June, 2022 | Manhattan, New York City

An “Elopement” at the LDS Manhattan Temple

M + J met here in New York City, and during the height of COVID the best place to meet up was in the middle of Central Park, between their two apartments. So it was only fitting - and right up our ally as Manhattan Elopement Photographers - that we capture something like this.

Manhattan Temple Wedding Portraits

The thing about portraits at the Manhattan temple, is you’re smack in the middle of the hustle and bustle of Lincoln Square. Which isn’t a problem, per sé, more of a challenge of getting it all in without all the busyness of the city. I think we were able to accomplish that :)

We also made sure to go to Central Park to one of my favorite locations for bridal portraits at The Bethesda Fountain and Terrace. This beautiful spot made its way into our list of the best spots to take photos in or near central park in NYC. We covered the Bethesda Fountain, then made our way through the beautiful arches of the Bethesda Terrace for more.

For members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, or “mormons” as nicknamed, a temple wedding is an important opportunity to not just be sealed “until death do you part”, but in the faith it’s believed that this is to be sealed for all eternity, and that families can be together forever. What a beautiful and incredible promise to each other.