Bride and groom kissing during their first dance
Wedding ceremony with Catskill Mountains in the background
bride and her maid of honor running away to change the dress

Sabotaging insincere photography with passion, experiences, and human connection.

Explore the Process with Aesthetic Sabotage

Aesthetic Sabotage is about

  • a personable approach that goes beyond just taking photos on a wedding day

  • an authentic, inclusive, and heartwarming visual narrative of your wedding or elopement

  • a balanced mix of candid shots, uninterrupted moments, and lovely family portraits with the photographer that makes everyone feel at ease

  • photographs that are meaningful to you and your family

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IN AN OCEAN FULL OF EXPECTATIONS AND DIFFERENT OPTIONS, THE MOST RELIABLE CHOICE IS ALWAYS THE ONE THAT’S TRUE TO YOU BOTH. CREATE A WAY TO CELEBRATE YOUR AUTHENTICITY AND EXPLORE YOUR WILDEST DREAMS WITH THOSE WHO YOU LOVE.

I capture weddings and elopements in photos & video.
I believe in authenticity and transparency.

You plan a wedding or elopement, and I want to connect with you, learn a bit (or a lot) about who you are and your vision for the day, and then help you remember it forever in the most meaningful way.

BASED IN New York
AVAILABLE — WORLDWIDE

bride and groom walking on the Brooklyn Bridge in wedding attire

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a wedding video that is true to you

I never understood the obsession with production-like wedding films. They are either cheesy and outdated or over-developed, imitating MTV clips.

At some point, I decided to try filming weddings & elopements myself. I liked the result.

Now I offer hybrid collections with photo & video, as well as video-only packages.

seaside village of Cinque Terre in Italy

WHERE TO begin?
SOME STEPS TO CONSIDER

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Evaluate
Evaluate

Evaluate.

Asking yourself the right questions is half of the evaluation phase. The where, the when, and what’s the budget should be addressed first. Brainstorm the ideas together! Listen to each other and start looking for vendors.

Location scouting
Location scouting

Find a location.

Deciding on the location is your next big step. If you choose to elope, I can help you narrow down the ceremony sites so that you can have Plan A, B, and C.

If you are having a wedding, booking your dream venue is important, but try to get in touch with your dream vendors before locking the date with the venue to ensure your favorite vendors are available for your date.

Book me!
Book me!

Book Aesthetic Sabotage.

As much as I’d love to serve all couples who reach out to me, the reality is that my calendar gets filled with bookings quickly. Reach out to me about your date and your plans as soon as possible. The booking process with me is smooth and easy.

Reach out to other vendors
Reach out to other vendors

Reach out to other vendors.

Do you feel a bit lost with the planning process? Need a list of vendors? I will happily provide you with the list of the best vendors in the area, be it in New York, Colorado, or Portugal.

Time to create a dream team for your celebration.

Celebrate your love
Celebrate your love

Celebrate your love in the most meaningful and beautiful way. It’s one of the best days of your life. Make it count. I will be there to capture it all for you.

Elopement & wedding Guides

condensed knowledge and experience

an elopement ceremony in Wagner Cove in Central Park

Elopement in Central Park, NY

WITH AEsthetic sabotage, YOU CAN FORGET ABOUT THE NERVES OF WHAT’S NEXT.

I offer a straightforward process from the moment you inquire via my Contact page to the delivery of your gallery. Also, I will share my guides & questionnaires with you before we meet to take photographs.

Do you have specific questions about your elopement?

5 Great Reasons to Elope

  • It’s just all about the two of you!

    You don’t have to deal with people you don’t want to see. You don’t have to invite strangers to your celebrations because your parents want to see their friends. You get to invite only those who you really want to be by your side.

  • You can forget about formalities

    Say ‘No’ to outdated traditions and formalities that don’t make your heart happy. Say ‘Yes’ to your own traditions as unique as your heart.

  • It’s friendly with your budget and sanity!

    You don’t need to spend nearly as much as an average couple spends on a traditional wedding celebration. You don’t need to waste months of your life planning a one-day party.

