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Hey, I'm Rachel. I'm a wedding and couples photographer capturing the honest, intimate, and unforgettable moments, based in Pittsburgh PA. Below are some of my most recent adventures and stories worth sharing.

A collection of narrated weddings, couples & lifestyle sessions 

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Kim and Luke’s engagement session offers the perfect transition from summer to fall. From adorable pink shorts and a tank to a flowy white dress on a beautifully foggy day, they took advantage of the last few days of sweet summertime as we head into fall. If you’re as love with fall engagement photos as […]

How to Get Save-the-Date Worthy Fall Engagement Photos | Kim & Luke’s Session

engagement photos for save the dates at Wildwood Golf Club, Allison Park, Pennsylvania

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Lately, I’ve showcased quite a few sophisticated urban photoshoots in downtown Pittsburgh. But this time, I want to feature the most adorable engagement session in Harmony, Pennsylvania—the perfect alternative for couples wanting to escape the hustle and bustle. Harmony is a picture-perfect option for many reasons. The small town is clean and well-kept, with fresh […]

Rainy Day Engagement Session in Historic Harmony, Pennsylvania

Zelienople and Harmony Pennsylvania engagement session

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Your wedding day is an exciting occasion that you will treasure forever. However, once you go into planning mode, it’s common to feel a bit overwhelmed, which can take some of the joy out of your big day—and no one wants that! As a recent bride myself, I don’t want you to feel burned out […]

7 Stress-Free Wedding Planning Tips | Mellon Park Engagement Photos

wedding planning tips

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We headed to Coop De Ville Pittsburgh and The Strip downtown for Sierra and Ethan’s engagement session. The locations are close together, so they cut down on commute time, and they each have tons of built-in charm and photogenic backdrops. Sierra and Ethan couldn’t have picked two more fitting photo locations. They love to laugh and play together and […]

Fun & Flirty Engagement Photos at Coop De Ville Pittsburgh

Coop De Ville Pittsburgh

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Your partner popped the question, and now you can both officially be called fiancés! Your engagement is such an exciting time for you both that it deserves beautiful documentation. It’s easy to focus solely on their wedding day and forget to enjoy their engagement. Use this time to celebrate, go on dates, dream about your future together, and plan your wedding as […]

Romantic Pittsburgh Engagement Session | Natalie + Evan

Pittsburgh engagement

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When it comes to dynamic engagement pictures, Alex and Doug nailed it! These two brought it all from adorable laughs to intimate moments. I absolutely loved capturing the love between them while making the most of our time together. This stunning shoot started in Arsenal Park with a special guest and ended with an unreal […]

Creating Cinematic Engagement Photos | Strip District Session

Rooftop engagement photos

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Scoot over Emma Stone—these two could do a modern remake of 101 Dalmatians. Between their adorable polka-dot pups, the park bench scene, and too-cute-for-words romance, this session has it all. From casual park portraits to urban scenes and romantic rooftops, I loved every minute of this eclectic engagement session. Now, Payton and Luke have a […]

Engagement Photo Ideas | 4 Ways to Add Variety to Your Session

engagement photo ideas

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Sometimes, all you need to inspire a photo session is a location change! There is something about changing it up that adds a creative boost to keep the romance and fun going. A few months ago, I had the honor of shooting Elle and Dan’s engagement session. From the moment I met them, I could […]

Mt Lebanon Engagement Photographer | 5 Benefits of Multiple Photo Locations

Mt Lebanon couples session

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A few more days and we can officially call it Fall! If you’re like me, you’re already reaching for those fall-inspired lattes and plaid-print accessories. This cold-weather-loving gal is ready for Mother Nature to do her thing. Plus, autumn is great for photoshoots because the chill makes couples want to get cozy. So, bring out […]

Outfits for Fall | What to Wear for Couple’s Photos

outfits for fall

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If you’re an out-of-the-box kind of couple, let’s shake things up for your engagement photos! One of my biggest recommendations is to style your shoot in a way that authentically reflects you. The more you enjoy the session, the better your photos will be. KC and Jon have spontaneous and fun-loving personalities, so the local […]

Butler Fair Engagement Photos | 11 Fun & Festive Engagement Ideas

Butler Fair engagement session