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Delicate Fall leaves in Brooklyn

October at The Palm in Brooklyn Botanical Garden

Close-up of a section of Brooklyn Bridge reaching into the light blue sky with soft white clouds scattered across the sky. At the very top of the tower, an American flag flutters in the breeze.
Close-up shot of an overhead, flat-lay photograph of a collection of wedding day items. At the center is a soft, green, velvet ring box with three rings, including a diamond engagement ring and two wedding bands. Surrounding the box is a sparkling diamond bracelet, a pair of earrings with intricate stones, and a white handkerchief with blue embroidered details. A delicate marigold-colored ribbon flows across the right side of the image, adding a soft contrast. Small flowers are scattered throughout the arrangement, including a light purple bloom and tiny white buds.
This black-and-white photograph shows our bride, N, posing gracefully in front of a large window. She is wearing a classic, elegant floor-length wedding gown designed by Caroline Castigliano with a fitted lace bodice and a full, flowing skirt that billows softly around her.
Close-up overhead shot of a wedding invitation surrounded by a large, soft peach-colored dahlia flower, a gold ribbon curling to the right of the frame, and small blue and white flowers scattered around. On the left is a small, velvet green ring box with a diamond engagement ring and two wedding bands. A brown ring box containing another wedding band is placed near the ribbon. At the top, there is a small white dish with sparkling earrings resting inside.
A wide shot of our groom, R, sitting in a hotel room is softly lit by large, bright windows framed by black curtains to the left. Large windows let in a lot of natural light, illuminating the room.
Medium close-up portrait of our groom, R, sitting casually in a chair. He is dressed in a dark, well-fitted tuxedo with a black bow tie, white dress shirt, and black velvet loafers. Sipping from a glass with an amber-colored drink. His leg is crossed, with one foot resting on his knee.
A wide shot of N standing outdoors in a lush, green park holding a bouquet includes various soft peach, yellow, and pink flowers. Yellow and green leaves are scattered on the grass beneath her. The background is filled with large trees and bushes, and sunlight filters through the leaves, casting a soft, natural glow over the scene.
Close-up of our bride holding a colorful bouquet. The bouquet is a mix of soft peach, yellow, pink, and white flowers, including large dahlias and small wildflowers, with bright green leaves and stems adding a touch of freshness.
Wide shot of N and R embracing in a sunny park framed by a vibrant landscape of trees with green and bright yellow leaves. The bride, dressed in a long, flowing white wedding gown, has her back to the camera, while the groom, wearing a dark suit, wraps his arms around her as they hold each other tightly, sharing an intimate moment. His face is visible as he leans in close, eyes closed, enjoying the embrace. Sunlight streams through the foliage, casting a warm glow across the grassy ground, lightly sprinkled with fallen yellow leaves. It is early fall.
Medium black and white shot of N embracing R, who has his back turned to the camera.
Medium shot of two bridesmaids embracing, smiling warmly in a garden setting. They are dressed in elegant, dark-colored dresses: one wears a deep green satin dress, while the other wears a dark velvet off-the-shoulder gown. Both hold small bouquets of colorful flowers with bright orange dahlias, white blooms, and green foliage.
Close-up of the groom holding a small, white handkerchief personalized with embroidered text in blue that reads, "R ❤️ N" with the date "10.15.2022" beneath it. The "R" and "N" are separated by a small red heart, symbolizing the couple
Wide shot of a formal wedding party portrait. The bride and groom are at the center, standing on a set of outdoor stone steps, surrounded by their bridesmaids and groomsmen. The bridesmaids wear elegant green dresses, and the groomsmen wear black tuxedos. Each bridesmaid holds a bouquet with bright orange, pink, and white flowers, adding vibrant pops of color against the green and black outfits. The group is arranged symmetrically, with the bride and groom at the front and the rest standing on the steps behind them.
Close-up shot of two coupe glasses filled with champagne, catching the soft glow of surrounding candlelight. The candles are placed in small, clear glass holders. Behind the glasses, vases of fresh flowers are displayed, featuring soft white dahlias, delicate blue flowers, and a few sprigs of greenery.
Wide shot of the wedding reception inside a grand, glass-domed venue, like a conservatory. The room is filled with round tables covered in white linens, each adorned with elegant centerpieces of flowers in soft colors like yellow, white, and orange. The floral arrangements are complemented by glassware, plates, and candles, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. White chairs surround the tables, and neatly folded green napkins are placed on each plate. In the background, large glass windows reach up to the ceiling, giving the space an open and airy feel.
Medium shot of a large seating chart set outdoors against a lush green background of trees and foliage. The chart has a clean, minimalist design with the words "PLEASE FIND YOUR SEAT" in large letters at the top. Below this, the names of guests are listed in alphabetical order, along with their table assignments.
Wide shot of the bride and groom in the early evening standing together outside of the wedding reception in a beautifully landscaped garden, with the Brooklyn Botanic Conservatory’s glass dome in the background. They are standing close to each other, looking at one another with warm, joyful smiles. String lights are visible, and a reflective pond is just behind them.
Similar shot of the bride and groom in black and white in the early evening standing together outside of the wedding reception. The bride smiles at the camera as the groom gazes at his bride.
