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Rosanna & Kevin’s Wedding!

Published by Ulysses on September 6, 2008 in Weddings. 7 Comments

Rosanna & Kevin were the most PUMPED couple ever when their wedding day arrived! Throughout the entire day we couldn’t stop laughing with them. The invitation to their “premiere event” seen at the left says it all. Everything about their wedding & reception day was larger than life - so many guests, so much food, and so much fun. It was also an incredible mix of rich Italian and Irish culture, making for pure joy for everyone there.

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Rosanna & Kevin, we can’t begin to thank you enough for the opportunity we’ve had to photograph with you. It has been simply awesome since day #1. And thank you so much for seating us as your guests in the main dining room and for the amazing multi-course meal! Jenni and I truly felt like a part of the family.

Enough talk for now! We know you’ve all been waiting a while to see photos from Rosanna & Kevin’s premiere event! We didn’t want to lose another moment, so here is a teaser of photos for your enjoyment. Just click the “PLAY” button below:

The entire gallery will be available when Rosanna & Kevin return from their honeymoon. It will be in the “Client Proofs” area of our main website, so keep on the lookout for it. Until then, enjoy the slideshow above. We’d love to hear from you, so please leave a note by clicking on the “Comments” link immediately above this blog entry.

You’re Invited: “Unveiled” Bridal Event

Published by Ulysses on September 4, 2008 in Weddings. 1 Comment

Each year, Westchester Magazine hosts a fabulous and exclusive bridal & fashion event intended to raise the bar on excitement and education for all things wedding related. For their 2008 event, Ulysses Photography is not only one of the event sponsors, but we’ll also be there to photograph the show for the magazine.  So come out and join us!

As a bonus, all brides receive a complimentary one-year subscription to Westchester Weddings magazine.

For instructions and directions on how to attend, kindly reply online to westchestermagazine.com.  Click on “Bridal Registry” to sign up.  We hope to see you there!

Download the Unveiled invitation in PDF format.

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We’ll See You at Chateau Hathorn!

Published by Jenni on September 4, 2008 in News. 1 Comment

Ulysses and I will be attending the Chateau Hathorn Bridal Show in Warwick, NY, this Sunday, 9/7/08, from 12:30-3:00pm. We’d love for you to join us!  If you haven’t yet been to the Chateau Hathorn, either for dinner, for one of their incredible wine tasting events, or to check it out for your upcoming wedding, you are seriously missing out.  The Chateau Hathorn is definitely one of our favorite places - there simply hasn’t been anything we’ve eaten there that we haven’t LOVED.  And the people couldn’t be friendlier!  The Zueger family runs the Chateau with warmth and total enthusiasm for what they do.

If you come on Sunday, you’ll have the opportunity to walk the beautiful grounds and enjoy the old world elegance of the building (they are a bed & breakfast, too!), sample hors d’oeuvres and wedding cake, and speak to several local vendors.  And of course, please visit us!  Ulysses and I will be there to chat and talk about your upcoming wedding.  We look forward to seeing you!

Happy Anniversary to Us!!!!!

Published by Ulysses on September 3, 2008 in News. 18 Comments

Sometimes it’s hard to believe, but Jenni and I are celebrating our 19th anniversary of marriage! We can honestly say that as the years have rolled by, we’ve come to appreciate one another ever more. And that appreciation has led to an even deeper love and devotion. The way we look at it, 19 years isn’t really so much time when what you really want to do is spend an eternity together. Still, we can offer the following little tips that have helped us:

  1. Give your marriage everything you’ve got. It’s worth every bit of the time and energy you put into your union.
  2. Make sure you show and tell one another OFTEN how much you love one another.
  3. A successful marriage requires two great forgivers.

Trust me, the few short & sweet points above will keep you working at it for years. Let us know how things are going for you!

For those waiting to see previews from recent weddings, many thanks for your patience. We’ll be back soon with lots to share. But today I’m going to spend a bit of time with my honey on our anniversary day.  :)

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Coming Soon: Rosanna & Kevin

Published by Ulysses on September 3, 2008 in Weddings. 1 Comment

Coming soon to a blog near you: Rosanna & Kevin’s wedding!

