Classically Fun Central Park Boathouse Wedding

You can’t get much more perfect than Central Park in the summer! Melissa and Mike’s fun-filled Central Park Boathouse wedding was truly such an incredible celebration! From the personal vows exchanged as the sun set over Central Park, to the love and joy that could be felt from having family and friends in one room, everything really did come together perfectly.

NYC Wedding Getting Ready Photos

Melissa and her bridesmaids began the day at The Maxwell Hotel. The girls had so much fun getting ready together in the cutest floral robes! I loved the soft pink mismatched bridesmaid dresses Melissa chose to go along with her shimmering BHLDN wedding gown. Melissa’s friends surrounded her with love and excitement as they helped her into her gorgeous Jimmy Choos. Just around the corner, Mike was spending the morning with his groomsmen at The Kimberly Hotel! The guys were joined by a very special guest: Lucy, the couple’s sweet pup!

NYC Skyline First Look

After a fun-filled wedding morning, Melissa made her way to the Kimberly Hotel rooftop. The views were absolutely stunning!  As soon as Mike turned around, he was in awe of his beautiful bride! The moment was intimate, emotional, and filled with so much joy! Melissa and Mike enjoyed a moment alone before traveling to Central Park for more beautiful wedding photos.

Gorgeous Wedding Photos in Central Park

This sunny August day was perfect for Melissa and Mike’s gorgeous Central Park Boathouse wedding photos! The park was full of lush greens and warm sunshine. Melissa and Mike walked hand-in-hand to some of their favorite spots: the Bethesda Steps, Bow Bridge, and Bethesda Fountain. Their pup Lucy joined in for some cute family photos, too! After capturing wedding day portraits together, Melissa and Mike joined their bridal party and families for some fun group photos.

Central Park Boathouse Wedding Ceremony

After a sweet and sunny afternoon, it was finally time for Melissa and Mike’s Central Park Boathouse wedding ceremony! Lucy was the cutest dog flower girl ever! Love and joy filled the room as Melissa and Mike shared their vows to one another and celebrated their marriage with a kiss and cheers!

Cute Pup Joins the Celebration

Perfectly Classic Central Park Boathouse Wedding Reception

Melissa and Mike’s Central Park Boathouse wedding reception was filled with classic New York style. The glow of the white candles sparkled like the city lights and the greenery accents brought the beauty of Central Park indoors. After their first dance, Melissa and Mike joined their friends and family to celebrate on the dance floor all night!

Wedding Photos in Central Park at Night

One of my favorite moments of Melissa and Mike’s joyful wedding day was their intimate nighttime portraits in Central Park. The pathways were silent as Melissa and Mike soaked in their newlywed bliss and revisited some of their favorite iconic Central Park spots. They joined hands and walked through the beautiful Bethesda Terrace Arcade, pausing to share the most joyful kiss.

Thank You

Thank you Melissa and Mike for choosing me as your Central Park Boathouse wedding photographer!  I loved capturing these beautiful moments for you and am honored to help you relive the memories of your gorgeous classic NYC wedding for years to come!

The Team: Photographer- Amy Rizzuto Photography, Venue- Central Park Boathouse, Hair Stylist- Stacy (Styles on B), Hair Colorist- Sam (Tease Group), Make-up Artist- Starr (Glamsquad), Invitations- Minted, Florist- Lennox Hill Florist, Wedding Dress- BHLDN, Bridesmaid Dresses- various, Shoes- Jimmy Choo, DJ- DJ MKL (Jarrell Entertainment), First Dance Song- “All of Me” by John Legend

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Want to see more pretty images like Melissa and Mike’s perfectly classic Central Park Boathouse wedding photos?  Check out Mary and Luke’s winter wedding at the Loeb Boathouse and follow along on instagram and facebook!

Amy Rizzuto is an NYC wedding photographer

who specializes in capturing the authentic joy of adventurous couples in love.

For more information visit www.amyrizzutophotography.com!

Magical Winter Wedding at the Central Park Boathouse

New York City is so incredibly romantic in the winter! Mary and Luke tied the knot last week in a gorgeous winter Central Park Boathouse wedding in front of their beloved family and friends! The day was filled with laughter and love and everyone had so much fun celebrating under the twinkle lights. I am so excited to share photos of this sweet couple’s magical wedding day!

