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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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XO,

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When it comes to romantic, fun, and flirty engagement portraits—let’s get out there and do something fun! As they say, the world is your oyster. But where to go? There are so many options! I’m more than happy to recommend some of the most photogenic engagement photo locations around Pittsburgh, and you can peruse the […]

5 Reasons to Pick a Meaningful Engagement Photo Location

airplane engagement; Pittsburgh photo locations

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First of all, let it be known that you don’t have to worry about posing for your engagement session with me! I’m here to make sure you have fun, feel comfortable in front of the camera, and know where to place your arms. There’s absolutely no need to stress over any of that, and I […]

Rachel’s Top 5 Engagement Photo Poses | Pittsburgh Photography

engagement photo poses

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Getting ready to book your Pittsburgh engagement photos? Before you Google “outdoor photoshoot locations near me,” let me lend a hand! I’m a photographer, but I’m here as your guide, too. I’m excited to plan with you! There are so many fantastic local photoshoot locations to consider for your session. Be sure to peek inside […]

Outdoor Photoshoot Locations | 6 Backdrop Ideas

rooftop engagement photos

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I love unique engagement sessions. I have a few locations I personally love to recommend (especially as a recently engaged gal myself), but if you have certain style or place in mind, I’m all ears! Your engagement session should tell a piece of your story. These are probably some of your first professional photos together, […]

Pittsburgh Brewery Engagement Session | Hitchhiker, Mt. Lebanon + Bird Park

Hitchhiker Brewing Co.; local breweries; Pittsburgh brewery; Mt. Lebanon

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Jess, Sean, and their precious pup Ruby recently came to me for their colorful fall engagement session. I loved it so much that I thought it would set the mood and inspire this fall and winter engagement post. Whether you’re looking for photography props or outfit ideas, you can find it all here in this […]

Best Photography Props for Fall & Winter Engagement Sessions

photography props for fall and winter engagement photos

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Have you noticed that people tend to retell their love story in certain chapters: how they met, the dating period, the proposal, and when they got married. But the engagement stage often gets skipped. Sometimes people view it as the wedding planning stage—those few months that lead up to the big day. But it’s so […]

7 Ways to Enjoy Your Engagement to the Fullest | The Highline + Heinz Field Engagement Session

engagement session

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If you’re looking for at home engagement ideas that feel nostalgic, cozy, an intimate, you might consider a lifestyle engagement shoot at your home or your childhood home—or both! I recently had the joy of photographing an engagement session for Jody and Aaron, and I’m in love with the lifestyle look. “There are things about […]

At Home Engagement Ideas | Intimate Lifestyle Engagement Session

at home engagement ideas

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Love is in the air in Pittsburgh! I had an absolute blast shooting this North Shore engagement session for Jess, Sam, and their Great Dane, Raleigh. The couple decided to go with two looks and locations, one dressy and one casual. In the first set of photos, Jess wore a beautiful flowery skirt, top, and […]

4 Reasons to Include Your Dog in Engagement + Wedding Photos | North Shore Engagement Session

North Shore Engagement Session

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Congratulations on your engagement! This is such a special time in your life, and you deserve to celebrate! An engagement marks a new and exciting step in your relationship—a new chapter in your lives together, and the best way to celebrate is with an engagement photoshoot! If you’re looking for inspiration, I thought I’d offer […]

How to Take Engagement Photos You’ll Cherish Forever | Engagement Photo Ideas

how to take engagement photos

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I absolutely loved capturing a piece of Lindsay and Michael’s love story during their engagement photoshoot! They’re two peas in pod—equal parts sweet, kind, and funny. To complement their personality and style, we decided to shoot at Robin Hill Park in Pittsburgh because it offers a variety of gorgeous background choices. Lindsay and Michael were […]

What to Wear for Engagement Photos | 8 Reasons to Go Neutral

what to wear for engagement photos