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Classic architecture, sweeping grounds, and coastal New Jersey charm set the stage for Liz and Sean’s engagement session at Monmouth University. Their session felt effortlessly elegant—an ideal blend of timeless romance and elevated editorial style.
Monmouth University is one of those rare locations that offers both grandeur and intimacy. Its historic buildings, manicured gardens, and refined pathways create a setting that photographs beautifully in every season, making it a favorite for couples seeking a sophisticated engagement experience in New Jersey.
Few engagement session locations in New Jersey offer the same level of architectural beauty and versatility as Monmouth University. The campus provides a polished, estate-like feel that lends itself perfectly to elevated, fashion-forward imagery.
From stately facades to symmetrical walkways, the campus architecture adds a sense of legacy and refinement to engagement portraits. These elements create images that feel classic today—and just as beautiful decades from now.
The lush landscaping and open green spaces soften the architectural lines, offering a romantic balance that allows couples to move naturally and connect authentically throughout their session.
Liz and Sean approached their engagement session with a quiet confidence and ease that translated seamlessly on camera. Their connection was natural and understated, allowing us to focus on genuine moments rather than forced poses. The result is a gallery that feels romantic, editorial, and deeply personal highlighting a love for fashion sense.
As Michelle Behre Photography, we believe engagement sessions should feel like an experience—not just a photoshoot. Our approach emphasizes movement, connection, and storytelling, ensuring each couple’s images reflect who they truly are together.
Late afternoon sessions provide flattering light that enhances both the architecture and surrounding greenery, creating depth and warmth throughout the gallery.
Classic silhouettes, neutral tones, and tailored looks pair beautifully with Monmouth University’s refined surroundings. Thoughtful styling helps create a cohesive, editorial narrative from start to finish.
Monmouth University requires photography permission in advance. Working with an experienced New Jersey engagement and wedding photographer ensures the process is seamless and allows you to focus on enjoying the experience as you leave it up to the professionals.





Monmouth University continues to be one of our most requested engagement session locations for couples who value timeless elegance and elevated imagery. Its versatility makes it ideal for couples planning luxury weddings throughout New Jersey and beyond.
If you love the feel of Liz and Sean’s session, you may also enjoy:
These sessions highlight how beautifully Monmouth-area locations photograph across different seasons and milestones.
If you enjoyed Liz and Sean’s Monmouth University engagement session, we invite you to explore more refined engagement sessions such as Ariel and Bryan’s romantic session and their iconic New Jersey wedding featured in Style Me Pretty set at the romantic garden New Jersey Wedding Venue, the Crossed Keys Estate highlighted on our blog.
Ready to connect with Michelle to learn more about her engagement and wedding photography services? Check your date today!

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Classic architecture, sweeping grounds, and coastal New Jersey charm set the stage for Liz and Sean’s engagement session at Monmouth University. Their session felt effortlessly elegant—an ideal blend of timeless romance and elevated editorial style.
Monmouth University is one of those rare locations that offers both grandeur and intimacy. Its historic buildings, manicured gardens, and refined pathways create a setting that photographs beautifully in every season, making it a favorite for couples seeking a sophisticated engagement experience in New Jersey.
Few engagement session locations in New Jersey offer the same level of architectural beauty and versatility as Monmouth University. The campus provides a polished, estate-like feel that lends itself perfectly to elevated, fashion-forward imagery.
From stately facades to symmetrical walkways, the campus architecture adds a sense of legacy and refinement to engagement portraits. These elements create images that feel classic today—and just as beautiful decades from now.
The lush landscaping and open green spaces soften the architectural lines, offering a romantic balance that allows couples to move naturally and connect authentically throughout their session.
Liz and Sean approached their engagement session with a quiet confidence and ease that translated seamlessly on camera. Their connection was natural and understated, allowing us to focus on genuine moments rather than forced poses. The result is a gallery that feels romantic, editorial, and deeply personal highlighting a love for fashion sense.
As Michelle Behre Photography, we believe engagement sessions should feel like an experience—not just a photoshoot. Our approach emphasizes movement, connection, and storytelling, ensuring each couple’s images reflect who they truly are together.
Late afternoon sessions provide flattering light that enhances both the architecture and surrounding greenery, creating depth and warmth throughout the gallery.
Classic silhouettes, neutral tones, and tailored looks pair beautifully with Monmouth University’s refined surroundings. Thoughtful styling helps create a cohesive, editorial narrative from start to finish.
Monmouth University requires photography permission in advance. Working with an experienced New Jersey engagement and wedding photographer ensures the process is seamless and allows you to focus on enjoying the experience as you leave it up to the professionals.





