Shane + Maureen - Married!

This is a love story … about how much I LOVE Shane + Maureen! Unlike most brides + grooms, I was booked by these two before they ever even worked with me after seeing the work I did for a past JSP couple (shout out to Chris + Liz!!).  That can sometimes be worrisome for photographers. What if they work with me + it isn’t anything like they expected? What if they don’t like my corny jokes or crazy ways to get legitimate smiles?! I had nothing to fear. I met with Shane + Maureen just before their wedding + not only were they fun + super compatible but Shane offered me a full course meal instead of a vendor meal making him my favorite groom, ever ;)

By the time I got to Maureen on her wedding day, she was already glowing + I knew this day was going to be PERFECT (That's also thinks to the AMAZING Makeup by Chelsea! Loveee what she does for my beautiful brides!)   I had the best time with Maureen, her girls + her mother but my favorite “getting ready” moment was when Maureen’s dad saw her for the first time. I mean - HOW ADORABLE IS HE?! The whole room was moved to tears. My second shooter covered the guys getting ready + I heard Shane was being very responsible by passing out water bottles to all of the groomsmen. Sorry I missed that, haha!

Shane + Maureen married in a gorgeous Catholic ceremony + we were blessed to have access to shoot all around the church during the ceremony.  Then we headed to a location into Gettysburg for some bridal party shots. Lastly, we ended at The Links at Gettysburg for a beautifully set up reception. To top everything off, we were able to snag some romantic portraits with a rainbow after some drizzle + then the sunset.

I can’t tell you enough how wonderful it was to be a part of Shane + Maureen’s day. To know the Storms is to love them + as much as I love their wedding gallery, it still doesn’t give justice to how genuinely wonderful + in love these two are. Shane, I wish you a lifetime of kisses from Maureen ;)  Enjoy!

Tim + Laura - Married!

Tim + Laura’s wedding couldn’t have been more perfect. They had their special day at a venue I absolutely adore (And I mean REALLY adore - I got married there a week later!) and the weather was the best of the season. Tim + Laura brought a lot of fun to their Big Day. I loved their royal blue colors, Laura’s unique dress, their hilariously adorable ring bearer and son, their epic gun picture request, and man, do these guys and their friends/fam know how to party! The reception was too much fun! Don’t even get me started on their superhero boutonnieres and fabric flowers. But one of my ABSOLUTE favorite parts of this day was when Tim’s son Gavin brought Laura a flower while she was getting ready and told her how beautiful she looked in her dress.  I think everyone was in tears!!  This was my last wedding of the season and I went out with a bang. I wish this little family nothing but happiness and love!

Ira + Chelsea - Married!

I am such a lucky person to have met Ira + Chelsea and even luckier to have been able to work with them on one of the most meaningful days of their lives. These two are just lovely, creative souls that truly just. GET. IT. In a world full of flash and fakeness, it is a breath of fresh air to meet a couple so truly genuine and meant to be.

Ira, Chelsea and their family worked their BUTTS off for their wedding. The whole thing was completely made from bare hands and big dreams. It was truly unbelievably to see. Chelsea’s dad HANDMADE their dance floor and ceremony site. UNREAL. The food was also homemade and delicious.  And the swing, teepee and Photo Booth?! With my own wedding only being a monthaway, I wanted to just pick up the whole dang thing and use it as my own wedding.

So I might have put a little extra shots in here that weren’t necessarily needed for this blog post. But little things like the cutest/funniest flower girl and ring bearer, a song from the groom to bride, and a cat walking down the aisle just had to be shared. It’s a part of Ira + Chelsea’s story and they have created a beautiful one for themselves.  Enough babbling. I will leave you with a quote that Ira dedicated to his new wife before singing to her in front of all of their friends and family.

"The only people for me are the mad ones, the ones who are mad to live, mad to talk, mad to be saved, desirous of everything at the same time, the ones who never yawn or say a commonplace thing, but burn, burn, burn like fabulous yellow roman candles exploding like spiders across the stars and in the middle you see the blue centerlight pop and everybody goes “Awww!” - Jack Kerouac

Brian + Kaitlin - Married!


