Laffler Photography Blog

So, after shooting Jo and Chris’ engagement session just a few weeks ago in Asbury Park, I knew I was in for a good time. I was not let down! They got married on October 4th (10-04) so went with a trucker themed save the date. 10-4 good buddy! I’m pretty sure it’s even engraved inside Jo’s ring! The bridesmaids all looked stunning in their black dresses and red shoes. Jo rocked a sweet pair of red shoes too! Awesome! Sad to say though, one thing that was sorely missing from today’s wedding was Chris’ beautiful flowing long hair! Yep, he cut it all off for today! I had so much fun hanging out with you guys today, thanks for a good time! Jo and Chris’ reception took place at the Newark Club in Newark, NJ. We went up to the rooftop for a few photos at night, and when Jo and Chris kissed I could have sworn I saw fireworks! Enjoy your belated honeymoon you two.

I loved this painting hanging over their daughter Chloe’s crib. So I just had to use it in a photo of Jo’s cool red shoes!





The guys goofing around before the ceremony.

This is Bea, a very helpful bridesmaid. Thanks Bea!

Jo was so happy coming down the aisle!

And here’s Chloe (Jo and Chris’ daughter) having some fun during the ceremony.





Jo and Chris rode off in a black 1965 Lincoln Continental. Very cool! This is a shot of Jo in the back seat while one of her guests snaps a photo.

What a fun bridal party! Yay!

Chris has a knack for cracking Jo up.



I love this shot of Jo watching Chris dance with his mom.

This shot seems pretty straight forward, but wait a minute, is that Bea giving the universal ROCK sign to someone?!

Monica, Jo’s sister, giving a funny and heartfelt speech.

And Chris’ dad, the best man, giving his speech.



I KNEW I saw fireworks! 10-4 good buddy!

Today I had the pleasure of photographing Elizabeth and Ed’s wedding. And although it rained, it did not put a damper on the festivities one bit! Liz and Ed were very upbeat the entire day. The church was very beautiful and ornate, and the venue, The Courtyard on Main, in Freehold NJ was just as nice. I also got a nice little tour of downtown Freehold at night in the rain as well. Congratulations Liz and Ed! And don’t worry Liz, I won’t tell everyone where you guys are going for your honeymoon, as I know you want to keep the place a secret!

Since Liz’s ring was so colorful, I threw it in the candy bowl!



I guess Liz follows my blog because she asked if I was going to do my “cut off bride” shot. Here ya go!


When I am choosing files to blog, I put a 5 star rating on the ones that get picked. Well, this one literally has five stars, so I just HAD to blog it.

That’s Liz’s dad in the reflection.

I love this shot during the ceremony.





I love how there are no cars or other people in this shot!

I grabbed this shot very quickly as they were walking back to the venue. It’s hard to tell but there is a sign frame, with out the sign in it, which frames them perfectly.


Ed dancing with his mom.



Ed and his buds put on a little YMCA show for us all!

Today was Julie and Eugen’s big day, and I was honored to be able to photograph it. Julie was so laid back and easy to work worth. She even let me hang her wedding dress off a tree branch in the back yard! Julie and Eugene’s friends were DEFINITELY a party crowd. Tons of activity and energy on the dance floor! The reception took place at the Olde Mill Inn in Basking Ridge, NJ. Congratulations Julie and Eugene, enjoy Greece!

Have you ever seen a photo of the bottom of the wedding dress?

I really like how the bride’s maid helping Julie with her necklace mimics how Julie’s mom is helping Julie with the back of her dress.

I love trying to incorporate family photos into my own pictures when I can.

I really love this shot of Julie’s grandmother’s hands as she watches Julie getting ready. Also note how Julie’s hands are folded in the same way too.

Happy Days!


I love this look Julie gives Eugene during the ceremony.


How cute are they?!

This next shot was taken by my second photographer, Walter van Dusen, from the balcony.







Right after their first dance.

Julie’s brother giving a speech.



Julie dancing with her brother.

I told you they came to party!

Here is the fourth and final posting on Yadey and Adam’s wedding(s). The wedding in the Berkshires was mostly their friends and this one in New York City was more family and family friends. Yadey and Adam got ready together in the same room at the drop dead gorgeous Gramercy Park Hotel. Once they were all ready I hopped in the limo with them as we headed over to the ceremony and reception venue, Studio 450 in New York City. This is an amazing minimalist, completely white space, which was right up my alley! The ceremony was held on the roof top which was just such an incredible setting with the city as their backdrop. Another awesome wedding, great job guys! Congratulations, and try to relax in Bora Bora!

