[Wedding] Danielle & Matt – Pier 60 & The Lighthouse in Chelsea, NY

The forecast called for rain that day. Well, 50% chance of rain anyway. The cynical New Yorker in me had already pre-planned all the awesome indoor locations we were going to use for their wedding photos that afternoon, but the incorrigible, optimistic gambler in me viewed the glass as slightly more than half-full; there was always that slight chance we could have perfect, rain-free weather for the remainder of Danielle & Matt’s big day. And then of course, there was always the slight possibility these two love birds would agree to run around the wet, rainy, cobblestone streets of NYC’s West Side with yours truly – but I certainly wasn’t counting on it. As the wise Seneca once said, “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” My response? Turn EVERY POSSIBLE MOMENT into an opportunity. You’ll be surprised how “lucky” you may actually become.

Danielle and her girls got ready at her apartment near the Flatiron District, while Matt and his brother suited up near their final destination that evening: the spacious and modern Pier 60 & The Lighthouse in Chelsea.

It did end up raining a bit that day. But fortunately for us, the sun came out just in time for photos. Luck? Who needs it, especially when everything always seems to work itself out in the end? :)

View from an apartment in the Flatiron District. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Apartment decor. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding rings and shoes for a wedding at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding dress and bride prep for her wedding at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding rings and stationery for a wedding at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Groom preps for his wedding day at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Groom preps for his wedding day at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Bride and groom on the morning of their wedding at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Bride preps for her wedding at Pier 60 and the Light House. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Bridal prep at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Flower and ring boy for wedding ceremony at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Bride poses for her wedding photos at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Bride and groom wedding photos at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.First look on Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Bride and groom wedding photos at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Bride and groom wedding photos at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Bride and groom wedding photos behind a decorative curtain at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding decor at Pier 60 and the Light House. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Guests take a selfie during a wedding ceremony at Pier 60 and the Light House. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Father of the bride walks his daughter down the aisle during a wedding ceremony at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Father of the groom gives his daughter away during a wedding ceremony at Pier 60 and the Light House. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Father of the groom gives his daughter away during a wedding ceremony at Pier 60 and the Light House. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding ceremony at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding ceremony at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding ceremony at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Boy smiles for the camera during a wedding ceremony at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding ceremony at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding ceremony at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.First kiss during a wedding ceremony at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.View from the waterfront patio of Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding cocktail hour at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding cocktail hour at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding reception details at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding reception details at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding reception cake at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Bride and groom's first dance on their wedding night at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Bride and groom's first dance during a wedding reception at Pier 60 and the Light House. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Toasts during a wedding at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Guests dancing during a wedding reception at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Guests dancing during a wedding reception at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Guests dancing during a wedding reception at Pier 60 & The Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Cake cutting during a wedding reception at Pier 60 and the Light House. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding photo booth at Pier 60 and the Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding photo booth at Pier 60 and the Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding photo booth at Pier 60 and the Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding photo booth at Pier 60 and the Lighthouse. Captured by NYC wedding photographer Ben Lau.

Venue: Chelsea Pier Lighthouse // Catering: Abigail Kirsch // Hair: Carrie Hill // Make-up: Misha Shahzada // Dress: Romona Keveza // Shoes: Jimmy Choo // Groom’s attire: Custom // Jewelry: Groom and Parent’s present to the bride // Floral/Decor: Atlas Florist // Entertainment: Hank Lane – Karen Llyod Band // Stationery: Chick Invitations

Worried about looking awkward in your wedding photos?

Download my FREE posing guide today!

*all fields required

We hear the coffee's pretty good here :)

Northern NJ, NYC documentary Wedding Photographer, Educator & All-Around Nice Guy

#benlauphoto #momentsovermountains #loveislove

Follow me on the gram'