We’re so excited that Andrea asked us about taking portraits of their baby girl, Josie. We couldn’t wait to meet her! She was every bit as smiley and playful as we expected her to be. We love that Andrea shared with us her thoughts about what these photos mean to the family:

It was our first time taking pictures as a family, since I’m usually the one behind the camera! We really just wanted to remember this time with Josie since she’s been so cute and happy. Of course, it’s her first Christmas, too! We put her in a special winter outfit – her red Ralph Lauren coat and Ugg boots that were a gift from my mom. I especially love the photos of us on the front steps and at the park because Josie and I have spent a lot of time hanging out in both places! When the weather was warmer we would sit on the steps and watch for Joe to come home from work and, of course, we’ve taken many walks in the park. The canvas we ordered for our dining room is great – Josie noticed it right way and even pointed to it! She was smiling as I showed her all three of us: mamma, dadda and baby Josie.

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From our very first moments after meeting Andrea & Joe, we hit it off splendidly. It was clear they wanted their day to be a fabulous affair, and we’re so glad they wanted us to be a part of it.

Andrea looked simply amazing in her lacy designer Lazaro gown, and Joe’s broad smile showed how much he loved the way she looked when he first saw her. After the brief ceremony, their family and closest friends congratulated and welcomed them with hugs. We then went back into the historic church for a few minutes to get some portraits near the captivating Chagall and Matisse glass windows.

Then it was off to the fabulous Abigail Kirsch at Tappan Hill for their reception. We always love the beauty, helpful service, and fantastic food (thank you Andrea & Joe!) at the Abigail Kirsch venues, and this evening was no disappointment. The tables were beautifully spotlighted and designed to show the room off to its best.

After spending some quiet time with the couple for romantic portraits of just the two of them, everyone was in for a fantastic experience of cocktails, dinner, and dancing. It was a crowd full of warmth and energy, and we couldn’t have been more privileged than sharing the evening with Andrea & Joe and their favorite people.

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• Venue:  Abigail Kirsch at Tappan Hill
• Andrea’s gown:  Lazaro
• Maid of Honor’s dress:  Dessy
• Hair:  Courtney Benedetti
• Makeup: Jennifer Wobito
• DJ:  Paul Anthony
• Florist: Forever in Bloom
• Honeymoon: Mexico
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Andrea & Joe are a beautifully laid-back couple who have a natural magnetism for one another. That quality is what kept them close and involved with one another during their engagement photo session. We had a spectacular day at a lovely park that had meaning for each of them, allowing them to relax into one another and not think about anything other than enjoying their time together. A little romance here, a bit of fun there, and before you know it the session was over. That’s how easy they made it!

Their wedding at the spectacular Tappan Hill is definitely going to be a treat both for us and all their invited guests, so we can’t wait. But before that date comes, they can enjoy their gorgeous engagement photos!