Kristen & Joel | Moon Township Double Tree Wedding
Kristen and Joel met when they worked together. Like something out of a movie, it started as an (almost) forbidden romance - because he was her boss! Luckily, that didn't stop them, and they fell in love quickly.
Their wedding was full of personal touches and details that focused on their shared interests. If you remember, they were the couple that had a video game & puzzle themed engagement session in their home. See it here! So I just knew their wedding would be even better; and I wasn't disappointed! Video game character place cards and table numbers were just the start. My personal favorite was their cake topper.
Vendors:
Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh Airport
DJ & Lighting: Jonathan Mihellis
Cake: The Ultimate Pastry Shop
Dress & Veil: Formal Envy Bridal & Special Occasion Boutique
Suits: Mens Warehouse
Florals: Christopher Pulman
Bridesmaids Dress: Debra's Bridal
Hair & Makeup: Glamorous Productions, LLC
Favors & Decor: DIY
Musicians: Hannah & Matthew
The Wedding Advice I’d Give You After Photographing Weddings for 13+ Years
After photographing weddings for more than a decade, I have seen a LOT.
Perfectly planned timelines. Timelines that immediately went off the rails. 90-degree ceremonies. Snow. Missing boutonnieres. Champagne explosions. Veils with minds of their own. Flower kids who absolutely refused to participate.
And some really, really incredible wedding days.
So if you're planning a wedding in Pittsburgh, here's the advice I wish I could give every couple before their wedding day:
First Look or No First Look?
First looks are one of those wedding decisions the internet has somehow turned into a VERY BIG DEAL.
So, should you do one?
My deeply unsatisfying photographer answer is:
It depends.
I'm not going to tell every couple they need a first look because it's "better for photos."
Your wedding isn't a photoshoot, remember?
But after photographing weddings for years, there are definitely situations where I think a first look makes the day significantly easier.


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