Late Fall Hartwood Acres Family Photos

I had the pleasure of photographing this family of four a few years back when they were a family of three! WOW is it fun to see how families grow from behind my lens! 😍 And it’s crazy how much these two sisters look alike, going back and forth between this blog post and their last blog post from their photos at Mellon Park!

Family sessions can be chaotic - this is the norm! And it makes it even more fun when families are willing to lean into that chaos an be silly together. And these four definitely did that! We were able to get a mix of some posed photos, with some more fun ones! Everyone needs a little bit of both ☺️

A HUGE thank you to this sweet family for asking me to document this season of life. I am so thankful for you four!!!

Jenna & C.G.: Glamorous Fall White Barn Wedding Day

Joy is one of the best words to describe Jenna & C.G.’s attitudes throughout their wedding day! Which was super impressive, considering the fact that it rained on and off throughout their ENTIRE day. But the joy of marriage far surpassed any sort of rainy, inclement weather.

If you’re new around here, you probably don’t know that the White Barn is my favorite wedding venue… because it’s where my husband and I tied the knot back in 2015! So when Jenna and C.G. originally inquired with me, I felt an immediate connection with them for falling in love with the same beautiful place that Nick and I did years ago. After some chatting, Jenna and I came to find out that we share not only the same name and the same wedding venue… but that we both went to Robert Morris University!

One other thing we both seem to share is a love for details and working ahead. Jenna was on the BALL when it came to wedding planning! We talked through so many details of her wedding day months before anything took place, which was so helpful for getting a vision for their wedding day - and for making sure we had enough time for photos! Our solid timeline proved very effective when we had multiple bouts of unexpected rain. But because we had a solid timeline and a back up plan… we were set!

Jenna & C.G., what an honor it was to be a part of your wedding day. Your joy and positivity in the face of adversity is so admirable! Congratulations again my friends!

Vendors: The White Barn, Elise Event Co. (Coordinator), Hitched Creative (Videographer), All About Reclaimed (Florist), Kretchmars Bakery (Cake), DJ Joe Costa, Valarie Panei (Makeup), One Enchanted Evening (Bride’s Dress), The Winner (Bridesmaid Dresses), Zazzle (Invitations), Medure’s Catering

And a huge thanks to Jill from Jill Gearhart Photography for being an amazing second photographer! You rock my friend!

Petra & Kevin: Frick Park Engagement Photos

These two!!! 😍 Oh what a lovely November afternoon we had for their engagement session around Frick Park, and The Frick. These two live blocks from the park, and actually got engaged there… making it the perfect location for their celebratory session! Congratulations on your engagement, Petra & Kevin, and thank you for allowing me to be a part of this beautiful season in your lives!

Fallon & Seth: Vibrant Fall White Barn Wedding Day

This might be one of my favorite fall weddings ever… I’m not sure I’ve ever photographed such a vibrant, wide array of beautiful fall colors on a wedding day! 😍 Fallon & Seth chose the perfect date for the most beautiful peek fall color!

You may remember these two from their engagement session last year at Preston Park in Butler. We had the most beautiful weather that day for their session! But as their wedding day approached, rain loomed in the forecast. Very VERY thankfully, it did not rain for the ceremony OR photo portion of their day! In fact… I’m not sure if it rained at all! Which was a HUGE blessing. It would’ve been a bummer to miss out on the beautiful fall colors if we hadn’t been able to shoot outside!

Another reason I adore this wedding day? My husband and I were married at the same venue (The White Barn!) back in 2015! It’s always SO FUN to come back to such a special spot - and I feel like I know the venue a bit more intimately because of my personal history there!

I feel like so much of this day speaks for itself. You will easily be able to see the joy in the photos below radiating from Fallon & Seth! Their joy truly radiates from within, and is reflective of the love that they’ve received in Christ.

Congratulations on your wedding day, Fallon & Seth! It was truly, TRULY an honor to be a part of your beautiful wedding day. I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to celebrate with you two and your friends & family!

Vendors: The White Barn, All About Reclaimed (Florist), Rob Pifemaster (DJ), Pennie’s Bake Shop (Cake), Denny Pry (Videographer), Carleigh Stoner (Hair Artist), One Enchanted Evening (Bride’s Dress), Azazie (Bridesmaid Dresses), Zazzle (Invitations), Medure’s Catering, Bob Zonts (Officiant)

Hartwood Acres Family Photos

What an immense blessing it was to spend an afternoon earlier this month with this absolutely wonderful crew!

