NYC Wedding Photographer - Plan your New York City Surprise Proposal with Craig Paulson Studio

You’re about to ask the biggest, most important question of your life. You’ve made the decision to spend your life with your favorite person. Maybe you’re planning a secret celebration with your future fiancée’s family & friends to celebrate the occasion. However, one very important aspect of your proposal that you may not have considered is hiring a professional photographer to capture your engagement. Our team would be thrilled to capture this very special moment for you and the love of your life! 

Having photos of your proposal allows you not only to enjoy those very first moments of being engaged but also to have something to show your closest friends, your grandparents or to share this special moment with your social network!

We don`t miss a moment. When you’re swept away in the experience of getting down on one knee, your partner being in a whirlwind of surprise and excitement, we`ll document every second so you can relive this chapter of your lives again and again! 

New York Wedding Photographer - Caroline & Johnny`s stunning Oheka Castle Wedding

We had such a great time shooting this very elegant, New York wedding held at the famous Oheka Castle. 

Not only planner Tamara with TSP Events did a flawless job, but also florist Bride & Blossom and the amazing team of Cafe Wha made this day unforgettable. It was a pleasure capturing all those beautiful moments and details together with videographer Craig William Films.  

It was a perfect day full of energy, laughter, and love.

Beautifully captured by Craig. 

New York Wedding Photography - The Ashford Estate Wedding - Neena & Jordan

Weddings happens all four season of the year. Neena & Jordan decided to made it official this past fall.

Both the bride and groom got ready for their big day at the West Princeton at Forrestal Village, in New Jersey. Neena looked flawless, with the help of Valerie Weiss, and the team working at Beyond Beauty. She wore a gorgeous dress designed by the one and only Vera Wang. Neena's bouquet was absolutely beautiful, thanks to Tracy Taylor Ward Design. The handsome groom wore a custom tux by Zohreh. Before their lovely wedding ceremony, the bride and groom met up for the first looks. 

Their wedding ceremony and reception took place at the iconic wedding destination, The Ashford Estate. After some beautiful Jewish traditions, the newlyweds headed to the reception, where they celebrated with all their friends and family. The reception was filled with spectacular flowers and music provided by Hank Lane Music which kept people dancing all night. We had a wonderful time joining them on their special day. A huge thank you to Daulton Van Kuren at Tracy Taylor Ward Design for making this day so perfect.

Captured by: Craig and Lorraine

New York Wedding Photography - A Central Park Boathouse Wedding - Kaitlyn & Ryan

Kaitlyn & Ryan truly had a one-of-a-kind New York City wedding at the Central Park Boat House. Our gorgeous bride, Kaitlyn got ready at the Park Lane Hotel with her dearest and the help of Panico Salon + Spa where she slipped in to her stunning Amsale wedding gown. Afterwards, the bride met up with the groom at Central Park for one of our favorite first looks in time. 

The handsome groom, Ryan waited for his beautiful bride at the Church of St. Monica, where Kaitlyn walked down the aisle with her father. After their spectacular wedding ceremony, the couple celebrated with friends & family at The Loeb Central Park Boathouse where they held their reception. The reception was filled with gorgeous flowers by Cress Floral Decorators and Manhattan Rhythm Machine keep the dance floor going all night long. We were honored to capture the love between these two through a camera. A special thanks to Peter Bischoff from The Loeb Central Park Boathouse for planning this very heartfelt day. 

Beautifully captured by Lorraine and Stephanie. 

New York Wedding Photography - A Liberty House Wedding - Laura and Scott

Laura and Scott tied the knot this past September, we had a wonderful time joining them on their special day!

Laura and Scott exchanged their beautiful vows, and said "I do" at St. John the Baptist Church . Before the lovely couple first locked eyes, they both got ready at the W Hotel Hoboken. Laura was absolutely glowing, with the help of Facez. Action Limo helped get the wonderful bridal party, including the bride and groom, to the ceremony, to begin their special day. Laura's stunning bouquet was handcrafted and delivered by JR Floral. After the couple made it official, they hopped in the Rolls Royce, and made their way to the Liberty House for the reception. But before they could meet up with their friends and family, they made a few stops. We had the pleasure of capturing the beautiful moments between this couple on the railroad, Cobble Stone Street, the 9/11 Memorial, and many more special scenes. They couldn't keep their eyes off each other, wherever they went. When the couple finally met up with their guests, everyone celebrated Laura and Scott for the rest of the night. We had a very good time capturing the love between these two on camera, along with Craig William Films. A special thank you to Majestic Moments Event Planning for putting this special day together, and having us be apart of it!

Venue: Liberty House | Flowers: JR Floral | Makeup: Facez | Hair: Facez | Planner:  Majestic Moments Event Planning | Videographer: Craig William Films | Transportation: Action Limo

Our Best of 2016

2016 has been an amazing year for us, here at Craig Paulson Photography! We were lucky enough to be able to be apart of some of the most beautiful, and heartwarming weddings. From the lovely brides and grooms, the extravagant parties, to the breathtaking venues, we're thankful to have been able to witness it all.

Each wedding this past year has been special and unique in it's own way. The most intimate moments, from the first look, to a walk down the aisle, and the couple's portraits, have been captured by us, with great pleasure. 

We have put together some of our favorite moments captured during each wedding, for the year of 2016. Each moment was special, and reminded us of how much we love to be apart of these beautiful occasions. We are looking forward to an even more special 2017!

Nyc Wedding Photography- The New York Athletic Club Wedding - Meghan and Ken

Meghan and Ken made it official this past September. We had a wonderful time shooting for this lovely couple, in the heart of New York!

Both the bride and the groom got ready for their big day at New York Athletic Club, in Manhattan. After their heartwarming ceremony at Church of Saint Ignatius Loyola , the couple made their way back to New York Athletic Club to celebrate their marriage with friends and family. Meghan looked flawless, with the help of Sharon Becker, and those at Rosario Acquista Salon. Meghan's bouquet was absolutely beautiful, thanks to Frank Alexander. Meghan and Ken, along with their guests, were on their feet all night, jamming out to Hank Lane! A big thank you to Laura Irizarry, at Laura Irizarry Events, for helping these lovebirds make this night so special and enjoyable for everyone! 

Venue: New York Athletic Club | Flowers: Frank Alexander | Makeup: Sharon Becker | Hair: Rosario Acquista Salon | Entertainment: Hank Lane | Planner:  Laura Irizarry Events

Ny Wedding Photography - An East Hampton Wedding - Anna and Conlin

Anna and Conlin came together with family and friends to celebrate their love for each other, on this special day. We were honored to catch the beautiful moments this bride and groom shared together!

Anna and Conlin took a romantic stroll on the beach, where they couldn't keep their hands, or eyes off of each other! We can't blame them, Anna looked absolutely breathtaking in her Oscar de la Renta gown, with the help of Subway Salon. After the couple spent time on the beach, they met with their guests at the Maidstone Club, looking forward to the rest of their big night. The bride's beautiful bouquet was designed by Anastasia Casale at Sag Harbor Florist. Luxe - from Hank Lane kept the lovely couple, and their lovely guests on their feet all night, while Keith Brady caught all the fun on camera.

Venue: Maidstone Club | Hair & Makeup: Subway Salon | Gown: Oscar de la Renta | Flowers: Sag Harbor Florist | Entertainment: Hank Lane | Videographer: Keith Brady