Monmouth University continues to be one of our most requested engagement session locations for couples who value timeless elegance and elevated imagery. Its versatility makes it ideal for couples planning luxury weddings throughout New Jersey and beyond.
If you love the feel of Liz and Sean’s session, you may also enjoy:
These sessions highlight how beautifully Monmouth-area locations photograph across different seasons and milestones.
If you enjoyed Liz and Sean’s Monmouth University engagement session, we invite you to explore more refined engagement sessions such as Ariel and Bryan’s romantic session and their iconic New Jersey wedding featured in Style Me Pretty set at the romantic garden New Jersey Wedding Venue, the Crossed Keys Estate highlighted on our blog.
Ready to connect with Michelle to learn more about her engagement and wedding photography services? Check your date today!
December 31, 2025
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Set against the refined elegance of Park Savoy Estate & Gardens in Florham Park, Jamie and Bill’s wedding day unfolded with effortless romance, heartfelt emotion, and an unmistakable sense of joy. Thoughtfully captured by Michelle Behre Photography and her team, this celebration was a perfect balance of elevated portraiture and naturally flowing, unscripted moments.
From intimate getting-ready memories to a high-energy reception, every part of the day reflected who Jamie and Bill are—deeply connected, surrounded by love, and fully present in each moment.
The morning began in the bridal suite, where Jamie prepared alongside her closest friends. The atmosphere was light, emotional, and filled with anticipation. Natural, candid moments unfolded as Jamie slipped into her gown, followed by a sweet reveal with her bridesmaids and a deeply touching first look with her father.
These quiet, meaningful moments set the tone for the day—unrushed, authentic, and emotive of happy tears.
Stepping into the gardens, Jamie and Bill shared their first look—an intimate pause in the day captured with intention and care. Escorting the couple through the experience, Michelle allowed the moment to unfold organically, documenting every bittersweet tear, laugh, and embrace as it naturally happened.
This quiet exchange became one of the most emotionally powerful moments of the day.
Following their first look, the couple moved into the chapel and surrounding grounds for portraits. Prioritizing ease and flow, we guided Jamie and Bill through portraits that felt natural, allowing them to remain fully present while creating imagery that is both editorial and timeless captured by New Jersey Wedding Photographers.
Wedding party and family formals followed, filled with laughter and connection—capturing not just how the day looked, but how it felt.
Surrounded by loved ones, Jamie and Bill exchanged vows in a ceremony filled with romance and emotion. With a full house in attendance, the energy was palpable as they committed their lives to one another.
Every glance, smile, and tender moment was documented with care, preserving the authenticity and beauty of their emotive ceremony.
After the ceremony, the couple enjoyed a few quiet moments together in the bridal suite before joining cocktail hour—complete with stunning sushi boats and joyful mingling with friends and family.
The reception that followed was nothing short of electric. High energy, nonstop movement, and an infectious sense of celebration filled the space. Capturing the fun, the emotion, and the unforgettable dance floor moments is where we truly thrive—and Jamie and Bill’s reception delivered on every level.
We absolutely loved documenting Jamie and Bill’s wedding day—one filled with love, laughter, and genuine connection. Scroll through to see just a few of our favorite moments from this unforgettable celebration.
If you’re planning your wedding at Park Savoy Estate & Gardens, Park Château Estate & Gardens, or Château Grande and Nanina’s in the Park, we would love to hear from you.
Inquire with Michelle and her team to check your wedding date today, and be sure to explore more real weddings on the blog—including our featured Park Château wedding, Park Savoy Winter wedding and Château Grande night-before celebration.
















