A beautiful spring day, super photogenic couple, and cozy intimate reception – what more could a photographer want! This was such a great day from start to finish. Bianca and Garret have such great taste and planned a lovely, stress-free, beautiful wedding in some gorgeous locations. Their ceremony was held at St. Therese Church in […]

It was such a pleasure photographing Brigid & Dan’s glowing smiles and working with their roll-with-the-punches spirit at their spring wedding at Paramount Country Club. Paramount holds a special place in my heart because it’s where I got married back in October 2022! During the planning process, it became clear that Brigid & I shared […]

You wouldn’t guess it by their glowing smiles, but it was actually 32º out for Brigid and Dan’s engagement session. I had such a great time wandering Central Park at sunset with these New Yorkers! One of the perks of photographing in Central Park during the off-season means less crowds, making it possible for shots […]

As a self-admitted perfectionist, Type A, KonMari-obsessed, Enneagram 3 (if you’re not sure what any of that means, just picture Monica from Friends – that’s me), Spring Cleaning is one of my favorite “holidays.” 😉 As a wedding professional, our calendars are typically less packed with weddings and shoots during the winter and early spring, […]

  Download this year’s free 2025 Goal Setting Worksheets with prompts to reflect upon the past year, analyze your achievements and shortcomings, decide on a vision & theme for the new year, and set S.M.A.R.T & D.O.P.E goals:   You can also purchase a printed copy of the workbook here for $20.25!   We’ll cover both the positives […]

The fall foliage at Fort Tryon Park was golden and glowing for Payton & Michael’s sunset engagement at Fort Tryon Park! Photos by Luxury New York Wedding & Engagement Photographer Lin Pernille. 💍 See more engagement sessions here or learn about packages here.

When Victoria and Nick arrived at Millbrook Winery, Nick led her down an aisle of rose petals to an arch asking her to marry him! After she said yes, friends & family cheered and ran out of their hiding spot to congratulate the couple. Congratulations, Victoria & Nick!! Photos by Luxury Dutchess County Proposal Photographer […]

When the forecast calls for thunderstorms but you just can’t wait to propose to the love of your life… This rainy Central Park proposal in front of the lake looked like a scene straight out of The Notebook! Congratulations Hannah & Ryan!! Photos by Luxury NYC Proposal Photographer Lin Pernille. 💍 See more proposal stories here or […]

I can’t believe we’re officially halfway through 2024! I encourage you to take some time this week to remind yourself what you had envisioned for 2024, reflect on the shortcomings and silver linings this year has brought about, analyze any progress you’ve made on your goals, and form a plan for how to make the most […]

Grace and Gavin had the most quintessential, epic NYC wedding, with a church ceremony at St Patrick’s Cathedral, photos in Central Park, and reception at New York Athletic Club. Grace and Gavin met and fell in love in New York City so it was important to them to highlight how special of a place NYC […]

Margot and Shammasi’s wedding combined such a fun mix of sentimental influences. The ceremony and reception was held on Margot’s beautiful family farm in the Catskills with mountain views all around – the same location where her mother, sister, and aunt got married! Talk about a sentimental choice for a “venue”. Coming from Saudi Arabia, […]

Nick proposed to Maddie while they were on a trip to visit New York City. Maddie thought they were just going on a helicopter tour over Midtown Manhattan at sunset, which was exciting enough, but it turned out to have an even more epic ending. After they landed, Nick proposed in front of the words […]

Every detail and every moment of Samantha & Michael’s wedding was beautiful, thoughtful, and memorable. Their spirits couldn’t be dampened by the pouring rain that came down all day long. Their romantic, modern wedding day started off by getting ready at the nearby historic Tarrytown House Estate, followed by a cozy indoor wedding ceremony and […]

When you’re a photographer, one of the most exciting parts about spring is cherry blossom season! I had such a fun time hunting for the prettiest, fluffiest cherry blossoms with Allison & Rob throughout Central Park. My favorite was this white yoshino cherry blossom tree we found near The Reservoir – it was the perfect […]

