Announcement

We are very happy to announce that our son Chris, who was living in South America, has come for good to the US and will be joining our team. He will bring new ideas and help us expand our business, he has extensive experience in businesses and PR. Yesterday he assisted Al as he was shooting an engagement session in Hoboken.

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Al, Ida, Chris and Emily

Al Ojeda Photography – New Jersey Wedding Photographers – Also Serving NY, CT and East PA – Destination Weddings

Contact: ida@alojeda.com – 908 240 3240

SOS… what to wear for an e-session

Looking like you belong together is much more important than forcing a perfectly matching appearance. Wear your regular stuff, things that represent who you are and make you feel comfortable… You can bring something easy to change in the go to have a wider variety of pics taken (we can carry them during the photo-shot).

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"Al Ojeda Photography - NJ Wedding Photographer"

Nice base colors are greens, blues, turquoise & blacks. Accents with more dominant colors like pink or red are great, but we recommend not using them as main colors as they tend to be too dominant (sample in first photo with the pink collar accent). Try keeping within a few colors that go well together (we suggest 3 colors, 2 is good, but no more than 4). It is fair to say it’s good to stay away from distracting patterns, couples should be the main focus. The matching style can be seen on the photo below.

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Now that you know the basics:

  • Relax and have fun during your engagement session!
  • Remember girls, make-up is good for photos…
  • For some helpful posing tips, click here
  • Props are great for fun pics…

Al Ojeda Photography – New Jersey Wedding Photographers – Also Serving NY, CT and East PA – Destination Weddings

Contact: ida@alojeda.com – 908 240 3240

Double Tree by Hilton Wedding Photos – Part1

Catching up with posts, here is part 1 Lauren & Mike’s big day. Starting up with her getting ready photos….

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"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Double Tree Hilton wedding photos"

"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Double Tree Hilton wedding photos"

Laid-back style wedding party photos

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"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Double Tree Hilton wedding photos"

Ceremony photos…

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Details in blue…

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Candid portratits…

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"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Double Tree Hilton wedding photos"

It was a rainy day, but we managed to get a lot of photos inside the renovated venue. It wasn’t necessary to have pics taken outside at all…

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Wedding at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Tinton Falls.

The Sneak Peeks post with the seeing each other for the first time photos are here. It’s worth it to check them out.

Al Ojeda Photography – New Jersey Wedding Photographers – Also Serving NY, CT and East PA – Destination Weddings

Contact: ida@alojeda.com – 908 240 3240

The Bridgewater Manor for a Lovely Wedding Reception

Tulsi and Ryan got hitched a few months ago in India, but they wanted a party in New Jersey for their family and friends who couldn’t make it so far away…

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"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Bridgewater Manor Wedding Photos"

"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Bridgewater Manor Wedding Photos"

They choosed the Bridgewater Manor as their reception hall… During the cocktail hour, there was a big screen in which images of their huge 3 days Indian Wedding were displayed. After their entrance to the gorgeous Somerset Room, the couple had a a symbolic candle ceremony, followed by the traditional first dance, dinner and of course, then it was time to party…

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"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Bridgewater Manor Wedding Photos"

"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Bridgewater Manor Wedding Photos"

The Best Man did a funny little dance…

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"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Bridgewater Manor Wedding Photos"

For shots, Vodka was poured through an impressive ice sculpture…

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"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Bridgewater Manor Wedding Photos"

"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Bridgewater Manor Wedding Photos"

"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Bridgewater Manor Wedding Photos"

The Bridgewater Manor Wedding Photos

Al Ojeda Photography – New Jersey Wedding Photographers – Serving Also NY, CT and East PA – Destination Weddings

Contact: ida@alojeda.com – 908 240 3240

The A B C of Wedding Photography

A – Photojournalism, pics must tell the story of the day, subjects are taken with elements surrounding them that tell you a certain message, no non-sense photos. Moments and reactions!

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B – Portraits, either traditional or more candid style, couple’s, family and wedding party photos. Your photographer must know how to pose subjects making them look natural…

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C – The wedding theme and/or details captured , in photography language, they would be “products” nicely arranged and creatively illuminated…

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Tips for Brides & Grooms: When going through a prospective wedding photographer’s portfolio, make sure you see all A B C range, if not there, you better look somewhere else…

Al Ojeda Photography – New Jersey Wedding Photographers – Also Serving NY, CT and East PA – Destination Weddings

Contact: ida@alojeda.com – 908 240 3240

Grooms Nicely Blown Away by Brides

Love the Men’s Warehouse advertising that goes: “when everybody else is looking at her, she’ll be looking at you”… Some Brides are not only looking at their Grooms, they thought to astonish them with a cake that has a theme/decoration they relate to…

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Here sharing some of those happily surprised Grooms that got a special cake: the ones who love cars, the musicians, or the ones who happen to enjoy a special holiday like Halloween !!! Nice touch: from the Bride to the Groom, with love…

Any Bride out there who wants to share what she will do to spoil her Groom?

