Last week, Catherine and I got to hang out with Rachel and Zach in State College, PA for their engagement session! We met them at the Penn State Arboretum and then headed to downtown Lemont. These two are some of the sweetest people we have gotten to photograph. Rachel and Zach's story began in EIGHTH GRADE! They were introduced by a mutual friend at a Little League baseball game. Now, as a middle school girl, I attended MANY little league baseball games with my girlfriends,

Lauren and Michael's wedding day was held at the beautiful Catalpa Grove in Barnesville, PA. Everything about their big day was well thought out and held special meaning to their story. From the venue, to the dress, the local eats, and their collegiate traditions, Lauren and Michael made sure that this special day encompassed the story of them. Lauren and Michael met during their time at Penn State. While their paths had crossed a few times during undergrad, Michael and Laure

PREPARING FOR YOUR SESSION: Fall Mini Photo Session Edition! Whether you're preparing for a family photo session this fall with us or you're planning photos with another photographer, here are a few tips to help you prepare for your upcoming session! 1. Match the Season and Level of Formality Since we'll be photographing in late October, fall or winter colors will look nice. Neutral colors are always a good go-to as they are timeless! If you're planning on using these photos

In 1944 on July 4th, Josephine Mangino and Abie Cox married in New Castle, Pennsylvania. On July 4, 2021, 77 years after her grandparents said "I Do," Maria said "I Do" to the love of her life, Matt. This wedding was extra special to Samantha and me because Josephine was my grandmother's older sister, making Maria our cousin! Although Maria's grandparents, Josephine and Abie were with us in spirit, Maria and Matt made sure that they and so many other loved ones were honored o