Lily Kesselman Wedding and Event Photography in New York

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Wed, 26 Oct 2016 15:37:00 +0000

Jason and Sicily's New York City wedding at Convent of The Sacred Heart and the Burden Kahn Mansion

Venue: Convent of The Sacred Heart/Burden Kahn Mansion
Catering: The Upper Crust
DJ: DJ David Raimer
Flowers: Seasons

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Wed, 26 Oct 2016 15:37:00 +0000

Jason and Sicily's New York City wedding!

Venue: Convent of The Sacred Heart/Burden Kahn Mansion
Catering: The Upper Crust
DJ: DJ David Raimer
Flowers: Seasons

Anjou Bakery in Cashmere, Washington

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 02:46:00 +0000

I was shooting a wedding at The Sleeping Lady Resort a while ago just a few miles away from my cousin Heather's bakery - Anjou Bakery - in Cashmere, Washington. Here's the 2016 Washington State Visitors Guide featuring her bakery - and our photo! Stop in for a slice of heaven if you find yourself out in Cashmere!

Cats Preview at The Japan Society

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 15:00:00 +0000

Several months ago a show called "Cats" exhibited at The Japan Society. While events at this venue always attract a creatively-heeled crowd, this evening inspired most of the guests to don their finest feline fashion. Cats were everywhere - some obvious, some hidden.

Sydney & David's Prospect Park Wedding

noreply@blogger.com (Lily Kesselman) — Tue, 22 Mar 2016 12:53:00 +0000

We photographed a lovely wedding at the Picnic House in Prospect Park, Brooklyn. The weather was perfect for the day - bits of rain but warm enough for some photos outside!

Mazel tov to the lovely couple and family!

Credit:
Venue: Picnic House in Prospect Park
Wedding Dress: bhldn from anthropologie)
Bridesmaid Dress: Keepsake
Suit: Michael Andrews
Rings: JRM Jewelers of Great Neck
Veil: Etsy
Flowers: Jasmine Florist of Brooklyn
Catering: Simply Divine
Entertainment: Faze 4

Carol & Dan's New York City Wedding

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Tue, 22 Oct 2013 18:39:00 +0000

Carol and Dan were married a few weeks ago at All Souls Church in the heart of New York City. The bride's hair & makeup by Queen of the Wink. The couple celebrated with friends and family at The Upstairs Lounge at The Kimberly Hotel after stopping to take some couple photos over by Tudor City! We loved working with them!

Daniella & Mike - A New Jersey Wedding in Rockleigh, NJ

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Thu, 12 Sep 2013 18:15:00 +0000

Daniella and Mike were married at the lovely Rockleigh Club in Rockleigh, NJ. The day was beautiful and started with the couple's first look on the grand staircase followed by the couple releasing doves for good luck!
They are a lovely, lovely couple and we wish them all the best! Mazel Tov!

Friends and family can click here to see all the images of the day - ask for the password from the couple!

Feel free to leave your good wishes in the comments below!

Wedding Dress: Lazaro by JLM Couture
Menswear: Men's Wearhouse
Bridesmaids' Dresses: Xcape by Nordstrom
Hair: Panico Salon Flowers: Flower Elegance
Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas Rings: Tiffany's
Wedding Cake: A Little Cake
Band: Alexis Band

Camila y Yesenia Get Married - a New York Wedding in El Barrio

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Thu, 05 Sep 2013 02:18:00 +0000

I shot a lovely wedding of two beautiful women at El Kallejon in El Barrio this summer. They had perfect weather, happy friends and family and a heartfelt ceremony. Bravo! Friends and family can CLICK HERE to see all the images of the day (get the password from the brides!) or order prints! The gallery will be online for one month!

Queens County Farm BBQ & Campout!

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Mon, 12 Aug 2013 18:30:00 +0000

I had the pleasure of shooting the 2013 BBQ & Campout at the Queens County Farm Museum and it was such a blast! Amazing, amazing food was provided by The Cleaver Co., Dickson's Farmstand Meats and beer from Brooklyn Brewery was flowing! Guests were invited to dine on sliders, sloppy joes and even fresh cornbread and then danced the night away under the stars! You should get on their mailing list and check it out next summer!

On the farm...

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Tue, 23 Jul 2013 15:16:00 +0000

I shot for a commercial client last week on the beautiful Chester Hill Farm in Trumbull, CT. I rode dressage as a young girl and loved being back on a horse farm.

A running bride...

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 16:32:00 +0000

We shot this bride getting ready at home and her bedroom door is covered with her race running numbers! Loved it!

A New York City engagement session with all the trimmings!

