Seth Kaye Photography » Western Mass, Berkshires, Boston, Hartford, Providence, Northampton, Springfield, New England Wedding Photographer

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  • Seth Kaye is a multiple award winning documentary photographer whom the Valley Advocate has called “one of the best wedding photojournalists in New England.” His years of experience as a photojournalist, combined with an academic background in the fine arts, make him uniquely qualified to document weddings in an unobtrusive, respectful fashion.

    Seth’s narrative photographic style reflects a philosophy in which the photographer observes rather than directs, where real moments are free from manipulation and interference. His work belongs to a tradition of photography which relies on seeing and understanding the significance of the moment, and capturing it.

Chez Josef Bridal Portraits

Chez Josef Tivoli Room Bridal Portraits

I was recently asked to make some bridal portraits in the newly remodeled Chez Josef in Agawam. They were understandably proud of their facelift and wanted so show it off with the help of some local vendors. After a couple of planning sessions the lineup was decided upon and a date for the photoshoot was set. We spent the day at the venue with a couple of great models making lots and lots of photos. I’ve posted some of my favorites here and you can see more in this Facebook gallery.

Models: Leona Francis + Kimberly Jeffers
Location: Chez Josef
Hair + Makeup: Crystal Vasquez & Company
Dresses: Bancroft Bridals
Flowers: Durocher Florist
Uplighting: CJC Event Lighting

Chez Josef Tivoli Room Bridal Portraits

Chez Josef Tivoli Room Bridal Portraits

Chez Josef Tivoli Room Bridal Portraits
Chez Josef Tivoli Room Bridal Portraits
Chez Josef Tivoli Room Bridal Portraits
Chez Josef Tivoli Room Bridal Portraits
Chez Josef Tivoli Room Bridal Portraits
Chez Josef Tivoli Room Bridal Portraits
Chez Josef Tivoli Room Bridal Portraits
Chez Josef Tivoli Room Bridal Portraits

Neil van Niekerk - May 15, 2013 - 11:15 am

Seth .. nice clean lighting. And your compositions are perfect. Nice work!

Eliza and Josh’s Winter Wedding at the Riverview in Simsbury

Winter Wedding Riverview Simsbury

Eliza and Josh had a winter wedding day surrounded by friends and family. We started off photographing them getting ready for their big day and then moved on to The Riverview for their ceremony and reception. Nino’s Disk Jockey Service provided entertainment during the reception that kept the crowd moving, and uplighting that always helps out the photographs.

Here are some photos from the day…

Winter Wedding Riverview Simsbury

Eliza had her grandmother’s ring given to her earlier in the day.

Winter Wedding Simsbury Riverview

Saying goodbye before heading off to get married.

Winter Wedding Simsbury Riverview

Eliza amusing herself with a window portrait in the limo.

Riverview Simsbury Winter Wedding

 Some details from the day. (Photos by Seth and Lesley.)

Riverview Simsbury Winter Wedding

 Josh and others lined up before the ceremony. (Photo by Lesley Arak for Seth Kaye Photography.)

Simsbury Riverview Winter Wedding

A view of the ceremony from the back of the Riverview.

Simsbury Riverview Winter Wedding

The first dance shown in the Riverview’s very reflective floor. (Photo by Lesley Arak for Seth Kaye Photography.)

Riverview Winter Wedding Simsbury

There was a lot of dancing that night at the reception. (Photos by Seth and Lesley.)

Riverview Winter Wedding Simsbury

Josh sneaking a taste of the cake.

Simsbury Winter Wedding Riverview

Eliza and Josh’s parent dances. (Photos by Seth and Lesley.)

Simsbury Winter Wedding Riverview

Josh showed some surprise at events going on just off camera.

Riverview Winter Simsbury Wedding

Much more dancing. (Photos by Seth and Lesley.)

Riverview Winter Simsbury Wedding

Josh and Eliza made faces at each other on the dancefloor.

Wedding Riverview Simsbury Winter

Eliza and her bridesmaids getting their groove on.

