February 21, 2011

Our Newest AZS Lead Photographer

We would like to officially welcome Sarah Jean to our staff of Lead Photographers! See her bio below and stay tuned for more of her work!




Sarah Jean - Lead Photographer -

My love for photography began with my passion for art as a child. Taking photographs, painting and drawing has always made me happy. I was artistic through high school and graduated in the National Art Honors Society. While I was in high school and college, where I received a BA in Psychology, I had worked at a childcare center. After 11 years of taking care of little ones, I got married to my wonderful husband Mike and had my own baby girl and decided that it was time for a change. I really wanted to find a career that I was passionate about and that would allow me to express myself creatively. I have always been interested in wedding planning so I started my journey with these two thoughts in mind.

I met Torri when she was photographing a wedding that I was in and we instantly became buddies. I asked her how she became a photographer and next thing I knew, a light bulb went on in my head and I told her that I woud be calling her soon! I bought a camera, took classes and let my creativity take off with photography. I practice on my daughter so much that one of her first words were, “CHEESE!!”

Torri introduced me to Anthony Ziccardi Studios where I met the crew. Everyone at the studio was so welcoming and friendly. I immediately saw how they connect with their brides and I knew this was where I wanted to be. After my first wedding I was high on life! I am so happy that I have found something that I absolutely love. I feel honored to work for such great people.

My favorite thing about being a wedding photographer is not just capturing image that reminds you of your wedding, but to capture images that remind you of the exact feeling you had at that exact beautiful moment.

Sincerely,

Sarah Jean – Lead Photographer

February 17, 2011

Melissa & Anthony January 8, 2011

Melissa and Anthony were our first wedding of 2011! Melissa is the sister of our videographer George! The wedding took place at the Hyatt on the Hudson overlooking the stunning NYC skyline! Melissa'a attention to detail really made this winter wonderland wedding truly memorable! She even hung one of each guest's wedding photos on the reception wall! What a great surprise for everyone to see when entering the reception room. The guests had a blast taking photos in our AZS Photobox! Enjoy checking out their wedding photos, photobooth fun, and engagement video by GSP... Melissa's wedding video coming soon.







Melissa + Tony's Engagement Biography from George Segale Productions on Vimeo.

February 1, 2011

Nicole & Steve January 16, 2011

It was a cold winter's day on January 16th. Just 1 day after an intense snow storm, the ground was still covered in snow. But nothing would put a stop to this fun-loving couple getting married. The ceremony and reception took place at "The Tides" in North Haledon, NJ. A classy reception hall with great food! And the guests spent the night on the dance floor enjoying the music and superb uplighting. For those of your thinking of adding uplighting to your wedding. Check out our photos... you'll see it is worth the extra money spent!

So again, congratulations to Nicole & Steve! We wish you only the best!