It could just be the pregnancy hormones, but after seeing how these photos we took of our growing family turned out, I cried! Like all mommas say, it gets tougher to capture precious moments when there's a toddler running around ;) So these maternity photos, taken one month to the day Baby Sister is scheduled to arrive, will be forever cherished in this momma's heart. They capture our every day lives in each photo: cuddling with the doggy, giving Mommy big kisses, dancing round in circles, and the one I hope I never forget: Liliana putting her tiny hand on Mommy's belly with a big smile and saying "Baby!".........oh there we go, more tears!!!
Read MoreAn adorable newborn baby girl session....how fitting for our last photo shoot of the season before our Studio heads into Maternity Leave and Sam & I welcome our second daughter =) And Miss Ellie was TU-TU cute!
Read MoreEmilee Rose...I can't believe, after watching you grow over the years, going on family trips together with mine and yours, that now you are a High School Senior! Time truly flies and I know your Momma will cherish these photos for years to come ;)
Read MoreSuch a gorgeous landscape in the Fall!...and Adam & Jourdan's love warmed up the scenery all the more ;)
Read MoreOh what cuties these two are, we had a blast playing in the leaves together with Mom & Dad! ;)
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For our last wedding of 2016, what a gorgeous setting! Beautiful venue, stunning details, and gorgeous couple!! Even though the weekend called for constant rain, we were able to squeeze in some lovely photos outdoors on the wedding day and an entire Newlywed Shoot the day after =)
Read MoreIt brings a smile to my face and warmth to my heart to watch a family grow over the years that we photograph them. Five years ago, we captured Bryan & Julie's wedding, three years ago we photographed the milestone of 2 becoming 3 with Graeme's birth, and this Summer 3 became 4...Welcome to the Smith Family, Marin =)
Read MoreOne of my favorite things about connecting with a Bridal Party on the wedding day is starting a relationship that shifts from Bridesmaid or Groomsman to our next Bride or Groom! Vince was in a wedding that Sam & I photographed a few years ago...and that couple was part of one of our previous year's bridal party...and them before that...and them before that!! It's a cycle that I LOVE ;) And is always so fun to visit with our past couples at new weddings =) Can't wait to see the gang at Vince & Sarah's wedding next year!
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As if The Renaissance Hotel was not a gorgeous venue already, throw an elegant Disney-inspired wedding into the mix and you have an event that dreams & fairy tales are made of =)
Read MoreLast year the Kozak Family were referred to us in time for some adorable Christmas photos of Mommy, Daddy, brother & sister ;) This year, they were so excited to get outdoors in the gorgeous weather and we did a fun Picnic Mini Session!
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Chet & Shannon had a lakeside, nature-filled wedding that bridal dreams are made of =) Oh and this photographer's dreams too ;) The love that exuded from the two of them radiated brighter than the 90+ degree sun that weekend!
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11 years ago, I was a Youth Group leader at Tri County Church and started with a new group of teen girls for the school year. Little did I know that one of those girls would not only transition from being a youth student to a youth leader by my side, but even further down the road, I would be photographing her wedding =) What a joy, honor, and privilege. Love you bunches, Jordan and I am so excited to see the joy & love in your eyes ALL DAY yesterday as you married the man of your prayers!!!
Read MoreOne of my favorite things about shooting weddings for nearly 10 years is when one of our couples comes back to our Studio a few years after the wedding for Newborn Photos! It is such a joy to reconnect with them and help them celebrate their little bundle of joy, as they start a family =)
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Yesterday's wedding was beyond gorgeous with its rustic elegance in every detail. But the reason it was this photographer's dream to be a part of, was to be the one to capture a second daughter's wedding that held such meaning to the family. And at the end of the day, to be able to stand on the dance floor with the bride and her mother, watching our Reception Screening, and crying together at how much Rachel looked like her big sister Abby on her wedding day that we photographed 4 years ago. Abby was remembered in so many ways yesterday with little touches, but her presence was felt largely in the hearts of Rachel's friends, family, and mine =)
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Yesterday's wedding with Michael & Anne was not only held in 2 gorgeous venues (Heinz Chapel and The Pittsburgh Athletic Association), but it also was filled with love, laughter, and family traditions! From standing on their chairs to kiss when guests cheered them at the Reception, every woman coming to kiss Michael on the cheek when Anne left the room during dinner, cutting TWO cakes (American & Danish), and cutting Michael's socks at the end of the night, so that Anne can prove herself a worthy wife by sewing them back together ;) If the traditions weren't enough to make your wedding beyond special, the constant love in your eyes for each other was!
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Brandon & Chelise's wedding day was relaxed and smooth, while being simply beautiful. Unique touches of wooden decor included the cake stand, guest book, favor holders, flower box centerpieces, and cookie table chargers! All so rustic & gorgeous =)
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Yesterday's wedding was beyond gorgeous, in so many ways...gorgeous weather, gorgeous venue, gorgeous dress, gorgeous COUPLE! I mean, just take a look at these photos...I couldn't stop picking my favorites for the blog!!!...
Read MoreAfter how much fun we had during our first Gender Reveal Party, when we became pregnant this year, I couldn't wait to plan another!!! Last time, we threw a Football Themed party as it was Fall and Steelers season, but this time 20 weeks hit with the Summer heat ;) And I thought, let's celebrate Baby Lim Hawaiian style with a Gender Reveal Luau =D
Read MoreIt's always an honor when a dear friend asks you to capture such sweet memories in their life as a baby being born =) And for Kristin's family, this is the second time with baby brother, Seth's arrival!
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WOW, I feel like you can't get much hotter than Mason & Kayla's 90+ degree, high humidity wedding yesterday...but just look how GORGEOUS these outdoor photos are with blue skies & green grass...it makes all the sweat worth it ;) An intimate wedding filled with little quirks, like Harry Potter referenced vows and bride & groom matching Converse sneakers, made this wedding truly unique and unforgettable!
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