"Escape from the Ordinary" with our unique style of modern formals and timeless candids. Extraordinary photography, beautiful individually created albums, master retouching, gracious professionalism, and service with a smile.As artist's work has often been said to reflect their true spirit. Gary's genuine love and enthusiasm for wedding photography and dedication to his client's happiness is certainly apparent in his exquisitely intimate and powerful images.
We had a great time meeting all the wonderful couples at The Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel Bridal Expo.
This is the second show we showcased our newly designed booth. It was designed to extend our in-home studio to the Bridal Expo and create the same relaxed, sit-down atmosphere. I hope you enjoyed it. CLICK HERE to check out the blog posting on its construction.
At the expo, you had the oportunity to enter into our drawing for a $50 American Express Gift Card.
Please click on the photo to the left and you will be taken to the contest form where you can validate the four digit confirmation code on the ticket you were given. The winning number will be matched against the name and information provided when you signed up. So please, only enter the number on your ticket once.
Ceremony: St. Mary’s Church – Fishkill, NY
Reception: The Dutches Manor – Beacon, NY
Date: October 9, 2009
Michele and Steve had a wonderful wedding at the historic Dutches Manor. With rain threatening and the temperatures dropping, the stars were aligned for just enough time for a few outside photographs. But neither the rain nor temperatures prevented Michele from taking a portrait that one person on Facebook put best… “Yoowza!”
A visit to the Poughkeepsie Train Station without any goodbyes. After years of a long distance relationship, Jillian & Steve have become very familiar with the Poughkeepsie Train Station. Taking Amtrak back and forth between Poughkeepsie and Rochester, Jillian and Steve could think of no better place to do their Engagement Session.
Thanks for visiting! We hope you enjoyed Michele and Steve’s Wedding! The complete Online Gallery is not ready yet. We’re working very hard to have them available as soon as possible. However, many photographs from the wedding will be ready almost immediately at Michele and Steve’s Wedding Photo page on Facebook.
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We had a great time meeting all the wonderful couples at The Grandview Bridal Expo.
I hope you weren’t too overwhelmed with all the vendors and had a chance to take a look at all the DJ’s, Limo companies, Florists and yes, the 10,000 photographers present.
This year we wanted to extend our in-home studio to the Bridal Expo and create the same relaxed, sit-down atmosphere. I hope you enjoyed it. Check out the blog posting on it’s construction.
At the expo, you had the oportunity to enter into our drawing for a $50 American Express Gift Card.
Please click on any photo to the left and you will be taken to the contest form where you can validate the four digit confirmation code on the ticket you were given. The winning number will be matched against the name and information provided when you signed up. So please, only enter the number on your ticket once.
Kim Kiernan was a very close friend to my family who tragically passed away from Ovarian Cancer in 2005. Kim was only in her late 20’s when she lost her long battle with cancer. Since 2005, Christine Studios has donated a portion of every wedding photographed to help in this cause. Please visit the link below to donate even $5 towards this cause.
This years display required a bit more preparation.. It's not every day you decide you want to bring an 8 foot by 8 foot wall to a bridal expo but need it to fit into the back of a Honda CR-V. The solution, make it in sections and fold it up.
Yes I know my garage is a mess!
Leveled and squared! Now it's time to paint.
A look from the back. A side you most likely wont see at the bridal expo
The wall for the bridal expo is finished!!! Complete with lighting and crown moulding.
Ceremony: St. Joseph’s Chuch – New Paltz, NY
Reception: The Grandview – Poughkeepsie, NY
Date: August 15, 2009
After months of coordinating and planning their wedding from Georgia, Alice and Lee celebrated their long awaited wedding at The Grandview on a picture perfect (every pun intended) day.
During a wonderful, emotional ceremony at St. Joseph’s church in New Paltz, everything really seemed to “fall” into place (sorry Mrs. Massimi). Before heading to Locus Grove for portrait photos, we made a quick stop for some photos on the old truss bridge in New Paltz. With several of Lee’s fellow Army Rangers stopping traffic, Alice and Lee jumped out of the limo for a few artistic photos mid span on the bridge.
