Cipriani 42nd Street Wedding Photography and Videography

Wedding Photography and Videography at Cipriani 42nd Street

Cipriani 42nd Street is one of New York City’s most iconic wedding venues, defined by soaring ceilings, grand architectural details, and an unmistakable sense of old world glamour. Photographing a wedding here requires a thoughtful balance of scale and intimacy, understanding how to work within a vast ballroom while still preserving the emotion and connection of each moment.

As a Cipriani 42nd Street wedding photographer and videographer, I bring a calm, editorial approach shaped by experience inside New York City’s most recognized and highly regulated venues. From managing dramatic lighting shifts throughout the day to guiding couples seamlessly through portraits, ceremony transitions, and reception flow, my focus is on creating images and films that feel refined, natural, and deeply personal. Every celebration here moves quickly and with intention, and having a team that understands the rhythm of the space allows couples to stay present while their story is documented with care.

Cipriani 42nd Street weddings are often defined by elegant production, live music, and full ballroom celebrations. My role is to document those elements without distraction, capturing the energy of the room alongside quiet, meaningful moments that unfold between them. The result is wedding photography and videography that reflects both the grandeur of the venue and the individuality of each couple.

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“Betsi was AMAZING! She captured everything we were hoping for. The photos were candid and truly showed our personalities in every way. Betsi has a welcoming demeanor, does expert work, and has fantastic attention to detail. We seriously cannot thank Betsi enough for simply being her and making our day so special!”

— Anna, NYC Bride

Bride and groom standing in front of Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City on their wedding day

Bride and groom kissing in front of Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City on their wedding day

Bride and groom standing in front of Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City on their wedding day with their family

Featured Cipriani 42nd Street Wedding in New York City

Michaela and Francesco’s wedding unfolded as a quintessential New York City celebration, thoughtfully moving through some of the city’s most iconic and meaningful locations. The day began with a romantic ceremony at St Francis Xavier Church, followed by portraits at the New York Public Library, before transitioning into an evening of dinner and dancing at Cipriani 42nd Street.

Portraits at the New York Public Library offered a quiet, architectural counterpoint to the energy of the reception. Photographing within this historic space requires advance coordination and a respectful, experienced approach, allowing moments to unfold naturally while working within a highly regulated environment. The result was a series of editorial portraits that felt timeless, refined, and unmistakably New York.

The celebration continued at Cipriani 42nd Street, where the scale of the ballroom set the stage for a grand reception. One of the most striking elements of the evening was a custom wedding cake created by the groom, owner of the iconic New York bakery Buttercooky. Designed specifically for the space, the cake stood over ten feet tall and became a centerpiece of the reception, echoing the grandeur of the room itself. Photographing details of this scale requires careful composition and an understanding of how to preserve proportion while capturing the atmosphere and emotion of the celebration.

From candlelit tables and live music to a packed dance floor beneath soaring ceilings, the evening reflected both the elegance of Cipriani 42nd Street and the individuality of the couple. Seamlessly documenting a wedding that moves between locations of this caliber requires thoughtful planning, flexibility, and an unobtrusive presence. The result was a cohesive visual story that honored the city, the venue, and the people at the heart of the day.