Yadey and Adam got ready in the same room (they’re already married silly!)

Ok, so Adam had wanted another New York Times ring shot and this was the photo on the front page. I could have tried to hide the image, or just go with it. I decided to take a chance and use the front page image in my photo. I’m on the fence on this one. Feel free to chime in, is this cool or creepy?



Yadey was running a little late, so I got to spend some time with just Adam.

Adam was wearing his grandfather’s watch.



Some quiet time in the limo.


I captured the next six images of the kids while waiting for the ceremony to begin.

Daddy’s boots!


I told you Studio 450 was all white!



Check out this roof top ceremony!

I love how the height of Yadey and Adam’s heads seem to match the slope of the roof behind them.




LOVE this one!!!


Another favorite!

Stunning!




Yadey dancing with her father.

And Adam dancing with his mother.

I love this shot of Adam planting one on Yadey’s dad.

For all those photo geeks stalking the blog (I know you’re out there), the flowers were lit using my iPhone!

Last shot of the night.

So, it’s been a LONG week for Yadey and Adam, with a big welcoming dinner, and 2 weddings all within 6 days! It only seems fitting I should end with this last image. Yadey and Adam actually yawned within seconds of each other, but I couldn’t get the pinnacle of each yawn in a single photograph, so had to post them side by side. And after posting a record breaking 111 photographs on Yadey and Adam’s events, I’m yawning a lot too! Thanks again guys, get some R&R in Bora Bora!

So, for those of you following along, this is the third post of Yadey and Adam’s wedding(s). My second photographer Bob and I started bright and early today to set up a photo booth at the venue for later in the evening. Afterwards we split up to photograph Yadey and Adam. I can not tell a lie, the skies looked a little grey in the morning, but we all kept our fingers crossed. Yadey got ready at Stonover Farm, a spectacular bed and breakfast located in the Berkshires, in Massachusetts. This is also where both the ceremony and the reception took place as well. Yadey got ready in this really old quaint school house on the property. They also set up a tent in a field across the street from the main house for the dinner portion of the evening. Then there was the barn! What an AWESOME space for a wedding! The whole property was just stunning! Yadey and Adam decided to see one another prior to the ceremony, which I love, and we were able to get a little photo session in of them together before the rain came. The ceremony was moved to inside the barn, which was just such an amazing backdrop for getting hitched! Cocktail hour was in the “basement” of the barn in an art gallery. Just awesomeness everywhere I turned! Even though it did eventually rain, it didn’t put a damper on the festivities whatsoever. In fact, it poured down with love and laughter on Yadey and Adam the whole day! YAY! I had such a great time photographing your wedding guys, thank you! Stay tuned for the fourth post, the New York City Wedding.

Yadey and Adam had commented on a ring shot I did for one of my past clients using a New York Times newspaper, and requested I do one for them too…sure thing!

Yadey in the hair stage of the day.





While I was editing this photo, I realized that just under Yadey’s shoes lies Bora Bora on that map, which also happens to be where Yadey and Adam are going on their honeymoon! Cool huh!?

STUNNING!

I just had to use that amazing little Metropolitan car that Adam had rented for Yadey for the weekend!


Ok, one more!


This was shot just before they saw each other for the first time that day.

And here are their first looks. Adam was stunned at Yadey’s beauty!

Yadey and Adam taking a peek at the progress in the barn.


Just as we finished shooting, it began to rain. I was so happy that we got to spend some time outside!


Yadey’s dad holding an umbrealla for her.

Adam signing the Ketubah.

I call this one: “If men designed umbrellas!”


I LOVE this image, the look on Rex’s face is priceless!


Adam’s mom shedding a tear during the ceremony.



Man and wife.


Some cool entertainment during the cocktail hour.


Heading over to the tent for dinner and speeches.

Yadey’s dad’s speech.

Adam’s dad’s speech.

Yadey’s sister’s speech.

Adam’s sister’s speech.

And back over to the barn for dancing.

Yadey’s dance with her father.


Did I mention that the barn was AMAZING!

Y&A M&M’s! mmmmmm

One of the shots from the photo booth we set up.

Love this one!