December 31, 2025
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While on the search for your beautiful Wedding Venue in New Jersey, New Jersey Wedding Photographers, Michelle Behre has just a few beautiful photos to inspire your Wedding Planning and to set the vibe for your New Jersey Wedding day and choosing your Wedding Venues here in NJ.
Are you searching for your New Jersey Wedding Venues by region? Here are just a few of our top select venues by region accompanied by beautiful Wedding Photos by NJ Wedding Photographers, Michelle Behre.
Crystal Springs Yacht Club at Crystal Mountain Resort located in Hamburg, New Jersey is a picturesque resort located in the Sussex Skylands in Sussex County. Crystal Springs hosts four distinct properties at their luxury destination resort. With a stunning mountain setting with miles of rolling mountain vistas, your guests will be acquainted with a great place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Northern New Jersey and Crystal Springs for your wedding weekend!
This destination resort will provide you with weekend entertainment for your celebration setting the tone for your wedding weekend. From your wedding welcome party, to golf, and a spa day, to their pools and rehearsal dinners to farewell brunches for a memorable and carefully planned wedding weekend. There are so many options as to how you approach your weekend.
For your ceremony, Crystal Springs offers an abundance of locations both indoor and outdoor that each have a one of a kind vibe and all host one wedding per day ensuring that yours will be one of a kind and just for you. With unparalleled cocktail hour and epic receptions your party will be an epic bash. Sneak out to watch the sunset along the beautiful stunning mountain setting and soak in the views. Learn more about Crystal Springs Resort and hosting your wedding at this fabulous property in Northern New Jersey.





Nestled in the heart of Sussex County, New Jersey in North Western New Jersey, this Northern New Jersey Wedding Venue, Crossed Keys Estate is your picture-perfect New Jersey Wedding Venue in the heart of the countryside and rolling mountains of picturesque Sussex County, New Jersey just fifty miles west of New York City it is the perfect weekend getaway and the perfect venue in New Jersey with their exquisite garden, meets contemporary Farmhouse vibe.














Perona Farms offers an abundance of stunning locations at their Sussex County, New Jersey locations. Set in the heart of the countryside, this Northern New Jersey Wedding Venue, Perona Farms it the romantic weekend getaway and New Jersey Wedding Venue in Sussex County, New Jersey. Located just an hour west of New York City, Perona Farms is an exquisite escape from the city for your wedding weekend.



The Rustic elegant Northern New Jersey Wedding Venue, The Reserve at Perona Farms is a stunning wedding escape located in the picturesque countryside of Northern New Jersey. This location offers an abidance of picturesque locations for your photographs and stunning ceremony and reception views. From their beautiful garden ceremony that can accommodate for both indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces to their romantic reception spaces, The Reserve encompasses all thins Rustic Elegance. We absolutely adore their romantic lodge-inspired space designed of warm stone columns with wine racks galore and clean, contemporary rustic loft vibes. Visit The Reserve at Perona Farms to learn all about their New Jersey Wedding offerings.
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Managed by Jeffrey A. Millers Caterers, Waterloo Village is a restored historic village located along the Musconetcong River and Morris Canal providing a farm-to-table, rustic elegant experience for its guests. With an abundance of picturesque and scenic backdrops, this venue is a stunning backdrop with that country aesthetic located just west of New York City. View engagement sessions and weddings for inspiration and planning your day at the historic Waterloo Village.




The New Jersey luxury mansion and resort, Natirar located in Peapack Gladstone, New Jersey offers the luxury experience for guests. The Tudor-style mansion set atop rolling hills overlooks miles of rolling mountains New Jersey offers. The picture-perfect location set for your wedding weekend with 90 Acres perfect for hosting your Wedding Welcome Party and Rehearsal Dinner, farm-to-table dining with private rooms, and seasonal offerings exquisite dining options for the perfect welcome to your wedding weekend.





The stunning Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club in Bedminster Township, New Jersey in Northern New Jersey is home to three championship golf courses. This private club hosts picturesque weddings at their historic, English Manor clubhouse. Drive up the romantic lane and view their scenic grounds. View the Estate from afar as you share your first look along the Lamington River beside the green. With rolling green meadows and miles of finely groomed greens, this estate is absolutely picture-perfect for your luxury wedding in Northern New Jersey.
Watch the sunrise from the romantic suites. There are stunning private suites for the bride and groomsmen prep as the morning unfolds overlooking the green from the Estate Mansion.
Their ballroom is curated with floor to ceiling height windows, with an abundance of fireplaces, stunning crystal chandeliers throughout the historic estate, this venue hosts one wedding per day. During your cocktail hour and reception, watch the sun set over the green and share a few intimate moments together just prior to your first dance.
The elegant Fiddler’s Elbow is a romantic New Jersey Wedding Venue, view photos and more information on their property here.





