Corey Lamar

Fine Art Wedding photography

Corey Lamar

THE JOURNAL

Where there's beauty there's romance.

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I'm Corey and I'm so happy you're here. This blog a journal about the finer joys we invite into our lives. Grab a scotch or a fine wine and stay a  while!

Ceremony Details and Floral arrangements that hang from a ceiling fill the Battello Wedding Venue in Jersey City

Weddings

A Battello Wedding: A NYC Skyline Wedding at Battello in Jersey City

Say “I Do” at the Battello Wedding Venue Battello in Jersey City is a waterfront venue that hosts a view of the Manhattan skyline from it’s dockside patio. Aside from having a industrial-chic ambiance this stellar wedding venue boasts a mouth watering cuisine for an all inclusive for couples looking to tie the knot. From […]

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Proposal in Brooklyn Bridge Park. David Proposes w/ the Brooklyn Bridge in view.

Proposals

Brooklyn Bridge Proposal

Proposal at Brooklyn Bridge Park If you want a beautiful proposal, than look no further than proposing at Brooklyn Bridge Park, having the Brooklyn Bridge in the Background. There’s charm like no other just look how beautifully captured Dave & Ashlie’s Proposal came out! Brooklyn Bridge Park – A perfect setting for a beautiful Proposal […]

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Gantry State Park Plaza Proposal. John Proposing to Stacy w/ the New York City Skyline in the background.

Proposals

A New York Skyline Proposal: A NYC Proposal at Gantry Plaza Park

Proposal at Long Island City’s iconic Gantry Plaza Park Tucked away in outskirts of Long Island City is Gantry Plaza Park; perfect for a proposal! This beautiful not so hidden away gem is one you’ll fall in Love with. To this day it’s still one of my favorite places to go & not just for […]

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Man on bended knee, proposing. Woman expresses joyous excitement. Pier 17 Rooftop Proposal

Proposals

Proposal at The Greens: Pier 17 Rooftop Proposal

Experience Elliott’s stunning New York City marriage proposal to Janae at the The Greens Pier 17 Rooftop. The Greens at Pier 17 Rooftop already known for its skyline view made for a perfect backdrop, featuring the Brooklyn Bridge. What more can you ask for in a Proposal? For Elliott choosing The Greens was a perfect […]

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NY wedding planning guide

Wedding Planning

The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Planning in New York City

Wedding planning in New York is such an exciting and unforgettable experience for a couple! The city is filled with venues, vendors, and so many different options that it can be a little overwhelming to plan a wedding. Whether you’re from New York or planning the destination wedding of your dreams, this guide will help […]

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reasons you should have an engagement session

Engagements

Why Have an Engagement Photo Session

Congratulations! It’s official…you’re engaged! As you plan your wedding day, the two of you will be making countless decisions. One of the first things you will decide is whether or not you will have an engagement photo session. There are lots of reasons why couples choose to have an engagement session. Let’s talk about four […]

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Personal

Meet the Photographer: Get to Know Corey

Meet Corey Hello, and welcome to my corner of the world! I’m Corey, a Wedding photographer based in the New York City area, and I specialize in capturing the love and beauty in life’s special moments. Whether it’s a wedding day, proposal, or engagement session, I am dedicated to creating meaningful photographs that tell the […]

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new york wedding first look

Weddings

Should We Have a First Look on Our Wedding Day?

A Wedding Day First Look One of the most common questions I get as a wedding photographer is whether or not to do a first look on a wedding day. A first look can create a special, intimate moment between you and your partner prior to saying your wedding vows. What exactly is a first […]

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the foundry new york wedding venue

Weddings

The Foundry—New York Wedding Venue

New York Venue Highlight: The Foundry I’m so excited to share a wedding venue highlight with you today! New York is home to so many incredible venues, but The Foundry has to be at the top of the list. The interior of the building, located at 42-38 9th Street in Long Island City, NY, is […]

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plan a proposal with ring

Proposals

How to Plan a Marriage Proposal

Planning a proposal is one of the most exciting moments in a person’s life. You’ve met your perfect person, and it’s time to ask the question that will change the rest of your life — “Will you marry me?” You might be wondering how to make your proposal as personal and romantic as possible. How […]

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