  • You get to go on an exciting journey

    Whether it’s New York, Los Angeles, or Moab, it will be a wonderful multi-day experience.

  • You’ll experience chills and connection all the way

    With everything mentioned above, there is no way for you not to feel the deepest connection with your better half. It’s the best way to start your life-long endeavor.

 
“The simple honesty that expressed itself”
 
bride and groom about to kiss each other in a karaoke club in Brooklyn
 
engaged couple sitting on a pile of dry leaves in Central Park
 
bride lifted on a chair during reception dances
 
bride and groom walking after the ceremony and smiling into the camera
 

EXPLORING THE

AUTHENTIC WAY

TO CELEBRATE YOUR

LOVE STORY

IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE YOU, then AEsthetic Sabotage is for you

 
bride sitting on a couch holding a colorful wedding bouquet

What I value & live for

Human Connection

Authenticity

Spontaneity & Romance

Testimonials

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Matt & Gee
Matt & Gee

We engaged Vital as our photographer for our NYC elopement and couldn't be happier with our choice. The booking process was easy - we submitted an enquiry form and Vital got back to us promptly.

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Naomi & Ari
Naomi & Ari

We cannot express our love and admiration for you and your work enough. You were truly such a professional, calming force for us and our loved ones on our wedding day. You captured our wedding day in the most vulnerable, beautiful, authentic, and artistic way. And for that - we are forever grateful.

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Laura & Ed
Laura & Ed

1000000000% hire Vital.
Everyone's aesthetic is different so answer yourself this question first: Do you like the aesthetic of Vital's photos? If that answer is "yes," then ABSOLUTELY HIRE VITAL!

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Bryant & Tuyet
Bryant & Tuyet

WOW. Every. Single. One. Of these pictures. These are absolutely incredible and we really don't have any words to describe how happy we are and in love seeing these.

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Alexandra & Harry
Alexandra & Harry

My husband and I didn’t want to do the endless-posing-for-hours thing on our wedding day, and Vital allowed us to stay present at the moment, soak in all the memories, and completely forget a photographer was in the room (which is exactly what we wanted).

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Ryan & Catherine
Ryan & Catherine

We met V on the day at the venue and he made everything so easy. He snapped around us whilst we were getting married and got special family shots too. In a nice way, we didn’t really talk very much before the ceremony - but this was a good thing. It also showed V’s professionalism and skill. Once we had finished, we started our walk around Central Park, where we started talking a little more. V made us feel really comfortable and we felt very looked after. Especially as it was super hot!

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F.A.Q.

  • How can we book you?

    A signed contract and a paid retainer fee of $1000 are required to hold the date. The retainer fee is $1000 for weddings and elopements. Inquire through my Contact page and I will get back to you within 48 hours.

  • Do you travel, and what are your travel fees?

    HECK YES! I’d love to be part of your celebration – no matter where it will take place. I have destination packages for the US, Europe, and the rest of the world. Inquire and share your plans with me.

  • Do you work on your own or with an assistant?

    2/3 of weddings I cover solo. However, for larger weddings with 100+ guests, I would recommend including a second shooter in your wedding package. A second shooter takes care of guests during cocktail hour, captures your ceremony from a different angle, and helps me with the most creative shots.

  • How long will it take to see our pictures?

    My turnaround time varies by season. Typically, you’ll be able to view your photos online about 4-6 weeks after your elopement/wedding. Within one week, you can also expect to receive a sneak peek gallery to share with your friends and family while waiting for the full gallery.

  • What’s your backup plan if you can’t photograph our wedding as planned?

    I will do my best to be present on your day. I’ve never missed a wedding or an engagement session. But emergencies/accidents/acts of god may happen. That's why I have a backup plan shared with my associate and my family. I am a member of the professional wedding photographers’ community that is ready to step in should I need a substitute photographer. You won't be left without a professional photographer on your wedding day, even if I'm absolutely unable to come to you.

  • Can we see your full wedding galleries?

    Of course! Here is my portfolio: https://vitalwilsh.pic-time.com/portfolio