It feels like eternity since I blogged last but this wedding is worth breaking that trend for. Brian and Kaitlin are a beautiful unique couple. They’re smart, creative and just downright perfect for each other. If you are wondering some examples of this, how about their teary old church ceremony, their dandelion wish entrance, or their handmade details (I mean those flowers!? They were done by Katilin’s friend and they are FANTASTIC!)  Don’t even get me started on their rings! I also couldn’t help but notice that their family and friends mean everything to them and the feeling was mutual. Throughout the whole day everyone was speaking such praises of the sweet newlywed couple and I couldn’t agree more. With their deep passion + incredible work ethic, I know these two are going to go so far, and even further now that they are together. Enjoy my favorites from this fantastic wedding!

Sam + Cierra - Married!


This wedding was the epitome of all things that make me happy. Good friends that I’ve known for years, wedding decor that I would like to steal and use for my own wedding, a brave bride and groom that are wiling to go the extra mile for epic shots, and, oh yes, tears. Lots of tears. (Sorry Beth - you might be crying more than once in here.)

I’ve known Cierra for what feels like forever. (There are some embarrassing pictures somewhere to prove it.) The first time I worked with Sam and Cierra one-on-one for their gorgeous daughter’s newborn pictures, I just fell in love with how they are together. They are hilarious, adorable and best friends. They are also the most amazing parents and, as I can attest to, the most amazing friends.

My site literally crashed when I tried to upload this blog the first time so I had to cut it in half. (Yeah, THAT’S how many pictures there are.) But I will say, the most beautiful thing about being friends with the couple that you are photographing is that they trust you…… to do crazy things like wear their wedding attire in the middle of the creek. (Highlight of my wedding season so far.) Sam + Cierra (and Addie!), I loveeee you!  This is just the beginning for your little family and I can’t wait to be there every step of the way to photograph the rest ;) 

Gerry + Stacy - Married!

Holy moley, it’s been awhile since I did a blogpost - but I HAD to blog this wedding. I know I say this every wedding, but the Bowerman Wedding was my largest wedding gallery yet and it is pretty easy to see why. A beautiful venue, the happiest couple (can we talk about Stacy’s mega watt smile though?!), a gorgeous wedding party and family (and shout out to all the kiddos - I could have made a gallery just for them!), tons of unique details, dance moves that I have honestly never seen before, and maybe even a few happy tears. It might have been the hottest day of the year but the only thing I could focus on was Gerry, Stacy and the beautiful little family they brought together that day.  I’m a little sad to be sending this gallery off but I know a couple that well deserves it. Gerry + Stacy, you are both truly a couple to look up to.  Your loving gentleness with each other, your kids, your friends, and everyone you come across is something the world needs a little more of. Thanks for giving me this beautiful day to capture.

Eliut + Alisha - Married!

Eliut and Alisha’s wedding was long awaited. They are high school sweethearts and Eliut even proposed to Alisha at the happiest place on Earth and her favorite place on Earth, as well - Disney World! Now, they weren’t able to actually get married in Disney World but their wedding was just as magical as any place because of the love they share between them.

As I always say, tears make the best pictures!  We got the bride, groom, siblings, Mother of the Bride, AND Father of the Bride all tearing up in this gallery (Booyahhhh!).  Alisha is also part of a sorority and had a special moment with her Big before the ceremony. You’ll notice the flower girl is missing for the ceremony after a little burn mishap but she makes some appearances later in the gallery - looking like the cutest little hand-wrapped MMA fighter, ever.  Oh, and the wedding party was pretty hilarious.  We battled some injuries, crazy weather, and time restraints but all in all, it was a beautiful night with a couple that I personally can’t get enough of. It was a perfect little fairytale.

Also, knowing that Alisha is a Disney fanatic, I added a little “magic” into one of their couples pictures. Can you find which one? :) Enjoy some favorites of this beautiful wedding. Eliut and Alisha - THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for choosing me to join you on this magical ride! Xoxox

Steven + Brittany - Married!