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It’s our own 19th wedding anniversary, so we’ll be away for the day. But when we get back, we’ll be hard at work preparing photos for their blog and for their gallery. It will be well worth the wait! Keep your browsers bookmarked and ready for a more complete blog entry on Rosanna & Kevin’s wedding soon!

Melissa & Bohdan’s Wedding

Published by Ulysses on September 2, 2008 in Weddings. 0 Comments

Summertime, bows, lavender, and love - all of those things came together beautifully on Melissa & Bohdan’s special day. They had chosen the breathtaking view from the hilltop of The Eagle’s Nest to say their wedding vows to one another. It was easy to see how swept up in one another they were when they finally joined hands at the end of the ceremonial aisle. Another beautiful aspect of this day was the blending of two cultures - Latin and Ukranian - for a celebration of life and love with dancing, singing, warm camaraderie, and true family connections.

Melissa & Bo, we’ve had an excellent time with you both from day #1. Thank you so much for allowing us to enjoy this fantastic journey with you.

We will have a complete gallery of images for everyone to look at very soon in the “Client Proofs” section of our main website. For now, enjoy these previews, and keep your browsers on the lookout for the rest of the gallery. For friends and family scattered far and wide, please feel free to leave a comment by clicking on the “Comments” link at the top of this entry. I know the happy couple would love to hear from you.

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Alexandria & Joe’s Wedding

Published by Ulysses on August 27, 2008 in Weddings. 4 Comments

What could be better than a wedding on the shore of the Long Island Sound? That’s exactly what Alex & Joe had in mind for their beautiful wedding day. And the weather did not disappoint. It was an absolutely picturesque day with the beach serving as a lovely backdrop for all their guests seated on the lawn. We found Alex getting the final touches of her makeup and ready to get into her designer wedding gown. She was positively breathtaking. Meanwhile, Joe was waiting downstairs with all of his groomsmen, and he couldn’t wait to get started. His mild nervousness added a fun energy to our portraits of him and his guys.

It was a true family affair, with Alex’s aunt officiating the ceremony. There were more than a few tears of happiness in the audience as everyone bore witness to their union. We were so happy for this beautiful couple.

Alex & Joe, thank you so much for choosing us as your photographers! We hope to see you and your family and friends again soon.

We have lots of photos to share with everyone. They’ll be available soon in the “Client Proofs” area of our main website. Enjoy these preview photos in the meantime!

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Web Server Problems

Published by Ulysses on August 24, 2008 in Weddings. 0 Comments

We’re sorry, but our web server is experiencing some technical difficulties at the moment. We didn’t realize it for a the past day because we’ve been away for the weekend photographing a wedding. Unfortunately our hotel’s internet service was also down (what are the chances???), and our hands were tied.

We’re working with our technicians to resume normal service ASAP so you can enjoy the site and the galleries in the “Client Proofs” area.

Again, our most sincere apologies for the delay.

Please email Jenni with any questions about your galleries or print & album orders.

A Warm Welcome for Nicholas!

Published by Ulysses on August 20, 2008 in Babies. 9 Comments

Jennifer and Chris laid their eyes on Nicholas for the first time this evening at 6:58 pm. Although he is nearly six weeks early, he’s still a healthy 6 lbs 1 oz, plump and pink, with nice strong lungs and a strong cry to let everyone know that he has definitely arrived. :)

It all happened surprisingly quickly once Jen’s water broke. We were incredibly privileged not only to spend the day with Jen & Chris, but to be allowed to stay in the delivery room with them during Nicholas’ birth. Big kudos have to go out to Dr. Atkinson, Pam the nurse, and the rest of the staff for their excellent care, humor, and kindness to everyone.

We’ll have more photos of him once we’ve had a chance to rest and shared them first with Jen & Chris. But for now, say “HELLO” to Nicholas. We’d love to see your comments here by clicking on the “Comments” link at the top of this entry.

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Kind Words From January & Glenn

Published by Ulysses on August 19, 2008 in Raves. 0 Comments

January & Glenn were one of our favorite couples from 2007, and they’re perhaps even MORE exuberant today about their photos than they were back then. They sent this awesome note:

Hi Guys!

