Jacqueline & Steve (Easton, Pennsylvania)

If Jackie and Steve, both pharmacists, could bottle the chemistry between them they'd make millions!

This iconic image incorporating classical ionic columns was a perfect setting for the groom whose Greek ancestors came from Cyprus.

Jacqueline and Steve were married at Our Lady of Mercy Church on south side Easton, Pennsylvania.

The reception was held on Steve's grandmother's property in Palmer Township.

Steve's buddies surprised the couple with fireworks to end their wedding day.

Videography by: Deswert Productions Thanks Wayne!

DJ : Ricky Lee Kept everyone up and dancing!

Catering: Donna Burdi from Moscato's - Delicious, complex flavors and combinations....wow!

Hair by New Attitude Salon & Spa in Easton.

Engagement Photo Session in Alburtis, Pennsylvania

This past weekend was another fun photographic adventure with Nicole and Greg, two adorable high school sweethearts, who'll be getting married next year at the Brookside Country Club.

For most guys, coming to an engagement shoot is an act of faith.  I can guess how the conversation goes: "Honey, I don't know what I'm supposed to do but if you really want me to...I guess I will."  After explaining what I'm looking for, there's usually great relief and an exclamation of "Oh, so you want us to ignore you!?" After that it's easy, because I've always felt that authentic interactions and emotions make the best photographs.

A Cavallo's Wedding Feast in Easton, PA

Meryl and Lee were married in the presence of family and friends by Allentown's Mayor Ed Pawlowski at Cavallo's in Easton.  Wedding guests were treated to a unique "slow food" culinary adventure orchestrated by accomplished chef Shirley Cavallo.  Guests enjoy food that is local, organic, free-range and made from scratch.  Cavallo's has been a well-kept secret in the Lehigh Valley for thirty years and is situated on 100 acres along Delaware Drive just outside of Easton. Here is a NY Times Review of Cavallo's.

Hair and Makeup by Bodacious
Dress by Nicole Miller
Flowers by Something Unique Boutique  610-863-5876
DJ: Wesley Works
Wedding Favors by La Dolce Vita 

Bossert Baby Bonnet: Newborn Baby Photo Session

When this sweet 14-day old infant floated into my studio on the arm of her daddy, sporting a Nancy Bossert original, I knew she'd steal my heart.  She was pretty patient with us.  The infant-adult ratio was just about right...one infant to three adults.  After years of experience I know babies can't be rushed and that keeping the studio toasty for her comfort is a top priority.

Here are a few photos from this week's session:

You can find Nancy's hats at Connexions Gallery in Easton or Mixed Bag in Bethlehem.

Zoe Keating at Le Poisson Rouge on Bleecker Street

It was pouring buckets Sunday night but inside Le Poisson Rouge, cellist Zoe Keating's rare appearance on the East Coast packed the house.

Her mesmerizing compositions of looping and layered musical textures for electric cello kept us all transfixed. "Escape Artist" and "Optimist" from her newest album, Into the Trees, were among my favorites. At the end, she played an improvisational duet with the opening performer, the wonderful violinist Todd Reynolds, a longtime member of Bang On A Can, Steve Reich and Musicians and an early member of Yo-Yo Ma’s Silk Road Project.  The concert was live web-cast by Q2 and tweeted by @Q2music and @wnycradiolab. 

 

Wedding Planning Mobile Apps!

For the digitally organized bride, check out some new mobile apps for your Android, iPad, Blackberry and more.  Get control of your wedding planning! Use them at this weekend's bridal show (March 5th from 11am-4pm) at the Reading, PA Goggleworks Center for the Arts.  Visit my booth to chat and register for a chance to win a free engagement photo session.

Reading's Goggleworks presents "Art of the Wedding! A unique Bridal Experience"

The Goggleworks Center for the Arts in Reading, PA will be hosting

"Art of the Wedding; A unique Bridal Show experience"

on Sunday March 5 from 11AM until 4PM.

Please stop by my booth to say hello and 

register to win a free engagement photo session!

My Latest Book: Mountain Springs Lake Resort

Mountain Springs Lake Resort - Images by Armen Elliott Photography 
Sage and Dennis had a very beautiful autumn wedding in the
 Poconos and I couldn't resist creating a book about it!

Win a free wedding at Woodstone Country Club- Feb 5 & 6th !!!

Woodstone Country Club will be having its annual Bridal Show on February 5th and 6th from 12 noon until 4PM.  Please stop by my booth to say hi and see sample albums and don't forget to register to win a free wedding!!!  Admission is free to brides and their guests who pre-register...Here's the link: Woodstone 2011 Bridal Show  Good Luck!

Winter Wedding at The Stroudsmoor Inn

It must have been the luck of the Irish that was responsible for dodging the winter storms that arrived just days before and after Jim and Laura's wedding in the Poconos.

After their ceremony at St. Anthony's in Easton and a visit to Porter's Pub, they made their way through the lovely wintery landscape best admired from inside Woodsgate's windows. 

 With fireplaces aglow.... good food and music, the dancing and merriment continued long into the night with many guests staying overnight.

Dress from Bridals by Sandra (Thank you, Marianne!!!!)

Flowers by Bloomies

Hair by Apotheca Salon

Bagpiping by James

Adamo Limousine (Thank you George)

Armen Elliott Photography Awarded "Best of Weddings 2011" by The Knot!

What a great way to start the New Year: The Knot chose me as a top wedding professional in "Best of Weddings 2011"!  A special thanks to my awesome brides, without their lovely reviews this wouldn't have been possible.  Making them happy is what makes me happy!!! 

Click here to read the rave reviews!