With Nicole and Pete’s engagement session I already realised that Nicole had a strong sense of style, and of what she wanted with the photography of her wedding.  And because of this, Nicole and Pete’s wedding was one of the most enjoyable events that I photographed this year.

For the portrait session after the church ceremony, we went to downtown Montclair – the early evening light and Christmas decorations making the urban setting a gorgeous backdrop for the photographs. 

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This image is from earlier in the day when Nicole arrived at the church.  (It was taken by Elisabeth Millay, who helped me out on the day.)

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Pete’s expression as Nicole approaches down the aisle with her dad …

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There is this moment during Mass when all the guest’s attention are elsewhere, when I know that the couple will lean closer to whisper to each other ..

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The details of the reception were simply wonderful …

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Nicole and Pete getting a sneak preview of what the reception room looks like, before the guests enter.   (The reception was held at the Grand Summit Hotel, in Summit, NJ)

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Nicole was serenaded by her sorority sisters ..

.. and a party that ran deep into the night. 

Nicole and Pete, thank you – it was a real pleasure working with  the two of you.