Wedding Riverview Simsbury Winter

The rings on Eliza and Josh’s sonogram.

Sarah and Michael’s Winter Wedding at Harrington Farm

winter wedding Harrington Farm Princeton

Sarah and Michael were high school sweethearts, and after 13 years together said I Do. They planned a wedding day filled with details, with photos from throughout their lives on display in imaginative ways nearly everywhere. The weather cooperated for some great sunset portraits, and while it the ground was covered with snow it wasn’t too cold outside to spend a few minutes capturing some of those great sunset colors.

Sarah and Michael had help on their day from…

Ceremony and Reception Venue : Harrington Farm
Sarah’s Dress : Bridal Corner
DJ : Greg Bedard
Flowers : Kathy’s Flowers
Cake : Enchanted Wedding Cakes

Here are some photos from the day…

winter wedding Harrington Farm Princeton

Sarah showing patience and restraint after being helped into her dress.

winter wedding Harrington Farm Princeton

Lots of laughter in the bridal suite that afternoon.

winter wedding Princeton Harrington Farm

Some details from the day.

winter wedding Princeton Harrington Farm

It was too warm in the bridal suite so Sarah patiently waited for the first look in the cooler room across the hall.

winter wedding Princeton Harrington Farm

Post-first look nose rubbing.

Harrington Farm winter wedding Princeton

Michael’s sister was all excited when she saw her brother dressed up for his wedding.

Harrington Farm winter wedding Princeton

A view of the ceremony from the rear of the venue.

Harrington Farm winter wedding Princeton

Sarah and Michael shared a few happy and laugh-filled moments alone before the wedding party and parents joined them after the ceremony.

Harrington Farm Princeton winter wedding

Some additional details from the day.

Harrington Farm Princeton winter wedding

The first dance.

Harrington Farm Princeton winter wedding

All smiles during the cake cutting.

Princeton Harrington Farm winter wedding

Even more details!

Princeton Harrington Farm winter wedding

Sarah and her mom getting their groove on.

Princeton Harrington Farm winter wedding

There were a lot of great dance moves on display all night long.

Princeton winter wedding Harrington Farm

A slower dance toward the end of the night.

Princeton winter wedding Harrington Farm

Michael high-fived his buddies at the conclusion of the reception.

Princeton winter wedding Harrington Farm

The rings.

Michele and Jacob’s Chez Josef Wedding

Chez Josef Jewish Wedding

Michele and Jacob came to the area from California to share their wedding day with family and friends. Their day was filled with tradition and love, and a bit of joking around from their friends.

They had help on their day from…

Ceremony and Reception Venue : Chez Josef
Flowers : Durocher Florist
Band : Big City Band
Michele’s Dress : Miosa Bride

Here are some photos from the day…

Chez Josef Wedding Jewish

Michele knocked gently on the door so she could start getting ready.

Jewish Wedding Chez Josef

Some guests checked out the cake and place settings before the ceremony.

Wedding Jewish Chez Josef

Thieir friend went in over the Rabbi to get his own shot of the ketubah. (Photo by Lesley Arak for Seth Kaye Photography.)

Jewish Chez Josef Wedding

Michele sees Jacob for the first time that day. (Photo by Lesley Arak for Seth Kaye Photography.)

Wedding Chez Josef Jewish

Jacob getting his first look at Michele in her dress.

Chez Josef Jewish Wedding

The veil going on in the bridal suite.

Chez Josef Wedding Jewish

Michele looked at Jacob with much love before the ceremony.

Jewish Wedding Chez Josef

Waiting for the ceremony to begin.

Wedding Jewish Chez Josef

The happy couple at the conclusion of the ceremony.

Jewish Chez Josef Wedding

Some details from throughout the day. (Photos by Seth + Lesley.)

Wedding Chez Josef Jewish

Michele and Jacob being held aloft during the hora.

Jewish Wedding Chez Josef

The flower girls tried to sneak a bit of frosting before the cake cutting.

Jewish Chez Josef Wedding

Rockin’ out with the band.

Chez Josef Jewish Wedding

The rings nestled within the bouquet.