The Brady Mansion at Hamilton Farm Golf Club is the picture-perfect destination for New Jersey brides planning their classic and elegant New Jersey Wedding and in search for the luxury New Jersey Wedding experience, pristine grounds for photographs of the exquisite Brady Mansion, green pastures, United States Equistrian Team Foundation, rolling fields for miles, an abundance of overnight accommodations and private guest rooms for the bride, groom and immediate family, full-service Hospitality Staff and Culinary Team providing seasonal ingredients to wow your guests and so much more. Sidenote: Adam and I were married at Hamilton Farm and Golf Club on a picture-perfect day in September 2023. We were so blessed by Colette Flint and the team’s care and attentiveness to our day! Here are a few pictures I photographed on site while I was planning for our wedding (see below).











The Ryland Inn located in the stunning Whitehouse Station, NJ hosts romantic New Jersey Weddings at the Coach House at the Ryland Inn and Grand Ballroom at the Ryland Inn. This romantic, luxurious, restored equestrian estate is a picture-perfect location for your New Jersey Wedding Day. With Chef Chris Albrecht leading their culinary experiences, their farm-to-table dining experience is exceptional. View some of our favorite weddings captured at the Ryland Inn and inquire within for further details on our Wedding Photography services.












Located in Morris County, New Jersey and under 30 miles from New York, The Park Savoy Estate is an absolutely spectacular space to host your New Jersey Wedding. From their romantic chapel on-site to stunning ballroom, elegant gardens and 19th century architecture, and renowned cuisine from Chef, the Park Savoy Estate is a picture-perfect destination for your classic, elegant, and refined wedding in Northern New Jersey. View photographs of the Estate below and a real wedding that New Jersey Wedding Photographers, Michelle Behre have captured at the romantic Florham Park New Jersey Wedding Venue.







Park Avenue Club in Florham Park, New Jersey is a stunning private social and dining club in Morris County. Set just less than 30 miles west of New York, this classic and elegant venue is a picture-perfect location and setting for your New Jersey Wedding and culinary experiences.
Nanina’s in the Park located in Belleville, New Jersey is a premiere New Jersey Wedding Venue located less than 15 miles west of New York and with stunning ballrooms, this New Jersey Wedding Venue has received a stunning new face lift with their stunning Nanina’s in the Park Chapel now providing access for a stunning and romantic church ceremony all right on site. Visit their property and view a few romantic wedding photos captured by New Jersey Wedding photographer below.



The Pleasantdale Chateau is New Jersey’s #1 Luxury Wedding Venue. With the remarkable helipad, private pool, forty acres of gardens, rolling meadows and ponds, this historic estate is a rare find situated in Northern New Jersey and is 20 miles from New York providing you with the privacy, exclusivity and all yours for your best day ever. This picture-perfect New Jersey Wedding Venue offers exquisite sophistication with it’s masterful cuisine and stunning property with perfectly manicured grounds. Visit the Chateau for further details.
The Crystal Plaza, New Jersey’s pristine and luxurious wedding venues. Set in Livingston, New Jersey the Crystal Plaza is a picture-perfect setting for your classic, elegant, and luxurious New Jersey Wedding. From the immaculately manicured gardens, to the pristine, classic elegance ballrooms and atrium, and prep in the stunning Penthouse, Crystal Plaza is an absolutely spectacular setting for New Jersey Brides planning their New Jersey Weddings.
This one of a kind venue, The Legacy Castle, is majestic. Leading into the property and the gate this space offers that the refined, elegant, sophisticated, legendary statement. From it’s marble decor, and dramatic entryway of dueling staircases, decorated in gold leaf, immaculate chandeliers of ornate crystals, marble fountains, and beautifully manicured garden, The Legacy Castle is an exquisite location with ballrooms that can accommodate 1200 guests.