I shot one of my favorite engagement sessions when I worked with Steven and Brittany the first time so I had high expectations for their wedding. They far, far exceeded those expectations.

Steven and Brittany’s wedding was soft, sweet, and the perfect day from start to finish. Just a few of my favorite parts - Brittany’s beautiful jaw dropping dress (and the boots… obsessed with her BOOTS!), all of the families coming together and enjoying s’mores and games, the beautifully spoken ceremony, THE FIRST LOOK (the best one yet!), the hilarious wedding party, their epic cake smashing the fun, and of course, how beautifully and gently they showed their love for each other through out the day. Oh, and the amazing amount of portraits I was able to capture thanks to their awesome time management of their day!

God gave Steven and Brittany the most beautiful day and I know they deserved it.  I cannot say enough about their friends, family, and the venue coordinators for making this the perfect day for them. I would go back and reshoot it every weekend if I could! I wish you both a lifetime of health, happiness and love!

Enjoy some favorites…

Evan + Danielle - Married!

I could write a novel about Evan and Danielle and their wedding day butttt I know two very excited people who are ready to see their gallery.  So I will keep this short and simple.

It’s very rare to find a person that is genuine, good-hearted and honest in this day and age.  I was lucky enough to find that in Evan years ago and was even lucky enough to be his friend. And now, fast forward almost 10 years, and I am in awe that a woman as incredible as Danielle exists. Even more so, that such beautiful people were able to find each other.  This wedding was simply beautiful - it wasn’t loud and flashy. Even with downpours the whole day, no one was stressed. This wedding was truly about family, real love and the celebration of two of the best people I know becoming one. 

(On a side note, while you are scrolling through these portraits I’m sure you are going to be thinking things like “Wow, these too are so freaking good-looking!” like I was. And the best part about that is Evan and Danielle are so humble, that they don’t even know how beautiful they are inside and out. So make sure to give them some love in the comments section!)

Evan and Danielle - it was an honor to photograph this day for you and it’s an honor to know you. Now go have some gorgeous babies so I can photograph them! 

Enjoy lots of my favorites!

Sam + Shelby - Married!

I attended high school with Sam and Shelby - Sam was in most of my classes growing up and Shelby I recall seeing around our high school halls. I had never actually been around them when they were a couple but only a few minutes into our engagement session and I knew they complimented each other perfectly.  From our time together, they were both so laid back and fun to be around.  

It had been a rainy month but on the day that Sam and Shelby were to get married the sun came out and it was absolutely beautiful. They started with a Catholic ceremony and then went by trolley to a nearby park for bridal party shots.  I have to give them props for fighting off bugs and swampy grounds without a single complaint (again, there’s that laid back personality of theirs ;) ) Lastly, their reception took place at the Park Inn.

This day was full of happy tears, hilarious moments, and the party hadn’t ended by the time I left that evening.  It was the best kind of wedding.  I am in loveeeee with this wedding gallery! Enjoy some of my favorites….

Chris + Ashley - Married!

I’ve never photographed a wedding I didn’t love - but I’ve also never photographed a wedding quite as special as Chris & Ashley’s.  

This was my first time photographing at the Yorktowne Hotel so I arrived extra early. This venue is full of classic charm, lovely textures and the staff was great to work with. Much of the decor was beautifully hand crafted and much of it was handled by the family of the bride and groom. A lot of love went into this wedding.

Even though I’ve had long chats with Chris and Ashley, we never actually worked together.  Their wedding day was the first time I got a glimpse into their lives.  There were a few things that stood out to me on the Tilley’s wedding day.  Firstly, their obvious connection. They light up when they are together. When Ashley walked down the aisle towards her soon-to-be husband, their faces immediately changed into blissful grins.  They feel comfort with one another. They support each other.  Ashley's father said during his speech that, “even when they were countries away they never considered the thought of not being together”.  How beautiful and rare is that?

Second, the closeness of their families - like they’ve known each other forever, like even their families were destined to know each other. Chris’s brothers spoke of years of memories with Ashley and you could tell that she was already their sister. Their parents and grandparents (some who I had the pleasure of chatting with) were lovely people and you could tell a great support system for this marriage; people they could look to for advice.

