Erika & Kenneth's Longue Vue Club Wedding

Erika & KJ are surrounded by so much love in their lives. The way KJ takes care of Erika is such a beautiful picture of the gentleman he will continue as their marriage strengthens and deepens with time. I think one of the most beautiful assets to a relationship is the ability to light up the world and that is Erika. She radiates light and joy. Their people are their people and there’s nothing better than your own personal hype squad. Seeing their gentle spirits vow to one another for a lifetime, was incredibly beautiful to not only be a part of to witness but to document. Their beautiful day began the same way it ended, surrounded by those they love the most, settled in at Longue Vue Club, a stunning, European inspired wedding venue just east of downtown Pittsburgh. The old-world stone architecture is surrounded by breathtaking views of the golf course with rolling hills and picturesque views, overlooking the city of bridges. We snuck up to the infamous tree at the top of the course and took in every last bit of daylight as the golden sky began to settle. We took the long way back to the club before E&K danced the night away with their people.

Photography: Abbie Tyler Photography
Venue: Longue Vue Club
Hair: Izzazu Salon
Makeup: Valarie Panei
Dress Designer: Pronovias
Dress Boutique: Elizabeth Johns
Shoes: Badgley Mischka
Rings: Blue Nile
Bridesmaids Dresses: Bella Bridesmaids
Groom’s Tuxedo: Suit Supply
Groomsmen Tuxedos: The Black Tuxedo
Cake: Oakmont Bakery
Band: The Bachelor Boys Band
Videography: Just Hitched Wedding Films

Jordan & George

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Over the weekend Jordan & George celebrated their one year anniversary and the perfect reason to share photos from their beautiful summer wedding at Oakmont Country Club. The emerald green bridesmaids dresses complimented by the blush free-flowing blooms from Mt. Lebanon Floral were just one of my favorite details of the day… and let me tell you, not a detail was missed. I loved photographing this beautiful day and it wouldn’t have been the same without the incredible team of vendors who made J&G’s dream wedding a reality. Happy first anniversary you two!!<3

Bride’s Dress / Hayley Paige
Bride’s Shoes / Jimmy Choo
Bridesmaids / Lula Kate
Groom / Joseph Orlando
Wedding Rings / Orr’s  Jewelers
Hair & Makeup / At Home Beauty
Stationery / Stephanie B. Design 
Florist / Mt. Lebanon Floral
Wedding Planner / Olive Rose Events
Wedding Venue / Oakmont Country Club
Entertainment / Gone Vogue
Videographer / Sho Films
Guest Fun / Slow Motion Video Booth

Rachel & Kylan, Hartwood Acres Engagement

When I first met Rachel and her mother at our consultation, I knew immediately how much I loved her and her family. I’d followed her on Instagram thereafter and realized we have so much in common. Rachel bakes homemade pies and pasta regularly (I just wish I did this) and loves Gal Meets Glam. Just a few of my fav things to be honest. I’d anticipated meeting Kylan at their engagement session, just knowing how much Rachel and I could commonly share and knowing how much she loved him only to realize Kylan and I basically grew up down the street from one another and it’s likely his dad handed me my diploma when I graduated. Kylan is currently in med school and is equally dedicated to his school and career as he is his relationship with Rachel and watching someone put 100% into each is just so admirable.

It’s funny how God works like that, bringing people into our lives that we can so easily share common ground and relate with. And to be welcomed in to such a beautiful season of their lives is such a beautiful gift. Rachel and Kylan’s love for one another seeps out of their pores and lights them up from the inside out. The love and laughs they shared at the engagement session is just a little taste of the joy their wedding day will be this coming March and I’m so so honored and thrilled to document their best day ever!

