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Mandy + Jason, Engagement in Central Park

Amber — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 13:14:12 +0000

If there were a such thing as a muse couple, Mandy & Jason would be one of mine. It was inspiring to capture these two who were so comfortable being themselves in front of my camera. And the story of how they met is absolutely adorable. Mandy, the younger sister of Jason’s classmate, was visiting New York from Canada. Her brother charged Jason with showing Mandy around for a day. Little did he know his sister would spend the day falling in love. Shortly after, Jason flew to Toronto for their first date. And because they just KNEW, once he graduated, he moved to be with her.

I’m such a sucker for good love stories. If you were here with me now, you would see how just typing this one makes me cheese.

~AK

Lindsay + Brice, Engagement in the Military

Amber — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 14:32:07 +0000

Love finds you when you least expect it. Lindsay & Brice met in Pismo Beach, CA. Brice, originally from Missouri, was working there at the time and Lindsay happened to be visiting. She lived in Phoenix, AZ. After not being satisfied with long distance, he moved to be with her. And just a couple months ago, they were engaged.

Lindsay contacted me because at the last minute Brice was given an unexpected 4 day pass, which they planned to spend together in NYC. Brice is in the Military Police in the United States Army. A couple weeks ago, he deployed to Iraq, beginning a one year tour of duty.

I am honored that they chose me to capture their love at this time in their relationship. My gratitude is enormous for the men and women whose hearts lead them to serve. Thank you Brice for your courage and passion, and to your family for their strength.

Our session started in the heart of NYC, Times Square, and we walked to Central Park. Although, by the time we reached the park, it started to rain. It was a light rain but consistent, so we still got wet, and decided to end at the Columbus Circle Mall. Lindsay trooped it out and threw her hair into a ponytail. I love a girl who rolls with the punches.

~AK

Jenny + Andrew, a Central Park Engagement

Amber — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:06:07 +0000

I am sure someone out there is ready to report me to the general counsel of the world wide web for neglecting my blog for so long. My excuse is that I have been working on getting a new website and blog up for so long that I neglected to post. But on the positive side I am learning to make executive decisions!

This is just the beginning of a whole batch of new posts. To start with all my updates, I am introducing Jenny & Andrew’s engagement session at Central Park. Jenny’s green sweater is gorgeous against the backdrop of the the park. Many couples ask me about what to wear for their engagement session. Well, it’s up to you whether you would like to be dressy or casual, but either way make sure you dress like yourself. I really think Jenny & Andrew got it right. Oh and that’s Saddie, their Collie.

Stay tuned for the launch of my newly designed website.

~AK

John + Mary Engaged, Brooklyn Bridge

Amber — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 20:28:41 +0000

i ♥ allergy season for one reason only, and it has nothing to do with my puffy eyes. it’s a sign that summer is arriving. with the weather reaching 85+ in new york city, i can tell that this summer will be nothing short of amazing. and i can barely contain my excitement. you may see it peek once my alavert kicks in, and you will definitely see it when i talk about how happy i am with the outcome of john and mary’s engagement session.

a couple weeks ago when the first heat of summer reached new york city, i went out to the brooklyn bridge with john and mary to shoot their engagement session. they are definitely an affectionate couple, and i cannot thank you both enough for being so open and trusting with me.

i absolutely love these images! thanks, john and mary.

~AK