Elopement is often used to refer to a marriage conducted in sudden and secretive fashion, usually involving hurried flight away from one’s place of residence together with one’s beloved with the intention of getting married. Ryan and Janet were not in a hurry by any means but they certainly were secretive! NYC was the setting and The Red Stairs in Times Square was the venue. Ryan got set up on the stairs with the officiant and Janet walked to him with their little girl Maryn from her hotel with all of the eyes in Times Square on her. To say they got married in front of the whole world is not an understatement! We found ourselves competing with more cameras and iPhones than ever before. At first people weren’t sure if this was a real wedding but once the tears started flowing the crowds moved in. Janet and Ryan adore NYC so this moment was a dream come true. Some of the people watching were even crying, that’s how much love these two exude! After the ceremony and some make-up touch ups by Aline Sarkis we wandered around the city for photos. We hit some landmarks such as the LOVE statue and Rockefeller Center. We even had pizza at their favorite pizza joint for the reception! We hit Central Park during the magic hour to find a street performer for the couple’s first dance. Bethesda Fountain seemed like the perfect location considering how gorgeous and iconic it is to the city. Low and behold, below the terrace was a lone cellist. Ryan and Janet asked him to play a song for them to dance to and he obliged. It was the most beautiful end to a perfect day. It was so pretty that it looked like a scene out of a movie! We are so happy to have been asked to be a part of this day and now everybody knows! Janet and Ryan are married!
Makeup by Aline Sarkis Bridal Beauty
These are fantastic photos! What amazing keepsakes to treasure!
Congratulations Janet and Ryan! May you continue to have a joyful and blessed life together!
PS: The shot of Janet next to her bouquet is beautiful! You look stunning darling!