This lovely couple experienced what so many 2020 brides and grooms have experienced this past year. They planned the perfect wedding and to everyone’s surprise, a pandemic caused them to reschedule, not once, not twice, but three times! And I’d like to say that I’ve been in awe of this bride and groom’s patience and grace throughout.
When it comes to your wedding photography, you want to ensure that you have ample time to get all of the shots you want during you big day. Having your church and reception venues close together can help with that!
Lee and Brian decided to opt for a post-wedding photography session after their elopement this spring. It was a fun and relaxed way for them to commemorate the beginning of their lives as Mr. and Mrs. We decided to head to the Oakland area of Pittsburgh for its plentiful locations that are perfect for a playful post-wedding session.
Such a pretty bride! The petals were already falling and we had Brian shake the tree a bit to help.
Brian’s look was inspired by Johnny Depp. Lee said they liked what he wore at a recent event and decided that it was a good alternative to a suit or tux for Brian.
Our session was rescheduled by one week due to heavy rain and while it sprinkled that morning, we weren’t going to let that get in our way.
Much giggling occurs when I set couples into loose poses for more romantic shots. And I do love it when they giggle.
Here’s a fun one under another tree with pink blossoms. I love springtime.
We stopped at the gardens outside of Phipps Conservatory for a few shots.
This image was begging to be black and white.
It’s tough to tell, but it was raining lightly here as we walked around outside Heinz Chapel.
Lee is a Pitt graduate and Brian graduate from Penn State, but he was a good sport and didn’t seem to mind having his photo taken all over Pitt’s campus.
Sometimes it’s fun to have a couple that’s not the exact same height. It can be challenging, but it can also bring about unexpected images like this one.
Lee is actually standing on a small concrete bench. If I could go back, I’d photograph a full length shot for fun.
This one was fun. Lee is smiling at Brian who is just taking it all in while he stands off to the side. He said that the Frick Fine Arts building has never looked better.
One thing that’s nice about post-wedding sessions is the opportunity to get a little dirty and have fun. They wanted to get in the fountain for a few photos and I was happy to join in the fun.
This one is a new favorite and it is definitely going on the front page of my site. Lee and Brian, many blessings to you and your marriage! Thanks for a fabulous post-wedding session!
For creative portraits, a good location can really set the mood and provide a backdrop that suits the couple’s style. From time to time, I’ll be listing a few favorite locations for brides who are still in the planning process.
My first recommendation is a park that has a bad rap, but is actually quite stunning. Highland Park is tucked right above the Pittsburgh Zoo and is best-known as a shady scene. I wouldn’t recommend going there after dark, but the beautiful fountain and landscaping is very attractive for photos of the newly married couple.
Here are a few shots at the park:
If you like the feel of this park, but are not keen on the location. Mellon Park is only a few minutes’ drive away and offers formal gardens and a smaller fountain. Mellon Park is currently under construction with an art installation in the walled garden which was slated to be complete this fall. It should be in full splendor in time for the spring and summer of 2010.
Captivating Imagery