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Highlights of 2011 | Wedding Moments and Portraits

mary — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 16:53:19 +0000

With New Year’s Eve just around the corner–ok, tomorrow!–I wanted to share some final highlights from this year’s weddings. Looking back on the the 2011 wedding season, I’m amazed at all the wonderful couples and families I got to work with. I truly love creating meaningful photos for my clients, and it’s a big honor to know they trust me with such an important task on their wedding day. Here’s to all the brides and grooms and their families! A big congratulations to them all.

I’ve selected just one photo from each wedding–just a sampling of some of my favorite moments and portraits from 2011. I can’t wait to see what the new year brings!

Oglebay Resort Wedding Photography | Lara and Henry

mary — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 17:22:55 +0000

“Unless it’s raining, we’re having the wedding outside.” Despite gusty winds and windblown hair, Lara and Henry celebrated their marriage exactly where they wanted it–overlooking the beautiful grounds of Oglebay Resort in Wheeling, West Virginia. I love it when couples enjoy their wedding day–regardless of circumstances–and relish in the fellowship of family and friends. Lara and Henry’s joy radiated to their guests, and everyone enjoyed the reception of dancing and eating.

A big congratulations to Lara and Henry. Here are just a few of my favorite moments from their day.

Hidden Valley Resort Wedding | Katie and Brian

mary — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:45:48 +0000

On a perfectly beautiful fall day, Katie and Brian exchanged vows and rings on top of the mountain at Hidden Valley Resort. I must say that this is the first wedding I’ve photographed where the bride rode a ski lift up to the ceremony! And what a change in scenery from their snowy winter engagement session here. Everyone enjoyed the incredible view and blue sky, and later they danced the night away at the reception. What a fun crowd!

A big congratulations to Katie and Brian! Here are just a few of my favorite moments from their day.

I’ll spare readers the image that sparked this reaction. Let’s just say it involved a moon…of sorts.

St. Paul Cathedral Wedding Photography | Lauren and Matt

mary — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 17:55:35 +0000

There’s no denying it, Lauren and Matt got a rainy day for their wedding. Yet in spite of the rain and cold, they had a fun-filled and beautiful wedding at St. Paul Cathedral in Oakland. Lauren had the best philosophy when it came to her wedding dress getting wet and dirty: Hey, you only wear it once. So true! Honestly, when it comes down to it–marrying your soulmate is way, way more important than nice weather, details, and pristine dresses. I was so glad Lauren and Matt had the right perspective and were able to enjoy their day. I know their guests had a great time, too!

A big congratulations to Lauren and Matt. Here are a few of my favorite moments from their day.

Pittsburgh Center for the Arts Wedding | Holly and Matt

mary — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 14:33:05 +0000

After a lovely evening ceremony at Heinz Chapel, Holly and Matt celebrated their wedding with family and friends at the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts. Holly and Matt chose to have a first look before the ceremony, taking advantage of the beautiful fall light and weather. This made it easy for them to head to their reception quickly following the ceremony, where they joined in the party and dancing with their guests.

A big congratulations to Holly and Matt. Here are just a few of my favorites photos from their day.

Westin Hotel Pittsburgh Wedding | Alison and Mac

mary — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 19:44:40 +0000

Over the beautiful Labor Day weekend (well, at least on the one nice day!), Alison and Mac celebrated their wedding at the Westin Hotel in Downtown Pittsburgh. I must say that the plethora of cute kids almost stole the show that day. I loved the classic outfits Alison and Mac chose for their ring bearer and flower girls–something I don’t see a lot of but certainly think is becoming. After their ceremony at Epiphany Catholic Church by the new Consol Energy Center, Alison and Mac enjoyed a great reception at the Westin Hotel. As I wrote in my review of the Westin last year, the service was impeccable, and everyone enjoyed the evening.

A big congratulations to Alison and Mac. Here are just a few of my favorite moments from their day.

Pittsburgh Center for the Arts Wedding | Abby and Matthew

mary — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:09:29 +0000

With the blue sky above Mellon Park in the background, Abby and Matthew exchanged vows and rings and later partied with their guests at the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts. I have to say that this was one crazy dancing crowd at their wedding. Abby and Matthew set the bar high with their creative and fun first dance (it’s hard to have a coordinated first dance without looking staged or forced–they certainly didn’t have those problems), and everyone joined in later for the horah.

A big congratulations to Abby and Matthew. Here are just a few favorites moments from their day.

Double Tree Hotel Pittsburgh Wedding | Amanda and Steve

mary — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 17:43:28 +0000

Surrounded by family and friends, Amanda and Steve celebrated their marriage in the modern and chic Double Tree Hotel in downtown Pittsburgh. With the sun still in the sky, they exchanged vows earlier in the day at the beautiful St. Bernard’s in Mt. Lebanon. Everyone enjoyed the great music and food, and I think Amanda and Steve had the best cookie table I’ve ever seen. And that’s saying something because I’ve seen a lot! I’ll share more on it later.

For now, here a just a few of my favorite photos from their day. A big congratulations to Amanda and Steve.

Sheraton Station Square Wedding | Kristen and Mike

mary — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 17:28:53 +0000

Although clouds threatened in the morning, the sky stayed clear and beautiful for Kristen and Mike’s wedding celebration at the Sheraton Station Square. After separate trolley rides to St. Louise de Marillac, Kristen and Mike exchanged rings and vows in a quiet ceremony with their friends and family. The night heated up with a fabulous reception at the Sheraton Station Square with guests enjoying the music from a Three Rivers Entertainment band.

A big congratulations to Kristen and Mike. Here are just a few of my favorite moments from their day. Also, a big thanks to Beth Insalaco who assisted me as my second photographer.

Heinz History Center Wedding | Lindsay and Chris

mary — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 17:24:23 +0000

On a warm summer day in August, Lindsay and Chris exchanged vows and celebrated their marriage with family and friends at the Heinz History Center in downtown Pittsburgh. Though clouds came and went throughout the day, Lindsay and Chris ended the evening with a beautiful sunset and a great party. Everyone enjoyed the the amenities of the Heinz History Center, and Lindsay’s peacock feather details were stunning. I plan to share more of her details later.

For now, though, here a just a few of my favorite moments from their day. A big congratulations to Lindsay and Chris.