Few Vermont wedding venues offer the myriad of ceremony and reception choices that Shelburne Museum does.  Wedding ceremonies can be held in one of the many garden locations(surrounded by Day lilly’s or Peonies), and your reception can be in a completely different location on the property.   One recent wedding held their breathtaking ceremony in the [...]

Looking for a unique &  affordable  location in Manhattan can be a task for some couples. The Alger House has become a favorite venue of mine to photograph.
The Alger House located in the West Village has amazing fun decor with vintage flair. Julius Caesar’s bust greets you after your walk up a long stairway until [...]

The Echo Lake Inn provides the perfect backdrop for your picturesque Vermont wedding.   Centrally located in Ludlow Vermont on the shores of Echo Lake, the inn offers accommodations for up to 100 guests in charming New England style.  Epicureans will delight in this Vermont wedding venues accolades in Gourmet and Bon Appetit magazine.  Well known [...]

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Sara Zarrella (one of our blog contributors) is not only an exceptional  photojournalist (just look at the eye candy above!) – but very lucky! She lives in the smallest state in New England, but without doubt, one of the most beautiful.  Rhode Island is home to various [...]

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With its elegant white columns, expansive lawns, a neutrally designed formal ballroom and a relatively short commute  from New York city,  you will feel miles away at The Bourne Mansion.   Just imagine up to 300 of your closest friends and family sipping cocktails while enjoying the grandeur of the eras [...]

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A short drive from New York City, New Jersey and really, the entire east coast, New York’s Hudson Valley is home to some of Northeast’s finest wedding venues.  From rustic farm weddings, private estate and castle weddings to glamorous, resort country club affairs, the Hudson Valley does have [...]

Last August, I photographed a wedding at The Fells. I was so awe inspired by the grounds – a true botanists delight (no, I´m not a botanist, but sounded kind of artsy…lol). Even sculptures of animals are hidden throughout the extensive grounds. I was literally overwhelmed with the beauty…it took me about 15 minutes just [...]

Grand does not need to imply overly extravagant.  In the world of weddings, even an intimate gathering can be grand.  There are many hidden gems in New England and Upstate New York  that will satisfy your ultra-lux style, if you have the budget.
Defined by service, food, wine and accolades from the worlds top critics, you [...]

For such a small state, Rhode Island carries its own weight with wedding locations.  The grand mansions and estates in Newport boldly shout elegant extravagance from an era bygone.  Ocean breezes and crashing waves can be felt and seen from numerous charming seaside resorts and inns. And if you are  intrigued by a bit of [...]

If you are looking for a landmark Boston wedding venue that is offering great midweek wedding specials certainly take a look at the Lyman Estate in Waltham.  This grand historic wedding location is surrounded by 37 acres of well manicured grounds with the mansion  included for your indoor wedding event.  Rental fees include:

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