Elopement in New York
With New York City’s seemingly endless options of sites to hold your ceremony and atmospheric locations for post-wedding photos, you’ll be nearly starstruck by the number of possibilities to shape your wedding.
I’ve been photographing New York City elopements since 2010 and my experience has given me a keen insight into the best spots for creating a dazzling experience. From City Hall weddings to ceremonies in Brooklyn set against NYC’s iconic skyline to Central Park elopements, I’ll help you select the perfect locations for your elopement.
Elopement Photographer NYC
Prices Start from $495
Check availabilityFirst I’ll help you find the best location for your wedding, assist you with planning, and if needed, help in finding an officiant, musicians, and decorations. (I can even be your witness if needed).
After the wedding, that very same night, I’ll send you a few pictures to share with your friends and family with the rest of the photos being ready in just 2 days.
Elopement Videographer NYC
Prices Start from $695
Check availabilityOnce we’re set with the idea and location, I’ll create a map of the elopement spot and give you insights you need to know. On the day of your ceremony, I’ll be taking a video of you in an engagement style to create a true story-like feel.
Wedding Planning
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I work together with a professional wedding planner to help refine the details of your day and make your proposal one that’s truly unforgettable. We offer the following and more:
- Unique proposal ideas
- Assistance with planning and timing your day
- Bespoke plans for your big day
- Decorations, direct from our studio
- Live musicians
- Venue rental in NYC, including private rooftops with breathtaking views
About Me
Vlad Leto
Vlad has also been profiled in Business Insider, Cosmopolitan, the New York Times,
Euro New and other US and international publications.
Since 2010 he’s been making photographic magic in NYC.
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FAQ
Definitely. I have a creative team behind me, including a proposal planner, to help build the perfect proposal for your partner. Just send me a message and we can pencil in a chat.
Yes, definitely! In fact, I think it’s necessary to have the proposal not only photographed but also filmed. Video gives a wonderfully rounded perspective to your proposal that perfectly complements the photography.
I shot and edited my first marriage proposal video in the summer of 2015 using two cameras and a drone. The video was published online and quickly went viral: it became one of the ‘Best Proposal Videos of 2015,’ awarded by HowHeAsked.com, one of the most popular wedding proposal websites around. I have plenty of film package options available to suit all budgets. Just send me a message with your ideas and I’ll get back to you with some suggestions.
Certainly. If you are in New York, you can come and meet me in my studio or in a spot of your choosing in the city. If you are not in NYC, we can schedule a Skype call or telephone conversation; my number is +1(929) 600-1664.
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Elope in NYC
Not only is NYC one of the greatest cities in the world, it’s one of the most romantic. And because of this, more and more people are coming here every year to plan their wedding.
But sometimes a couple doesn’t have many guests – or even any at all. They want the big day to be only about them. And that’s when the private beauty of the elopement comes in.
Best of all, planning and having an elopement in New York is easy. All you need to do is find the right place and an officiant. And when you work with me I can help you with all of this.
NYC Elopement Ideas
To help you envision where your elopement could take place, here’s 3 of the most popular ideas in New York:
1) City Hall. City Hall is located in downtown Manhattan, and it’s very simple. You go there, wait in line for about an hour, and after a quick proceeding you’re married.
2) Central Park. One of the most beautiful parks in the world, getting married in Central Park is always a great idea. Here’s a link where you can discover more info about Elopement in Central Park (link).
3) Brooklyn Bridge Park. The park offers fantastic views of both the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridge, and afterwards you can celebrate in one of Brooklyn’s great restorations.
Places To Elope in NYC
NYC has fantastic places to elope. If you like the idea of being a bit in the public eye, there’s the lush green, Romanesque beauty of Central park, the modern, aerial trendiness of High Line Park or you could go with the majestic vistas of Brooklyn Bridge Park (epic views of BOTH the Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan Bridge can be captured here).
If you’re interested in an elopement package, I’ll put an amazing one together for you.
I work with a wedding planner and we offer beautifully organized packages to elope in NYC. We’ll take care of all the crucial details including: private rooftops, restaurants, decorations, musicians, officiants, and of course, photography and video.
In fact, we only work with the best – so you can be sure your elopement is going to be phenomenal. Contact me for more information about finding you the perfect NYC elopement package.
City Hall Wedding Photography
I love City Hall for so many reasons. It’s in the heart of New York City, and it’s incredibly romantic. City Hall gives you all the charm and atmosphere of New York, and all the privacy away from the city’s hustle and bustle for when you actually say ‘I do.’ It’s also one of the most iconic landmarks in NYC, and Brooklyn Bridge is located just a few minutes away. So after your City Hall wedding ceremony, we can always continue our photo shoot there. Or we can take a cab and take pictures in Central Park or any other place in NYC.
I have a great deal of experience in photographing couples who choose to marry in City Hall.
NYC Elopement Packages
If you’re interested in an elopement package, I’ll put an amazing one together for you.
I work with a wedding planner and we offer beautifully organized packages to elope in NYC. We’ll take care of all the crucial details including: private rooftops, restaurants, decorations, musicians, officiants, and of course, photography and video.
In fact, we only work with the best – so you can be sure your elopement is going to be phenomenal. Contact me for more information about finding you the perfect NYC elopement package.
NYC Elopement Photographer
With over 15 years’ experience in wedding photography, I offer my clients a personalized approach to coming up with the best elopement ideas and performing the perfect photoshoot. I’ve worked in most wedding venues in New York (I can also be a witness for the ceremony if needed), and whether it’s a small wedding ceremony in an NYC courthouse or a micro-wedding on a private rooftop, I’ll use my experience, expertise, and artistry to perfectly capture your amazing day.
Central Park Wedding Photography
The first time I saw Central Park, the place really took my breath away. To have such a peaceful, green haven in the middle of one of the world’s most fast-paced cities is a gift. Whenever I need photographic inspiration that doesn’t involve city architecture, Central Park is where I go. Some people think that Central Park proposals are cliché. This is a mistake: spanning from 59th to 110th, the park offers all sorts of fields, groves, lakes, walks, landmarks and outlook points, all of which have the power to tell your unique romantic story.
For the perfect Central Park engagement or wedding, tell me more about yourself and your partner, and I will help you find the spot that will suit your personalities and relationship.
Same Sex Wedding
I am an LGBT-friendly wedding photographer and videographer, and love helping LGBT couples have the wedding of their dreams. A number of my couples have been from the LGBT community, and I count many of their weddings among the highlights of my job. Contact me for advice and thoughts on how to pull off an amazing LGBT wedding. I’d love to help you create the perfect day for you and your partner.