Michael Gallitelli Photographer

December 29,2012
Kristen and Tim, their story a more to come…

Wedding: Jessica and John
They did not stop smiling all day, even when their picture wasn’t being taken! Whatever we asked of them they were willing and enthusiastic! The perfect blend of two people with the same love for each other and their families!

Venue: The Glen Sanders Mansion, Scotia NY
Banquet Manager Jill and her staff always go above and beyond for your very special day! Consistent quality from the food to the way the room looks, and everything in-between is their goal!

Music: DJ Nate/Piano Man
WOW Nate! He had that dance floor packed with happy people dancing their feet off non-stop!

Florist: Price Chopper, Clifton Park, Marget
Consistent quality and creativity

Hair and makeup: A & Company

Ceremony: St. Ambrose Church, Latham New York

Somebody needs to pinch me to make sure I am not dreaming! Why you ask; because we have consistently had the most amazing brides and grooms!
This weekend was no exception! Jessica, looked gorgeous from hair and make-up to her beautiful gown and shoes! At her parents house we took advantage of the
well groomed garden for pictures before we took off for the church. We found John at the church beaming with anticipation for the arrival of his bride-to-be! After the ceremony we time to spare,
so we went to the Colonie Park for some fun bridal party shots! From there we finished up the photos over by the Mohawk River,
at The Glen Sanders Mansion boat docks, a favorite spot for the newlyweds!
Everyone was enjoying the cocktail hour until it was time to really get this party started! Not only did guests enjoy the amazing food, wedding cake and dessert display, everyone was going to be treated to something very special! After the wedding party and Jessica and John were announced, the surprise danced into the ballroom………a beautiful belly dancer dressed in her traditional costume! The crowd went wild and after all the formalities, she performed several traditional dances for everyone to enjoy!
It was a magical night that was non-stop laughter, fun, dancing and happiness!
We sincerely want to thank you Jessica and John for this amazing opportunity to capture this day with you and your loving families!
Congratulations!

Michael and Nancy

Private Home, Loudonville
Shelby and Joe’s Wedding
Saturday, July 10th 2011

Shelby and Joe could not have asked for a more perfect day for their amazing summer wedding at the home of Shelby’s parents. We arrived to find everyone in place for this wonderful day! Mark Delos and his staff from Mansion Catering were in the throws of setting the patio for the cocktail hour and preparing the dinner that will entice anybody’s discriminating taste palate.
As we entered the house, we were greeted by Deryck De Matas the floral designer/ wedding planner extraordinaire! He designed and planned every aspect of this wedding except to pick out Shelby’s stunning Vera Wang dress and gorgeous pink shoes! Walking into the tent where the guests would be dining was transformed into a tropical paradise! The floral arrangements, the lighting, the linens,
were just breathtaking! Deryck left nothing to the imagination, it was all there for everyone to enjoy! Even the cake was like nothing we have ever seen before thanks to Crisan Bakery and Edible Art Gallery. I must also mention Karen Lawrence and her Band for keeping the party going!

Thank you Shelby, Joe, Marilyn and Peter for allowing us be part of this magnificent day!
We truly enjoyed spending time with you and your family!
Congratulations!

Michael and Nancy

Glen Sanders Mansion
Friday February 5,2010
Amy and John's Wedding

A chilly day in February outside, yet warm and cozy inside in the newly
renovated Sanders Suite where Amy was getting ready for her special day! After a
slight case of normal pre-wedding jitters, Amy was in her dress looking gorgeous
and ready to get to St. Joseph's Church to start her new life with her best
friend John!  Back at the Mansion Chef Will and banquet staff were busy getting
ready to wow Amy, John and their guests to a spectacular array of culinary
flavors that were both pleasing to the eyes and the palate. The ballroom looked
beautiful thanks in part to Price Chopper in Latham for providing all the
flowers.  After all the formalities,  DJ Paul Malo kept this party going from
beginning to end!
We totally enjoyed working with Amy, John and their families and wish them many
years of happiness together!

