DC Birth Photographer | Documentary Lifestyle Photography in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia

I’m always delighted to hear when any of my brides-to-be read my blog (and even those that have already tied the knot!), as it’s nice to know I’m not writing to a void, and I like to think my blog can give brides some inspiration for their own weddings. That was the case with Susie–she had seen my recent trash the dress session, which was done in Pittsburgh’s Frick Park, and she fell in love with the place.

So, Susie scoped the park out for herself, and on Tuesday I met up with her and Nick for their engagement photos. Despite the cloudy weather, we had a blast! They told me about how they met–he was a cook, she a waitress–and how it took a mutual friend to actually get them together. Lastly, we went up to Regent Square–just a little neighborhood near the park–for some “urban” shots. Susie and Nick, I can’t hardly wait for your wedding next year!

Susie picked perfect colors to coordinate with the fall foliage.

Ha, this is Nick’s “favorite pose.” Love it!

Susie, can you get any cuter???

I love it when couples can joke around with each other.

I actually take my dog to Frick Park a lot, but I’d never noticed this little cliff. Funny the things you can walk right by everyday…

Finally, after weeks of rescheduling due to rainy weather, I got to shoot Carlyn and Brian’s engagement session in Sewickley last Thursday. I think it was worth the wait!

Carlyn and Brian chose a lovely location for their engagement photos–Sewickley Heights Borough Park–which had a fun “country” feel to it. I know I say this all the time, but I just love doing engagement sessions because I get to know my clients a bit better. I must say though, that I’d already spent several hours chatting with Carlyn before the session when we had first sat down and met. Ah, I must say she’s a girl after my own heart! I mean, she reads the the Pioneer Woman blog for crying out loud! Sorry, yes, I must admit I’ve wasted some time on that site before…

Anyway, it was such a pleasure to finally get to meet Brian. I couldn’t get over just how much he loves Carlyn…it’s the sweetest thing. Thanks guys for being so much fun to hang out with!

Speaking of Pioneer Woman, check out Carlyn’s gorgeous red hair! I’m jealous.

Carlyn, you are BEAUTIFUL. Oh those blue eyes!

Brian, you are too! (handsome, that is)

Carlyn and Brian met on the swim team in college…here’s a little weight room reenactment.