Kristy May Photography | New York City and Long Island Wedding Photographer

Life with Josephine, WeDo NYC

Kristy — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:45:03 +0000

The official announcement

Wow, sometimes it is still hard to believe I am a mom! It has been almost 8 weeks since Josephine arrived. It is so hard but all worth it when she smiles, laughs, and even farts her little head off! We are truly smitten with her. In the last few weeks, we have been able to get out of the house a bunch and meet-up with other moms in the neighborhood and even venture into Manhattan for a playmate / photo shoot with an October 2009 bride of mine and her new daughter Meghan! (Pictures from that shoot to come!) I love wearing her in a wrap and she usually falls asleep pretty quick. (She is in it right now, looking so peaceful!)

I’m also excited to have been accepted into WeDo, a new networking group of wedding vendors in New York. The first meeting of the new year is next week and I’m in the process of finding a sitter. Almost wish I could just take her with me, but that might be a little unprofessional. :)

Here are just a few images from the first 8 weeks.

Lizzie and Alex: Terrell House

Kristy — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 18:00:37 +0000

When I found out back in March that we’d be expecting in December, I knew that there were some weddings I’d be unable to photograph. Luckily, my good friend and fellow wedding photographer Tory Williams agreed to fly to New Orleans and photograph Lizzie and Alex’s wedding! I had a blast editing and processing the whole day, so many good ones to choose from. I’m still bummed I couldn’t make it, I mean, check out all the pretty details and general loveliness below! Tory and Victoria, who also ran the photo booth, did a great job and I’m so happy everything worked out. Lizzie and Alex, I wish you both all the best!

Ceremony and Reception – Terrell House
Florist – Linda O’Brien (Terrell House)
Music – Brent Rose Trio, Young Pinstripes Brass Band & Mardi Gras Indians
Cake – Linda O’Brien (Terrell House)
Dress – Jenny Packham
Shoes – Seychelles
Bridesmaids Dresses – individually selected
Photographer – Tory Williams
Second Photographer, Photo Booth – Victoria Pisarello

Kristi and Cale: Columns Hotel, New Orleans

Kristy — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 18:00:44 +0000

Kristi and Cale have a flair for the dramatic, as seen in their fun engagement shoot awhile back. Looking to make a dramatic entrance to the wedding, Kristi decided to hitch a ride in on a street car. Unluckily, the RTA is not one for sticking to a schedule! After waiting awhile, she had to abort that mission, but I totally give her props for trying it! (Might I suggest to the bride looking to do this, I’d rent one to guarantee on time arrival.) But she and Cale took things in stride, laughing as not one, but 3 street cars passed during the ceremony! All in all, everyone had a fantastic time, and it was great to see some of my Gamma Phi Beta sisters. And thanks for the two fleur de lis wine glass favors, they somehow made it back to NY intact!

Ceremony and Reception – Columns Hotel
Planner – Forescene Events, Reagan Sidney
Cake – Haydel’s
Shoes – Christian Louboutin
Second Photographer – Victoria Pisarello

Shelley and Todd: Audubon Tea Room, New Orleans

Kristy — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:00:28 +0000

I’ve known Shelley since she was, well, a baby! I first met her older sister Robin when I was 4 and we lived in the same neighborhood. Many living room plays, family vacations, and other milestones later, it is wonderful to see her grown-up and find such a great guy. It was such an honor to be there behind the scenes for their wonderful wedding. Todd is a lucky guy for sure!

Ceremony and Reception – Audubon Tea Room
Getting Ready – Westin, Canal Place
Florist -The Plant Gallery
Band -Mojeaux
Cake – The Little Pastry Shoppe
Dress – Paloma Blanca
Shoes – Kate Spade
Bridesmaids Dresses – Alvina Valenta
Second Photographer – Victoria Pisarello

Natalie + Ryan: Board of Trade, New Orleans

Kristy — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 18:00:24 +0000

When Natalie and I first met for drinks last February in New York, neither of us could have predicted the physical changes we’d have to deal with on her wedding – Natalie was on crutches following knee surgery and I was 8 months pregnant! Needless to say, everything went well and Natalie and Ryan had a beautiful and fun day. I just love the unique hankies she found for each guest to use during the second line, and the robes from Plum Pretty Sugar.

