Blair and her family were getting glamorous with hair and make-up, thanks to Alayne from Make-Me-Fabulous! I knew it was going to be a fun day, thanks to everyone just relaxed and enjoying the anticipation of the excitement of the day ahead! Even the flower girls Emerson and Alisa were giggling and posing for Michael for some fun pictures! Now it was time for Blair’s photo shoot and she looked absolutely beautiful and so happy!
Next stop St. Mary’s Church in Ballston Spa to catch up with the groom Jeffrey and his brother Pat. The fun continued at the church with photo’s, laughter and anticipating the arrival of the bride-to-be! After an emotional ceremony, and family photo’s, it was time to get back to The Glen Sanders Mansion for the celebration of Blair and Jeffrey!
As always, the ambiance and the attention to detail from the management and staff at the Mansion, certainly exceeds the expectations of everyone’s dream wedding! That is what I observed as Blair and Jeff entered the ballroom for their first look. From there the night continued with introductions, first dance, toasts, delicious food, and music thanks to the awesome DJ Fernando, from Piano Man’s DJ Productions.
Michael and I just want to thank you and your family for a very enjoyable day! The enthusiasm and happiness you have with each other made this day so much fun!
Congratulations Blair and Jeff! We wish you all the health and happiness you both deserve!
Michael and Nancy
Mallozzi’s
Cathie and Mike’s Wedding
Sunday, March 18th, 2012
Our second wedding for the weekend was for Cathie and Mike, and it turned out to be another wonderful memorable day!
Famiglia! That is what this amazing Italian family is all about, and Cathie embraced us from the moment we walked in the door like we were family! Parents, aunts, uncles, brother, close friends were all gathered at the house to enjoy the beginning of this joyous occasion. Cathie looked so beautiful in her wedding dress and navy blue Prada shoes! We were having so much fun at the house, but we had to get to the Church and spend some quality time with Mike and his best man for their photos.
After the ceremony and family pictures, we were off to Mallozzi’s for the reception. While guests were enjoying an amazing spread of food for the cocktail hour, we had time for some very special pictures with a very special member of the famiglia……..Frankie their pet bulldog! He was at the engagement photo shoot, he had to be at the wedding too!
This reception was non-stop food, fun and laughter! I must first acknowledge Teresa the banquet manager and her staff at Mallozzi’s. What an amazing job they do with the food and attention to detail. Thanks also to DJ Mike Garrasi from Music Man Entertainment who never fails to keep the party going all night! Last but not least to capture the festivities of the day was freelance videographers Matt and Tom.
Thank you Cathie and Mike for your warmth and enthusiasm, which made this day as much fun for us as it was for you!
We wish you all the health and happiness that you both deserve!
Congratulations!
Michael and Nancy
Mohawk River Country Club
Kara & Nick’s Wedding
Saturday, March 17, 2012
So, what happens when you combine a sweet, beautiful Irish Girl and a handsome, charming Puerto Rican Man………one amazing happy couple! This is how our weekend of weddings began with Kara and Nick enjoying every minute of their very awesome wedding! We could not have asked for a more perfect day, and a perfect bride! When we arrived at Kara’s parent’s house, there was controlled chaos, music, a make-up artist from Make-me-Fabulous and……….. Briana, Kara’s sister who just kept everybody laughing! We were having so much fun there, I didn’t want to leave, but I think Nick would want to see how gorgeous his bride looks! While at the Church we waited for the bride to arrive, and spent just enough time with Nick and his best man for pictures, until Kara and the bridal party arrived.
After the ceremony at Holy Names Chapel, Kara, Nick and bridal party were escorted out by Richmond Johnston, a bagpiper, and off to the Mohawk River County Club where we could not have asked for a more perfect day! Not only was it perfect outside for pictures, but inside the ballroom looked very festive for St. Patrick’s Day as did the wedding party as they were introduced by the band. The night flew by as guests were treated to a day filled with food, fun, laughter and dancing from an amazing band Mirage out of Rhode Island.
