For Couples Who Want Timeless Photos and a Damn Good Time

I know some of the best in the business for videography, calligraphy, planning, styling, florals, and the list goes on. I'll help organize family formals and work out your wedding day timeline so you can feel at ease. And you can relax knowing all of your memories will be handled with care, backed up, and safely stored.

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I'm going to get all your best angles, help you feel confident and at ease in front of my camera. And I'm fully insured and registered as a business.

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New York City Elopement & wedding Photographer

You’re planning an elopement or wedding in New York City with just the two of you or a few of your favorite people. You want your day to be filled only with things that resonate with you as a couple - no unaligned traditions or random guests. Now, all you need is someone to guide you in crafting the most memorable, eclectic celebration - and take some damn good photos of it!

Great news is you're in exactly the right spot!

LET ME GUESS....

Celebrate Love with Authenticity and Style in New York City

I live for capturing those moments that no one else sees - when you're stealing a glance at each other during the ceremony, or laughing with family and friends. If you're drawn to organic documentation and crave a more personalized experience, then you're in the right place. With me as your New York City wedding photographer let's make your wedding unforgettable.

You already have…

  • Your forever person 
  • A gorgeous city with tons of possibility
  • Your intentional guest list with only your favorite people

Now you’re looking for a photographer who will… 

Have an Unforgettable Wedding Day that You'll Never Forget

that's where I come in

Your New YOrk City Elopement Photographer

New York City is a city that I hold close to my heart. I went to college upstate and always dreamed of moving to the big city! I have over 5 years of wedding photography experience with 50+ weddings under my belt. So, here’s why I’m the perfect person to spend your wedding day with:

I’m a Major Romance Fanatic: As someone who adores Hallmark movies and cries at every wedding, I genuinely invest in your love story. This isn't just a job for me - it's my passion.

Call Me a Professional Multitasker: With a background in both biotech and creative photography, I thrive on blending precision and artistry to capture your New York City wedding day perfectly.

I’m Nothing Short of Detail-Oriented:  From vendor recommendations to tailored itineraries, I've got you covered. I'll answer all those nitty-gritty questions about planning a wedding and help you navigate a timeline that’s stress-free and captures everything you want.

My Inclusive Vision: As a woman of color, I am passionate about representing all kinds of love stories. Your unique narrative deserves to be told, and I'm here to capture it.

Hi, I'm Torez.

- Tabitha & JEsse

There aren't enough words or stars to compliment Torez and her dedication to her work. We spent a year planning, consulting, and preparing with her to photograph our wedding morning and ceremony. We live in Florida and Torez made it SO easy to work with her from across the country!

She goes above and beyond, truly. Not just her amazing photograph skills but also constant communication, friendliness, and expertise. She always has a smile on her face and seems to enjoy what she does. We were thrilled to also get back sneak peaks the next day before we even flew back home! I would easily book her again and possibly fly her out to us for future big events! I recommend her 10/10 easily based on all she does.

"She goes above and beyond, truly."

- jess & Pete

It was an absolute pleasure to work with Torez! She was extremely communicative, organized and made us feel really comfortable as she snapped some candids and posed pictures that we’ll treasure forever!

Torez has an eye for catching nuanced moments/details that tell a beautiful story. Look no further -do yourself a favor and hire her for your special day!!

"yourself a favor and hire her for your special day."

- patricia and Lyndez

"We found Torez on Instagram and loved her work! To pick her out for our elopement was the best choice we could make! She really dug to know our 'vibe' as a couple, she's always smiling, so nice and professional (responds very quickly) and the photos are just stunning! She knows everything about San Francisco City Hall (the best places to take pictures but also how the elopement goes) and it's highly appreciated not only before, but also on the day of the ceremony.
We don't regret our choice one single second and would recommend her to everyone! We're glad to get these photos as souvenirs of this day!

Thank you again and again."

"We didn't regret our choice one single second."

- Ale and Hanson

"We are so in love with the photos Torez took for our civil wedding at San Francisco City Hall. From the very beginning, Torez was friendly, helpful, and professional. She captured the most lovely moments of our small ceremony, and we couldn't be happier with the results. I was very nervous about the day's logistics, but Torez knows everything about San Francisco City Hall, which made things go stress-free and smoothly. I've received so many compliments about the photos of my wedding day, and I'm more than obsessed with them. They look so natural and beautiful. We highly recommend Torez's services to everyone!

Thank you so much for everything!"

"TOREZ KNOWS EVERYTHING ABOUT SAN FRANCISCO CITY HALL."

- Hanna and Thomas

"Torez accommodated us very last minute; we asked her on a Monday if she was available to shoot our elopement on Friday! Thankfully, she was available, and took some truly lovely photos of our intimate day. She was understanding of our personalities and captured us in a way that felt authentic -- not forced or unnatural by any means.

