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It’s hard to believe it’s already November and the holiday season is right around the corner. So if you’re the type who likes to send custom holiday cards (I am! Our dog Brownie usually graces our Christmas cards…), it’s the time to start thinking about ordering yours before the Dec. 9th deadline. Here’s a sample for Katherine and Robert who were married this July at the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts. This design is great for newlyweds who’d like to share a wedding portrait with their family and friends. I also have designs for family and newborn portraits.

These flat 4×5.5 cards are full-color and two-sided with space for you to write a message on the back. The cards include envelopes and are sold in sets of 25 for $35 (sales tax included).

Here’s what the back looks like:

I’m working on my order now so that I can have them ready to go before all the hustle and bustle begins. The turnaround time for design, printing and shipping is 10 days. If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to email or call me. I’d be happy to talk with you!

Emily and Jim were married on Dec. 18. And that Saturday was pretty warm, but the snow that had fallen earlier in the week hadn’t melted yet, so it was a lovely winter day for a Pittsburgh wedding photographer. Their ceremony was held in the morning with a late lunchtime reception. It was a short, but sweet day. We stopped by Hartwood Acres on the way to their reception in Hampton. This is a favorite location of mine and the mansion was decorated for Christmas, so it doesn’t get any better than that. Here are a few favorites from their wedding:

This is a fun favorite. Emily’s bridesmaids thought it would be cute to have the ring bearer hold their bouquets. And it was. I think he’s bashful at all of the attention he’s getting here.

St. John Neumann is a large Catholic church in the North Hills of Pittsburgh. It’s sanctuary is modern and spacious.

Sometimes I like to take the point of view from a guests perspective, but that all depends on the church policy on photography. This church was very flexible.

This kiss caught us by surprise. If it’s not a formal part of the ceremony, you never know when it’s coming. For this reason, Alex lingers by the center aisle and I’m free to move around.

The flowers are by a neighbor of mine. She literally lives three doors down from me and has a thriving floral business. If you’re interested in finding out more, send me a message and I’ll send you her contact info. Her business is all by word of mouth and it’s no wonder because she does a great job and she’s so nice to work with.

I love seeing the grooms hands on a brides waist. Actually, I love it when my husband holds me by the waist, so images like this one can really say a lot. This one’s by Alex. When I’m setting up portraits, he catches lovely details like this one.

Hartwood Acres has lots of beautiful window light inside the mansion.

I just love this one. Emily looks so peaceful and angelic. It’s another beauty by Alex.

We also did a few poses in front of the Christmas tree there before it was time to go.

Emily and Jim, congratulations on your marriage and many blessings to you!

I mentioned a couple of posts ago, that Sarah and John were married in Texas in the fall of last year. For family and friends who were not able to make it to their wedding, they held a second reception in Butler on Valentine’s Day. It was a Sunday evening reception and it made for a special way to celebrate the holiday with their friends and family.

Sarah carried a simple and elegant bouquet of red and white roses.

Their cookie table did not disappoint. There were plenty of scrupmtious treats and it was tough to choose!

This sweet flower girl is signing their “guest plate,” a more functional alternative to the usual book.

Here’s the happy couple in between welcoming their guests to the reception.

It’s easy to see how Sarah and her little girl adore one another.

Sarah’s a natural beauty and looks stunning in her white fur stole.

They had all of the traditional elements of a wedding reception and were announced into the room, toasted by several loved ones, and shared a first dance and father/daughter and mother/son dances.

Did I mention that Sarah’s from Texas? Check out the cowgirl boots she’s rocking under her dress.

Their cup cakes were delicious. I usually don’t get a chance to eat cake, but when my job was done at the close of the reception, I couldn’t resist helping myself.

Thanks again Sarah and John! It was so much fun to photograph your Pa. reception!

On the snowy Friday before Valentine’s Day, I met up with April and Anil for a mini photo session a top the West End/Elliot Overlook before they said “I do” in a ceremony with the Justice of the Peace. They were anxious to tie the knot and planned wait for warmer weather for their wedding reception. So we made the most of this special Friday morning despite the challenges from two feet of snowfall earlier in the week.

It was a pleasure to spend the morning with them and this experience reminded me that it’s the simplest of moments that can be the most intimate and sweet.

We headed to the courthouse after about 30 minutes of shooting in the snow.

We even had a few moments to joke around. I like how Anil is framing April’s face in this one. Actually, I just noticed that there are lots of sepia photos in this post. I like to send clients a mix of color, black and white and other variations. About three quarters of the way into my editing process, I select photos that stand out as good candidates for this and duplicate them so that I have options when designing the album.

It’s refreshing to see where romance can bloom. Congratulations April and Anil! Many blessings to you and your marriage.

Sarah and John were married earlier in 2009 in Texas. For the family who could not travel to their wedding, they held a reception in Butler on Valentine’s Day. Here’s a glimpse of two favorites from this beautiful couple’s Valentine’s Day reception:

Sarah is such a beautiful bride and there’s more to come. Blessings to you and John!