AMY + MICHAEL | GANTRY PARK WEDDING ANNIVERSARY | LIC WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

Michael had a crush on Amy since they were in high school, but for Amy he was just an acquaintance. It was seven year later after graduating high school and college Michael got Amy's number from her mom and surprised her by asking her out on a date. One seafood dinner in Lexington, Kentucky and their relationship took a new turn. They have been in love ever since. 

Five years later Michael proposed to Amy with his precious grandmother's ring. They got married the following year. Today they Celebrate their 10th year Wedding Anniversary in New York City. 

JANELLE + CHANDA | CENTRAL PARK SECRET PROPOSAL | NEW YORK ENGAGEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER

'Chanda', a South Carolina born Navy Officer and 'Janelle', a New York City born dancer met each other for the first time at Boom Burger in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. They both say, their relationship has been inseparable ever since. They have shared the most gorgeous and forever lasting love for last two years. And they look forward to spending rest of their lives together as they plan their destination wedding in Aruba next spring. 

When I met Chanda last month to check out the venue for the secret proposal and as we talked about their relationship, I was beyond speechless to see the passion she shared for her girl friend. And, It would be an understatement if I say Janelle adores her.

Last Saturday when Chanda got down on her knees with a beautiful diamond ring, Janelle couldn't hold back her tears as she said 'Yes' out loud. 

I wish them immense love and happiness in life. :)

ASHLEY + COLLIN | CENTRAL PARK SECRET PROPOSAL | NEW YORK ENGAGEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER

When Ashley (a Florida born geologist) moved to Texas for work and came across Collin (a texan fire fighter), Collin immediately asked her out on a date and in no time was very much drawn by her addictive smile and big heart. 

Collin is such a romantic. When he contacted me 3 months ago to shoot his secret proposal in Central park, he had the most beautiful ideas. Last month, he flew from Texas with his father and brother to check out the perfect venue for the proposal. Every word he spoke about her made me realize how much he loves her and how ready he is to spend the rest of his life with her. 

With a diamond ring tucked in his pant's pocket, Collin couldn't resist the tears from rolling down his cheeks as he held Ashley's hand and got down on his knees. When Ashely immediately said yes, it meant the world to him. 

Its always an honor to document love. But, its even more memorable when you get to witness the moment when two lives decide to start a new life together. :) 

OLIVIA + ROB | GANTRY PARK ENGAGEMENT | LIC ENGAGEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER

A mutual friend invited Olivia to a party she hosted, and Rob happened to be there. This is how Olivia and Rob met three years ago in New York City and they clicked right away. They say, rest is all history. 

One introduction, numerous dates and years of friendship and romance later, these two amazing spirits are planning to spend eternity together as husband and wife. They are thrilled to head back to their home country Rwanda to get married this week. 

Olivia from get go had a vision for her shoot, all she needed was a location to fit that imagination of hers. I couldn't think of any place more pleasant than my own neighborhood. Gantry Park is the perfect combination of beautiful greenery accompanied by gorgeous manhattan skyline.  I enjoyed photographing their fun and sincere relationship.

LINDA + KEVIN | BROOKLYN BRIDGE PARK ENGAGEMENT | BROOKLYN ENGAGEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER

Couple of years ago Linda was doing her study abroad in Sydney. It had only been two days in Australia and she ran into this handsome young man named Kevin in one of the clubs she was at. Two days later, they went out on their first date. One dinner turned into another, and then without realizing they were seeing each other everyday for the next 6 weeks Linda was there. 

Long distance relationship did not scare them away, they got closer and their bonding was even stronger. They stayed in touch for month and months to come. In last few years they have both moved continents to be with each other. Kevin and Linda live in New York for last one year. Today they are planning a 2015 destination wedding in Hawaii. I couldn't have been happier working with such amazing and extraordinary couple.