Corey Lamar

Corey Lamar

THE JOURNAL

Where there's beauty there's romance.

Hello

welome to my blog

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!

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

Proposals

Pier 17 Rooftop Proposal: Proposal at The Greens

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 City Wedding Venue

New York City 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, […]

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