Adam G: Butler Airport Senior Photos

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Adam G: Butler Airport Senior Photos

Adam’s senior session had a first for me in the near 10 years I’ve been taking senior photos - an airplane on a runway! Adam is heading into his senior year of school, with hopes of becoming a commercial pilot post-graduation! It only seemed fitting that we incorporate the airplane he’s been learning to fly on into his shoot. A huge thanks to the Butler Airport for letting us use the runway for some shots!

Before heading over to the airport, however, we spent a little time at Succop Nature Park, just down the road! Their new modern-looking barn made for a great architectural backdrop for the first part of Adam’s session.

Congratulations on your senior year, Adam!

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Nailah S: Hartwood Acres Mansion Senior Photos

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Nailah S: Hartwood Acres Mansion Senior Photos

Well friends, the season is upon us for senior photos, and I am absolutely LOVING it! And on one of the busiest nights I’ve ever seen at Hartwood Acres (which is saying something - I’ve been there a lot!), I had the pleasure of photographing Nailah to celebrate her upcoming senior year!

This joyful lady has a desire to go into the medical field post-high school, which I find to be even more impressive, considering everything that’s currently happening in our world! Her whole family came along to her session, which made the night all the more fun. I often have people ask if a parent, sibling, or friend can come along to a senior session, and my answer is always a resounding YES! Your people know how to make you smile. I have my bag of tricks… but your brother/sister/dad/mom/best friend knows you much better than I do!

So without further ado, check out some of my favorites from Nailah’s session below! Congratulations on your senior year, Nailah!!! 💛

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Extended Family Photos in a Flower Field

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Extended Family Photos in a Flower Field

Getting 17 people together for a family photo is no easy feat (and neither is getting everyone so perfectly coordinated!).

Besides the “usual” hurtle of getting everyone in the same place at the same time for photos, we were faced with a last minute location change, when we found out that a last minute wedding was scheduled at our original location. So, we quickly switched locations. Then we started looking at the radar… and found that a large rain storm was supposed to hit just before our start time!

Even after we made the call to continue on with the session, I drove to our location in a huge downpour, just praying that it would stop when we got there! And I can hardly believe it… but it did! It was definitely a gamble, but it ended up paying off. Even though the ground was wet and the clouds loomed around us, we were able to continue on with our session as planned!

I want to give a HUGE thanks to this family for giving me the honor of photographing them. I had such a wonderful time getting to hang out with you all!

Check out a few of my favorites from our time together below!

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Cassidy & Dylan: Golden Hour Farm Maternity Photos

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Cassidy & Dylan: Golden Hour Farm Maternity Photos

You might recognize these two from their wedding feature on the blog just over a year ago! I was so incredibly excited when they reached out to let me know 1) that they were expecting their first child, and 2) that they wanted me to take their maternity photos! Photographing these two (+1!) for a third time and celebrate the new season they are stepping into was such an honor.

We were able to use the most beautiful private farm for their session, too! It was such a dream to photograph them there. A huge thank you to the owner for allowing us to use their gorgeous property.

Congratulations, Cassidy & Dylan! 💛

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Trent W: Adams Township Park Senior Photos

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Trent W: Adams Township Park Senior Photos

Trent is an up and coming 2020 senior who loves soccer and ice cream! His family lives close to Adams Township Park (and he goes to Mars!), so going there for his senior photos was the perfect fit. Dark clouds loomed in the background for the majority of his session, and though we did get a small burst of rain mid-way through, it only started pouring as we were walking back to our cars! Talk about perfect timing!

Congratulations on your senior year, Trent!

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Molly & Ryan: Hartwood Acres Maternity Photos

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Molly & Ryan: Hartwood Acres Maternity Photos

Almost a year ago, I photographed Molly & Ryan’s wedding day (click here to check it out!) and now, less than a year later, here I am sharing my favorite photos from their maternity session!

One of my favorite questions to ask when meeting with couples to discuss their wedding day is what they are most looking forward to about being married (I like to throw some tough questions out there! ;) ). Though sometimes it’s a question that throws people off-guard (it’s definitely a big one!), Molly and Ryan didn’t even hesitate with their answer: they were so, so excited to start a family. It makes my heart so happy to know that they are getting to start this new adventure!

