Cassie & Nick: Shady Elms Farm Wedding Day

I am so thankful to have been a part of this wedding day!

We had the pleasure of meeting Cassie & Nick at Cassie’s brother’s wedding a few years ago! From that moment, I knew these two were a good time… so when Cassie contacted me asking if I could photograph her and Nick’s wedding day, I was absolutely stoked! I was even more excited to hear that they had chosen one of my all time favorite wedding venues - Shady Elms Farm - to be the location for their beautiful day! I didn’t think it could get any better until we met their friends & family on their wedding day. They were so kind, so fun, and so encouraging to photograph… all of them! And to top it all off, we had the most gorgeous golden hour to end their day with a bang.

Cassie & Nick, thank you for the huge, incredible honor of being a part of your wedding day!

Vendors: Shady Elms Farm, Just Hitched Wedding Films, Cheri Parise of Profiles Styling Salon (Hair by mother of Bride), A Simple Vow (Officiant), Sorelle Bridal Salon, AZAZIE, The Grazing Goat (Catering), Chad Parise (Wedding Invitation designed by brother of the Bride)

Alexis S: Mellon Park Senior Photos

It was such a sweet treat to get to take Lexi's senior photos last month at the gorgeous Mellon Park!

This gorgeous senior is not only navigating senior year, but also her baking business that she operates out of her family's home! She brought an adorable customized rolling pin as a nod to her love for baking... along with her sweet pups, Cocoa and Checkers!

We had the best time hanging out with you, Lexi! Congratulations on your business and on your senior year!

Check out Lexi's confectionary creations over at: Lexi's Sweet Treats, LLC!

Kuntal & Josh: Pittsburgh Engagement Photos

I had the loveliest evening a few weeks ago exploring the North Side & North Shore with these two!

Both originally from the West Coast, Kuntal & Josh met during medical school in Michigan. They were good friends for a good period of time before they started dating nearly a year ago, after they had both moved to Pittsburgh for the next steps in their medical careers & education.

Because Pittsburgh holds so many sweet memories for them as a couple, they decided to have their engagement photos taken here in some iconic Pittsburgh-esque locations before their wedding on the West coast this winter. They brought two drop-dead-gorgeous pairs of outfits that popped so well from their chosen scenery of the Mexican War Streets, Allegheny Commons Park, and North Shore Riverwalk!

These two are kind, intelligent, and so easy to get along with - what a blessing it was to photograph them!

Congratulations on your engagement, Kuntal & Josh!

Katie P: Mellon Park Senior Photos

Mellon Park has been quite the popular choice this year for senior photos! With its gorgeous flowers and architecture, along with lots of different picturesque spots within a very short walking distance, it’s a great spot for senior photos - possibly one of the most popular in Pittsburgh!

Because of its popularity, Mellon Park is usually full of photographers. Like, anywhere from 10 to 20 photo sessions going on at one time! But Katie’s session took place in the morning, which meant that we had the park almost entirely to ourselves… so we had our choice of all of the best spots! Even though it was super crazy early, it was SO worth it to be able to get these gorgeous images for Katie!

Katie is a senior at Seneca Valley who is graduating in 2022! She has the most gorgeous curly hair, and some mad braiding skills… which you’ll see below! Yes.. part of her wardrobe change was a hair change, which she did all on her own, without a mirror! That takes some serious skill.

Congratulations on your senior year, Katie!!

Jackie & Gerald: Coffee Date, Pastry Fight, & Summer Garden Engagement

On any given weekend, you will most likely find this pair at one of their favorite bakeries, brunch spots, cafes, restaurants, or - even better - finding a new spot to explore! So of course, for their engagement session, we had to visit a few of their favorite locations to capture them in their natural habitat, including the incredible Biddle's Escape & Madeleine Bakery & Bistro, who were gracious enough to allow us to use their little outdoor areas for some photos!

And WOW did we have a good time! I will admit - it was hot, it was sticky, and we all sustained various amounts of bug bites, but it was truly so SO worth it to get to capture this amazing pair - who, I have to mention, were SO natural in front of the camera! Their love, admiration, and respect for each other made them a complete joy to photograph.

