Rain on your wedding day is a lucky sign, so they say! How about a down pour all day long? ;) Almost non-stop from getting their hair & makeup done all the way through the Sparkler Send-Off! But that didn't stop Ryan, Shannon, and all of their friends & family from enjoying their day and having a blast at the Reception!
Read MoreA Father's Day weekend that Ryan will never forget...yesterday Hilary married the love of her life. A sweet, kind, and caring man, who now is the stepfather to her 6 year old son, Caleb. We got to spend time with these three last year for their Engagement Session and they were already the cutest little family back then, now it's just official ;) Caleb is a ham, hyper, and hilarious all rolled into one, but he is also one of the sweetest little boys I've met, especially when it comes to his momma ;) When we were playing our Reception Screening (a slideshow of photos from the ceremony & formal portraits played that night at the Reception!) he turned to Hilary and said, "They're really great photographers, Mom." Well aren't you just the sweetest, buddy! On our first official Father's Day, Sam & I hope your adorable family of 3 have a wonderful first Father's Day too =)
Read MorePhipps Conservatory in Pittsburgh, what a dream of a venue! Getting married in a Tropical Forest...literally...that's what they call that wing in the conservatory ;) Dave & Jennifer exchanged personal vows about poetry and video games, standing in front of the lush backdrop of greenery and enjoyed their evening reception in front of a gorgeous sunset. Standing beside them throughout the day was their 5 bridesmaids & 5 groomsmen, who amazingly, were all dating/married couples themselves! We did a fun "couples" photos with the 12 of them! ;)
Such a lovely day for a truly, lovely couple =)
Read MoreYesterday's wedding with Mark & Alex was a lovely wedding...that I, quite frankly, wasn't sure whether it would happen or not.
Just one month ago, the mother of bride, Alex, unexpectedly passed away. When I first heard the news from Alex, she was explaining why she hadn't got back to me about scheduling her Photo Checklist prep meeting. I couldn't believe what I was reading, in regards to what happened and in the thought that the wedding was still on, just two weeks later.
But Alex, as confirmed during her sister's speech, is a strong woman. And yesterday's wedding was filled with joy, as well as moments of remembrance: roses respectfully laid on the chair her mother would have been sitting on during the ceremony, a memorial toast given by groom Mark with not a dry eye in the house, and two Memorial Wall Art pieces that Mark asked us to design as a surprise, first to display at the wedding and then to give as a gift to his new wife and sister-in-law.
Such a lovely wedding indeed.
Read MoreI love when a wedding matches a couple perfectly! Matt & Lisa's wedding day, much like them, was high class, fun & fabulous =D The Ceremony, Reception, and details in between were beyond elegant. And once the dance floor opened up, there was no stopping it...Matt, Lisa & their guests dance the night away!
Read MoreI was so looking forward to this wedding! A new gorgeous, barn venue with an absolutely stunning bride and groom...my camera couldn't wait for the day to begin ;)
Kieran & Linsey had a wedding to remember...200+ guests enjoying their outdoor ceremony by a peaceful creek, indulging in the most delectable passed hors d'oeuvres throughout the evening, and literally stomping the night away with their cowboy boots on the dance floor =D SUCH A BLAST!
Read MoreAfter 10+ years as a couple, Tom & Candice FINALLY ("finally" according to their family member toasts) had their BIG DAY ;) Their wedding was traditional, simple, and FUN...just like Tom & Candice!
Here, I would normally say something sweet about the couple, but instead I will share what Sam pointed out last night when we were driving home..."I can tell that they are a couple who's going to make it. When I was shooting video of them today, anytime you had them change poses or adjusted something, they kept smiling. I could really tell that they are best friends."
Read MoreThere comes a wedding that, as a photographer, you just swoon =)
Ethan & Megan's wedding was breathtaking. A photographer's dream of details: each & every one of the 28 centerpieces a unique creation, gorgeous drapery from floor to ceiling, a cake table like you've never seen before, and a ribbon wall & skeleton key escort cards to welcome you into it all.
Please enjoy the following eye candy! ;)
Read MoreYesterday was such a fun time for Sam & I, as we celebrated Corey & Tiffany's wedding with not one, but TWO, former RA brides in the Bridal Party! One of which is now a photographer herself and there was even another bridesmaid/photographer too! Fun to share the day with two other ladies who understand my excitement when the sun goes behind a cloud during the big group Bridal Party photo ;)
I'm sure they would have loved to have their cameras out too when I got to capture STUNNING photos of Corey & Tiffany at a lovely pond & wheelhouse setting...just gorgeous =) See for yourself below!
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Read MoreSuch a lovely, blue-skies, kind of day Todd & Kelsey had yesterday!
Pops of vibrant yellow and modern chevrons were everywhere you looked. A stunning dress and laid-back slacks & tie fit this couple to a T! One of the kindest grooms you'll ever meet, gorgeous brides you'll ever see, and craziest, fun-loving bridal parties we'll ever shoot ;)
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Read MoreSO MUCH FUN! We loved our time spent with Nathan & Jamie yesterday =D
I wonder if part of that is because our personalities are so similar! Groom, Nate, and I are both organized & meticulous, want to make sure everything goes according to plan...if you know me, you know that's me and if you know Nate, you probably think the same about him! Now bride, Jamie, and my hubby, Sam...quiet at first, but once you get to know them, watch out! They are kind, fun-loving and can't help but make you smile ;)
So I guess when you relate to a couple so well, you can't help but have a great time spending the day with them! ;) And I'm pretty sure that super sweet family members (mom & sister of the Groom!), vintage cars, gorgeous blue skies, a rocking dance floor, and pops of blue & purple everywhere you look, made this wedding even more enjoyable!
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