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Congratulations to Michaela & Graham Wright, who celebrated their beautiful wedding this past Saturday at Settles Hill Banquet & Events in Altamont! If you remember Mickey and Graham’s engagement session, you may already have an idea of what their wedding theme was going to be — a magical combination of The Lord of the Rings […]

There’s something so special about a small, intimate wedding, especially when you have a personal connection to the couple. I first met RJ way back in the day when Ken used to play in hockey tournaments in Lake Placid. So when a mutual friend reached out to ask if I was available to photograph RJ […]

A Heartfelt Winter Wedding at Excelsior Springs December 12, 2025, marked not just the final wedding of my year, but a truly special celebration close to my heart. Held at the beautiful Excelsior Springs Event Center in Saratoga, New York, this winter wedding was filled with family connections, laughter, and a touch of Christmas magic. […]

When I first spoke with Monina and Patrick on the phone a couple of weeks before their wedding, I immediately knew they were something special. They were so kind, genuine, and full of love — the kind of couple you can’t help but look forward to photographing. Their celebration took place at Juniper Springs in […]

Shaun & Julie | A Romantic Wedding at the Cheshire Rod and Gun Club There are weddings that stay with you long after you pack up your camera — the kind that remind you why you fell in love with photographing love stories in the first place. I met Shaun and Julie through their friends […]

There’s something incredibly special about photographing a love story that’s come full circle — and Crystal and Brad’s Juniper Springs Wedding Barn celebration in Saratoga County, NY was one of those unforgettable days. Their story is proof that true love always finds its way back, and their wedding day was filled with laughter, tears, and […]

A romantic, rustic wedding at Brookledge in Saratoga County featuring a woodland ceremony, canoe portraits, and cozy s’mores under the stars — captured by Upstate New York wedding photographer, Nicole April Photography

Simone and David’s Birch Hill Catering wedding in Schodack, NY was the perfect way to kick off my wedding season. From their beautiful outdoor ceremony overlooking the pond and fountain to the emotional parent dances later that evening, their day was filled with so many heartfelt moments. I’m so thankful every day that I get […]

There’s something about a fall wedding at River Stone Manor that never disappoints, and Sam and Steve’s beautiful day was no exception. As a River Stone Manor wedding photographer, I’ve had the opportunity to photograph several celebrations at this gorgeous Scotia, NY venue over the years, and it continues to be one of my favorite […]

Sara and Bryan celebrated their elegant wedding at The Desmond Hotel in Albany, NY. From the moment I arrived, these two were all smiles, surrounded by their family and friends and so excited to finally celebrate their marriage. Their wedding day began with one of my favorite moments – a private vow reading. Before all […]