FIRST
I am so sorry we haven’t gotten to you sooner, but you know us, busy busy busy…as you said it best in the blog you wrote about us when posting our engagement photos on your site… “our lives are so busy and filled with activity”  (I actually printed it and saved it).

SECOND
Oh my God!! We are so enjoying our album!!! It came out perfect!!! As a matter of fact Glenn doesn’t want anyone even to touch it… LOL He wears the white gloves that were enclosed in the box whenever we take it out to look at it. Oh, and it must stay in its box…safe and sound… LOL

Everything was so nice, the album, mini album, the CD disc and the gloves are such a nice unexpected touch. We have never seen that before. We recommend you to everyone we encounter, not only for weddings, but anything, pregnancy photos, family, birthdays, etc… We know it is so worth it and we truly cant wait till we can see you again and have you do what you do so well… photograph! And of course for the 2ND best thing about you both… The pure pleasure of your company, conversation and insight on anything and everything!! There is no doubt in our minds that our most special day, our wedding day would have not been the same without you two… from planning our engagement photo session over a year ago to present, you both have been wonderful!!

Can you believe its almost our 1-year anniversary??? We are going to Aruba with our best friends who will be celebrating their 10-year anniversary (they got married October 17th, two days before us, nine years earlier). Hey, if you happen to be there at the same time, let me know!!! It would be a great place and time to photograph!!!! LOL

Please feel free to put this on your site. We want everyone to know just how special and talented both of you are! Talk to you soon.

All our love,
Glenn and January Bourke

January & Glenn, thank you so much!!! We were so proud and happy for you on your wedding day (and for your killer engagement photos, too!). There’s nothing quite like seeing it all come together in the way it did for you, and we were so glad to be invited to be a part of it.



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Rose & Marty’s Wedding!

Published by Ulysses on August 13, 2008 in Weddings. 4 Comments

Marty could hardly wait to see his bride. They were so anxious to be together that they’d arranged to see one another before their ceremony, providing an excellent opportunity for romantic photos. When Rose walked out in her exquisitely elegant gown to see Marty for the first time that day, he was absolutely speechless as he wrapped his arms around her. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect moment for them and wanted to share a few photos from that session.

After the photo session, a number of family members arrived to greet the overjoyed couple. It was one of the most joyful reunions we’ve seen in some time. Many of the family on both Rose’s and Marty’s side were long-time friends of ours, so we felt as if we were greeting our own families, as well. It was an incredible day for everyone.

Rose & Marty, you are each truly blessed. Jenni and I are thrilled that you’ve found one another. We know you’re going to have the happiest lives possible. Thank you for choosing us as your photographers. We’re going to have plenty of photos to show you.

Enjoy the photos here as a little preview. And then look for the full gallery to go online soon in the “Client Proofs” area of our main website.


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More from Rose & Marty’s Engagement Session.

Patricia & Noel’s Wedding

Published by Jenni on August 12, 2008 in Weddings. 5 Comments

Trish & Noel wedding (#319)

What a gorgeous day Trish and Noel had!! There was so much excitement in the air. We enjoyed everything about their beautiful wedding day, which had a uniquely Irish flavor. We were delighted by the sounds of Irish voices of children and adults, the bagpipes playing after their ceremony, the energetic dancing to old Irish folk songs, and the warm camaraderie of lots of family and friends visiting from Ireland to celebrate with them. We have no doubt the entire family will remember this day for years to come.

When we felt a few raindrops after the ceremony, we just knew that we were going to get incredible skies for their portrait session afterward. And sure enough, the sun came out through retreating storm clouds that made for incredibly dreamy, moody photos on the water at Davenport Park. The wedding party was great fun to shoot. And Trish was just beautiful to shoot (her deep green eyes are simply lovely for the camera). Noel’s sense of humor kept each of us laughing and smiling. We could not have asked for better on this August afternoon.

Trish and Noel, thank you so much for a day filled with such joy. Your complete confidence in us made this a total pleasure. And thank you for the wonderful meal as well.

The complete gallery of photos will be available soon in the “Client Proofs” section of our main website. Watch for it. Until then, please enjoy these previews, and leave a note here for the happy couple or for us!