Jackie & Gerald... we are so thankful for you! Thank you a million times for letting me walk alongside you in this season of your lives!

Sarah & Derek: St. Nicholas Cathedral Room Wedding Photos

Sarah & Derek, 08.13.21 ❤️

These two math lovers chose their date based on the Fibonacci Sequence, which reads:

0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21...

You'll notice the 8, 13, 21 sequence... the absolute perfect date for two people who were brought together by their love of math! Their day was filled with romantic details and was a true fairytale to behold. These two are so incredibly, compassionate, and full of love for each other!

Congratulations on your marriage, Sarah & Derek!

Vendors: St. Nicholas Cathedral Room (reception), St. Paul’s Cathedral (ceremony), Marodi Media (videographer), Blumengarden (florist), Moios Bakery (cake), DJ Joel Lindsey, Jae Lee Parades (makeup), Wendy Vario (hair), Bridal Beginnings (wedding dress), Pittsburgh BBQ Company

Trudy B: The Strip District Pittsburgh Senior Photos

For as much as I love nature and historical architecture, Trudy’s colorful, gritty Pittsburgh senior session was a breath of fresh air that my little artistic heart needed!

Trudy’s only request for her photos was that there was “no nature” - and while we might’ve had some potted plants and alley weeds in her photos, I think we were able to hit the mark with her choice of location! The great thing about the Strip District is that there are lots of interesting spots to work with within a short walking distance from the Terminal. Colorful steps, interesting brick alleyways, and then a short drive away… a gorgeous parking garage where you can see all of the Pittsburgh skyline!

And besides the location, Trudy was a total GEM to photograph! I had the pleasure of photographing her sister’s senior photos years ago (back in 2015, I think? Time flies!), and their family as well! What a blessing it is to be able to work with families throughout the years and to see how they grow and change!

Laura K: Camp Kon-O-Kwee Senior Photos

When you grow up at camp, it only makes sense to have your senior photos taken there!

YMCA Camp Kon-O-Kwee Spencer was the perfect backdrop for Laura's senior photos! We had the true camp experience with insane heat + humidity, bugs, and learning all about plants that have the ability to latch onto your body and sting you over and over (almost from experience, until Laura saved the day). Even with all of that, we truly had the BEST time hanging out with this super fun senior!

Congratulations again on your senior year, Laura! You are a gem and it was such a pleasure to celebrate you!

Sophie H: Succop Nature Park Senior Photos

Miss Sophie is a Mars senior who plans to pursue nursing post-high school. She is currently a lifeguard (at the same exact place I worked at in high school!!! ) and is just a sweetheart all around. We had so much fun exploring Succop Nature Park - Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania during her senior session!

Congratulations on your senior year, Sophie!

Lindsey & Tyler: Energy Innovation Center Wedding Photos

Lindsey & Tyler had a very Pittsburgh wedding, featuring the absolutely GORGEOUS Energy Innovation Center, which features a stunning rooftop overlooking the city, and giant windows in their main room, making the skyline of Pittsburgh the backdrop for their ceremonies and receptions! Oh how I absolutely LOVED photographing Lindsey & Tyler's wedding there!!

We had a first look on the roof... featuring a fake first look first! Definitely a fun way to start their day off! We headed off to one of my favorite spots for portraits in the city, where some birds joined us for bridal party photos (you'll see what I mean as you scroll ;) ), then made our way back to the EIC for the ceremony and reception, and then capped the evening off together with some photos on the roof. I adore these two... we had the best day celebrating with them! Congratulations on your wedding day, Lindsey & Tyler!!

Vendors: Energy Innovation Center Events, Hollow to Hem, A Simple Vow, Bethel Bakery, Jim Ludwig's Blumengarten Florist, TJ Harris, This Magic Moment Bridal Studio, Nicole Nocera (hair), Sausalido, Burgh Brides (cookie table shirts!)