The owner Raphael and his staff always do a wonderful job with the food and service at the Country Club. When all the formalities were complete, we were able to get Kara and Nick outside for a magnificent sunset picture that is breathtaking! Back inside, the night continued with this wonderful celebration of Kara and Nick surrounded by their family and friends!
Thank you Kara and Nick for allowing us to be part of this memorable day with you and your families. You not only made the day easy for us, but it was truly enjoyable!
Congratulations, and we wish all the health and happiness you both deserve!
Michael and Nancy
Franklin Plaza
Steevi Christina and Joe’s Wedding
Saturday, March 3, 2012
This is the first wedding we have in March and if this is any indication of how well our season goes, we will take it! From the moment we began our day at the home of Steevi’s grandparents, we knew it was going to be an amazing day of fun and laughter! After hair and make-up artists finished up, it was time for Steevi to WOW everyone as she revealed her gorgeous dress to everyone at the house. After we finished up with Steevi and her bridal party, it was off to St. Pius Church in Loudonville to find the groom and spend some time with him. Joe was also very excited about the day ahead of him and looked very handsome for his photo’s. The ceremony was so beautiful and Steevi and Joe were all smiles as they walked down the aisle for the first time as husband and wife!
It was time to get this party started, so off to the Franklin Plaza we went. As always, the room looked beautiful, the food was amazing and Greg and his staff were there to take care of everything! After all the formalities were taken care of, it was nonstop dancing thanks to the incredible, music from DJ Fernando! He just knows how to rock a wedding and keep everyone on the dance floor and just having fun!
We want to thank you Steevi and Joe for allowing us to be part of this happy day with you and your families! It was a pleasure spending this special day with you,
and we enjoyed your warmth and enthusiasm which made it fun for us as well!
Congratulations and we wish you health and happiness for many, many years!
Michael and Nancy
Franklin Plaza
Erin and Matt’s Wedding
Friday, February 3rd, 2012
Who could ever predict that there would be no snow in February, especially Erin on her wedding day! There was a chill in the air, but spirits were high for this very special day! What an absolutely perfect day from the moment we arrived at the Franklin Plaza Suites and Erin opened the door to greet us.
Stunning is the word I have to describe Erin from jeans and white blouse to her gorgeous dress! After the ceremony, it was back to the Franklin Plaza for more pictures, and a lot of food, fun and dancing!
As guests entered the ballroom, they were treated to beautiful table settings, thanks in part to David Schmidt from Renaissance Floral Design.
As always Greg and his staff from the Franklin Plaza did a spectacular job with the food and customer service they are well known for. We just want to thank Erin and Matt for allowing us to be part of this very happy day
It was truly a pleasure working with you and your friends and family.
Congratulations!
Michael and Nancy
Mallozzi’s
Jessica and Robert’s Wedding
New Years Eve
We all have special ways of celebrating and bringing in a new year, but, when you are a wedding photographer, you always know what you will be doing!
I can’t think of a better way to spend New Years Eve, especially when you have a bride and groom like Jessica and Bob! The enthusiasm and love that they clearly have for each other, made this day so amazing! Jessica looked gorgeous walking down the aisle of the St. Pius X Church in Loudonville, where Bob waited anxiously to start their new life together.
Although Jess prayed for snow, her wish list of places to take photographs was perfect even without the snow. Time to get back to Mallozzi’s to really get this party started and so it did, with the cocktail hour and then Grand Central Station welcoming the wedding party into the ballroom. After a delicious dinner, wedding cake, and Mallozzi’s famous Viennese table, there was non-stop dancing, laughter, and so much fun!At the stroke of midnight, everyone got noise makers and hats and watched the ball drop in Times Square!
Thank you Jess and Bob for choosing us to be part of this incredible celebration! You made our day feel more like a day out with friends than work!
We wish you years of health, happiness and everything you wish in life!
Michael and Nancy
Kim and Jason, their story to follow…