Joy-Filled Wedding Morning

Mary was all smiles on the morning of her wedding! She was surrounded by her family and bridesmaids as they all got ready together. Mary looked stunning in her Lovely Bride gown! Her pearl headband was the perfect accent and I loved her classic rose bridal bouquet. Mary has three sisters and the moments of them all helping her into her dress with their mom are some of my favorites.  It is obvious how close they are as a family!  Mary’s bridesmaids were thrilled to see their friend looking so beautiful in her wedding dress! We captured some fun photos of the girls before Mary traveled to have a first look with her dad.

Sweet Father-Daughter First Look

One of my favorite moments of the day was Mary’s intimate father-daughter first look with her dad! There was so much emotion in this sweet moment! You could see the pride and love shining in Mary’s father’s eyes as he saw his daughter as a bride.

Groom Getting Ready

While Mary got ready with her bridesmaids, Luke joined his groomsmen for a fun morning. Luke posed for some groom portraits on the balcony with a spectacular city background. The guys gathered together and headed to the Loeb Boathouse for one more group photo before the first look!

Beautiful Wedding Day First Look at Bethesda Steps

Mary and Luke made their way to the Bethesda Terrace in Central Park for their first look. This was such a wonderful moment and I loved seeing the joy and excitement in their eyes as they saw each other for the first time on their wedding day. As Mary and Luke held hands and walked down the famous Bethesda steps, the train of Mary’s dress flowed beautifully on the staircase. They laughed easily as they made their way to the Bethesda fountain.

Romantic Winter Wedding Photos in Central Park

I adored the classic and romantic style of Mary and Luke’s winter wedding! It was the perfect palette for their love story. After posing for some pretty wedding portraits, Mary and Luke joined their bridal party and families for group photos. You could feel the love and joy radiating on the crisp January afternoon!

Gorgeous Winter Central Park Boathouse Wedding Ceremony

Winter Central Park Boathouse Wedding Reception

Thank You!

Congratulations Mary and Luke! I am so honored that you chose me to capture your beautiful winter Central Park Boathouse wedding! I wish you both so much joy and love as you begin this wonderful next chapter in your lives together!

The Team: Photographer- Amy Rizzuto Photography, Venue- Central Park Boathouse, Venue Coordinator- Peter Bischoff, Hair Stylist- Tracy Ahern, Makeup Artist- Maura McCabe, Invitations- Hillary Stamas, Florist- Cress Floral, Wedding Dress- Lovely Bride, Bridesmaid Dresses- BHLDN, Shoes- Manolo Blahnik, Videographer- Jordan Jeanty, Donut Tower- Sweet Displays, DJ- DJ Neza

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Want to see more pretty images like Mary and Luke’s magical winter Central Park Boathouse wedding photos?  Check out Julie and Joe’s summer wedding at the Boathouse and follow along with Amy on instagram and facebook!

Amy Rizzuto is an NYC wedding photographer

who specializes in capturing the authentic joy of adventurous couples in love.

For more information visit www.amyrizzutophotography.com!

Romantic Central Park Wedding Photos With Julie and Joe

With its lush greenery, gorgeous skyline views, and classic NYC vibe, Central Park in the summer is one of my absolute favorite places in the world! I was so thrilled to celebrate Julie and Joe with this beautiful Central Park wedding photoshoot! It was such a joy to capture portraits of Julie and Joe in a place that feels so much like home. I loved seeing the easy way these two laughed together! We had the prettiest summer day, but the most beautiful part of it was Julie and Joe’s love for each other!

Julie and Joe

Central Park is one of Julie and Joe’s favorite places! This beautiful couple lives only a few blocks from the park and they enjoy running here together. They train for marathons and have a goal of running the six majors, New York, Tokyo, Boston, London, Chicago, and Berlin (which they are tackling later this year).

Central Park Wedding Photos On Bethesda Terrace Steps

After walking along the Central Park trails, Julie and Joe headed to the Bethesda Terrace. I absolutely loved shooting from above the Bethesda Terrace steps to show off the beauty of Julie’s train! The flowy lace skirt was so dreamy! These Bethesda steps wedding photos are some of my favorites!

In Love With NYC Skyline Views

The weather was absolutely perfect for Julie and Joe’s gorgeous Central Park photos! The sun was shining through the softest clouds as Julie and Joe smiled and laughed together. Before sunset, they posed for some beautiful photos in front of the stunning NYC skyline! The classic cityscape was the perfect backdrop!

