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Based in New Jersey, Francesca is a wedding photographer specializing in Catholic, estate, and coastal weddings throughout New Jersey and the East Coast. She is drawn to weddings rooted in family and tradition.

Her approach blends gentle direction with genuine moments, creating photographs that feel natural yet refined. She photographs weddings with the understanding that the people in the photographs matter just as much as the photographs themselves. The result is imagery that feels just as meaningful years from now as it does today.

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Asbury Park Beach + Boardwalk | Asbury Park, NJ

Adriana and Marc’s engagement session felt relaxed, natural, and full of heart. We spent the evening in Asbury Park, moving between the boardwalk, the beach, and the city’s artsy corners. It was the perfect setting for a session that reflected who they are together.

Even more special, their baby girl, Skylar, joined us for the session. It was her very first time in front of the camera, and she absolutely stole the show.

How They Met

Adriana and Marc met online and chose Asbury Park for their very first date. What started as a simple coffee meet-up quickly turned into hours of conversation, with neither of them realizing how much time had passed.

After their date, Adriana headed to the beach to meet her cousin. Marc stopped by later that same day just to see her again. Their second date followed soon after, and from there, their connection continued to grow naturally through shared time and easy conversation.

The Proposal

Although Adriana knew an engagement was coming, the timing and setting were a surprise. After their first ultrasound appointment and a visit to Adriana’s parents’ home, Marc proposed in her childhood backyard.

The proposal happened on a day already filled with joy and emotion. Celebrating both their growing family and their engagement made the moment feel especially meaningful and personal.

Their Asbury Park Beach Engagement Session

Asbury Park was the perfect backdrop for Adriana and Marc’s engagement session. The boardwalk added a relaxed, coastal feel, while the beach created space for quieter moments together.

Throughout the session, Adriana and Marc felt completely at ease. Their connection came through naturally, with moments of laughter, movement, and calm in between. Nothing felt staged. Instead, the focus stayed on capturing how they interact and enjoy being together.

Having Skylar there made the session even more special. Adriana and Marc moved so naturally as parents, blending family photos with portraits of just the two of them. Skylar did amazing for her first photo session and brought so much warmth to the evening.

Their Fall Wedding at the Molly Pitcher Inn

Adriana and Marc are planning a fall wedding at the Molly Pitcher Inn, and their engagement session felt like the perfect lead-up. Their day will be a celebration not only of their love, but of the family they are building together.

If their engagement session is any indication, their wedding day will be filled with connection, intention, and so much joy. I cannot wait to celebrate with them and capture what’s next.