Brett & Colleen's Epic Early Fall Wedding Day

This was an EPIC wedding day from start to finish.

Brett & Colleen tied the knot late September in one of the most beautiful, unique wedding days I’ve ever had the privilege to be a part of! Every piece of this wedding day was thoughtfully planned to dazzle guests, and create an atmosphere filled with whimsical details and unexpected surprises.

From the photos below, you probably couldn’t even guess that Brett & Colleen were forced to moved their wedding reception to a private estate in Sewickley just months before their date, due to Covid. MANY of their original plans changed - then changed again. But these two never lost heart! While Colleen pushed forward in her intensive medical program, Brett took the reigns with planning and simply gave Colleen the (fun!) job of finding a dress, and showing up the day of - then to simply enjoy the magic of their wedding day! And if you’ve ever been a bride, you know what a gift something like that would be!

What stands out to me most about these two is the fact that they never let the “dazzle” of their day outshine their love for each other. It’s easy to get lost in the glitz and glamour of a wedding day - but, truly, these two were able to focus on each other and enjoy their day, very much thanks to all of Brett’s planning, and to the team of professionals below.

Brett & Colleen, we are SO THANKFUL to have been a part of your wedding day. What a blessing it was to celebrate with you both!

Vendors: All in Good Taste Productions (Caterer, Planner, Forist, Cake Artist), St. Mary’s Sharpsburg (Church), Dorosh Documentaries (Videographer), Modern Era Weddings (DJ), Marie Michlot (Makeup), Katrina Kahill (Hair), Luna Boutiqe by Daalarna Couture (Bride’s Dress), BHLDN (Bridesmaid Dresses), Surmesur (Menswear), Nota Bene (Invitations), Party Savvy

Amanda & Chris: Fall Maternity Photos at Moraine

I've had the privilege of photographing Amanda & Chris for their engagement, for their elopement, and now again as they continue to grow their precious family!

We had the most beautiful, bright & sunny fall evening for their photos. We started off at Cleland Rock (where there was so much gorgeous color!) and finished off at Moraine State Park, right on the shore, with some of the most beautiful light I’ve photographed all year!

What a joy it was to spend the evening catching up with these two!

Congratulations, Amanda & Chris! It is always such a treat to photograph you two!!

Taylor & Nate: Autumn Farm Engagement Photos

This is a reeeeally special one!!!! So prepare for the photo overload! 😉

If I've had the pleasure of photographing your wedding, you may recognize Taylor in the photos in this post - she sometimes photographs wedding days with me (she is an INCREDIBLE photographer)! And now... she is engaged to Nate, and I had the immense pleasure of taking their engagement photos back in October at one of their favorite parks, and on Taylor's family’s farm!

These two have known each other for 14 YEARS! Can you believe that?! Their families grew up together, and, a short time ago, both started realizing that their relationship might have the potential to be more than just a friendship! And here they are now - engaged, and getting married in the spring!

More than anything, Taylor & Nate's dedication to the Lord in their relationship, and their desire to pursue Christ together, is the very best part of their entire story - a story that could've only been written so beautifully by He who IS love!

So Taylor & Nate, congratulations to you both. Nick and I couldn't be more excited for you two as you continue walking on this journey together!

Fall Moraine State Park Family Photos

If you’ve been following along on the blog, you may remember this sweet family from their session last year at Moraine State Park (click here to check it out!). Lindsey (mom) was pregnant at the time of their session last year, and had the wonderful idea of recreating their family photos again this year… but with the newest addition to the family out of the womb! ❤️

I am so thankful for the opportunity to work with you all again! Congratulations on your beautiful, sweet, adorable family!!

Hannah & Taylor: Point State Park Engagement Photos

What a lovely evening we had for Hannah & Taylor's engagement session at the beginning of October! These two are from Indiana (the state!), and moved to Pittsburgh within the last couple of years. Though they're planning on tying the knot in their home state, they wanted to get some iconic Pittsburgh photos to celebrate their relationship in the place they now call home!

We started off at Point State Park, then ended our time together with some champagne bottle popping on the North Shore with the iconic Roberto Clemente Bridge! We felt like we had known these two for years - they are kind, encouraging, and just so easy to be around!

Also, fun fact: these two have been together for 9.5 years, and are getting married on their 10 year anniversary - what way to celebrate!!

Congratulations to you two, Hannah and Taylor! I am so thankful to have been the one to take these photos for you! ❤️

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!!!