Photographing an AirBnB Elopement in the Catskills

When Kirsten reached out with questions about wedding photography in midsummer, she said she had a few special requests. She found Jonathan Ment Photography on Yelp, and had checked out some of my sample galleries at jonathanment.com Was it too late to book for 2021? Could I serve as a witness? Would I or could … Continue reading Photographing an AirBnB Elopement in the Catskills

Save the Date

  It’s engagement season folks - and that means you’re getting married! Congratulations!! I guess there are two basic approaches: Nailing down the date shortly after somebody pops the question and somebody else says ‘I do.’ Loving the feeling of knowing it’s going to happen but not rushing to decide when. I’ve known couples that … Continue reading Save the Date

Family Reunions

I think when folks hear ‘wedding photographer’ they don’t immediately think ‘family reunion’ photographer, but what is a wedding, but a gathering of friends and family. Each year I photograph a number of gatherings – of friends, of families and of friends and families (weddings) this year, that was more true than ever. Sometimes the … Continue reading Family Reunions

A Beautiful Proposition

I’ve always said short notice is no problem. If you or someone you know needs photography – whether next year or next week, it never hurts to ask. Recently a short-notice booking made for one of the most memorable sessions of the year. Many folks plan weddings as much as a year or more in … Continue reading A Beautiful Proposition

What Lurks Below

I’m a practical sort. I wear a hat and gloves, and sometimes even a scarf. I favor raincoats or - often a wide-brimmed hat over an umbrella but I keep a big golf umbrella in the car regardless – it comes in handy against a harsh midday sun as well as rain. I like to … Continue reading What Lurks Below