Urban Wedding at the Ivy | Danielle & Michael

 Danielle and Michael’s story wasn’t one of chance meetings or grand introductions, they had known each other for years. Their connection developed naturally over time, turning friendship into something deeper, something lasting. For Danielle, Michael’s kindness and calm presence made her fall in love. He grounded her, supported her dreams, and filled her days with laughter. He wasn’t just someone she loved, he was her best friend, someone who made her feel truly understood and cared for. Michael saw in Danielle a light that seemed to touch everyone around her. Her warmth, selflessness, and joy improved every moment, and her encouragement pushed him to grow in ways he never expected. She brought out the best in him, and with every laugh and shared memory, he knew she was the one. There wasn’t a single defining moment when they realized they wanted to spend forever together. It was a collection of everyday moments, the quiet, the joyful, and even the challenging, that made it clear they didn’t want to face life without each other. The Proposal Michael’s proposal was simple yet deeply meaningful. At Jack’s Firehouse, the restaurant where they had their first date, he asked Danielle to marry him. The place where their journey began became the setting for the next step in their life together. As they look ahead to their wedding day, Danielle and Michael are most excited about the entire experience – a celebration of the love that’s grown between them and the life they’re building together. Here are some favorites from their beautiful, winter wonderland wedding day captured by Ralph Deal Photography.

Getting Ready

Close-up of wedding rings on an ornate gold tray with jewelry Close-up of a rosary and pearl jewelry on a white feathered fabric Pair of Jimmy Choo bridal shoes on a fur-like surface with jewelry Bride sitting by a window, gazing outside while holding a feathered fan Bride holding an elegant feathered fan in a vintage-inspired outfit Close-up of bride's hands adorned with rings and pearl-embellished gown Bridesmaid styling the bride's hair while getting ready Bride standing by a window with bridesmaids adjusting her gown Bride smiling while wearing a birdcage veil Wedding rings in an open wooden box engraved with "Til Death Do Us Part" Groom laughing with groomsmen while getting ready Black and white portrait of groom in a tuxedo against a leafy background Black and white portrait of a groom adjusting his bow tie

Bride and Groom

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The Ivy Wedding Ceremony

Bride and groom standing at the altar with their wedding party in an elegant venue Bride and her father entering the reception venue, smiling Wide-angle shot of the wedding ceremony under a grand chandelier on their Urban Wedding at the Ivy Bride getting married, while bridesmaids stands on the side with feather fans in the background on their Urban Wedding at the Ivy

The Ivy Wedding Reception

Grand feather and floral wedding centerpiece with cascading beads in a warmly lit venue Lavish wedding reception decor with a tall, pearl-adorned floral arrangement Tall floral wedding centerpiece with greenery and pampas grass in a dimly lit reception hall Close-up of a grand feather centerpiece on a wedding reception table Close-up of a gold and white tiered wedding cake with intricate details Close-up of a gold and white wedding cake with feather decorations and heart-shaped initials backdrop Luxurious wedding cake display with feather centerpieces and glowing candles Luxurious dessert table with candles, gold accents, and a wedding cake Bride and groom celebrating with guests, raising their hands in joy Bride walking toward the reception table with groom seated nearby Bride dancing with her father during a heartfelt moment Bride and father sharing an emotional dance at the wedding reception Groom and his mother sharing a dance on the reception Romantic shot of the bride and groom dancing with soft light reflections Wedding guests dancing, holding fun signs and celebrating on the dance floor Bride and groom listening to a speech while seated at a lavishly decorated table Groom dancing with his mother at the reception Bride and mother dancing under an elegant chandelier in the reception hall Bride and groom sharing their first dance on their Urban Wedding at the Ivy reception Bride and groom enjoying a wedding toast at their sweetheart table Bride dancing joyfully with guests at the wedding reception Bride having fun with the performers on the wedding reception Wedding guests dancing and celebrating together on the dance floor Black and white photo of wedding guests dancing and celebrating at the reception Guests dancing and enjoying the wedding reception under elegant lighting Bride and groom leaning closely in an intimate pose Dramatic silhouette of a couple under a warm-lit chandelier Bride and groom sharing a private moment in a dimly lit space

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Reception: The Ivy | Dress: Wedding Factor | Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Music: Philadelphia Quartet,  John Luciano (DJ) and Michael Romeo (Wedding Percussionist) | Hair: Alexandra Veronica | Florist: Frannie Erace | Make-up: Amanda Carbone | Videographer: Nicholas DeRose | Wedding Coordinator: Gina Sole

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“We are so beyond happy we had Ralph as our wedding photographer! Since the day we met Ralph we felt like we had a good connection with him and loved how he always made us feel so comfortable. He was so easy and helpful to work with through the whole process from engagement to wedding day. Our pictures turned out absolutely beautiful and the wedding album from Italy is STUNNING!! The photo reveal party in Ralph’s studio made me cry and was such an awesome added bonus. We truly had an amazing experience and would recommend Ralph and his team to anyone looking for a wedding photographer. We can’t thank them enough! Love Anna & Jimmy”

-Anna J.

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Wide shot of bride and groom standing on the upper balcony of a black modern venue in the snow