From the stunning and picture-perfect gardens, to crystal chandeliers, bright and airy grand entrances, to the stunning grand ballroom, romantic interior ceremony space to the lush garden ceremony, The Estate at Florentine Gardens New Jersey Wedding Venue located in River Vale, New Jersey is New Jersey’s Northern New Jersey’s Top Rated Wedding Venues. With an abundance of picture-perfect locations and the getting ready suites for the bride and groom, the Estate at Florentine Gardens offers a superior Wedding experience for the couples.
The Rockleigh is a picture-perfect venue in located in Rockleigh New Jersey just along the New York state border. This venue has stunning ballrooms accommodating, options for interior and exterior ceremonies nearby the stunning gardens and fountains with jaw-dropping cocktail hour displays and an abundance of offerings and global cuisine. View photos of their property below and visit The Rockleigh to view their stunning New Jersey Venue and their website for further details.









The Stone House at Stirling Ridge is a romantic Lodge has an abundance of modern and contemporary architecture, outdoor seating, and three event spaces: The Lodge, Grand Ballroom and The Town House. Nestled in the foothills of the mountains in Warren, New Jersey this destination is perfect for your wedding for that offers an cuisine designed by executive chef. Visit Stone House by Landmark Weddings.









The Ashford Estate is the picture-perfect destination for your Central New Jersey Wedding. Located in Allentown, New Jersey, this New Jersey Wedding Venue is situated perfectly between the New York, Jersey Shore, and Philadelphia for guests traveling from out of town.
The Ashford Estate offers an abundance of stunning locations for photographs. With prep from their stunning bridal salon and bridal suites, to the romantic lane, vows amongst the garden, to the ceremony in the romantic garden setting overlooking the lake … The Ashford Estate is picture-perfect! We love their cocktail hour and reception spaces. Timeless and elegant is the perfect description for their location as you will walk through your picture-perfect wedding day in awe at everything The Ashford Estate offers.
The reception space is absolutely awe-inspiring. With views overlooking the ceremony, the floor to ceiling high glass are prefect for watching the sunset from the sweet heart table on your wedding day or the fun moments unfold on dance floor as you and your guests create so many special memories that will be treasured for years to come.
Better yet, the after-party can be hosted right here at The Ashford Estate in the picturesque library with light bites and more.
With seating for up to 275 guests, and accommodations for 26 on site, you do not have to worry about those traveling from out of town and can have more fun at your after-party before slipping away to the guest suites in the evening for your wedding celebration to continue into night!













The Park Chateau Estate and Gardens, sister venue to Nanina’s in the Park, The Park Savoy Estate, and NEW The Chateau Grande Hotel, is a prestine and premiere New Jersey Wedding Venue located between Manhattan and Philadelphia. The New Jersey Wedding Venue is perfect for the elegant and refined wedding days. With the stunning architecture, picture-perfect suites for getting ready, romantic chapel, gorgeous gardens, and romantic reception spaces, the Park Chateau is a picture-perfect destination providing for a superior culinary experience and bringing wedding dreams to life.












The Avalon Yacht Club is a stunning South Jersey Bayfront property in Avalon, New Jersey. This South Jersey New Jersey Wedding Venue offers panoramic views and windows throughout the property. Their bright and airy ballroom provides picturesque views of the Atlantic and situated right beside the stunning pergola. With ceremonies and cocktail hours set at the Pergola, your ceremony will overlook the beautiful blue Atlantic Ocean with stunning views for miles. And the sunset is absolutely a dream at The Avalon Yacht Club. The sun sets over the Atlantic and we will work beside your AYC team to coordinate with the venue so we can sneak out for beautiful sunset photographs overlooking that stunning sunset along the bay!