I consider myself incredibly lucky to have fallen in love with a career that allows me to balance my personal life with my business on my own terms. While it definitely stinks that I don’t get a paid maternity leave like I would’ve at a corporate job, I’m very blessed to have the flexibility to […]

  In the wedding industry, winter is often referred to as “slow season” but if you’re a wedding professional, you know it’s anything but slow. Winter is our opportunity to take care of all of the administrative tasks that we don’t have time to do during busy wedding season. January is an especially busy time […]

Andrew and Charlotte flew in from England for a vacation in New York City during the most romantic time of year – December. Charlotte had always wanted to come to NYC during Christmastime. Little did she know that Andrew was planning to propose on the trip! On Sunday night, they went skating at the Rockefeller […]

How adorable is Carson’s proposal to Samantha at the Christmas tree display at The Plaza?! He’s had this idea arranged for months, he had so many people in on the surprise, and it was such an honor to be a part of it. He had the ring hidden in a gift box under the Christmas […]

In addition to the traditional First Look, there are at least five other types of reveals you can do on your wedding day! (Note: Please add around 10-15 minutes for each type of first look to your timeline) Bridesmaids Reveal. Father-Daughter First Look. First Touch. Some couples choose to use this moment to read their vows to each other privately, if they don’t want to read personally-written vows during their ceremony publicly. NOTE: Since a First Touch doesn’t involve you two seeing each other before the ceremony (only holding each other’s hand for a brief moment), it doesn’t have the same logistical benefits of a First Look. Doggy First Look. The Bride’s First Look at Herself.

After photographing 250 couples’ weddings, I had my own wedding on Friday, October 28, 2022 at Paramount Country Club! The question I get asked most often is “how on earth did you pick your own wedding photographer??” Talk about “analysis paralysis”! After working in the industry since 2011, I have SO many talented photographer friends, […]

Harpreet planned the most romantic bookstore proposal at The Housing Works in NYC, complete with a customized book, a piano serenade, and a surprise family celebration afterwards. Mishika was blown away, and of course, said yes! Videographer:  Lin Pernille Proposal Planner:  The Heart Bandits Florist: WMF Floral & DesignBookstore:  Housing Works BookstorePiano Rental: PianoPiano 💍 […]

Lauren and Jack’s fall wedding at Whitby Castle was like a literal fairytale come true! Located in Westchester County in the Lower Hudson Valley, Whitby Castle was the perfect venue for Lauren & Jack’s fairtyale wedding. The weather was perfect for an outdoor ceremony on the lawn, with the epic castle facade as the backdrop. […]

Lauren & Jack’s family & bridal party gathered at The Rye Grill & Bar the night before their Whitby Castle wedding. Lauren looked chic in her Retrofete silk sheath dress with pearl back detailing. The bobble head cake toppers really “took the cake” for the cutest detail. 😉 Click here to see their gorgeous wedding […]

Karen had a lovely blue-themed baby shower surrounded by friends and family at the Roger Sherman Inn in New Canaan CT to celebrate Baby Boy Burn! Photos by CT Event Photographer Lin Pernille. VENDORS: Venue: @rogershermaninn Cake: @staceystotallybakedBalloon Decor: @creative.facepaintingFlorals: @stamfordfloristInvitations: @pom.paper.eventsWelcome Sign: @sincerelybynicolePlace Cards: @optimalprint Guess the Date Poster: @mintypaperieProsecco Tags: @popitwhenshepopsMacaron Favors: @lamargueriteandco 👶 See more event blog posts here or learn more about packages here.

When the groom is a car collector, what better location for your wedding reception than in your own impressive car garage! After an intimate ceremony at their private residence, the newlyweds hosted an intimate Tuscan inspired dinner party, complete with a Dolce & Gelato espresso & gelato truck for dessert. Photos by Luxury Albany Wedding […]

If your ceremony and reception are taking place in the same location, with no gap between the ceremony and cocktail hour, I highly recommend doing a First Look.

If your ceremony (typically at a church) and reception are in different locations, with a 1.5+ hour gap in between, I would recommend not having a First Look and taking most of the portraits after the ceremony instead.