Sweet Sunset At Bethesda Fountain

As the sun began to dip below the trees, Julie and Joe made their way back to the beautiful Bethesda Fountain. The glowy light was so romantic! I loved capturing the sun setting behind the fountain as Joe lifted Julie and spun her around!

Central Park Boathouse Wedding Photos

Julie and Joe looked so in love on this beautiful summer day! As the sun dipped below the skyline, we made our way to the clearing across from the Central Park boathouse for some of my favorite photos of the day! Julie and Joe shared sweet smiles and loving embraces, soaking in the last rays of the summer sun.

Thank You

Julie and Joe, thank you so much for choosing me to capture your gorgeous Central Park wedding photos! It was an absolute joy to spend a beautiful day with you celebrating your love! I wish you both so much happiness in your marriage!

Want to see more pretty images like Julie and Joe’s romantic Central Park wedding photos?  Check out Emily and Mark’s joyful Central Park Boathouse wedding and follow along with Amy on instagram and facebook!

Amy Rizzuto is a New Jersey and destination wedding photographer

who specializes in capturing the authentic joy of adventurous couples in love.

For more information visit www.amyrizzutophotography.com!

Classic Central Park Wedding

Is there anything more lovely than Central Park in the spring? This past weekend was such a joy as I got to capture Amanda and Will’s beautiful Central Park Boathouse wedding! Every moment of their classic NYC nuptials was filled with romance, style, and fun!

Spring Wedding Day Full of Excitement

Amanda and Will each got ready in their own respective suites at the Loews Regency. I loved the excitement buzzing through the air as their friends and family surrounded them! Amanda slipped on her gorgeous Legends Romona Keveza dress and posed for portraits with her bridesmaids in their stunning Dressy gowns. The invitation suite designed by Bella Figura was so beautiful and perfectly captured Amanda and Will’s wedding style!

First Look Wedding Photos at Loews Regency

After spending the morning with their family and friends, Amanda and Will finally saw each other for the first time on the balcony at the Loews Regency! The moment was so full of raw emotion and joy! Loews was the perfect location for their sweet first look as it overlooked Central Park where Amanda and Will would be getting married!

Cherry Blossom Wedding Portraits

There are few things I love more than cherry blossoms in Central Park, and Amanda and Will’s spring wedding was timed perfectly for these blooms! The pink blossoms served as the sweetest backdrop for their wedding photos in Central Park! Amanda, Will, and their wedding party spent the afternoon taking classic portraits at all of my favorite locations including Bethesda Terrace and Fountain and the Boathouse! After these fun photos, Amanda and Will made their way to their Central Park wedding ceremony!

Perfect Spring Wedding Ceremony in NYC

Amanda and Will were all smiles as she made her way down the aisle. I loved their personal vows during the ceremony! They were beautifully written and so thoughtful. The room was filled with so much love! After being pronounced husband and wife, Will and Amanda shared a kiss and made their way back down the aisle, hand in hand.

Central Park Wedding Reception

Following their sweet ceremony, it was time for Amanda and Will’s Loeb Boathouse wedding celebration! I loved the soft, white details in everything from the flowers to the cake. The touches of greenery were a perfect nod to the blooming spring season, and the decor had the most wonderfully classic, romantic feel. The band was amazing and kept Amanda and Will and their guests on the dance floor all night!

Thank you so much for choosing me to capture such special memories Amanda and Will! Your Central Park Boathouse wedding was a dream, and I wish you so much joy as you begin your marriage!

The Team: Photographer- Amy Rizzuto Photography, Venue- Loeb Boathouse, Venue Coordinator- Peter Bischoff, Getting Ready Location- Loews Regency Hotel, Hair Stylist- Ahern Beauty, Makeup Artist- Adelyn’s Canvas, Invitations- Bella Figura, Florist- Stefan Floral Decor, Wedding Dress- Legends Romona Keveza, Bridesmaid Dresses- Dessy, Shoes- Manolo Blahnik, Videographer- NST Pictures, Cake- Lulu Cake Boutique, Band- Rock and Soul Band (Starlight Music), Photo Booth- The U Booth, First Dance Song- “Can’t Help Falling in Love”

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Want to see more pretty images like Amanda and Will’s Central Park wedding photos?  Check out Myriam and Steve’s beautiful Central Park Boathouse wedding and follow along with Amy on instagram and facebook!

Amy Rizzuto is a New York City wedding photographer

who specializes in capturing the authentic joy of adventurous couples in love.

For more information visit www.amyrizzutophotography.com!