Mallard Island Yacht Club is a stunning Southern New Jersey Wedding Venue located in Barnegat Bay, Manahawkin, New Jersey. Mallard Island Yacht Club is a picture-perfect destination for your wedding weekend. From the stunning suites as you step into your gown, to the romantic waterfront ocean setting, gardens, and interiors overlooking the Bay, Mallard Island Yacht Club is a dream. Share your vows overlooking the Atlantic and capture your stunning portraits of some of their many beautiful locations at the property.
As guests arrive at the property, they will be greeted with cocktails and introduced to your wedding experience with great hospitality. From their ceremony space over the bay, to the picturesque ballroom. Watch the sunset over the Atlantic from your sweetheart table and soak in all of the moments with epic views, superior service, and the stunning location at Mallard Island Yacht Club. Continue your wedding excitement into the evening with an after-party! Learn more about this South New Jersey Wedding Venue here and inquire today to check your date and for further details on our Wedding Photography services at the Mallard Island!
Bonnet Island Estate is a Luxury New Jersey Shore Estate venues managed by the Weddings of Distinction. This luxurious Jersey Shore Estate property overlooks the sprawling vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. The nautical, romantic and elegant estate is perfect for guests traveling from out of town for your wedding weekend. This South Jersey Wedding Venue hosts one wedding per day at their romantic boathouse chapel and ballroom. Stay overnight at their luxurious private guest suites overlooking the Atlantic and enjoy every moment in the stunning bridal suite. Soak in all the moments as you share your vows in their romantic boathouse chapel and watch the sunset along the Atlantic in the stunning ballroom with picture-perfect waterfront views for miles. With overnight accommodations, welcome your guests at the stunning coastal island estate for your picture-perfect wedding weekend.









The classic and historic Congress Hall is an iconic landmark located just steps away from the Atlantic Ocean in Cape May New Jersey. America’s first seaside resort, this iconic location is an American classic and picturesque backdrop for your wedding weekend. Relaxed, elegant, and luxurious, watch the ocean waves from the bridal suite as you sip on champagne and lite bites. This rich experience will be a wonderful experience for guests traveling from out of town and to experience the heart and beauty of historic Cape May, New Jersey.
Enjoy a day at the Sea Spa the morning of your wedding welcome party with your bridesmaids. Sip and enjoy with pool service and soak in summer at the Congress Hall pools.
It’s here! You’re officially married and so thrilled to celebrate with your guests. Host cocktail hour along the veranda as the sun begins to lower into the evening. As your guests enter and enjoy the abundance of passed lite bites watch the sun set over the Atlantic from the reception as you have your first dance together as husband and wife!
Continue your after party and sneak away into the bridal and groom suite as your first evening as husband and wife!
View their New Jersey Wedding Venue experiences, learn more about their weddings here and view our favorite New Jersey Weddings that we have captured at the Congress Hall below.









Michelle Behre is a Wedding Photographer based in New Jersey. Michelle specializes in romantic, timeless, and sophisticated weddings. Her fine art photography style is the perfect blend of editorial, documentary, and photojournalism. On wedding days, Michelle captures the excitement as the champagne pours, picture-perfect New Jersey events, romantic portraits, and moments in-between. Are you recently engaged and planning your wedding? Michelle accepts a limited amount of weddings per year. Inquire to learn about our New Jersey and destination wedding Photography services and availability today.
Wedding Photography: Michelle Behre Photography
Inquire today to learn all about our New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, California, and destinations beyond Wedding Photography services. We can assist you in photographing your day. Inquire with Michelle for availability and more details, today.
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May 2, 2024
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Michele and Tom’s romantic Crossed Keys Estate wedding was set at the picturesque Crossed Keys Estate overlooking stunning gardens and the beautiful space at the estate, The Farmhouse on a picture-perfect October day.
Their day was encapsulated of so much laughter, joy, humor, and light-heartedness. A few of our favorite moments include the stunning bridal reveal during Michele and Tom’s first look and their romantic garden portraits. There are so many stunning portraits here we cannot wait to share! View their romantic Crossed Eyes Estate Andover New Jersey wedding captured by Crossed Keys Estate New Jersey Wedding Photographer, Michelle Behre and featured in Loverly.
View Michele and Tom’s romantic Central Park Engagement Session.
In the heart of Sussex County, Crossed Keys Estate is located in Andover New Jersey. Andover is 21 square miles of sprawling vistas in the heart of the Northern New Jersey. The perfect weekend getaway to the country from the city just 50 miles west of Manhattan.
Crossed Keys Estate hosts the perfect weekend wedding getaway. For overnight stay for your immediate family at the Crossed Keys Inn, to prep located right on the property at the parlor and Playhouse, and stunning planning and floral design and decor bringing your wedding day vision to life, Crossed Keys Estate does New Jersey Weddings.

