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Embracing all of the goodness of Hannah & Bobbi’s queer NYC elopement at Brooklyn Borough City Hall by NYC Elopement Photographer, Kara McCurdy Photography

August 18, 2025

A Queer NYC Elopement at Brooklyn City Hall

What started as a quiet City Hall wedding turned into a viral internet moment. Here’s how my photos of NYC’s next mayor made it into The Cut.

May 20, 2025

From City Hall to The Cut: Photographing Zohran Mamdani’s Elopement

When it comes to celebrating love in the heart of New York City, few stories resonate quite like that of Joseph and Akai. Their elopement day was not just a wedding; it was a heartfelt journey that exemplified the essence of doing what truly matters. As a wedding photographer, capturing this day was incredibly special. It was a beautiful reminder of why I love to document love stories—because they are as unique as the couples themselves!

December 10, 2024

A Sunday Elopement in Brooklyn | Joseph + Akai

Rupom and Mahbuba’s engagement session was a delightful reminder of how love flourishes in the ordinary. It was all about them, enjoying each other’s company in a city that never sleeps but occasionally stops to appreciate the simple joys of life.

December 10, 2024

A Coffee Date at the Bookstore | Rupom + Mahbuba

Wil and Caelan’s Manhattan City Hall elopement was the definition of laid-back, chill, and sweet. With a love story straight out of a rom-com, their relationship was that “will they, won’t they” kind of romance. And just like in Taylor Swift’s words, theirs is an invisible string type of love—destined to be together no matter the twists and turns. Their wedding was a two-day celebration, starting with a simple, intimate City Hall elopement followed by candle-making, ice cream, and exploring the streets of Chinatown. Day two was dedicated to honoring their Filipino heritage with a larger celebration filled with family, tradition, and love.

October 7, 2024

New York City Hall Elopement | Wil + Caelan

Natasha and Bryan’s engagement session at Carl Schurz Park was the epitome of a New York City romance. With the crisp fall air and the golden light of the Upper East Side, it felt like a magical third date you hope never ends.

October 7, 2024

Enchanted Garden Engagement Photos | Natasha + Bryan

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