Molly & Ryan, congratulations on your little one! I couldn’t have been more honored to get to take these photos for you two (three!).

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Julie & John: North Pittsburgh Wedding Photos

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Julie & John: North Pittsburgh Wedding Photos

Couples getting married and wedding vendors alike have been through the ringer the last few months. Recommendations and regulations have changed on a dime - often times, days before weddings are set to take place! Many couples have been forced to downsize, postpone, or even cancel altogether (which just breaks my heart!). But Julie was determined to get married on her original wedding day, and she was ready to embrace whatever change was necessary to make her and John’s wedding day happen!

And, well, if you’re reading this blog post, you can guess the end of the story: it DID happen! They got married on their original date. Their guests wore masks, people spaced out, and cookies were boxed up in advance in lieu of a traditional Pittsburgh cookie table. It even rained for about the first half of our time together! But none of that stopped Julie and John from thoroughly enjoying their wedding day and saying “I do” to a lifelong commitment to one another. Honestly - I think Julie is one of the chillest brides I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with!

The day started off at the most beautiful farmhouse I think I’ve ever had the pleasure to photograph! Julie had eyed up the farm where this farmhouse sits for years, dreaming of possibly getting married there… or at least, getting photos there? Any way she could incorporate it into her wedding day was a must! And her mom made it happen. Julie and her bridesmaids were able to do their final preparations for the wedding day there, and we were able to use the beautiful property for portraits! The wrap around porch ended up being the perfect plan B for portraits in the rain. Score!

Julie wore her mother’s veil & chose her wedding colors based on her grandmother’s favorite colors. The wedding had a subtle movie theme, with different movie posters decorating tables and place settings! One of my favorite details, though, was the large “movie” poster made from one of Julie & John’s engagement photos that hung towards the entrance of their reception venue. Such a fun and personal touch!

Julie & John, it was such an honor to be a part of your wedding day. Wishing you many years of joy within your marriage!


Vendors: Getting Ready & Photo Location at a Private Residence in Valencia, Adams Township Park (Ceremony), General Butler Vagabonds (Reception), Just Hitched Films (Videographer), Macri Floral (Florist), DJ John Stepansky, Blanc de Blanc Bridal Boutique (Bride’s Dress), Show Me Your Mumu (Bridesmaid Dresses), Zazzle (Invitations), Simply Catered (Catering)

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Lani & Ouwen: Oakland Engagement Photos

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Lani & Ouwen: Oakland Engagement Photos

From the moment I met these two outside of Phipp’s, I knew we were in for a great evening! Lani & Ouwen started dating in 2013, but were friends for a number of months first! They both work in the medical field - and Lani says she fell for Ouwen when they served together on a service trip to Costa Rica together! She saw how giving, funny, and resourceful he was, and knew he was the one. Talk about sweet!

We had the best time running around Oakland, finding all of the best spots for their session! Lani & Ouwen, thank you so much for the honor of taking these engagement photos for you! Congratulations on your engagement! 💛

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Mary Beth & Patrick: Blush Backyard Wedding

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Mary Beth & Patrick: Blush Backyard Wedding

You might remember Mary Beth and Patrick from their engagement session around Oakland a few months ago - these two sweet people were one of the many couples whose wedding was affected by the pandemic. But - they were one of the few who chose to pair down their original day to make their marriage still happen!

Crazy enough, I wasn’t available for their original wedding date (which was a huge bummer, because we had the best time at their engagement session!). But with many schedule changes since they had inquired with me about their original date, when they reached to me a second time a few weeks before, I realized that I was able to photograph their backyard wedding celebration at Mary Beth’s dad’s home!

And seriously, it was the most beautiful day. Blue skies, shining sun, and one of the sweetest couples surrounded by their closest friends and family. They held the ceremony in the backyard (officiated by the bride’s brother!), cocktail hour around the pool, photos on the front porch, and the reception in the pool house. Does it get any more personal than that?! I am BEYOND thankful that I was able to be a part of this wedding day. Though 2020 has been full of many ups and downs - photographing this day was one of my favorite “ups” so far!

Mary Beth & Patrick, congratulations on your marriage. We are so thankful for you both and for your beautiful example of what a wedding day really revolves around - a marriage!

Vendors: Bistro To Go (Caterer), Blossoms by Jilliann (Florals), Jenna Hidinger Photography (Photographer)

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