lAURA & MATTHEW

You know when you meet someone, even over social media, and you instantly know you could be best friends with them? That’s how I felt when Brianna first messaged me about photographing her wedding next June. When we met them in downtown Pittsburgh for their engagement session, I just KNEW we would be the perfect fit for them and their wedding! They are a joyful and genuine couple who love the Lord and each other so deeply. They were SUCH a dream to photograph!

This session was especially special for me. You see, Rebecca is my sister, my little sister. And taking her SENOIR portraits was 1) such a blast and an honor and 2) made me feel SO OLD! I can still remember very clearly the day Becca came home to us from South Korea. She was adorable, had crazy baby hair and her personality lit up the room. And now she’s going into her senior year of high school, is still adorable, has crazy amazing hair and her personality still lights up a room!

I had the pleasure of photographing this sweet family last week. Jan Yabs contacted me this summer about updating their family photos, since it had been QUITE a while since they had family photos taken! I was happy to help!

Working with Sarah was an absolute dream. The entire time I kept telling her, “gosh, you are such a NATURAL at this!” And she was! She was such a joy to photograph and I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know her during her session. She and her mom drove an HOUR to her senior session in Steubenville, Ohio which amazed me!

When Bridget first told me about her unique schedule for her wedding day, I was SO intrigued. I had never heard of a wedding with dinner first and ceremony second! But after photographing their beautiful wedding day, I can tell you, it totally worked! And we still had time for gorgeous sunset photos! Win win!

About two weeks ago I got one of the best phone calls ever. I know that’s a pretty big statement but this was some pretty big news. I got a call from Will, who was dating one of my closest, dearest and most treasured friends that I’ve known for a decade. Allie and I met during the summer before our freshman year. So we have literally known each other for 10 amazing years. Allie is one of those people that will change you and inspire you after just one conversation. She is a truly beautiful soul and I am telling you, one of the most genuine and loyal friends I have ever met. She will laugh with you, cry with you, just be with you. And when she began dating Will, I just KNEW that she had found her future husband. I literally have never seen Allie happier than when she is with Will. He is so perfect for her and I am very pleased that he is a fellow HUGE Disney fan! Do I anticipate Schaefer and Davis family trips to Disney World…yes I do!

If there was one place I’ve always said I want to retire, it’s the Carolinas. Talk about a beautiful place to live and so great for families! There are amazing parks, adorable neighborhoods, great local businesses, and just beautiful southern charm everywhere you look.

Gosh, this summer is just flying by. I think I say that every year but it’s true! Our June was filled with warm sunny days outside and vacation! I’d call that a good June!

ADVENTURE. If there was one word to describe Teresa and John’s relationship it would be adventure. Their relationship leading up to their wedding had been filled with travel and new experiences. And now that they are married, the adventure continues. They are going to start their married life in Abu Dhabi…how cool is that?!?

I met Annie just about a year ago, she was the maid of honor for DALTON’S WEDDING. I loved getting to know her throughout the wedding day so when she told me she was expecting a little baby boy and asked me to do her maternity photos, I was like “YESSS!!!!” For her session we met at Racoon Creek State Park outside of Pittsburgh, PA and we found some amazing locations along the lake