Whimisical Woodland Wedding - Joelton, TN

Simey and Jerrold- Downtown Pittsburgh Engagement Session

I met up with Simey and Jerrold downtown on a Tuesday afternoon after they exchanged vows at their local courthouse. They wanted an engagement style shoot to commemorate the day as they have plans for larger celebrations abroad in the new year.

I LOVE shooting downtown during the week. There are less crowds to work around, more space to play and less photoshopping for me haha!

They showed up ready to roll and I think I think their carefree attitude really shines in their images. To me, its just as important to have posed photos as it is to have the candid, running through the streets shots. They were so fun and down for anything I threw at them!

I love that more of my couples are going for suits and a dressed up vibe. It really elevates the whole session. Check out all of Simey’s accessories, I died for her shoes!

We shot at the Allegheny County Courthouse courtyard, Mellon Square and One PPG Place. Thanks to Simey and Jerrold for having me document this day, I had a blast!

Stacey & Vince - Mount Washington Wedding

From their first email Stacey and Vince were specific on the type of photos they wanted, less predictable, ‘cookie cutter,’ and more real moments. I love when my clients have a specific vision and it’s something I keep in mind as I go about documenting the day. Some highlights:

  1. They put together custom playlists for getting ready, cocktail hour, dinner, etc. The jams on the party bus were so fun!

  2. The ring bearer passed the rings over to Vince in a football shaped purse (he’s a football coach) and Stacey carried it for the rest of the day.

  3. Stacey is a true animal lover and I have so many photos of her stopping and meeting dogs throughout the day. We also took plenty of photos of Vince and their dog Abigail for her desk.

  4. The photos of them waiting in the stairwell at Monterey Bay and walking across the street at sunset are my personal favorites. I can almost feel the joy and excitement of the day when I look at them.

Their wedding was a perfect representation of their relationship and that’s what I want for all couples. Something I remind everyone is ‘it’s your day,’ make it feel the most you. Congrats again to Stacey and Vince, your day was an absolute blast!!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Venue: St. Mary of the Mount Church and Monterey Bay Fish Grotto

Florist: Hearts and Flowers Floral Design

Lodging: Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh

West End Overlook Micro Wedding

Madeline and Andrew pulled their micro wedding together in just three weeks and it was stunning!

We met outside the Duquesne Incline for photos before the ceremony. We started in the machine room and then the operators kindly let us on to a trolley for more photos.

She wore a white silk jumpsuit with matching shaw and white sparkly boots. I loved his velvet tux and custom cufflinks with photos of their cat. So cute! Her mom suggested a cascading bouquet. If you’re getting married soon, consider this option, they’re beautiful and so easy to photograph!

I loved their laidback approach, choosing to get married on a Thursday evening allowed for a chill city backdrop. We braved the off-and-on rain atop roof of the Elmer Clark pavilion for the ceremony. They had portable heaters placed to keep guests comfortable and wrote their own vows, exchanging inside jokes before rings. It was so fun to capture all of the funny and heartfelt reactions in everyone’s faces.

After the ceremony we headed downstairs for more photos against the Pittsburgh skyline. During photos dinner was delivered and set up. Again, so convenient, actively suggesting their ideas to my other couples!

We weren’t able to meet prior to the big day but it felt like we were old friends. Having clients I can laugh and have fun with is truly my favorite part of my job. They were so sweet and considerate and sent me home with so many cookies! Thank you Madeline and Andrew for trusting me with your wonderful day. I wish we could do it all again!