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WEDDING AT THE RAVEL HOTEL

A Wonderful Luxury Summer Wedding : Saying “I Do” at the Ravel Hotel in Long Island City, New York

Step into the heartwarming love story of a couple who tied the knot on the hottest day of the year in New York City. This blog post takes you on a journey through their magical wedding at the Ravel Hotel in Long Island City, surrounded by loved ones and adorned with beautiful flowers and live music. Let’s dive into the enchanting details of their special day!

The Ravel Hotel: A Perfect Summer Wedding Venue

On a scorching hot day in New York City, the Ravel Hotel in Long Island City provided an exquisite setting for the couple’s summer wedding. With its stunning skyline views and elegant ambiance, the hotel created a picture-perfect backdrop that complemented the love and joy shared by the newlyweds and their guests.

A Magical Event by Andrea Freeman Events

The spectacular wedding was brought to life by the talented team at Andrea Freeman Events. With their impeccable planning and attention to detail, every aspect of the celebration was flawlessly executed, ensuring that the couple’s special day was nothing short of magical.

Live Music from Hank Lane by Karen Lloyd

The wedding was filled with soulful melodies and captivating tunes, courtesy of the talented Karen Lloyd who provided live music from Hank Lane Entertainment. The harmonious sounds added an extra layer of romance and emotion to the celebration, creating memories that would be cherished forever.

Joseph Anthony: The Blooming Beauty of Flowers

Joseph Anthony’s exquisite floral arrangements added a touch of natural beauty to the event. With carefully curated blooms that perfectly complemented the summer vibe, the flowers added elegance and grace to every corner of the venue, leaving guests in awe of the stunning décor.

Saying “I Do” and Dancing the Night Away

Surrounded by their nearest and dearest, the couple exchanged heartfelt vows and officially became one on their special day. The heartfelt ceremony was followed by an evening of celebration and joy as everyone danced the night away, creating unforgettable memories that symbolized the start of their beautiful journey together.

Love, warmth, and celebration filled the air on the hottest day of the year as this magical couple tied the knot at the Ravel Hotel in Long Island City, New York. Thanks to the impeccable planning by Andrea Freeman Events, the enchanting live music from Karen Lloyd, and the stunning floral arrangements by Joseph Anthony, their wedding was an unforgettable affair for all.

Ravel Hotel Wedding Photography by Hudson River Photographer

NYC WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

Hi there.  I'm Diane.

I've been photographing weddings for over 15 years in new york city & the hudson valley.  

I bring my background in design & filmmaking, to my love of still photography the day I document your wedding.  It is truly something i love. 


Modern documentary wedding photography for all couples in love.  Inclusive & judgement free.

—  HALEY & SPENCER | ANKONY CARRIAGE HOUSE

Thank you for being part of our rock star wedding team! All the photos are absolutely stunning.

—  elissa & jess | roundhouse beacon

As a same-sex couple, it was such a comfort to have a photographer with experience in queer weddings who made us feel special in all the right ways. We can’t recommend Diane enough!

—  ASHTON & TANNER | BASILICA HUDSON

We are so thankful for such an incredible experience. she is the best in the business! She loves her profession, is willing to listen, & above all, humble & affectionate. 

—  HEATHER & JACLYN | FULL MOON RESORT

Diane operates with such energy and ease. We feel so fortunate to have found you. Diane can find beauty anywhere. She was such a pleasure to work with and the photo results are incredible!

—  LAUREN & JEREMY | THE GARRISON

If a picture is worth a 1000 words, than we have 1 million wonderful words from our wedding. We had such a terrific experience working with Diane. 

—  BROOKE & JOSH | L'ESCALE DELAMAR GREENWICH

She was able to capture the love & energy we felt in every single picture. Diane’s kind & easy nature made photographing the day simple. Her work is incredible! Diane is the best & we highly recommend her.

—  SEAN & ERIC | HELSINKI HUDSON

As a gay male couple, we had some disappointing conversations, feeling like a portfolio novelty. When we found Diane, she made clear her only point of view was to capture the beauty & truth of our day. 

—  TAYLOR & TATE | ROUNDHOUSE BEACON

We’re grateful for your expertise & your calming presence! Thank you for making our pictures feel easy & stress-free. We’re grateful for your expertise & your calming presence! 

—  JESSE & WILL | DEER MOUNTAIN INN

We could not have been happier. Her work is beautiful but also authentic. She captured our day perfectly. She's a real pro, and she knows exactly what she's doing and how to do it well.

—  MARISA & DAVID | BARN AT LIBERTY FARMS

We are so thankful that we chose Diane as our wedding photographer! her beautiful photos exceeded our expectations. Diane captured the magic & love of our wedding perfectly. Highly recommend Diane!”

—  COURTNEY & CAIT | OUTLIER INN

Thank you so much for being a part of our big day! You were such a critical part in making our dream wedding a reality & we cannot thank you enough. We feel so lucky you shared your amazing talents with us. 

—  KATIE & LUCAS | GREYWACKE MEADOWS

A Photographer Who Got Us. She not only captured our energy & vibe, but most of all, I swear you can feel love when you look at our photos.

—  JAIMIE & MEGHAN | RED MAPLE VINEYARD

Whether you’re a gay, lesbian, straight, bisexual, or trans couple, you want her to capture your big day. Diane is a pro & total joy to work with. She was truly everything we were looking for—and she defied expectations.