Fotografo de Bodas, Santiago

May 17, 2010

Erin and I went to high school together, back in the day in good old Michigan. She was a few grades ahead of me, and we were both band nerds. Yes, we played the flute. No, we don’t think it’s funny when you say, “This one time…at band camp…”

When she first got in touch with me about photographing her wedding, I was surprised to hear from her after all these years, but not at all surprised that she’s now a big deal New York businesswoman. Because when we went to meet up with her to discuss the big day, she was just as I remembered her — ridiculously smart, very motivated and very witty — though I now find her significantly less intimidating than I did when we were in high school And Matt is the nicest guy. He’s also ridiculously smart and motivated (I think it’s a New Yorker thing), and he still has the heart and fun loving spirit of a kid. I instantly loved that about him — who wouldn’t?

I had insanely high expectations for this NYC wedding — and they were exceeded in every way. The venue was the beautiful Brooklyn Botanic Garden on a sunny day, even after a week of cold and some rain. Erin looked absolutely stunning in her Reem Acra dress. Their friends and family celebrated with them all day long and gave some of the funniest Best Man/Maid of Honor toasts I’ve ever heard — and I’ve heard a lot.

Seba and I were so happy and honored to be there to photograph it as it all went down. Congratulations, Erin and Matt! I hope you love your pictures!

I loved their ceremony. A friend of Erin and Matt’s was ordained as a minister and he wrote the whole thing. He kept it short and to the point, and it was beautiful without verging into sappy territory.

They spent the whole day laughing!

I know that a lot of photographers don’t love the cake cutting, because there’s not a lot you can do to make photos of it particularly unique. But I love it, just because it’s such a ridiculous tradition that it makes the bride and groom crack up every time, without fail.

After a break in between the reception at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, all the guests went back to their hotels to take naps, Seba and I went to our to download the photos, back them up and post a sneak peek of the wedding, and then we all headed out to the after party. It was at a really cool bar in Manhattan called the Stone Rose, overlooking Central Park.

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46 Comments

beautiful shots, and love the shots from all the different angles.

Comment by az — May 18, 2010 @ 6:40 am

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Great Job! I love your detail shots!

Comment by Crystal — May 18, 2010 @ 6:42 am

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This looks like it was a blast to shoot. Congrats to the couple & congrats to you for delivering some beautiful images.

Comment by matt shumate — May 18, 2010 @ 7:32 am

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Wonderful light – looks like it was a perfect day

Comment by Leon Steber — May 18, 2010 @ 8:23 am

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I just love how you can string together little moments to make a viewer understand the day

Comment by Jessica Horton — May 18, 2010 @ 12:50 pm

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wow lovely set. i adore the groupshot with the lavenders (?) in the foreground. great job Kyle,

Comment by Csanad — May 18, 2010 @ 1:30 pm

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Great stuff Kyle!

Comment by Alan Hutchison — May 18, 2010 @ 2:50 pm

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I always look forward to reading and viewing your posts Kyle! Your work is so inspiring to me and this one is no exception. I love your vision!

Comment by Daniel Dunlap — May 18, 2010 @ 5:13 pm

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Love this set. You've really captured some great moments. I especially love the very last reception scene.

Comment by leodruker — May 18, 2010 @ 11:43 pm

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Oh Kyle, how great to be there for a friend's wedding, and what an honor too. You did a wonderful job capturing their day. Those prep shots are my favorite, such dramatic lighting and color.

Comment by shipra — May 19, 2010 @ 1:44 am

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I'm trying to see if this comment thingy works. I like the one where they are laughing and bumping noses. It's very happy and almost innocent.

Comment by Sara — May 19, 2010 @ 2:50 pm

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These are OUTSTANDING xD

Comment by Colleen — May 19, 2010 @ 4:30 pm

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Love love love this wedding! My absolute favs are 5 (love the neck shot…the way her hand is softly about to touch her necklace is so beautiful and intimate), 7 (absolutely breathtaking!!! the flowers, the shadows, the wedding party in the background…perfect!), 11 (brings a tear to my eye…so touching), and 15 (the epitome of sheer happiness!). Great job as always!!!

Comment by gringagonesouth — May 19, 2010 @ 4:53 pm

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kyle- you are an amazing photographer. mad skillz.

Comment by gabeaceves — May 19, 2010 @ 6:36 pm

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AWESOME! you seriously rock. and knowing the bride for so long? amaaaazing! beautiful work, my friend! xoxo

Comment by Christine — May 20, 2010 @ 1:22 am

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Beautiful, Kyle. Beautiful!

Comment by Lyn Ismael-Bennett — May 20, 2010 @ 1:30 pm

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These are fabulous! You can really feel the joy and happiness of their day. Job well done!

Comment by Bridget Francis — May 20, 2010 @ 1:41 pm

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Love the mood you project with this set. Great emotion and reportage

Comment by Francis Joseph — May 20, 2010 @ 4:36 pm

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Wow, love the 'upside down' photo in the car particularly. Keep up the good work!

Comment by Albert Palmer — May 20, 2010 @ 8:04 pm

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Absolutely fantastic images! You capture the emotions and mood of the wedding perfectly!

Comment by Natalie — May 20, 2010 @ 9:50 pm

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You can eat again Matty…. looking skinny… Beautiful shots!

Comment by Arbus — May 21, 2010 @ 4:17 am

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cool wedding, and what a gorgeous couple!!!

Comment by Renee Bell — May 21, 2010 @ 5:39 am

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The BBG is one of my favorite things about NYC!!! I used to go there all of the time and I would think what a beautiful place for a wedding. As always, your photos were perfect. Reem Acra makes such gorgeous dresses!

Comment by GlobalButterfly — May 21, 2010 @ 4:38 pm

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It was awesome Renee!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:19 pm

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Haha, poor Matt, was he on the wedding diet? I didn't know that!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:20 pm

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Thank you Natalie!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:20 pm

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Yeah, I loved the long mirror on the limo ceiling, made for a cool shot!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:20 pm

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Thanks Francis, it was a fun day to capture!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:20 pm

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Gracias Bridget!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:21 pm

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Thank you Lyn!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:21 pm

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Isn't it cool when you have a connection from the past to your clients? I love how photography puts me back in contact with people who I normally might not have crossed paths with.

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:21 pm

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Thank you Gabe!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:22 pm

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#11 is my favorite. I wanted to post it last like I always do with my favorites, but that would have interrupted the flow of the photos. But I LOVE it. Glad I am not the only one

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:22 pm

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Thanks Colleen!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:22 pm

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Yay, it worked! Thanks for trying again.

And yes, they were really cute and happy together!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:23 pm

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Thanks Shipra, there were so many mirrors where they were getting ready so I had a hard time keeping myself out of the shot, but in the end I got the results I wanted so I'm happy with them!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:24 pm

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Thanks Leo!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:24 pm

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You are so sweet Daniel, thanks for your kind words!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:24 pm

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Thanks Alan!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:24 pm

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I think those are lavenders, but I'm not sure, I don't know anything about plants!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:25 pm

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It always amazes me too how the smallest simplest moments can really capture the feeling of being there.

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:25 pm

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It was gorgeous!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:25 pm

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Thanks Matt!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:26 pm

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Thank you Crystal!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:26 pm

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Thank you, I try to find as many different angles as possible so as to keep things interesting!

Comment by kylehepp — May 21, 2010 @ 5:26 pm

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That reflection shot of them talking on cells in the limo is priceless. Love the bold colors as well. Great job and hope there were very happy.

Comment by Joey Chandler — May 21, 2010 @ 10:38 pm

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