Engagement Portraits on Sandy Hook ~ NJ Wedding Photographer

I don't usually make a habit of shooting portraits in winter, but this year's mild weather has been perfect for late afternoon portraits.  Last Sunday was no exception, and Sandy Hook was the perfect sunny backdrop for Jordana and Sean's engagement portraits.  We drove out to the barracks at the end of the peninsula, which offered several historic buildings and endless pretty little meadows and paths.  Here are a few of my favorites....

 

Mary Jane & David's Engagement Portraits in Hoboken

I first met Mary Jane several years back when I photographed her sister's wedding.  They have a fun and memorable family, so I immediately remembered her when she called about her own wedding, scheduled for this May.  She and David are getting married at Liberty State Park, but we decided to use their neighborhood in Hoboken for the engagement portraits.  Here are a few highlights....

Winter Wedding in Red Bank - NJ Wedding Photography

Alexis and Randall

Molly Pitcher Inn & St James Church ~ Red Bank, NJ

I'll admit it, winter weddings make me a little nervous.  Snowstorms, icy sidewalks, and shivering bridesmaids can make for a challenging portrait shoot, but Alexis and Randall lucked out with a beautiful 60 degree afternoon in January!

Alexis wore a delicate, vintage inspired gown by Jenny Packham that I absolutely loved.  The beaded overlay and cap sleeves gave the dress a formal feel without being fussy. In keeping with the winter season, Alexis opted not to use fresh flowers.  Instead, she incorporated shells, starfish, coral, and other sea inspired objects into the bouquets, boutonnieres, and table centerpieces.  It gave the day a winter white palette that was simple and textural.

Rachel and Patrick on a cold afternoon in Asbury

So first of all, I have to thank Rachel and Patrick for being such troopers on this freezing cold afternoon.  I was hesitant to schedule a portrait shoot in January, but it was worth the effort (and cold fingers) to capture the quiet, moody backdrop of the boardwalk in winter.  

Any Mickey Rouke fans out there?  These shots were taken inside the old 'Casino' building by the waterfront, which was featured in the 2008 film "The Wrestler".

  Asbury's beachfront has recently transformed into a bustling, hip summer destination.  But the atmosphere of this winter boardwalk shot reminded me of the 'old' Asbury.