Maddie & Joey: Historic Harmony Engagement Photos

Oh my, what a blessing it was to photograph these two on a beautiful, early fall day! Historic Harmony provided the perfect variety of backdrops for these two - all within a very short walking distance!

Maddie & Joey met while at Calvin College, and both have a love for serving their community within the realm of public health - which, I think we would all agree, is so important right now!

I've had the pleasure of knowing Maddie since she was in middle school (crazy!!!) and even took her senior photos back in 2014. I couldn't be more excited for you two to experience the joys of marriage, Maddie & Joey! And I couldn't be more excited to photograph your beautiful wedding day!

Enjoy just a few of my favorite photos so far from their session!

Lauren & Nick: Southpointe Golf Club Wedding Photos

Plans changed, but love remains the same ❤️

Congratulations to Lauren & Nick on their absolutely stunning wedding day back in September! From getting ready in their newly purchased home to a reception at the nearby golf club, Lauren & Nick's day was personal, light hearted, & full of joy the whole way through! I’m so excited to share a few of my favorites from their stunning wedding day!

Vendors: Bridal Beginning Pittsburgh, Southpointe Golf Club, ShoFilms, Glam To Go, Wenning Entertainment, Fields of Heather Floral & Gift Shop, Antonette Medved Makeup, and a huge thanks to Taylor Dymond for second shooting!

Mareena P: Hartwood Acres Senior Photos

It’s rare to have the opportunity to capture the beauty of two different seasons in one session… but Mareena’s session was perfectly time to capture the end of summer (and the colorful gardens of Hartwood!) and the beginning of fall (with a few trees starting to change colors!). That’s what an end of September/early October session timeslot will get you! 😍

We also had a beautiful, overcast day for her photos, which made the sunlight extra soft and diffused through the clouds! Don’t be afraid of having your photos taken on an overcast day. Your photos will still be bright and colorful!

Mareena is a class of 2021 Seneca Valley senior who is in the JROTC, is involved in concert choir, and loves to draw and paint! We used a few music sheets from her collection to throw in the air for a couple of shots, as a very subtle ode to her love for music!

Congratulations on your senior year, Mareena! It was an honor to photograph you!

Shawn M: Historic Harmony Senior Photos

Shawn is a class of 2021 senior who just so happens to be into one of my most obvious favorite things: photography! He even brought his camera gear + bag (which was much cooler than mine) with him for a couple of shots. We had a great time photographing this guy around Historic Harmony on a beautiful fall day! Congratulations on your senior year, Shawn!!!

Marie & Stanley: Hartwood Acres Mansion Maternity Photos

All I can say is WOW! These two - they are incredible!! Not only are they incredible people who are going to be incredible parents - they are also incredible wedding photographers! So of course, when they emailed me asking for information about a maternity session… I was so, so honored!

They decided on Hartwood Acres for their session, and while we did use some of the mansion area, we used lots of the nature filled spots surrounding the mansion! The woods light up with the most magical, glowy light on a sunny day, so when I saw the sun peek out from behind the clouds as our session was about to begin, I was thrilled!

Congratulations on your growing family, Marie & Stanley! You are going to be incredible parents!!!

Sean C: Historic Harmony Senior Photos

Sean is a Pine Richland senior who plays baseball! I had the honor of taking his senior photos on one of the early fall evenings of September, and we had a great time exploring all of the different backdrops that Harmony has to offer! Congratulations on your senior year, Sean!

Lauren G: Hartwood Acres Senior Photos

One essential thing you need to know before looking at these photos and seeing Lauren’s perfect hair - she told me that she curled it THAT MORNING and that it stayed that well throughout the ENTIRE school day. Our shoot didn’t start until 6PM. Ladies… need I say more?! What kind of miracle is this!

Besides being beautiful, Lauren is incredibly smart and is a natural born leader! She attends Portersville Christian School, loves participating in musicals, and is student body president. She was an absolute pleasure to photograph! Congratulations on your senior year, Lauren!!! 🎉

Payton C: Hartwood Acres Mansion Senior Photos

We had a beautiful later summer evening for Payton’s senior photos at Hartwood Acres Mansion! Payton is so joyful, and was so much fun to photograph. She attends Butler High School, is a life long dancer, and hopes to find a career in math or engineering post high school. She is wicked smart, talented, and beautiful! Congratulations on your senior year, Payton. You are going to do great things!!

Anisha & Peter: Pittsburgh Engagement Photos

The moment I met these two, I knew we were in for a great night! Kind, intelligent, and so good at asking questions - Anisha & Peter have it all!

I had the privilege of spending a late summer evening with them exploring the Mexican War Streets, Allegheny Commons Park, and the North Shore. It may have been 90 degrees… but these two are no strangers to hot weather! With family in Texas, that’s where their big day is taking place this winter!

Congratulations on your engagement Anisha & Peter - and thank you so much for the honor of taking these photos for you! ❤️

Rebecca & Anthony: Embassy Suites Downtown Pittsburgh Wedding

I always feel grateful for the weddings I get to photograph - but this year, more than ever, I feel grateful to still have weddings to photograph, despite everything going on in the world right now!

Rebecca & Anthony downsized their wedding from their original plans, but much of the format remained the same: they were still able to say their vows in the church they had planned and have photos with the Pittsburgh skyline in the background, followed by a small reception for their family & bridal party at the Embassy Suites Downtown Pittsburgh! It was sweet, intimate, and full of lots of joy and laughter.

Rebecca & Anthony, thank you a million times for having me document your wedding day! It was an honor to witness the beginning of your marriage!

Vendors: Church of Epiphany, Embassy Suites Downtown Pittsburgh, TYL Video, One Happy Floral Shop, Bethel Bakery, See Jane Blush, Hair by Wendy Vario, Sorelle’s Bridal Salon (Bride’s Dress)