An Exclusive Editorial Experience for Fine Art Photographers & Videographers at Glenmere Mansion
april 7, 2025 in chester, New york
Join Worldwide Event Planner Amanda Virga of AMV Weddings, at one of the most iconic venues in the Tristate region for a full day of wedding editorial shoots.
This luxury editorial experience aims to present a select number of attendees with a comprehensive content building experience in order to help you create an inspiring portfolio, develop clarity of aesthetic direction, book more of your ideal clients, and build a profitable and resilient photography business.
The workshop is open to digital, hybrid, film photographers as well as videographers.
What’s Included
• Intro Presentation/Meet & Greet
• 1 high-end, luxury full wedding editorial shoot with a bride & groom model couple featuring a ceremony, reception, flat lays, details, and cake
• 2 fashion oriented capsule shoots with a female model in a statement gown
• A full day of portfolio building and networking experiences
• Lunch & Soft Drinks
* Optional Transfers Available to/from NYC
Curate an inspiring portfolio that elevates your brand & attracts your ideal client.
Develop clarity of aesthetic direction while positioning yourself powerfully within the market.
Our previous attendees have been featured in Vogue, Style Me Pretty, Magnolia Rouge, WedLuxe, Wedding Chicks, Wedding Sparrow and many more notable publications
The Location
Glenmere Mansion
Deep in the rolling farmlands of the lower-Hudson Valley sits a magnificent 150-acre estate crowned with a spectacular hilltop mansion known as Glenmere.
The Gilded Age retreat of the Goelet family, Glenmere was one of America’s finest country homes, once host to royalty, aristocracy, and leading artists. Now it is reborn as a premier luxury hotel and spa. With just 18 guest accommodations, 2 superb restaurants, and exceptional recreational facilities including a full-service spa with bath house/hammam, a discerning few will rediscover in Glenmere a model of refined relaxation. From its lush meadows and formal gardens to its sweeping marble staircases, grand cortile, and gracious terraces, Glenmere evokes European-style elegance and sophistication. Less than 50 miles from New York City, the gates of Glenmere are open again, inviting you to experience unparalleled personal service in an extraordinarily glamorous setting.
With its rolling lawns, sweeping views, formal gardens and magnificent mansion, Glenmere could quite possibly be the most romantic setting for any wedding. Set on 150 secluded yet gloriously landscaped acres, the possibilities are endless for the discerning couple in search of a unique wedding experience.
Whether celebrating in The Barn in the Meadow with up to 350 guests, or using Glenmere as your own private country estate for the weekend, the staff and executive chef work to customize event experiences to any clients desire, by creating memorable menus for the big event, the rehearsal dinner, the farewell brunch, and everything in between.
www.glenmeremansion.com | @glenmeremansionVenue Images by: Lauren Kearns & Lost in Love Photography. Event Cover Image by Lost in Love Photography
Meet The Host
Amanda Virga
Founder of AMV Retreats, Worldwide Wedding PlannerAmanda Virga is a worldwide wedding planner who has over a decade of experience in the event industry, executing nearly 600 weddings during her career and 20+ successful retreats to date. While based in the South of France (but originally from New Jersey), she has also worked on weddings across the globe, over 4 continents from Spain and Tuscany to Thailand and Bali. Her approach is unique, not only does she have a passion for creating flawless events but she is also committed to creating valuable experiences that bring industry professionals together, collaborating with some of the best in the industry, and designing breathtaking editorial projects. Her weddings and editorial work have been featured on Good Morning America, Vogue, BRIDES, Style Me Pretty, WedLuxe, The Knot, Junebug, Wedding Chicks, and more.
Amanda is an avid traveler having visited 65 countries, she also spent an entire year traveling the world in 2018 while immersing herself into the wedding industry in each of her destinations. Her adventurous and worldly spirit is what inspired the creation of AMV retreats, a one of a kind experience connecting wedding creatives across the globe. When not traveling or planning events, she is usually found taking a stroll down the beaches where she resides in Cannes, enjoying a glass of sauvignon blanc or practicing yoga. She is a firm believer that achieving a good life balance is the ultimate key to success.
Frequently Asked Questions
DO I NEED TO BE A FILM OR DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHER TO ATTEND?Both digital and film photographers are welcome at this workshop, as well as filmmakers!
HOW WILL THE SHOOT WORK?The editorials will be designed to feature luxury brands, over the top florals, and professional models. The shoot will be split into 3 groups that will work in shifts with the models, to ensure a small group atmosphere, a very smooth shooting process, and maximum opportunities for a comprehensive gallery.
WILL I BE ABLE TO SUBMIT THE SHOOTS TO BLOGS?Absolutely, you are free to submit wherever you’d like and there is no publication delay or restrictions in place for this shoot. Our attendees have been featured in endless publications including Vogue, Style Me Pretty, WedLuxe, Wedding Chicks and many more.
Investment
$1,950
*A full day of shooting, lunch and soft drinks are included in the cost
*Transportation, Other Meals, and Accommodation are not included. We will offer optional roundtrip transportation to/from NYC as well as a group dinner the evening prior to the shoot in Manhattan
*Please note, this is a content based experience which will differ from our standard retreats which offer a more comprehensive event featuring education and networking. If one of our other experiences sound like a better fit for you, please check out the full list of our Upcoming Retreats