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A Summer Lebanon Valley College Engagement Session | Corine + Josh
Having the place essentially to ourselves we utilized almost the entire campus from pretty places with flowers to cool staircases and buildings that were special to them.
Summer Rain Wedding at The Barn at Stoneybrooke | Kelsey + Craig | 7-1-2021
…They are both the life of the party and ready to help in a moments notice. They always have other’s well-being at heart…
A Summer Wolf’s Hollow County Park Engagement Session | Alicia + Paul | 6-27-2021
After giving Alicia lengthy instruction on a pose we were working on for their session, I joked as I often do to Paul about it being all about the girl. He laughed generously but then later admitted that while everyone says that wedding planning is all about the bride, he actually wants to have a part in the planning process too….It’s his wedding day too! And, I couldn’t agree more.
A Summer Aldie Mansion Wedding | Maura + Zachary | 6/12/2021
To know Maura and Zachary is to know love and acceptance. When Zach walked in the sunroom at Aldie Mansion on his wedding day to find me there taking their detail photos, he not only said hello but greeted me with the biggest smile you could imagine and a huge hug. I thought I was good at welcome hugs but honesty both Zach and his brother Patrick have me beat.
Wind in the Willows Summer Wedding | Jenna + Aaron’s Vow Renewal Celebration | 6-6-2021
Over the past year between Jenna and Aaron’s micro wedding last summer on 6-6-20 at Wind in the Willows and this year’s vow renewal celebration I’ve wondered: What do you do at a vow renewal celebration? AKA: Your original wedding panned was ruined by COVID so you got married anyway but still want to party with your friends at some point.
And the answer is…
A Commencement Story | Manheim Central Class of 2021 | 6-4-2021
The audience quieted after yet another round of applause. It was time for our fearless leader to take the stage, Manheim Central’s superintendent Dr. Aiken. He wasted no time…he never does.
A Rainy Spring Wedding at Historic Acres of Hershey | Christina + Andrew | 5-30-2021
It was the sweetest aisle moment I’ve witnessed to date. Christina and Andrew chose to have a traditional timeline to ensure the vision they had of their wedding ceremony, seeing each other for the first time at the alter, happened…and it was worth it!
A Rainy, Spring Wedding At The Barn at Stoneybrooke | Jennifer + Matthew | 05-29-2021
While I can’t say it was a perfect day….they really wanted to be married outside of course. I can say it was the day of their dreams.
A Pup-Perfect Engagement Session in Marietta, PA | Erica + Jhordan | 05-22-2021
She has these eyes that are hard to put into words. They are stunning and captivating but also kind and inviting at the same time.
May at The Barn at Stoneybrooke: A blue and blush wedding | Caitlin + Steven | 05-23-2021
They chose to read their vows to each other privately outside under the most beautiful wise, old tree. A sweet breeze blew in the heat of the May afternoon sun. It wiped away their tears of joy and gratitude for each other as they pronounced their love and dedication to each other for the rest of their lives.
Spring Blue and Blush Wedding at The Barn at Stoneybrooke | Christina + Jeffrey | 05.15.2021
“There will be a last dance and then a private dance for the couple before the sparkler exit.” I heard this said to me probably 5 times throughout planning and through the evening and it still didn’t sink in that private meant….well, private.
Neutral Toned May Wedding at The Barn at Stoneybrooke | Lindsey + Taylor | 05.01.21
“I have a surprise for Taylor. He’s going to LOVE it!”
Lindsey’s wedding gift to Taylor was a Penny’s Ice Cream cart at the reception. Basically the coolest gift I’ve ever seen.
A Spring Wedding at Harmony Hall | Kathryn + Brian 4.24.21
Their wedding day was beautiful. We started out with some sun to fill us up with energy, then the wispy clouds moved in for first look and bridal party portraits. By their ceremony it was officially cloudy and for good luck, it rain for their bubble send-off at the end of the night.
The perfect day surrounded by their favorite people.
April Blooms at The Barn at Stoneybrooke | Jaclyn + Eric | 4.17.21
It was time for the vows. Michael pulled sheets of paper from his officiant folder and handed them to Jackie and Eric. The intimate gathering of guests settled in to hear what these two incredibly intelligent, individuals had written for each other. They’ve written countless papers…maybe even a dissertation or two….but this was different.
Longwood Gardens Spring Family Photos | Moffett Family 4.11.21
I’m so glad I had the opportunity to introduce you to Longwood Gardens. It is a place that is so special to my heart even past the pretty photos. It’s a place of solace and quiet.
Spring Opening at Longwood Gardens | Carla + Gregory 4.10.21
Longwood was a bustle with excitement from hundreds of guests as we strolled the expanse of the grounds. Time and time again we found so much beauty to feature this beautiful couple and their love.
A Colorful Springlike Wedding at Cameron Estate Inn | Katie + Matthew 3.13.21
I stepped out of my car and inhaled deeply. Though it was still winter the air was crisp with a delicious taste of citrusy spring. The warm sun radiated over the ground at Cameron Estate Inn as it sunk, settling into the trees at the far end of the property, just scraping the tops of the branches as it began to retire for the night. It was Katie and Matt’s wedding day.
It would be a day of introductions. A day of welcome. A day of love.
A Winter Wedding at The Star Barn | Shannon + Thomas | 1.23.21
To be one of 30 to witness a marriage…to be one of the few there…it takes the gratefulness up to a new level of heartwarming.
Cyndie + Kyle’s Parque Ridley Creek Engagement Shoot
Two weeks passed from first contact to meeting at Parque Ridley Creek for their engagement session. Without being able to officially meet in person before booking, it was fun to get to meet in person so soon after our initial emails.
2020 in the Rearview
I’ve been quiet the past few days. It hasn’t really been on purpose but I’ve allowed myself to slip into full family mode over the holiday. We all needed it.