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RANDI ROBERTS PHOTOGRAPHY

Moody Couples Photoshoot in the Rain | Manhattan, New York

Couples Photography

As the city skyline disappeared into the mist, Alyssa and Miguel enjoyed a moody couples photoshoot to celebrate their first wedding anniversary in New York City. They wanted to memorialize the way they feel during their young years together and the free-spirited fun they have.  Undeterred by the drizzle, they decided to make the most of their photoshoot that would not only capture their love but also the moody charm of the city.

A Moody Couples Moment in the Clouds

The Brooklyn Bridge, shrouded in a soft mist, served as the first location for their session. Dressed in casual outfits that echoed the vibrant energy of their personalities, Alyssa couldn’t resist injecting pops of pink into her ensemble, creating a striking contrast against the muted cityscape. The rainy fog enveloped them, adding an ethereal quality to the images as they strolled hand in hand, creating timeless moments against the iconic backdrop.

Embracing the atmospheric conditions, we decided to play up the cloudy ambiance surrounding the Brooklyn Bridge, turning the mist into a poetic backdrop for their love story. The resulting images were not just photographs; they were visual narratives, each frame telling a tale of a love that stood strong against the rain.

A Rainy Afternoon in West Village

The adventure continued in the charming West Village, where we first ran through the streets of the neighborhood. As we captured playful moments of them together, we also caught the hazy light of the taxis whizzing by. Then we found refuge in a retro cocktail bar named Bandits. Changing into their second outfits, Alyssa donned a dazzling pink sequin dress, while Miguel embraced a stylish teal blue suit. The choice of attire was meant to memorialize their time together while young.

At Bandits, we experimented with a mixture of direct flash and ambient lighting, crafting images that mirrored the eclectic vibe of the retro bar. The staff there was so kind to us and they let us take up a booth for some photos and then we moved out to their outdoor seating for even more editorial and moody vibes. Finally, we captured a beautiful moment in the rain as the night sky had fallen and Miguel and Alyssa shared a short dance together on a sidewalk in West Village.

For more Rainy Inspiration check out this rainy Brooklyn Bridge Photoshoot.

Cozy moment between couple during a moody couples photoshoot.
Moody and cozy moment on the Brooklyn Bridge between a couple.
A couple walks along the Brooklyn Bridge on a cloudy day with the fog surrounding the bridge.
A couple playfully walks along the Brooklyn Bridge as it's surrounded by a rainy fog.
A couple playfully hangs from the cables of the Brooklyn Bridge.
A couple cuddles together atop the side of the Brooklyn Bridge as a rainy mist surrounds them.
A couple sits atop the side of the Brooklyn Bridge as a rainy mist surrounds them.
A man whispers to his wife while sitting atop the Brooklyn Bridge as a rainy mist surrounds them.
A woman snuggly leans onto her husband on a sidewalk in West Village with cars whizzing by in the background.
A woman snuggly leans onto her husband on a sidewalk in West Village.
A man playfully lifts his wife on his back on the charming streets of West Village.
While sitting on a moody brownstone stoop, a couple shares a little snuggle.
Woman falls into her husband's arms and he lovingly holds her.
A moody couples photoshoot resulting in them running through the streets of West Village in the rain.
A candid moment of laughter between a couple in a retro cocktail bar in Manhattan.
A candid and colorful moment between a couple in a retro cocktail bar in Manhattan.
A man loving kisses his wife's shoulder while they share a drink in a retro cocktail bar in West Village.
A couple share a moody moment in a warm, retro cocktail bar in west village.
A man loving kisses his wife's shoulder while they share a drink in a retro cocktail bar in West Village.
A couple shares a kiss behind the Bandits menu while enjoying this cozy cocktail bar.
A couple playfully sits in the outdoor seating of Bandits in West Village.
A couple playfully sits in the outdoor seating of Bandits in West Village giving editorial vibes.
A couple shares a dance in the rain on the sidewalk in West Village