Venue Spotlights: Hidden Gems We Love Photographing in New York

Venue Spotlights: Hidden Gems We Love Photographing in New York

At Apollo Fields, we’ve worked with couples at venues across New York—from vineyards in the Hamptons to rustic Catskills hideaways, to Brooklyn’s coolest boutique hotels. These venues aren’t just backdrops—they’re collaborators in creating weddings that feel deeply unique.

Arrow Park – Monroe, NY

We’ve captured intimate celebrations at Arrow Park, where a secluded lakeside mansion and season-shifting woodlands set a cinematic tone. One of our favorite shoots there was an early summer wedding filled with string-lit reflections on the water and first looks framed by ivy-clad stone.

Blue Hill at Stone Barns – Pocantico Hills, NY

It was such a thrill when we returned to photograph at Blue Hill at Stone Barns—a venue we’d first seen on Chef’s Table. We've captured editorial-style details among verdant gardens, architecture that pairs seamlessly with natural light, and beautifully plated dinner moments that tell the full, sensory story of love and place.

Wölffer Estate Vineyard – Sagaponack, NY

We’ve had the privilege of photographing vineyard weddings at Wölffer Estate Vineyard, where rows of vines meet Tuscan-inspired architecture. Think golden-hour ceremonies framed by endless vineyards and terraced celebrations that feel more romantic escape than Long Island winery.

Crow’s Nest – Montauk, NY

At The Crow’s Nest, our lens found every corner bursting with texture—from Moroccan rugs and candlelit layers to open skies over Montauk’s lake. We’ve chased spontaneous dancing onto the lawn at sunset and captured laughter grounded in the venue’s carefree, bohemian energy.

Hotel Lilien – Tannersville, NY

Hotel Lilien in the Catskills is like stepping into an artful daydream. We’ve photographed reception moments that unfold among retro furniture, bold wallpaper, and mountain views—venues that feel refreshingly eclectic and quietly intimate.

Vanderbilt Museum – Centerport, NY

Our work at the Vanderbilt Museum tapped historic grandeur—Spanish Revival architecture, sweeping gardens, and terraces overlooking Northport Bay. Every image felt like it could live as a painting, rich with timeless detail and romantic scale.

The Wythe Hotel – Brooklyn, NY

We’ve also shot effortlessly cool Brooklyn weddings at The Wythe Hotel. Industrial brick, skyline views, and artfully modern interiors set the tone for city-centric celebrations—with portraits that feel editorial yet intimate, capturing the soul of Brooklyn’s creative pulse.

Why We Love These Venues

Each of these spots is more than just a venue—it’s a character in your story. From waterfront reflections at Arrow Park to vineyard sunsets at Wölffer, these places let us collaborate with texture, light, and place to create photographs that speak to authenticity and individuality.

Ready to Create Something Different?

If you’re planning your celebration at one of these hidden gems or a venue with equal character, we’d love to bring our cinematic, editorial approach to telling your story.

Get in touch with Apollo Fields to talk about your day.

Venue Credits

• Arrow Park – Monroe, NY

• Blue Hill at Stone Barns – Pocantico Hills, NY

• Wölffer Estate Vineyard – Sagaponack, NY

• Crow’s Nest – Montauk, NY

• Hotel Lilien – Tannersville, NY

• Vanderbilt Museum – Centerport, NY

• The Wythe Hotel – Brooklyn, NY