Michael and Nancy

The Glen Sanders Mansion
Saturday, January 2,2010
Annemarie and Mark's Wedding

I can't think of a better way to start off the new year except to be part of
Annemarie and Mark's wedding!  I think we had as much fun as the family and
friends of the bride and groom.  As nervous and excited as Annemarie was, she
had everything planned out for her very special day.  She looked beautiful from
head to toe and her pictures certainly did not show her nerves.  When we met
Mark at the exquisite St. John's Church in Schenectady, he too had a case of the
jitters, but he looked quite handsome in his blue suit!   After friends and
family were treated to a choral singer and moving service, we were back at The
Glen Sanders Mansion where quests were treated to a magnificent spread of a huge
array of cocktails and appetizers.  

We just want to thank Annemarie, Mark and their entire family for allowing us to
be part of this very happy day and we wish you many years of happiness!  

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Glen Sanders Mansion, Scotia New York
December 12,2009
Kelly & Brian's Wedding

Weddings in December can be rather tricky when it comes to the weather and the
cold, but when the bride and groom love snow, it makes life easier when you want
to go outside and take pictures!
We started out the day at the Glen Sanders Mansion Inn where Kelly was getting
ready.  She looked beautiful as she posed like a professional in front of the
camera along with the entire wedding party.
From there we met Brian and his groomsmen at the church while they waited for
Kelly and the girls to arrive.  After a beautiful ceremony, we were back at the
Glen Sanders Mansion where family and friends were treated to an amazing
cocktail hour, followed by a delicious dinner.  After two emotional parent
dances, Nick Madelone the DJ for the evening, had everyone up on their feet
dancing the rest of the night!
We just want to thank Kelly, Brian and their friends and family for allowing us
to be a part of their very happy wedding day!  It was truly a pleasure working
with you and we wish you health and happiness for the New Year and your new life
together!

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Glen Sanders Mansion
Sunday, August 16th, 2009
Meghann and Kyle’s Wedding

Sunday had to be one of the hottest days in August, but when we arrived at Meg’s family home,
everyone was cool and calm as they prepared to get ready for their daughter’s special day. Meg looked beautiful as she walked into the family room knowing that in just a couple of hours her dream will come true!
At the church two handsome guys, Kyle and his brother Justin were waiting patiently while family and friends were gathering to witness this happy young couple say I do. The ceremony was perfect and now we are off to The Glen Sanders Mansion. As we arrived guests were escorted to the patio overlooking the Mohawk River as they experienced a magnificent array of cocktails and hordeurves.  The ballroom looked
spectacular with beautiful floral arrangements and bags of heather for quests to take home as favors.  Nate from Piano Man DJ Productions introduced the excited wedding party into the room and this party got started!  After all the formalities and an emotional speech from the father of the bride, everyone especially all the kids, were dancing the night away!
Thank you Meghann and Kyle for letting us be a part of your celebration!
Michael and Nancy

Glen Sanders Mansion
Saturday, August 8th, 2009
Kelly and Dan’s Wedding

What a spectacular day Kelly and Dan had for this happy fun loving couple! The weather was picture perfect with awesome cloud formations and no humidity. Kelly looked beautiful in her strapless white wedding dress and stunning pink shoes!

At the church Dan looked handsome as he anticipated the arrival of his bride-to-be, anxiously waiting to start their new life together. After the ceremony, we were off to the Glen Sanders Mansion, overlooking the Mohawk River. No matter what centerpieces are used or what color linens are covering the tables, the grand ballroom can be transformed into any brides dream wedding. As soon as the introductions were complete, the guests were treated to a very emotional father/daughter dance followed by dinner.  The food, the ambiance and the service at the Mansion is always outstanding. Now that all the formalities were completed, DJ Cool Cat Vinny, had everyone up on their feet dancing and just having a great time until the clock struck midnight!
Thank you Kelly and Dan for letting us be a part of your special day, and enjoy your honeymoon in Hawaii!
Michael and Nancy