And her prices were very reasonable for some truly outstanding work; if you are looking to get photos done at City Hall and wish to do it on a reasonable budget, Torez is a great choice! We can't thank her enough for capturing us so well on our special day."

"SHE... CAPTURED US IN A WAY THAT FELT AUTHENTIC."

- Marizol & Julian

"Torez was such an amazing part of our wedding day. My husband and I planned our wedding at city hall from out of state so Torez met with us via Zoom to discuss details and creative ideas. She was so helpful with answering questions and providing tons of helpful information for planning our special day. When we finally got to meet Torez the day of the wedding, we immediately vibed and felt comfortable with her as she helped guide us through the day. I will forever be grateful for her and the AMAZING work she did on our wedding photos. I 100/10 recommend Torez for any photography needs, she’s the best!!"

"I will forever be grateful for her."

- Cait and allan

"My fiancée and I LOVE the engagement photos Torez took. We were nervous going into the session (in San Francisco) but Torez took the edge off right away and made us feel comfortable. She had great recommendations about where to go and how to move around together.

Our photos ended up capturing us beautifully – they don’t feel too “posed” or unnatural. Torez was communicative through the whole process and got our photo set back to us quickly. We highly recommend her as a photographer."

"Our photos ended up capturing us beautifully."

- wynter, matt, remy, and ollie

"Searching for a photographer in our time frame was stressful but right from the start we felt a warmth and confidence from Torez that quickly put us at ease. Her quick responses, reassurance, and patience with our questions made us feel heard and confident that we found the right person.

She understood how much it meant to include our dogs on our special day and she kindly offered to take care of them during the photoshoot. Torez was a joy to take our engagement photos and she clearly put tremendous personal effort to make it a memorable experience for us and our two weenie dogs. We are absolutely in love with our photos and would definitely work with Torez again. 10/10 RECOMMEND!!"

"RIGHT FROM THE START WE FELT A WARMTH AND CONFIDENCE FROM TOREZ."

here's what couples like you have to say:

Ready to do this thing? Here's how it's going to go down...

01. Getting started

02. Save the date

03. Let's Plan

04. sit back and relax

05. the mems

Inquire, Plan, and Book: Our first call will set the stage for an incredible journey together. I'll hear more about the vision for your Santa Barbara wedding and get all the deets about your venue, vibe, color palette, etc. Then, we’ll look at galleries together to paint a picture of your dream day and I’ll walk you through what it's like to work with me and the next steps for booking!

 

Contract and Retainer: A flat fee of $1500 secures your date, with the remaining balance split into two payments over your booking timeline.

Planning: After booking, you'll receive my comprehensive 60+ page guide filled with everything you'll need. I will also be checking in with you throughout the time leading up to your day making sure everything you need is taken care of!

Day-of Coordination: From timeline planning to the final timeline and detail checks, I've got your back. And don't forget, I'm your go-to for all things Santa Barbara and wedding planning. Together we'll craft the day that's exactly what you've envisioned.

Epic Photos: Expect a sneak peek gallery within 24-48 hours after your big day. Your entire gallery will be delivered within 6 weeks curated to perfection including both film and digital photos.

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packages & pricing!

I mean I'm biased but I say anytime is the best time to get married in New York! But, if you're looking for clear skies and warmer weather then I would suggest early fall or spring. Summers can be absolutely sweltering and winter can be chilly, to say the least. 

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO GET MARRIED IN New york?

Most of my couples book anywhere from 9-12 months in advance. With a majority even inquiring before their venue has been secured. It’s really up to you but if we’re vibing and I’m available why wait on a good thing?

HOW FAR OUT SHOULD WE BOOK YOU?

Rest assured I have backup plans for the backup plans. But, either way we'll embrace and have the most memorable day possible!

What if the Weather is Bad?

Absolutely. Love is love, and everyone is welcome over here!!

ARE YOU LGBTQ+ FRIENDLY?

My posing style is documentary and candid. Some couples need more guidance and help than others so I meet couples where they’re at by demonstrating poses.. When it comes to other parts of the wedding day think fly on the wall, timeless, candid, and in the moment. My job is to anticipate learn and be ready to capture the real, raw, and unfiltered moments. So, that you receive a gallery that everything you remember and more.

WHAT’S YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY/POSING STYLE?

I do light retouching, color correcting, and photo adjustments. I would describe my editing style as true to color. I like to keep your photos looking the way you remember them. I only Photoshop blemishes that won't be there within two weeks of the session. I do not do any heavy retouching or body altering.

DO YOU OFFER RETOUCHING OR ANY OTHER CORRECTIVE SERVICES?

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