Enjoy their beautiful, light filled, summer engagement session at Hartwood Acres (a place special to them) below!<3

Aafke & Casey, Riverfront Weddings Pittsburgh

Aafke & Casey exude joy from the inside out. Getting to know them and their families on their wedding day was such a treat. Their ceremony was such a blessing for all who were in attendance to witness — filled with God’s glory through words, music and love. Shelly from Tolo Events came all the way from Seattle to help coordinate and plan their day, their bright and gorgeous summer blooms designed by Hens & Chicks were absolutely stunning and JPC never ceases to amaze me as they are truly a jack of all trades. Vendor list linked below:

Photography, Abbie Tyler Photography
Planning, Shelly at Tolo Events
Flowers, Hens & Chicks
Rentals and catering, JPC Event Group
Venue, Aspinwall Riverfront Weddings Pittsburgh

Heidi & Tom's Carnegie Music Hall Wedding

Heidi & Tom. Wow. I don’t even know where to begin with these two. They’re incredibly unique - in the best way possible! Their individual personalities draw so many friends and family to the depth of their souls - and together they’re dynamite. Witnessing Heidi & Tom bring together their friends & family to celebrate their marriage was an incredible blessing. They had running jokes up until the wedding day and the wedding was a continuous celebration of their love, joy and laughter. Something I know that will carry through a lifetime together.

Heidi & I go way back… we used to lifeguard together when I was 15…. and for the next 6 or so summers, we would celebrate our summer birthdays together. Crazy how God works like that. Bringing things full circle. Watching someone like Heidi, who I’ve known for so long, find her soulmate is just a gift in itself. And documenting her and Tom’s wedding was a day long heart explosion. I’m so excited to share their wedding story through the photographs I’ve created. And don’t miss out on the best part of the celebration at the very end…. glow sticks and all!

The incredible vendor team who made it all happen:

Planning / Olive Rose Events
Floral design / Sapphire and Lace
Photography / Abbie Tyler Photography
Cake / Bethel Bakery
Dress / Bridal Beginning
Shoes / Badgley Mischka Bride
Beauty / Glam To Go
Stationary / Blush Paper Co.
Rentals / Vintage Alley Rentals
Venue / Carnegie Music Hall
Videography / Driftwood Stories

Second Photography / Jeannine Bonadio Photography

Hannah, Alex & baby S

Hannah & Alex are two of the most light-hearted souls and I could not be more excited for the two of them as they prepare to welcome their baby boy into the world at the beginning of May!

H&A also have hearts of gold and met white serving as EMT’s (I know this bc I had the honor of second shooting their wedding, cue all of the tears). Alex is in grad school and I’d never be able to tell you in a million years what it’s for because its way over my head. The footprint they’ve laid down for the son, is a big one to fill, but I have without a doubt, he’ll shine bright, just like his parents do!<3 I can’t wait to meet you little one!

Hannah’s incredible hair and makeup by the ever-so-lovely and talented See Jane Blush!

Anna & Jeremy in Sedona

Anna & Jeremy were set on having a destination engagement session and when I sent them my travel schedule, I was so excited they chose to meet John and I in Sedona.

We went to Rachel’s Knoll which is on a private estate surrounded by the most beautiful views. It was hard to choose which place to photograph, as all of the trails in Sedona are surrounded by the beautiful Red Rocks. When I describe Sedona to friends who haven’t been I tell them to “imagine yourself spinning in a circle and seeing the same (but different) incredible views the entire way around”. That’s what Sedona feels like!

Anna and Jeremy both went to Virginia Tech for undergrad and University of Pittsburgh for grad school and both work in the medical field. Their intelligence wow’s me and their hearts for helping people is admirable. They love to travel (hence the destination engagement session) and I cannot wait to see where they choose for their honeymoon after their November wedding this year!

Anna and Jeremy already feel like old friends and I’m so honored to be a part of this most exciting and beautiful season of their lives. I already know we’re bringing the Red Rocks magic all the way to Pittsburgh for their wedding day with the help of Alyssa Thomas Events and Sapphire and Lace who I cannot wait to work with again this November!