I recently met up with some of the folks over at Deciduous Life to update their product shots. This session took place at the Penn State Berks baseball fields. There were many laughs had by all, and we soaked up the golden hour dreaminess like a sponge. Here are a few of my favorites from the session! Thanks for trusting me with your vision!
A few weeks ago, I had the honor of documenting Steph and Al's Day #1 as husband and wife! I have been looking forward to this day since long before I photographed their engagement session at Wyebrook Farm last fall.
The weather was absolutely fantastic on their wedding day! The sun was shining, the temperature was perfect, and there wasn't a rain cloud in sight. We couldn't have asked for a nicer day, or better people to celebrate with.
I met up with Steph and the rest of the girls while they were finishing up getting ready at It's All About You salon. Then, we headed to the huge sunflower field that is planted each year by the owners of Please Wash Me Carwash in Elverson. The owners of the field and car wash are friends of Steph and Al, and it was so sweet of them to offer us the space for a few quick bridal party portraits!
Then, we arrived at the Plow Church for final preparations and the ceremony. Steph and Al chose not to have a first look, opting for the more traditional moment that they would see each other for the first time as she was walking toward him down the church aisle. You could see the anticipation and excitement during that moment on both of their faces, and it had me in tears! (I'm lucky I get to hide my running-mascara-face on the other side of the camera!)
Steph and Al were surprised when they walked out of the church and found a huge tractor waiting for them, ready to take them to Joanna Furnace for their reception! This had all been arranged by friends ahead of time, behind the scenes. After a few photos on the Plow Church baseball field (baseball is a shared passion of theirs!), we left for Joanna Furnace and finished up our portraits there.
Photographing a wedding is a lot of hard work, and I am exhausted by the end of the night - but I typically don't notice that until after I pack up my gear and am driving home. The days fly by so quickly, and I get such an adrenaline rush and full heart from being surrounded by so much love, laughter, happy tears, and celebrating. I really love what I do, and I'm so thankful for my couples - like Steph and Al!!
If I had to describe their wedding and reception in just a few words, I would choose rustic, casual, country, and SO MUCH FUN!
Congratulations, Steph and Al!!! Thank you again for trusting me to capture these moments for you and your loved ones.
Big thanks to the following vendors for helping make this day a success:
Hair and Make-Up: It's All About You Salon and Spa, Reading, PA
Flowers: Flowers by Jena Paige
DJ: Rick Bean of B&B Light and Sound
Bride's dress: Forever Formals in Kennett Square, PA
Groom's suit: Men's Wearhouse in Wyomissing, PA
Tent/chair rental: Knights Rental in Leesport, PA
Church: Plowville Lutheran Church (Robeson Evangelical Lutheran) in Mohnton, PA
Reception: Joanna Furnace - Hay Creek Valley Historical Association in Morgantown, PA
Huge thanks to Jane Ammon for second shooting with me for a portion of the day!
I was recently in Camp Hill creating Noah's senior portraits. Noah is a member of Camp Hill High School's Class of 2018! I've known Noah and his family for a few years now, because he raced on the same snowboard team as my daughters (Ski Roundtop Race Club). He recently left the snowboard team to focus more on baseball, but I've been able to keep in touch with his family and was honored when they reached out and asked me to capture his senior portraits for them.
We started our session at Willow Park, then headed over to the West Shore Country Club for the second half of our photoshoot. The weather and light were perfect for us! I have really lucked out this past month and had amazing weather for my photoshoots. I don't want to jinx it, but I've been so fortunate lately! (The beginning of the summer was a completely different story, so I'm glad Mother Nature decided to reward me with some decent photoshoot weather now!)
Here are a few photos from our session. Best wishes for a successful and memorable senior year, Noah! Thank you again for this opportunity.