Fun fact: Nick and I met these five in North Park years ago (before we were married!) when we had just finished a shoot, and they were taking some of their own family photos! We found out, through conversation, that we attended the same church (at the time) and there was an immediate connection. I’ve had the pleasure of photographing them a number of times since, and we’ve had the pleasure of getting to see their beautiful marriage & family first hand!

Ultimately, are a shining example of a marriage (and family) that points back to Jesus. I am so thankful to know you all!!! What a blessing you are!

Anderson Family: Historic Harmony Family Photos

We had an unseasonably (but wonderfully pleasant!) warm November day for this sweet family’s photos! I had the pleasure of photographing them nearly five years ago (click here to see!), so it was so much fun to see how everyone, including their sweet pup, had grown! Harmony was the perfect backdrop, too - so many locations within such a short walking distance!

Amber & Chris: LeMont Restaurant Wedding Photos

It all started a few years ago, when Amber and Chris happened to walk into the same bar one night. They had both been taking a break from dating - but something was different after their first interaction.

They started dating soon after, and got engaged in 2019.

Fast forward to 2020 (you all know where this is going by now! ). Surprise: a pandemic hit! But Amber & Chris were determined to get married, no matter what. They changed venues, they downsized, and many things changed leading up to their day. But ultimately, they wanted just one thing: to be married, finally - and to honor God in the process. So they forged ahead!

And truly - their wedding day was so, so full of joy! And it was about what truly matters most. Congratulations, Amber & Chris! You two are an absolute joy and we pray all the best for you as you enter marriage together!

Vendors: Calvary United Methodist Church, LeMont Restaurant, Lush Pittsburgh (makeup), Nicole Stevenson (hair), Magic Moments DJ, Lady Birds (cake), Peggy’s Floral, Bradley Atom (videography), Minted (invitation), Sorelle’s (Bride’s dress), Jenna Hidinger Photography

Naudia & Steve: Historic Harmony Engagement Photos

We had a beautiful, late fall day for Naudia & Steve’s engagement photos in Historic Harmony! Harmony made sense as the perfect location for these two, considering the fact that Steve’s family owns the hardware store in the town right next door that’s been a staple in the community for over 60 years!

These two are so easy and natural with each other, which made taking their photos all the easier! Congratulations on your engagement, Naudia & Steve! Thank you so much for the honor of taking these photos for you! ❤️

Katie & Shane: Saxonburg Anniversary Photos

I absolutely ADORE these two. I’ve had the pleasure of photographing Katie & Shane for their engagement, their wedding, and now for their one year anniversary!

For these photos, Katie & Shane opted for a personal location - Shane’s parents’ property, and the surrounding area! We were able to get some beautiful colors and scenery, even in the midst of a more overcast day, and a slight drizzle.

Katie & Shane, I am so thankful for you two! ❤️ Congratulations on your one year anniversary!

Amy & Anthony: Indiana, PA Wedding Photos

Possibly the most popular wedding date of the year (or of the decade?!), 10.10.20 was a date many couples planned years for - including Amy & Anthony. And while their wedding may have looked a bit different than what they had originally planned, these two had all of the joy you would expect on a wedding day (and more!) - even through some unexpected twists and turns.

These two met at IUP, so it was only fitting that they shared a “first look” on campus, specifically at IUP’s Oak Grove! And, lucky for us, we found the most beautiful spot with so many beautiful fall colors! 😍

After a ceremony at the school’s University Parish, then a cocktail hour at Anthony’s parent’s home, we visited Grandpa at his nursing home, who was unable to make the wedding due to Covid restrictions. Their visit was so sweet, and was definitely one of my favorite parts of their wedding day!

Following Grandpa’s visit, we headed over to Nap’s Cucina Mia for their intimate open air reception. Though we didn’t stay for the reception due to pandemic restrictions, we had so much fun photographing all of Amy & Anthony’s details before their guests arrived, including some Spanish-themed items, reflective of Amy’s love for teaching Spanish!

Amy & Anthony, I am so thankful for you two! Wishing you all of the best as you begin your married lives together - and I am SO excited to get to celebrate you AGAIN next year!!!!

Vendors: Jodi of White Lace Design (Invitations), Heather at University Stylists (Hair Stylist), Bella Spa and Beauty (Makeup), St. Thomas More University Parish (Reception), Nap's Cucina Mia (Reception), Flower Gallery and Balloons of Indiana (Florals), Jenna Hidinger Photography (Photographer)