Trish & Noel wedding (#308art)
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Whitney & Greg’s Engagement Session

Published by Ulysses on August 5, 2008 in Engagements. 5 Comments

Whitney & Greg are the bomb!!! Yes, exclamation points and all!

Coming all the way down from upper Vermont to meet us, we knew they were going to be excited about their e-session. We were just as pumped about it as they were. We knew immediately they had paid careful attention to some small tips we’d passed along to them beforehand for looking their best. Photographing Whitney & Greg was pure pleasure. She had a natural elegance and strength to her movements that was beautiful to see in the camera. Greg was rock-solid, too, as we allowed him to simply relax and be himself while this gorgeous woman simply adored him.

Whitney & Greg, you were each adorable! We had a wonderful time with you. We can’t wait to show your photos. We’re looking forward to joining you later this year for your wedding & reception at the Robert Sherman Inn.

We’ll have their entire gallery of photos available very soon, so keep on the lookout for it in the “Client Proofs” section of our main website.


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Kimberly & Eric’s Wedding!!!

Published by Ulysses on August 4, 2008 in Weddings. 10 Comments

We couldn’t wait to get this blog entry up about Kimberly & Eric’s wedding. Their day was a veritable roller coaster ride of joy, anticipation, and a broad range of other emotions. Kimberly & Eric are quite simply perfect for one another. Surrounding themselves with friends who had nothing but their interests in mind, they had an unforgettable day.

Supply any number of adjectives - beautiful, gorgeous, ravishing, and more - Kimberly had them all covered. And Eric was right there with her, cutting a most handsome figure in his classic black tux and full-Windsor knot. When Kimberly walked down the aisle and saw him there at the end of it, you could tell that every other thought that might have been on her mind simply faded away. They were in a special place all their own at the outstanding Catlin Gardens. Following the ceremony, we were thrilled to spend some time with them walking through the beautiful gardens and creating some stunning portraits. (Click photo for a larger version.)

Kimberly & Eric, the space here is too small and the words are too few to tell you how much we’ve enjoyed photographing with you. This wedding was special for us not only because we got to spend time with you again, but also for the chance to see some past couples and friends again. No one was more excited to be there than Jenni and I. THANK YOU so much for just being yourselves and letting us “in” so that we could create for you.

We know you’re anxious to see some photos. We’ve prepared a brief teaser slideshow so you’ll have some idea of what’s in store later on. Click the “PLAY” button in the box below:

The gallery will be available in the “Client Proofs” area of our main website when they return from the honeymoon. Make sure to check it out. And then come back and leave a comment for us or for Kimberly & Eric! We’d each love to hear from you.

Lots more with Kimberly & Eric in the following entries:

Nicole & Matthew’s Wedding!

Published by Ulysses on July 28, 2008 in Weddings. 8 Comments

Nicole & Matt’s wedding day had FINALLY arrived! We were really looking forward to this one because we had such a great and easy-going relationship with them from our very first phone call so many months ago. With a warm welcome from the entire family when we arrived, we couldn’t wait to begin taking photos. Nicole was positively breathtaking in her designer gown. Her little Long-hair Chihuahua agreed  and watched over every portion of the prep phase. I’ve never seen a tuxedo as small as his and just had to share a photo of how proud he looked. :)

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The entire day was so enjoyable, with everything proceeding smoothly and with everyone in a great mood for a wedding. Perhaps our favorite period of the day was when we got to go off with Nicole & Matt for their own photo session. The area around their venue was particularly scenic and laid a perfect foundation for some exciting, fun, and romantic photos.

Nicole & Matt, from Day One you have each been so great. We feel the same exact sentiment as Nicole mentioned to us at the end of the night: “We’re going to miss you guys!” Your families were just as wonderful to spend time with, too. But the journey isn’t over just yet. We have so much to share with you and can’t wait to hear your feedback, as well as that of your families. Thank you so much for a great day, as well as for the delicious meal. We hope we get to see you all again sometime soon.

For now, enjoy this little teaser slideshow to get a look at how gorgeous the day was through our eyes. Just press the “PLAY” button in the box below:

Their gallery will be available upon their return from the honeymoon. Feel free to leave a comment on this blog, as we always like to hear back from our readers.

