A Wedding in Saratoga Springs

Sarah and Jake came all the way out from Chicago to Saratoga Springs, NY, because of the beauty of the area and the memories they’d created there. We’re so glad they chose Ulysses Photography for their wedding!

Situated along the stately Avenue of Pines, the Hall of Springs banquet facility truly reminds one of a grand era of luxury and style. One of the most impressive features of this incredible hall is its 30-foot marble columns that stand around the perimeter of the dining area. The crystal chandeliers and crystal sconces lend a touch of elegance. Well-placed lighting added an almost surreal quality to the columns and mood of the evening. The result was simply stunning.

Another feature that caught everyone’s attention was a custom monogram that had been created specifically for this gala event. The monogram was projected from an elevated spotlight onto the center of the dance floor of the hall. When it was time to dance, the monogram in light was moved to another location where it could still be enjoyed.

Sarah is an event planner, and did an amazing job planning every detail of her own wedding to perfection. Her friend Jill Moran, a Certified Special Events Professional with offices in New York and Boston, worked tirelessly and did a meticulous job in overseeing the weekend so Sarah could just enjoy being a bride.

The excellent meal was provided by Glen Sanders Catering. With choices ranging from lobster to veal, there were almost too many selections to choose. Our most sincere thanks go out to Sarah and Jake, as well as the incredible staff of Glen Sanders Catering for making sure we partook.

The ceremony took place after sunset on the lawn between the reflection pool and the Hall of Springs. As the shadows of the hall got longer and the blue sky grew darker, a spotlight was turned on to give focus to the loving couple as they stood underneath the chuppah. With incredible flower arrangements provided by Susan Adam, owner of Adam’s Garden of Eden, Sarah and Jake could not have had a better florist. Her work speaks for itself.

We’ve arranged this early preview slideshow (PC only), a look at a private interlude where Jake got to see his bride for the first time before their ceremony. This provided some intimate moments that we could not have captured any other way. The deep love and passion of their relationship was obvious. The complete gallery of photographs will soon be available in the “Client Proofs” area of our site.