April 19, 2011 marked an extraordinary day for several Wagner College students from The Wedding Planning Institute partnership with world renowned event designer Preston Bailey and the fabulous Marissa Mortimer New York wedding and event planner and owner of Lavish Occasions.  Meeting Preston was such an privilege, but these students were on the edge of their seats elated with the generous knowledge he shared with us in his New York City office that afternoon.  It’s easy to see why this man is a genius.  Beyond his genuine candor, and industry advice, he wanted to get to know each and every one of us, myself included.  As a New York Wedding Photographer, meeting Preston was such an honor.  Preston took us for a tour of his magnificent three level offices, and as you can see this office is elegant and luxurious.

(I couldn’t resist making this portrait extra special!  Preston continues to be an inspiration to so many of us.)

Here are a few more photos taken throughout the day.  As you can see there is much work to be done behind the glamorous facade.

As if a day with Preston wasn’t grand enough, he surprised us with another treat mentioning our visit to his NYC office in his blog here: http://blog.prestonbailey.com/2011/04/26/a-behind-the-scenes-tour-of-my-studio-with-wagner-college/.  It was such an honor to be included on his blog which is highly respected in the industry.  Here’s one more portrait of our lovely group of Wagner College students with New York Wedding Planner Marissa Mortimer and world renowned event designer Preston Bailey.

Such a fabulous day! If Preston ever wanted to meet again, we’d happily oblige.   Right ladies?