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Liz & Rob’s Engagement Session

Published by Ulysses on July 25, 2008 in Engagements. 1 Comment

Sometimes we have such a good time during our photo shoots that it’s better than watching a good comedy episode on television. That’s the way it was with Liz and Rob, who started their session with us with laughs and giggles. But during the course of our time with them, the giggles gave way to genuine romance, serious style, and killer photos. It was obvious that these two have a real passion for one another. Just fantastic.

Jenni and I are eagerly anticipating their autumn wedding at The Thayer Hotel at West Point. It’s easily one of the most scenic areas in the Hudson Valley, and we can’t wait to join them there.

Their gallery will be available shortly in the “Client Proofs” area of our main website. Look for it there, and then come back and leave a comment by clicking on the “Comments” link at the top of this entry! We love hearing from you.

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Arianna’s Newborn Photo Shoot

Published by Jenni on July 21, 2008 in Babies. 0 Comments

Arianna is about 2 weeks old now, and Ulysses and I had some time with her this morning to take some photos.  She is just the most precious little girl.  Since you’ve all been reading about her from way before she was even born, we’ll just post a couple of photos here so you can enjoy them … :)

Her complete gallery will be available very soon in the “Client Proofs” area of our main website. Keep on the lookout for it!

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Best of Westchester Party 2008

Published by Ulysses on July 17, 2008 in Babies, Engagements, News and Vendors. 0 Comments

One of our favorite areas to work and play in all of New York is the Westchester region. Some of the area’s most fabulous and creative professionals are found there. Each year Westchester Magazine throws a gala party so attendees can experience over 100 of the very “BEST” in Westchester County. This year’s event was simply spectacular. It was held at the Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle, NY, with an expected attendance of around 3,000 individuals.

When everyone arrived by car or by shuttle, they were greeted by a red carpet entrance, which we photographed, and welcomed by “Jessica Simpson” look-alike Lynsey to enjoy themselves for the evening. When they entered the VIP tent and clubhouse there was plenty of food to sample from the finest restaurants, the most awesome bands and DJs to be heard in the area, relaxing massage treatments from the best Westchester spas, intriguing products from store owners, and the best services available from a variety of businesses. It was an event not to be missed, and we’re thankful to Westchester Magazine for inviting us to photograph it!

Head over to the “Client Proofs” section of our main website, where the entire gallery of “Best of Westchester Party 2008″ photos are NOW AVAILABLE - maybe you’ll even find YOURSELF in those photos! Or visit Westchestermagazine.com, where they also have the party photos for your enjoyment.



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Victoria & Steven’s Wedding

Published by Ulysses on July 14, 2008 in Weddings. 5 Comments

Perhaps the most beautiful thing about Victoria & Steven is their way of molding any situation into an occasion for deeply meaningful memories. Whether it was a special moment spent taking smiling photos with her mother or a small reminder of her older brother carried close to her, Victoria was always thinking of others around her. Steven’s laid back but focused approach helped keep things running smoothly throughout the day, and he had a fun-filled time with each of his friends.

Victoria & Steven, your entire day was marked by the love of your families, both immediate and extended. We couldn’t help but have broad smiles and hearty laughs ourselves as we enjoyed ourselves with all of your guests. And your private photo session - AMAZING! We can’t wait to show you. We were so privileged to be given a front-row seat for this entire day’s experience. Thank you.

Their gallery of photos will be released upon their return from their honeymoon. Look for it in the “Client Proofs” area of our main website. Until then, enjoy this slideshow teaser for a brief look into their beautiful day. Just click the “PLAY” button. Feel free to leave a comment for this blog entry when you’re done. We’d love to hear from all of you again.

More fun during Victoria & Steven’s Engagement Session.

Arianna’s First Day

Published by Ulysses on July 12, 2008 in Babies. 4 Comments

We promised a few more photos from Arianna’s first day with her family. Here are a few of our favorites. Jenni did a fantastic job capturing the anticipation and excitement everyone felt as she opened her eyes to all of her new family and friends.

Just click the “PLAY” button in the box below. Enjoy the show!