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Central Park Engagement Session in New York City

 

Arielle and Matt are such a beautiful couple, both inside and out. As soon as we began talking about me photographing their New York wedding day, I immediately fell in love with their vision. I knew I wanted to work with them and was ecstatic when they chose me to be their photographer! I recently had the chance to meet up with them for their Central Park engagement session and I had a great time getting to know more about life with Arielle and Matt. 

When I plan engagement sessions with my couples, my biggest goal is making them feel as comfortable and natural in front of the camera as possible. I encourage them to choose a location that is meaningful to their love story. Arielle and Matt chose Central Park and the Upper East Side neighborhood they live in because they spend a lot of time in these two NYC landmarks. That’s exactly the feeling I want for my couples! Not only is it a place where Arielle and Matt have lived their love story, but they’re also super iconic for a New York couple. A double win in my book! 

Arielle and Matt looked effortlessly stylish during our session. I absolutely adored Arielle’s white dress. It was perfect for a laidback summer vibe, while still making it clear she’s the bride-to-be. Her dress popped perfectly against the apartments in the Upper East Side and all the green foliage in the park, too. I loved watching Arielle and Matt interact as we moved around the city. It’s clear that they are so in love, and it felt more like I was tagging along for a date than a big session for them. I hope that Arielle and Matt felt the same way because they truly were naturals in front of the camera! 

Congratulations, Arielle and Matt! I’m so happy for you and thrilled that we were able to capture your beautiful New York City engagement session together!! 


man and woman hug under arch inside Central Park
engaged couple holds hands walking near staircase inside Central Park
woman holds man's arm showing off engagement ring in Central Park
engaged couple hugs in front of Central Park boathouse by lake
man kisses fiancee in white dress on steps inside Central Park
engaged couple holds hands walking by lake in Central Park
man smiles at fiancee holding her hand near steps inside Central Park
engaged couple holds hands crossing sidewalks on the Upper East Side in New York City
man hugs woman from behind in front of mural inside archway at Central Park
man and woman hold hands walking through Central Park
black and white photo of couple holding hands in front of arches in Central Park
brunette woman smiles in off-the-shoulder white dress during summer engagement photos in NYC
man and woman hug in front of Bethesda Fountain in Central Park
woman turns to kiss man on crosswalk on the Upper East Side in New York City
engaged couple holds hands walking along lake inside Central Park
engaged couple holds hands during Central Park engagement session
man smiles in button down blue shirt by Bethesda Fountain
man in blue shirt hugs woman from behind during summer engagement session in Central Park
engaged couple hugs near the Bethesda Fountain inside Central Park
man and woman kiss in front of the Bethesda Fountain inside Central Park
couple hugs together under balcony of home on the Upper East Side in New York City
man and woman hold hands walking down the Upper East Side in New York City
engaged couple walks down sidewalk and kisses on the Upper East Side in New York City
engaged couple holds hands walking by houses on the Upper East Side in New York City
man and woman hug belly to belly during portraits on the Upper East Side in New York City
woman holds hand near side of white dress during Central Park engagement session

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