Check out just a few of our favorite moments captured from Michele and Tom’s wedding day captured by Luxury New Jersey Wedding Photographer, Michelle Behre.
There are so many favorite moments. We absolutely adored the joy and laughter captured in the bridal suite. Hair and makeup finishing touches were complete by MG Hair and Makeup near her gown. Before her first look we captured a few beautiful bridal portraits of our beautiful bride.





The Estate is breathtaking. A few favorites include the stunning lane with beautiful perspectives of nature and the stunning magnolia tree that sweeps over perfectly….Wow! Crossed Keys Estate is the picture-perfect New Jersey Wedding Venue. After their first look, we captured their stunning portraits. Check out a few of our favorites below! Is it just me or is this couple absolutely stunning? Obsessed!







Time to explore the stunning and picturesque gardens. We love that little pop of purple of Michele’s Loeffer Randalls and royal blue of her stunning heirloom engagement band by Andria Barbone.. so timeless!







Furthermore, with the first look, wedding party and immediate family portraits were captured prior to the ceremony. We love the joyful and lighthearted energy here. All the laughs, smiles! Great vibes and energy always. The couple enjoyed their time together as the guests arrived. It is always a joy to capture the moments of the family and couple oversee their loved ones arrive from the Playhouse bridal suite!
View photographs from this stunning Crossed Keys Estate Andover, New Jersey wedding below!










Their ceremony was set at the garden at Crossed Keys Estate. Their ceremony start time aligned beautifully with the sunset. A few laughs and tears were shed at the altar. Better yet, Michele and Tom shared their emotive vows during golden hour. So dreamy! The couple signed and sealed in the Playhouse. Now time to enjoy their cocktail hour with their family and best friends at the stunning Conservatory Cocktail Hour space!
















A few of my favorites from their day include the emotive candid moments, romantic and editorial portraits, and the laughs shared of the wedding party at the lane at the picture-perfect Crossed Keys Estate. A few additional favorites of ours include their time shared on the dance floor with their family and best friends and their hilarious toasts celebrated with the brothers of the groom welcoming the bride to the family! What a joyful wedding day captured at Crossed Keys Estate Andover New Jersey!







View Michele and Tom’s romantic fall Central Park New York engagement session on the blog and their wedding featured in Loverly. Check your date today as Michelle only accepts a limited amount of weddings per year.
Michelle Behre is based in Northern New Jersey nestled 10 miles from Crossed Keys Estate. Michelle specializes in romantic, timeless, and sophisticated weddings. Her fine art photography style is the perfect blend of editorial and documentary photography capturing the excitement as the champagne pours to your picture-perfect New Jersey ceremony and reception. Are you recently engaged and planning your wedding? We accept a limited amount of weddings per year. Inquire to learn about our New Jersey and destination wedding photography services and availability.
Bride chemise: Flora Nikrooz
Bridesmaids Dresses Boutique: Bella Bridesmaids
Bridesmaids Dresses: Jenny Yoo NYC
Bridal Gown Boutique: Anthropologie Weddings
Bridal Gown Designer – Look 2: Watters Designs
Bride robe: The Robe UA
Bridesmaid PJs: Birdy Grey
Crossed Keys Estate Andover New Jersey Wedding Photographer: Michelle Behre Photography
Crossed Keys Estate Andover New Jersey Wedding Videography: 4K Wedding Videographer
DJ / Band / Ceremony Music: Chuck Russo Pro DJ
Engagement Ring Designer: Andria Barbone Jewelry
Florist: Crossed Keys Designs
Groom Tux: The Black Tux
Hairpiece: Twigs and Honey
Makeup and Hair Stylist: MG Hair and Makeup
Custom Cocktail Napkins: Brodie Bee Studio
New Jersey Wedding Venue & New Jersey Caterer: Crossed Keys Estate
Officiant: Jeremy Gittelman (family)
Stationary Designer: Michelle Kurzner
Shoes: Loeffler Randall
Transportation: Passaic Valley Coaches
Wedding Bands Designer: Marrow Fine
Photo Booth: Metro Photo Bus
Inquire today to learn all about our Crossed Keys Estate Andover New Jersey wedding photography services. Visit Crossed Keys Estate New Jersey to find more information about this location. We can assist you in photographing your romantic countryside wedding at Crossed Keys Estate! Inquire with Michelle for availability and more details, today.
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November 4, 2023
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Julia and Josephs classic Cape May wedding was set at the picturesque Congress Hall Cape May overlooking the Atlantic on a picture-perfect September day.
Their day was encapsulated of fleeting emotions, and from their stunning reveal as Julia walked down the aisle with her father to the moments shared on the beaches of Cape May and to their romantic wedding party portraits. There are so many goodies we love to share! Check out this classic and romantic Congress Hall Cape May wedding captured by New Jersey Wedding Photographer, Michelle Behre.
In the heart of historic Cape May Congress Hall is a picture-perfect landmark and waterfront venue perfect for your classic and romantic New Jersey Wedding. Congress Hall overlooks the Atlantic Ocean with three stories of views, an incredible cocktail hour at the Veranda with displays and bar(s) for days, as the cocktail hour continues the sun sets over the beautiful Atlantic! So perfect! Congress Hall Cape May hosts beautiful wedding days! Check out just a few of our favorite moments captured from Julia and Josephs wedding day captured by Luxury New Jersey Wedding Photographer, Michelle Behre!
A few of our favorite moments include bridal prep and the girls getting ready together. Once hair and makeup was set, we captured beautiful portraits in their pjs at the veranda moments before Julia stepped into her gown! Isn’t our bride absolutely glowing? Congress Hall Cape May hosts beautiful views at their location. As Julia stepped into her gown, we took a peek outside to see the beautiful Atlantic.

