Ela and Mark go together perfectly. When you are with them it is clear to see that they completely in love. It almost feels as if they have always been together, because they mesh so well. Ela and Mark met through a mutual friend but also had psychology class together in college. Since then, they not only fell in love but their love grew into something special. One night Mark took Ela out to her favorite restaurant. After dinner they strolled through Hoboken’s Sinatra Park, found a romantic spot with the view of the New York City skyline, and Mark got down and one knee and popped the question! Of course, Ela said yes! And now Ela and Mark are married! We are honored to have photographed such a beautiful and joyful couple as they celebrate their marriage with all those that they love. Congratulations Ela and Mark!
*Carolyn
Venue: David’s Country Inn Florals: Brandywine Floral Design
Portrait Location: Van Vleck House & Gardens Hair & Makeup: Kristin McAvoy, Pin it Up Bridal
Ceremony: St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Church Groom & Groomsmen Tuxedos: Joseph A. Bank
Bridal Gown Designer: Watters Cake Designer: Palermo Bakery
Bridesmaids Dress Designer: Impression DJ: DJ Andrzej Kopacz
Mark and his groomsmen were relaxed and enjoying themselves with a celebratory drink.
Mark looked sharp in his Joseph A. Bank tuxedo.
Ela’s Watters gown was exquisite.
Ela wore her mother’s ring in addition to her own engagement ring.
Kristin McAvoy from Pin it Up Bridal had Ela looking and feeling her most beautiful and confident.
Ela, what a beautiful bride you are!
Ela and Mark’s sweet little girls gave their mommy kisses and love.
This group of friends is made up of such lovely women. The fall florals were created by Brandywine Floral Design.
Ela’s bridesmaids were just beautiful their Impression dresses.
Before leaving for the church, Ela’s mother gave her a traditional blessing. A very emotional moment for them both.
Ela and Mark’s youngest daughter stole the show for a moment when she ran out and danced in the middle of the aisle. She is too cute!
It’s official!!
After the ceremony, we stopped at Van Vleck House & Gardens in Montclair, NJ on our way to the reception.
Ela was a radiant bride.
So in love.
They are so sweet together. Really, Ela and Mark were so romantic with each other at every moment through out their wedding day.
David’s Country Inn were wonderful hosts for Ela and Mark’s reception.
Palermo Bakery created a beautiful and delicious cake for Ela and Mark.
Ela and Mark celebrated their heritage with Polish and Ukrainian traditions.
The first dance.
Mark’s Best Man and Ela’s Maid of Honor congratulated and honored them both eloquently.
DJ Andrzej Kopacz had the dance floor full all night.
In keeping with Ukrainian tradition, the guests formed a circle while they took turns doing the craziest dancing they could right in the middle.
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Oksana - Congrats Mark & Ela! Gorgeous wedding and couple and daughter!
Great photographer too!
Oksana
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