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Rustic Summer Wedding | Linell & Brent
Linell & Brent had an intimate wedding at Brent’s family home. The ceremony took place in front of the oak tree where Brent spent his childhood playing. Most of their details were DIY, from the florals (trader joes!) to the decor and more.
The pizza food truck was a great addition too - what better food for a wedding reception than wood fired pizzas!?
Oglebay Resort Wedding | Amanda & Rich
Amanda & Rich had a beautiful day at Oglebay Resort, complete with a hilarious fake first look with the best man, an emotional walk down the aisle, and beautiful diy decor.
Heinz History Center Wedding | Marissa & Carl
Heinz History Center Wedding | Marissa & Carl
Remember that time a bird pooped on the groom right before the photos? No? Take a look!
I’m so grateful for chill couples that just roll with it, even when a pigeon craps on your suit. Marissa’s face says it all! The rest of the day was amazing, and ended with a gorgeous sunset over the city. Heinz History Center has some pretty amazing views.
Ace Hotel Pittsburgh Wedding | Phebe & Daniel
Where do I start with these two? For one, they were referred to me by my amazing vendor friends A&L Events, as well as my previous wedding clients, Maura & Jim, so I knew they were great people off the bat.
During their engagement session, you could tell they were made for each other. For one, they’ve been together since high school (and you guys know I’m a sucker for high school sweethearts). For two, they have the two most adorable pups!
St. Kilian's and DoubleTree Cranberry Wedding | Shelby & Anthony
St. Kilian's and DoubleTree Cranberry Wedding | Shelby & Anthony
These two high school sweethearts tied the knot on May 25th in a gorgeous ceremony at St. Kilian’s in Cranberry. Random aside, the last time I photographed a wedding at that church, it was with a different Anthony & Shelby! Small world!
Beauty and the Beast Styled Shoot
A&L Events and I planned this gorgeous photoshoot to bring to life an old favorite of mine, Beauty and the Beast. I’ve always wanted to photograph a wedding with this theme, and since one wasn’t on the horizon, we made one! This styled shoot has been featured in Pittsburgh Magazine, Red Oak Weddings, and Burnetts Boards.
Omni William Penn Wedding | Kinley and Tony
Omni William Penn Wedding | Kinley and Tony
I got a fun email a while back. It was from Kinley. She told me that they wanted to elope to Pittsburgh! PA is one of the only states where you can get a self-uniting marriage license, and that is what they wanted to do. Just the two of them, saying their vows to each other, on Valentine’s Day.
Wedding Planning Tips + Tricks: Perfecting an Imperfect Process
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Ok, ok. Enough about us, right? You’re reading this to gain insight on a subject the majority of people seem to dread. DUN DUN DUN -- wedding planning! Really, it’s not so scary and we’re here to share our tips & tricks on how to streamline and perfect this seemingly daunting process. Without further adieu..