Moments following, we had an emotional bridal reveal with our very special bridal party and the father of the bride! Moments thereafter, we made our way over to the ceremony. Our bride’s father helped with her gown as they stepped into the Moke.

Their ceremony took place at the Our Lady Star and a few tears were shed as Julia approached the love of her life at the altar. Their Roman Catholic ceremony was captured beautifully in celebrationof the newlyweds with a beautiful grand exit. Before return to Congress Hall Cape May a few newlywed portraits were captured at the beach.

A few of my favorites from their day include the emotive candid moments, romantic and editorial portraits, and the stunning captures of the wedding party at the stunning Congress Hall Cape May. A few additional favorites of ours include their emotive and choreographed first dance! So romantic! What a picture-perfect Congress Hall Cape May New Jersey wedding!



View photographs from this stunning Congress Hall Cape May, New Jersey wedding below!



Michelle Behre is based in New Jersey. Michelle specializes in romantic, timeless, and sophisticated weddings. Her fine art photography style is the perfect blend of editorial and documentary photography capturing the excitement as the champagne pours to your picture-perfect New Jersey ceremony and reception. Are you recently engaged and planning your wedding? We accept a limited amount of weddings per year. Inquire to learn about our New Jersey and destination wedding photography services and availability.
Cape May New Jersey Wedding Photography: Michelle Behre Photography captured for Denise Marie Photography Associates.
Bridesmaid Dresses: Jenny Yoo New York
Bridal Hair and Makeup: Taffeta Salon
Bridal Gown: Kleinfelds Bridal
Designer: Rebecca Schoneveld New York
Engagement Ring: Queen May Jewelry
Flowers: Cape May Flower Co.
Groom Tux: Alan David Custom New York
Groomsmen tuxes: The Black Tux
Wedding Rings: Marks Jewelers
Venue: Congress Hall Cape May
Videography: Clutch Shot Pro
Transportation: Moke
Inquire today to learn all about our New Jersey and destination Philadelphia engagement and wedding photography services. Visit Congress Hall Cape May New Jersey to find more information about this location. We can assist you in photographing your romantic seaside wedding at Congress Hall Cape May! Inquire with Michelle for availability and more details, today.
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October 23, 2023
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With cheerful energy, a contagious smile, and an intentional eye, award-winning celebrity New Jersey wedding and commercial photographer, Michelle Behre, captures love stories to stand the test of time.
She uses her refined fine art photography skills to expertly capture the wedding day. From the excitement as the champagne pours to your picture-perfect portraits, Michelle expertly blends editorial documentary, and photojournalism photography in fine art curation of your special wedding events and day.
She confidently empowers each client who steps in front of her lens. During your time together, she illuminates your personalities, genuine compassion, and captures the joy that you and your families bring to one another in an unobtrusive fashion.