Al Ojeda Photography – New Jersey Wedding Photographers – Also serving NY, CT and East PA – Destination Weddings

Contact: ida@alojeda.com – 908 240 3240

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If you want to use this article for your blog or other publication, please include the following:

Al and Ida, are the owners of Al Ojeda Photography. They specialize in Weddings, Events and Commercial photography. Conveniently located in Central Jersey, they cover the TriState area (NJ/NY/CT and East PA). Their website is www.alojeda.com and can be reached at ida@alojeda.com or 908.240.3240.

The Estate at Florentine Gardens Wedding Photos – Part 2

Here we go with part 2 photos of Azizza & Mike’s big day at the Florentine Gardens.

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"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - The Estate at Florentine Gardens Wedding Photos"

On the wedding, a belly dancer, an elegant and charismatic performer who truly shined when she took the stage…. She engaged guests to participate on the dance floor for an extra touch of fun…

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"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Florentine Gardens wedding photos"

The Estate at Florentine Gardens Wedding Photos

Want to see more? Check out Part 1!

Al Ojeda Photography – New Jersey Wedding Photographers – Covering the TriState Area – Destination Weddings

Contact: ida@alojeda.com – 908 240 3240

The Estate at Florentine Gardens Wedding Photos – Part 1

Catching up with promised photos from summer weddings… I know, it’s been a while… Azizza and Mike got hitched… Here are some of their fabulous photos …

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Azizza’s YaY reaction after officially married !!!

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Joy, laughter, a day that went smooth… Got to say, love the venue’s gardens, you can find so many spots where to go creative taking pics… Second part coming soon…

The Estate at Florentine Gardens Wedding Photos

Want to see more? Check out Part 2

Al Ojeda Photography – New Jersey Wedding Photographers – Covering the Tri-State Area – Destination Weddings

Contact: ida@alojeda.com – 908 240 3240

Your Day, Your Way

So when looking for any vendor to provide you with services for your big day, make sure you DO get what you are looking for. Your wedding is about YOU, not the vendor’s taste.

Let’s talk about it in deep with a simple example: When you are working on your bouquet palette colors with a professional florist, she/he shows you a portfolio with a variety of items… You automatically go for your favorite colors or the ones that match the theme that you are working on, right? The florist doesn’t push you on another way, offering something completely different… The florist would never do that, because she/he is willing to accommodate to your needs.

The same applies on your wedding photography coverage. When looking for your wedding photographer in particular, you should be asked about your preferred photography style/s. A professional wedding photographer should be able to match any. Photographers, as artists, may have their own preferences, but when you are the one tying the knot, you are entitled to have your own vision and taste, so that or those should be the main focus… Wedding photographers can add a little personal touch but always respecting your wishes, whether you are looking for traditional, contemporary, photojournalistic or a mix of wedding photography styles.

Remember: Your Day, Your Way…

A similar post was featured at I Just Said Yes, a blog that has tips to planning an elegant wedding on a budget.

At Al Ojeda Photography, we have what it takes to “read” your preferred photo styles providing you with memories for a lifetime!

Al Ojeda Photography – New Jersey Wedding Photographers – Covering the TriState Area – Destination Weddings

Contact: ida@alojeda.com – 908 240 3240

Lambert Castle Wedding Photos

Lambert Castle is a landmark in Northern New Jersey, located on Garret Mountain overlooking the City of Paterson.

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"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Lambert Castle wedding photos"

"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Lambert Castle wedding photos"

"Al Ojeda Photography - New Jersey Wedding Photographers - Lambert Castle wedding photos"

Once a private residence, the building is fashioned after an English castle.  A wealthy  English immigrant, Catholina Lambert, built the Castle in the late 1800s. Many prominent individuals of that era, including President McKinley, visited the Lambert family in their luxurious residence. Today, it serves as a museum and library, it’s exterior grounds are a popular spot for engagement or wedding…

Lambert Castle Wedding Photos

Al Ojeda Photography – New Jersey Wedding Photographers – Also Serving NY, CT and East PA – Destination Weddings

Contact: ida@alojeda.com – 908 240 3240