Lily Kesselman Wedding and Event Photography in New York

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

Brooklyn Grange is not only an incredible use of space and purveyor of wonderful organic food - they are also an amazing event facility! What better location for an outdoor affair with the best views in Brooklyn! You can't get much closer to farm to table than this! Pick - rinse - and enjoy! I hope to shoot a wedding there soon! Hmmm, maybe a sweet engagement session location too! 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!

Sara & Mike - sneak peek!

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 18:23:00 +0000

We shot Sara & Mike's wedding at Temple Emanuel-El in Closter, New Jersey. It was an amazing - but we just shot this 2 days ago. Here's a sneek peek! More to come!

Mazel tov!

Lindsay and Jeremy's New York Wedding!

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 23:59:00 +0000

Lindsay and Jeremy were married in the heart of Manhattan at The Carlyle. Guest were able to mingle with the couple before the ceremony under the chuppah in one of their signature suites. The clouds broke so we could head outside for a few city shots, and the evening concluded in the private dining room in the hotel. Lovely! Florals by Seasons A Floral Design Studio
Wedding Dress by Nicole Miller
Tuxedos by Canali Veil by Erica Koesler
Music by Matt Ray
Hair & Makeup by Gil Ferrer Salon
Invitations by Cranes

This was a lovely wedding and we posted a little slideshow of some of the highlights from the day on our website here!

Click here to see the online gallery (but you need the password from the bride & groom! Enjoy!

The Queens County Farm

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 21:30:00 +0000

We visited the Queens County Farm Museum. A great day filled with lots of information and lovely to see all the piggies, sheep, goats and of course chickens! A great place to visit so check it out! You can visit the farm for free!

OMG! Baby!

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 01:41:00 +0000

Our dear friends had a baby and I was so thrilled to take some newborn photos of her! She loves the camera and was just a doll the entire time. It was great seeing her and congratulations! She's beautiful! And luckily she lives nearby so I can visit all the time!

Student Sponsor Partners Softball in Central Park

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 19:20:00 +0000

Student Sponsor Partners hosted a softball game for students, mentors and sponsors in Central Park a few weeks ago. The weather was perfect for some fun in the sun! I always love shooting sporting events and this was a great one! You can see the complete gallery here on Facebook!

A Prospect Park Engagement Session

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Wed, 30 May 2012 14:49:00 +0000

This couple is getting married later this summer and we spent a splendid afternoon in one of their favorite locales, Prospect Park in Brooklyn! Friends and family can see the entire session by clicking HERE (but you will need the password from the couple!)

A Boy, A Girl, A Bike, A Boxer and A Beach!

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Thu, 03 May 2012 18:30:00 +0000

These two are getting married and we shot their engagement session in East Hampton. The groom suggested we use this groovy two-person bicycle for the shoot - what a great idea! It took some getting used to but we love the vintage feel of the bike! After we headed to the beach for a few shots with Hamilton - the Boxer! I always love to bring the pups along for engagement shoots - they are part of the family!

The New York International Auto Show

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 01:13:00 +0000

So in addition to people and parties, I shoot for several clients every year at the New York International Auto Show. This year one of my clients was Hyundai and I shot the reveals of these two cars presented by Hyundai Motor American President and CEO John Kvafcik of the Santa Fe models. Always a good time!

Lenox Celebrates Couples

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 22:40:00 +0000

We sponsored the "Lenox Celebrates Couples" event at the Lenox showroom in New York City with The Knot and Curtain Up events. The event sold out in less than a day - and guest were treated to a fabulous evening where they could preview Lenox registry items, sip St. Germain spirits and enjoy Creative Concepts cuisine! One lucky couple won a trip to Jamaica and another an engagement session - from me! Everyone took home a gift bag loaded with goodies including crystal glassware from Lenox. Cheers!

Photos courtesy of Lily Kesselman and The Knot
Location: Lenox Showroom, New York City
Event Planning: Curtain Up Events
Makeup Artists: MG Hair & Makeup
Candy Bar: Couture Candy Buffet
Photo Booth: ShutterBooth
Floral Design: Martin Jobes Design
Catering: Creative Concepts
Staff: Cutting Edge Elite
Cigar Rolling: Cigar Rolling Events
Entertainment: Around Town Entertainment
Bar: St. Germain
Bar: Lulu B Wine
Favors: NY Cake Pops, Sweet n' Salty by Design, BITE Beauty, Molton Brown,

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:57:00 +0000

Natalie and David's wedding from GalaVideos on Vimeo.

We worked with Gala Videos on this wedding - we love it and these short clips are a fun way to share the day!

"The Bee" opening at The Japan Society

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:31:00 +0000

I photographed the opening party for the performance of "The Bee" at The Japan Society a few weeks ago. There was quite a turnout and always a fun crowd to work with. Catering by East and the lovely flowers by the in-house designer Ryohei Yamamoto. Beautiful flowers & food display, as usual!

I always love the floral & decor

Writer & director Hideki Noda

Actor Kathryn Hunter

Alissa & Julie's Wedding Featured in The Knot New Jersey!

noreply@blogger.com (Lily) — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 18:11:00 +0000

Oh, this was a fun one and we were so please to have it featured in the Spring/Summer issue of The Knot New Jersey! These women were fabulous and such a pleasure to work with!

Here are the day's fabulous vendors!
Alissa's Wedding Dress: Tara Keely at Wedding Atelier
Julie’s Suit: J. Crew
Wedding Rings: Greenwich Jewelers
Bridesmaids Dresses: After 6 from Here Comes the Bridesmaid
Suits: Jos. A Bank
Hair & Makeup: Bloom Studio, Morristown, NJ 973-292-3377
Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas
Wedding Cake: Momofuku Milk Bar

Officiant: Rev. Janet Broderick at St. Peter's Episcopal Church

Shoes: Dolce Vita from Nordstrom
Flowers: GrowersBox.com

Rentals: All County Rental Center

Accommodations: Hyatt Morristown at Headquarters Plaza