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 01:33:00 +0000

Brittany and Nick arrived in NYC with just one day to shoot their entire engagement session in NYC and no time for any bad weather! Luckily the skies prevailed and the three of us spent a few hours in Times Square, Central Park and then off to Dumbo for a fun and colorful engagement session! Friends and family can CLICK HERE to see the entire session (with the password from the couple of course!) I loved these jumpers in the back of this one!

A Visit to The Queens County Farm Museum

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Tue, 07 May 2013 02:14:00 +0000

I was asked to shoot the annual sheep shearing at The Queens County Farm Museum this past weekend! This is an amazing location (yes they host weddings!) and an actual working farm with plenty of farm animals. The farm is free for visitors and great fun for kids! It is also a great place to pick up starts and seedlings for your garden!

A Rachel Zoe Moment

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:12:00 +0000

I was working a little Red Carpet and here's a few of Rachel Zoe in NYC and the windows she designed for Tiffany & Co. I actually did have breakfast at Tiffany's!

Elizabeth and Nathan's Wedding!

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:48:00 +0000

After shooting Elizabeth & Nathan's engagement session in The Hamptons this summer, I knew I was in for a treat for their wedding! The couple borrowed this classic vintage two-person bicycle for an engagement photos and I knew then they were going to be a treat to work with!

The couple prepared for the big day at the Garden City Hotel, also the location for their reception. A Rolls Royce carried the bride and her father to St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Center where a traditional bagpipe player greeted arriving guests and the wedding party. After the ceremony guests enjoyed cocktails before entering the grand ballroom decked in lavish florals, lighting and elegant table settings all designed and coordinated by the uber-talented Cheryl J. Weddings & Events. Guests danced the night away to the live music performed by The Kenny Ford Band and took away elegant sweet treats from Macaron Cafe!

The bride's fun facts include:
Something Old: My mother's sapphire pin that I had on my bouquet

Something New: My dress

Something Borrowed: My mother's diamond bracelet

Something Blue: Blue crystals on bottom of my shoes that spelled "I Do"

5 Pence in my shoe: I had a 5 pence coin from Ireland in my shoe for good luck (I danced with a coin in my 5 inch heals all night!)

Family and friends can CLICK HERE to view the entire gallery but they must get the password from the couple!

The amazing vendors include:
Planning and Design: Cheryl J. Weddings & Events
Ceremony Venue: St. Agnes Cathedral, Rockville Center, NY
Reception Venue: Garden City Hotel, Garden City, NY
Wedding Dress: Pnina Tornai from Kleinfeld Bridal Shoes: Jimmy Choo
Veil: Kleinfeld's Bridesmaid Dresses: Bill Levkoff
Flowers: Flowers by Brian
Rings:
Wedding Cake:
Music: Kenny Ford Band from Hank Lane Music
Invitations: Plandome Paperie
Hair: Stefani Padilla
Makeup: Jennifer Duffy jenduffyart@gmail.com
Linens: Cloth Connection
Gifts: Macaron Cafe
Transportation: MV Limo

Sarah and Virtaj's Wedding at The Sleeping Lady Resort, Washington

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 02:55:00 +0000

The Sleeping Lady Resort in Leavenworth, Washington was the spectacular venue for Sarah & Virtaj's weekend mountain wedding! It was my first time working there (and hopefully not the last) and it was an amazing weekend affair. It started with a rehearsal dinner followed by dancing and henna artists decorating all the guests - including me! The wedding day could not have been more beautiful. The weather was perfect and after Sarah and Virtaj saw each other's first look, we spent some time taking photos by the Icicle River! Then the groom started off the festivities by entering on the traditional white horse and the family all greeted each other with flower necklaces and big hugs! After the ceremony, guests were treated to dinner and toasts and a performance by Apna Bhangra Crew as well as some dance lessons! Everyone was on the dance floor! Important note: each guest was treated to personalized jars of homemade jam to take home. Raspberries were harvested by the bride and groom and the bride's family and the jam was processed in the mother-of-the-bride's kitchen under the direction of family friend Lori Maul! It was an honor to be on the team. And if you are looking for a mountain venue, look no further! The accommodations were amazing! The entire wedding is online so click here to see all the images (make sure you get a password from the happy couple!) Vendors: Invitations: Cakespy Flowers: Elizabeth Designs Rings: Tiffany & Co. Wedding Dress: Va Lena Valentina from Belltown Bride Groom's Attire: Hugo Boss Hair by Lucy Rosario of Shears, Makeup by Krissy Rawley of Shears DJ: Barak Ramon Henna: Sarahenna Location: The Sleeping Lady Resort, Leavenworth, WA Wedding Cake: B&O Espresso Bride's Shoes: Vero Cuoio Bhrangra Dancers: Apna Bhangra Crew Photo Booth: Sportraits

A Visit to Seattle, Washington

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 15:48:00 +0000

I visited one of my old hometowns, Seattle, to shoot a wedding in the Cascade Mountains. Well I didn't have nearly as much time in the city as I had hoped, but I did have a little free time to explore the city and check out some of my favorite hangouts! As always, coffee at Caffe Ladro is always a must! How it is so good I'll never know! Also I found a great knitting shop, So Much Yarn, and picked up some supplies for a new capelet I'm knitting! Saw some cool windows and of course the Space Needle. The iconic Space Needle! A new favorite knitting hangout!