Not surprisingly, The Grandview had a perfect night of service and with the steady tunes from the fantastic band, the dance floor was packed. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a complete impromptu congo line start from a song other then “Hot, Hot, Hot” but non-the-less, there we had one.
Alice and Lee, I wish you both all the best in the world. Lee, to you and your fellow groomsmen and all who serve in harms way, we owe you the world. I thank you both for giving me the opportunity to photograph your wedding, and the opportunity to do something for those who do so much for us all.
Congratutions and enjoy your photographs!
CLICK HERE or on ANY photo above to view the complete online gallery
Location: The Manor – West Orange, NJ
Date: August 1st, 2009
Perfect… The only way to describe the day Mary and Erik picked to have their wedding. If you photograph weddings long enough, you will eventually encounter every type of weather from rain and snow to lightning and the occasional plague of locusts. But that wasn’t the case on August 1st. The good luck with weather that started with their engagement session continued through out their wedding day.
The first thing I noticed when walking into the hotel room where Mary was getting ready was, a complete setup of Rock Band for Wii (see photo #21). While Mary continues to insist it was Erik who spent the night fantasizing that the next day he was taking that microphone not to say his vows, but to ask the crowd of thousands, ARE YOU READY TO ROCK???
From an elegant early evening, outdoor ceremony, to a magically lit, sunset photo session on the pristine grounds of The Manor, Mary and Erik were glowing.
With the dance floor packed and the DJ’s lights electrifying the room, the rest of the night actually looked like a scene from Rock Band.
You guys are two very special people who are obviously made for one and other.
August 20, 2009 - 3:41 pmMary Martin - Gary - I love the pics! They are fabulous and everything I ever could have wanted! You managed to catch every moment perfectly. Thank you thank you thank you.
Ceremony: Our Lady of the Rosary – Poughkeepsie, NY
Reception: The Grandview – Poughkeepsie, NY
I’ve been looking forward to Heather and Matt’s wedding for a long time for two reason. Heather being from Rochester, close to where I went to school, we shared endless stories about the area and getting stuck on the Inner Loop. The second reason was my fascination with Matt’s profession as an airline pilot. I think if they asked for an engagement session on the runway at JFK, I would have been happier then a little kid in a candy store.
The day started out with a blue sky and a no clouds.. What Matt and his co-workers would call VFR conditions. Sorry Matt, I had to. After a wonderful ceremony at Our Lady of the Rosary, one of the oldest churches in NY, we ran through the family formal photographs and took some timeless photos on the grounds of the church. This church has a nicer grounds then some weddings halls!!
The party was waiting for Heather and Matt at the Grandview’s outdoor ballroom. In between sporadic downpours outside the tent, Heather and Matt had one of the most warm and heartfelt weddings I’ve ever seen. It was hard for anyone to hold back emotions when her father danced with the bride to a song he wrote for her and performed by her brother.
The night ended with a small opening in the rain for a classic photograph with the beautiful Mid-Hudson Bridge in the background.
Have a great time on your honeymoon racking up all those frequent flier points… (Like you need them!)
July 13, 2009 - 9:21 pmRick Roland - Hi Gary - these are truly amazing photos, inspirational shots, unique and very creative angles for many of the photos!! You and the crew were almost "invisible", yet you captured all aspects of the wedding (church and reception) so eloquently! We really appreciate all that you've done for us, especially Heather and Matt! A day they won't ever forget, in part thanks to you! Cheers, Rick (Heather's Dad)
July 13, 2009 - 6:54 pmAnne Persico - Dear Gary - These photos are beautiful - you did a great job - can't wait to see the rest of them. And, I want you to know that I appreciated how nice you & Megan were to everybody. I love that you took a lot of wide angle shots - they really pack a punch! And thank you for using my camera to take photos for me . Take care! Anne Persico (Matt's Mom)
We had a great time meeting all the wonderful couples at The Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel Bridal Expo.
Sorry Matt, I had to. After a wonderful ceremony at Our Lady of the Rosary, one of the oldest churches in NY, we ran through the family formal photographs and took some timeless photos on the grounds of the church. This church has a nicer grounds then some weddings halls!!
by Gary
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