Lastly, Chris gave a toast to his new wife. That’s right. He stood in front of everybody and spoke of how beautiful of a person Ashley is and how she completes him. Talk about a tearjerker! If that’s not a testament of true love, I don’t know what is. This wedding was complete with a fun wedding party, crazy dance moves, and a beautifully spoken ceremony. Oh and more importantly - Sunset pictures on the roof!!!!  I’m almost sad to be done editing this wedding.

Enjoy some favorites from Chris & Ashley’s Wedding Day!

Kevin + Erin - Married!


I. LOVED. THIS. WEDDING!

Kevin + Erin were recommended to me by the sweetest past classmate of mine (shout out to Lucy!  You’re the best!) + I’m so happy that she did. Their wedding was at a beautiful venue in Delaware + it was one of the few weddings where I hadn’t yet gotten to know my couple like I usually do due to distance. It was such a breath of fresh air when I finally met these two - not only are they unbelievably good looking but also so laid back, genuine + sweet. I knew it within moments of meeting them. I also knew within moments of meeting them that is wedding was going to be one for the books. And it was.

After a crazy photoshoot with the guys (which involved a lot of beer and a lot of butt grabbing), my second shooter and I set up a First Look. When Kevin turned around and saw his fiancé for the first time - goodness - just look at the look in his eyes! I’ve never seen two people so in love + so happy when they finally were able to wrap their arms around each other.  From there we captured some of my favorite Bridal Party/Couples portraits to date. (Mark my words - one of these images WILL be gracing my studio!)  Between some great people, a very unique location + amazing outfit choices I was jumping up and down with excitement over how stinkin’ good these shots turned out.  Kevin + Erin’s ceremony was intimate with a candle lit ambience.  This was the first time I saw the flower girls and their INCREDIBLE tutus and the ring bearers in their cute little tuxes! Erin’s brother-in-law officiated the wedding + it was such a beautiful touch that made the ceremony that much more special. From there, the party started!

I’ve never had so much to photograph at a reception! This group of people knew how to have fun + I was never at a loss for what to capture. The DJ also commented on how this was the best dressed group of people he had ever seen. I think my favorite moment had to be when Kevin emerged from under Erin’s dress when grabbing her garter belt with his mouth to his Father-in-Law standing over him glaring at him… Haha! (Make sure you check out the pictures of it below because it was hilarious!)  We were also able to stow away for a moment to capture a few nighttime shots - something that I must start doing more often!

I took away so much positivity from the Ralph’s nuptials.  It was so blatantly obvious throughout the whole night just how loved these two are.  Every toast and speech mentioned their caring nature, their love for their dog-baby, how hardworking they are, + how in love they are. From spending the day with them, I could whole heartedly agree with those statements.

Enjoy many favorites from their Big Day <3

Chris + Liz - Married!

Happy Valentine’s Day, lovebirds! What is more Love-Dayesque than sharing some favorites of Chris + Liz’s heartfelt wedding day?!

If I could describe this couple in one word it would be “sweet”. They have the biggest smiles and hearts to go with it. We started the day in their church. Chris and Liz got ready in Sunday school rooms and then we headed outside in the dreary weather for separate bridal party shots. Even though it was very cloudy and drizzling all day, it was warm enough that we were able to get a big chunk of pictures outdoors. In JANUARY!!! How lucky is that?!

The ceremony was such a tear jerker! I don’t think there was a dry eye when Chris + Liz said their vowels.  Once they walked down the aisle I rushed them outside for some portraits (The sun goes down so early in the winter!!). The weather made for some beautifully romantic portraits!  I honestly can’t pick a favorite. I just have to laugh because Chris, an avid Superman lover, had his Superman shirt under his tux.  We encouraged him to unbutton and show the shirt off for some pictures - to which Liz said, “Oh! I didn’t even know he was wearing that! I was wondering why you were asking him to take his clothes off!” Hahaha! I made sure to get lots of details of Liz’s breathtaking dress - oh, the detail!!  And those flowers were to die for!!! So you’ll notice lots of close ups of those as well (Thanks to Weddings and Blooms!)  The best part and the reason I love shooting weddings - Chris + Liz’s natural chemistry. There is nothing I love more than seeing two best friends cuddle, giggle and play with each other. Its the stuff all the best marriages are made of <3

