Kara + Kieran | Siena College Documentary Wedding Photography

Kara, a grade school teacher, and Kieran, an accountant, who live in Long Island City, Queens, rescheduled the large wedding of their dreams until next year. Happily, they were able to have the original ceremony date that they wanted on Saturday at Siena College’s St. Mary of the Angels Chapel with immediate family present to share in their joy. After the ceremony, Kara and Kieran were surprised by a celebratory car parade outside the chapel with family and friends who, for safety, could not be present. After the car parade, we went to the beautiful and historic Pruyn House for family and couple’s portraits.

As a documentary wedding photographer, the images flowed easily. It’s my goal at every wedding to show humans being humans. Kara’s effortless grace and style, reminiscent of a young Grace Kelly, is perfectly matched by Kieran’s intelligence and gallantry. Between the two of them, and their families, the love and joy was evident with every click of the shutter. I love these words from Kara about some of the best things she and Kieran have learned from each other: “To stay flexible during this pandemic. Some of our best memories and funniest moments have been while in our NYC apartment. We got really creative in how to have fun, and balanced working from home. Kieran basically became my co-teacher in online teaching! This reminded us what is really important in life.” Congratulations Kara and Kieran!!! Wishing you many many years of happiness and I’m forever grateful that you trusted me to document your incredible wedding! I’m beyond excited to document the party next year!

Vendor Team

Photography: Danielle Gardner Photography

Ceremony Venue: Siena College

Portrait Location: Siena College and The Pruyn House

Florals: Price Chopper