Have yourself a merry LITTLE Christmas - Baby Photography - Baby's First Christmas

I think someone told this little one that she is on the Nice List!

There are some things in life that we all wish we could go back to.  The innocent things, the first times, when life was simple and it was even easier to make a smile appear on a face.  This Christmas will be the first for many babies around the world, and wow I wish I could see each one of their faces the first time they see a Christmas tree.  We had a very tough time getting this cuties attention when there was a tree filled with sparkles, twinkles, and lights.

Life*Laugh*Love - Pittsburgh Wedding

Someone asked why some photographers sometimes say "it was an honor …" in response to photographing a person's wedding….Well, for me I honestly believe being in the presence of beautiful, happy, innocent love is always an honor!  Love is something that not everyone is blessed with, it is something rare and magical. So to being the one that captures the real deal on camera is a pretty darn big honor! 

Nestled in a quaint church in Elizabeth Forward, a beautiful bride smiled ear to ear as she walked down the aisle toward her groom.  Every seat in the church was filled with friends and family who couldn't wait to celebrate the beginning of this couple's life together.  

After the "I do's", the crowd gathered on the dance floor at the reception, and I'm fairly sure they never stopped.  I had such great times with this group.  So much about their families reminded me of mine, and of Pittsburgh.  The accents, the great cookie table, the special dances…. 

Speaking of special dances, the FOB really took his daughter for a spin on the dance floor.  I have never witnessed such a happy,and fun father daughter dance.  It was really great to watch them break it down to the oldies while everyone clapped and cheered around the dance floor.  Like I said in the beginning, it was an honor to be a part of this special day!

Chubby Cheeks and Ticklish Feet - Baby Photography

 Happy 6 months Miss Hayden! Those cheeks get more squeezable every time we see you!  Looking forward to the next 6 months of your first year! 

Beaming with Happiness- Pittsburgh Wedding Photography

Whenever I photograph a wedding, by the end of the work day, my face is sore.  It must be from all of the smiling behind the camera.  This wedding was no exception.  In fact, I was unable to stop smiling while going through the images afterwards too.  This bride and groom's happiness beamed out of every picture. I am so happy to have been a witness to their special day.

Judging by the photographs, you can't even tell it was freezing cold this day and had on and off snow flurries.  

 I have way too many favorites from this day!  I couldn't help myself from posting pretty much a million of them!

This beautiful bride not only looked stunning the day of, but planned a gorgeous reception as well.  The venue was decorated in an elegant/rustic style with peacock details and accents of beautiful magenta.  Everything was perfect.  Between the awesome decor and rocking dj, the dance floor was always packed.  It was great to see the young to the old out on the floor, celebrating this amazing couples marriage.  It is so sweet to see how many people this couple has touched, and how much love was shared in that room!

….Then comes momma pushin' a baby carriage - Maternity Portraits

First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes momma pushin' a baby carriage!  In a few short months this beautiful glowing woman will be welcoming a her and her husband's first child into the world.  Luck for me, I had the opportunity to capture her growing bump before it is gone!

We certainly lucked out with a gorgeous day down in South Park.  Hopefully she will be blessed with just an nice weather on the delivery day.  During the session, I joked that when we do the family session (+1) there will be snow on the ground and we can make snow angels.  But in reality, this beautiful mommy to be will be given an angel of her own, with or without the snow.  Congratulations and I can't hardly wait to meet the little nugget in 2015!

Happy Five Months Miss Hayden Aurora! Baby Photography

 Well it has been about a month so you know what time it is!  It is time to wish this cutie a happy five months! 

Welcome to the world Miss Emily Grace! - Newborn portraits

 Celebrating new life is such a wonderful thing.  Getting to share this moment with family and close friends is truly a gift. One of my oldest and dearest friends just welcomed her and her husband's first child into the world….. and I couldn't be more thrilled for them.

Since first grade, I have been witness to nearly all of this wonderful mom's big steps in life.  Last year I stood by her side as she married the man of her dreams and last week their closest friends and family were there at the hospital to give the first hellos and love to this sweet little girl.

Just as it has been for years with my friend and I, I cannot wait to be there to see this nugget grow up and have incredible moments in her life too!  It has only just begun!