Ceremony and Reception – Board of Trade
Getting Ready and First Look – Windsor Court Hotel
Planner – Allison Hoffman
Florist – Meade Wenzel
Band – Mojeaux
Cake – Melissa’s Sweet Pastries
Dress – Amsale
Shoes – Alexander Wang
Bridesmaids Dresses – individually selected
Belt, Jewelry – Reem Acra, Erickson Beamon
Robes – Plum Pretty Sugar
Second Photographer – Victoria Pisarello

2012: New Year, New Life

Kristy — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 22:15:42 +0000

Last January 1 I had no idea I’d become a mother in 2011. That was the biggest change for me this past year and I’m still adjusting to the idea that I have a daughter! I’m sure 2012 will have plenty of changes and surprises in store for us, personally and professionally, but I know it will all be sweeter because Josephine is in our lives. Somehow I will figure out how to run a business from home, take care of her and still make dinner. (I love to cook!) And hopefully still get to do some of the other things I like to do as well.

Professionally, I’m shifting my focus to weddings in the New York area. While I have loved returning to my hometown so frequently, having a kid will make that much harder. Not to say I won’t do weddings in New Orleans, but I imagine it will be less frequent. I’ve also been flirting with the idea of adding children’s photography to my business as well. (I always said I wouldn’t do that until I had one of my own!) We shall see what 2012 has in store!

For now, I am looking forward to photographing my first post-pregnancy wedding in February in New Orleans during Mardi Gras!

It’s a Girl! Josephine May Chatelain

Kristy — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 22:57:56 +0000

Josephine May Chatelain
12/5/2011 at 10:47 am
7 pounds 8 ounces 19.5 inches

Our Christmas present came a little early this year! It has been a wonderful holiday season getting acquainted with our little girl and spending time with family and friends. Josephine is named for her great, great great, and great great great grandmothers! And also to honor her late paternal grandfather, whose middle name is Joseph.

Perrie + Adam : Bowery Hotel Wedding New York

Kristy — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 21:18:58 +0000

Perrie and Adam were all set for a lovely late summer wedding at the Bowery Hotel in Manhattan this past August, only mother nature had other plans. As Hurricane Irene barreled up the East Coast, I couldn’t believe it! I’m no stranger to hurricanes, but New York, really??? The call to postpone the wedding was made the day before and I was just so lucky it was rescheduled for October 15, the only fall date I had open! I guess sometimes things just work out in the end. Perrie and Adam got to take their honeymoon to Greece before their wedding and the new wedding day had prefect weather and lots of fun!

Ceremony and Reception – Bowery Hotel
Planner – Rebecca Joyce of Just About Married
Dress – BCBG Max Azria
Programs – Documents and Designs
Placecards – Painting – Jenna Samotin, Calligraphy by Annette Milano
Flowers – Superior Florist
Cake – Sugar Couture
DJ – Oren J. (DJ Silver Medallion)
Photography – Kristy May and Miho Aikawa

Karla + Abby: Inn on Bourbon and Muriel’s New Orleans Wedding

Kristy — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:00:46 +0000

Karla and Abby had a very New Orleans style destination wedding for about 50 of their closest family and friends. It was such a fun wedding and I know the brides attention to details – from their custom luggage tags, to the beads, masks, glow sticks for real Mardi Gras like party at their reception – was well worth the effort. Everyone had a great time and I’m so happy for the couple. (And I’m so happy I could keep up with them during the second line despite being about 8 months pregnant! :)

It was so lovely for me to get a chance to indulge in Muriel’s fare as well, from the shrimp crepes to the stuffed fish entree, it was a real treat. (Feed your photographers people!!! We really appreciate it. And Muriel’s staff was especially helpful to me as well. :) The doberge wedding cake was a fantastic finish. But it didn’t stop there. The favors made by a friend were handmade chocolate truffles, with tasty centers including peanut butter and jelly.

Thanks Karla and Abby!!!!

Ceremony – Inn on Bourbon Courtyard
Reception – Muriel’s
Second Line Band – Jaywalkers
DJ – Paul Bealer of Bayou Mobile Sound
Cake – Debbie Does Doberge
Florist – Made their own boquets!
Favors – Chocolates by Nika Yazdani
Photography – Kristy May and Sophie Borazanian

Holiday Deadline: 12/1

Kristy — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 20:11:48 +0000

Just an early reminder, holiday print orders will be due by 12/1 to guarantee delivery in time. Our baby is due on 12/7 so I want to make sure I’ll have time to fulfill orders no matter when he or she decides to come! After that date, please email to see what the estimate turn around time will be. Thanks!!