Close-up of the groom
Wide shot of a couple standing outdoors in the lush green park. He wears a formal black tuxedo with a white shirt and black bow tie, complemented by a small boutonniere on his lapel. He has his arm around the woman, smiling warmly at the camera. The woman is wearing a sleeveless, long black gown with intricate details, including a deep V-neckline and lace accents. She smiles confidently, with bright red lipstick adding a pop of color.
Black-and-white image that captures the back view of the bride walking along a tree-lined path with two bridesmaids. The bride is in the center, wearing a long white wedding gown with a veil, and the bridesmaids, both in dark gowns, are walking alongside her, helping to hold up her dress as she walks. The bride wears high-heeled shoes, and her dress flows elegantly behind her. The tall, majestic trees arch overhead.
Wide shot of a beautifully decorated floral arch made of greenery and soft yellow and white flowers, positioned at the end of a grassy aisle. On either side of the aisle, rows of white folding chairs are neatly arranged and ready for guests. A large, overarching tree frames the scene, with its branches spreading overhead, adding a natural canopy to the ceremony space.
Close-up shot of the floral arch made of greenery and soft yellow and white flowers. In the background, more greenery and trees fill the space.
Candid moment of the flower girl smiling warmly, looking off to the side with a joyful expression. She is wearing a light-colored, floral-patterned dress. Her hair is pulled back into a ponytail. In the foreground is a large, out-of-focus bouquet, mostly orange and white, which slightly obscures part of the image.
Wide shot of the bride with her father, walking arm-in-arm. The bride is smiling warmly at him and has a surprised or humorous expression on his face.
The flower girl and the ring bearer walk down a grassy aisle towards the camera. The girl on the left is wearing a long white dress decorated with embroidered flowers and carrying a small basket of flowers. The boy to her right is wearing a black suit and bow tie, looking serious as they walk. In the background, guests are seated on white chairs, smiling and watching them.
Black-and-white image of the bride being escorted down the aisle by her father.
Wide shot of the bridesmaids standing in a line outdoors during the evening ceremony. Next to the arch, an officiant dressed in a tuxedo addresses the guests.
Wide shot of the ceremony with the focus on the bride gazing at the groom. The lighting from the arch adds a warm, magical glow to the scene, casting soft shadows. To the left, the bridesmaids stand in a row, holding bouquets and watching the ceremony.
Black-and-white wide shot of the couple triumphantly walking towards the camera, now newlyweds, walking hand-in-hand down the aisle. The bride holds her bouquet with a serene smile while the groom beams joyfully. They are walking together as a married couple, framed by the soft light behind them.
Black-and-white wide shot capturing the wedding reception outdoors at night, with a grand glass conservatory in the background, beautifully lit from within.
The happy couple smiling into the camera.
Close-up shot of a pyramid stack of champagne coupes filled with bubbly champagne.
Close-up shot of a small round table with two signature cocktails created just for the wedding. On the left, a warm glowing candle holder softly illuminates the scene. The drink on the left is in a tall flute (the French 85) filled with a light Gin and St. Germaine-focused golden-yellow drink, topped off with Prosecco and garnished with small delicate flowers. The drink on the right is in a short, round glass filled with Gin and Campari garnished with an orange slice entitled the “Ninagroni.” Below the glasses, a napkin features a printed illustration of a dog with the words "I do too! Love, Maya."
A party guest with a patterned, sequined gown standing by a large, elegant stone fountain at night. She holds a bright red cocktail in her hand and looks off to the side calmly and composedly. The background is dimly lit, with string lights creating a warm glow above, and guests can be seen mingling in the distance.
Close-up of a tablescape with an on-camera flash of a beautiful floral arrangement on a table featuring vibrant yellow and white flowers with some small purple and blue accents. Surrounding the flowers are small Diptyque votive candles, casting a warm glow across the table. A matchbox named "Nina & Russ" is also on the table.
Candid moment between the newlyweds as they share a dance. The bride laughs with her head tilted back while the groom holds her close, smiling and completely immersed in the moment.
Black-and-white capture of the bride and groom cutting their wedding cake. The bride displays a playful, exaggerated expression of excitement or surprise, adding a lighthearted tone to the moment, while the groom remains focused on the task of cutting the cake. The multi-tiered cake is elegantly decorated with flowers, and two champagne flutes are set on the table before them.
Black-and-white capture of the bride feeding the groom a bite of cake. It’s a joyful moment with a playful expression on the bride
Black-and-white candid of the couple during a lively, joyous moment during the wedding reception. The bride and groom laugh and dance together, appearing carefree and fully immersed in the celebration.
Candid photo of two bridesmaids caught in a moment of joy and carefree celebration on the dance floor. There is a motion blur in the image, which enhances the sense of movement and energy, reflecting the spontaneous, joyful atmosphere of the evening.
Another candid photo of two bridesmaids caught in a moment in a sort of motion blur.
Candid black and white photo of a joyful and lighthearted bride and groom dancing and celebrating under the grand glass ceiling. Still full of energy, the bride and groom lead the dance floor in a fun, spirited movement, surrounded by their guests.