Just Food Farm School Visits Brooklyn Grange

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Sat, 27 Oct 2012 22:59:00 +0000

Just Food Farm School NYC visits Brooklyn Grange. Michael of Brooklyn Grange with Bee Ayer of BK Farmyards and David Vigil from East New York Farms.

Check out our new Mini-Books!

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 23:52:00 +0000

We are happy to show off our new Mini-Books! These handheld little gems fit in your handbag and come with a linen hardcover and custom dust-jacket - matching your Modern Gallery primary album! You must order your primary albums first, but these little books are perfect gifts for family and bridal party members and is a miniature version of your entire album! Magnifique! You can order them in sets of 4!

Holiday Booking Bonus!

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 15:12:00 +0000

Just in time for early holiday shopping! We are giving all new clients that book weddings and engagement sessions at our standard rate by October 26, 2012 one Opportunity Card! This card offers you 20% off at almost 200 retailers in the tri-state area! The Opportunity Card benefits Futures & Options, a non-profit organization we support that opens doors for underserved youth to build meaningful professional careers. They also provide businesses with a trained, educated, and diverse young workforce. You can view their website or just buy your own card for your fully tax-deductuble donation!

Anjou Bakery in Cashmere, WA

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 20:39:00 +0000

My cousin Heather and her husband Kevin own the fabulous Anjou Bakery in Cashmere, WA. I was able to stop by after shooting a wedding at The Sleeping Lady (that wedding will be posted soon!) and had an amazing time hanging out with the family and of course taking photos! Their food is divine and the coffee is the best! They even sell chicken feed from their legendary crostini! She sent me a bag (they will ship!) and it is a big hit! So next time you are headed out towards Wanatachee or Leavenworth, WA, you have to stop by! Make sure you take home some of their artisan bread and a pie!

A New York City Engagement Session!

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 19:28:00 +0000

Katie and Parag got engaged a the Central Park Boathouse so we head to the park for some shots before heading over to one of my favorite places to shoot - Tudor City! These two are adorable, fun and were amazing to work with! Cheers! Friends and family can click here to see the entire gallery (but you need the password from the couple!)

Sara & Mike's New Jersey Wedding, Part II

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 16:28:00 +0000

Here's the second part of the day from Sara & Mike's New Jersey wedding! The ceremony location at the temple is stunning and the decor was amazing!

Friends and family can view all the images by clicking here as long as they have the password from the couple!

Orchids and hydrangeas highlighted the chuppah. The bridesmaids carried peonies. Guests were treated to a custom martini bar!

Details Venue: Temple Emanuel-El, Closter, New Jersey

Catering: Northern Valley Affairs

Bride's Dress: Kleinfeld

Tuxedos: Hugo Boss

Bridesmaids: Amsale

Flowers: Roberts Florals

Wedding Bands: W. Kodak Jewelers

Shoes: Jimmy Choo

Band: Nafshenu Orchestra
Makeup: Deanna Imerti-Bruno deeartistry@aol.com

Sara & Mike's Wedding - Temple Emanuel-El, Closter, New Jersey Part 1

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 14:32:00 +0000

This was a fun one! Sara and Mike were married at Temple Emanuel-El in Closter New Jersey earlier this summer. The location is fantastic and made for an amazing celebration!

Here's a peek at the preparations as well as the tisch and bedeken! I'll post the rest of the day's events tomorrow!

Friends and family can view all the images by clicking here as long as they have the password from the couple!

Feel free to leave your well wishes below in the comments! Details Venue: Temple Emanuel-El, Closter, New Jersey
Catering: Northern Valley Affairs
Bride's Dress: Kleinfeld
Tuxedos: Hugo Boss
Bridesmaids: Amsale
Flowers: Roberts Florals
Wedding Bands: W. Kodak Jewelers
Shoes: Jimmy Choo
Band: Nafshenu Orchestra
Makeup: Deanna Imerti-Bruno deeartistry@aol.com

Trip to Wassaic

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 13:07:00 +0000

Yesterday we took a group of youth to Wassaic Community Farm. Here's a highlight. More to come!