We had a blast at their reception located at The Lodge at Liberty Forge. I LOVE photographing this venue - it’s so unique and beautiful! Lots of laughs, drinks and dancing was head and I went home with a happy heart. Thank you to the Ridens and your families for such a lovely time. Enjoy a few of my favorites from their Big Day! Oh… and happy Valentine’s Day :)

David + Katie -Married!

It was exactly two months ago on a dreary, wet day that David & Katie were primping themselves with their closest friends and family before they walked down the aisle. I had met these two about a year prior thanks to my sweet friend Erin who sent them my way. When we met at Panera it was like I’ve known them my whole life. They talked to me about their family and their friends, how special they were to them. They talked to me about each other, what they’ve been through together and what they dreamed of for their future.  Katie casually brought up their friend Allie, who had passed away from cancer and how it had been a rough year for them. I went home and instantly instagram-stalked them. (I have no shame LOL!)  And I never told them this, but I sat and cried over their Instagram pictures.  Pictures speak a thousand words and I was looking at pictures of David and Katie having date nights in their friend’s hospital room.  I knew from that moment that these two were special.

I had SO wanted the perfect day for them. I was disappointed when there was a 90% chance of rain all day long. But when I arrived to snap getting ready shots, no one was stressed or unhappy. Katie had the biggest smile on her face and David was his usual hilarious self. The weather didn’t matter to them, just that they would soon be Mr. and Mrs.  I have to say that despite the weather, this gallery holds some of my favorite shots of all time. Davie and Katie both ROCKED their getting ready portraits and I couldn’t handle all the sweet moments between Katie and her parents.  The venue was gorgeous for their ceremony and was the perfect setting for David’s tears as his beautiful bride walked down the aisle to a recording of he and their friend Allie singing “You Raise Me Up”. And despite the wind and wetness, the families and bridal party gave me the best smiles and went along with all of my crazy ideas.  Their creative and loving touches - the kids’ favor bags, the many flowers girls and ring bearers, their cake which doubled as Katie’s nephew’s birthday cake, the handmade signs of love, Allie’s keepsakes like her ring and hair pins, her mother speaking to everyone about the selfless people that are the Hiddemens - made this a wedding that no other can ever match and is a true testament for who they are as people.

Mr. and Mrs. Hiddemen wanted a perfect, love-filled day and that’s exactly what they got.  These two deserve the very, and I mean VERY best, and my heart is so happy that they found that in each other.  Something tells me this is just the beginning of something very beautiful.  Enjoy my manyyyyyy favorites.

Second Shooter // Micaela Burkholder

Caterer // The Uncommon Caterer

Videographer // Cinema Capture Films

Venue // Historic Acres of Hershey

Kevin + Kate - Married!

What feels like a billion years ago, Kate and I met when we worked at Messiah Nursing Home. To say I was thrilled when she inquired about wedding pricing is an understatement. Meeting with her and Kevin for their consultation, I just knew this wedding was going to be one for the books - and it was. From Kate's classic beauty, to Kevin's charm, to their hilarious wedding party, to the sweetest families ever, to a beautiful Catholic church, to a reception venue full of perfect picture spots, to sunset portraits... need I go on? Kevin and Kate are a match made in Heaven - truly! A good example of this, as one of the best men pointed out during his speech, is for fun Kevin would rather clean horse stalls with Kate then get drinks with the boys and watch football. (Can I get an "awwwwwwwwww so cute"?1?)  It melts my heart that my old friend found the man of her dreams and it's so very obvious that they are going to have a beautiful life together.  Without further ado ... some favorites from the Osborne Wedding!

Second Shooter // Micaela Burkholder

Flowers // Pealer's Flowers

DJ // DJ Freez

Venue // West Shore Country Club