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Oh, San Francisco... each time I return there's something new and wonderful that adds another layer to how lovely, inspiring and invigorating you are. As Mighty Girl puts it: "...if you visit and don’t want to come back, there’s only one possible reason. You did it wrong." It's no wonder why Piya and Remy, a native East Coast couple who love the outdoors and the bustle of a vibrant city, picked

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Happy 1st Anniversary Jamie & Dan!

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Happy 1st Anniversary Laura & Jim!

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Anne and Ryan's wedding definitely had the fun dial dialed way up. At every stop people were smiling, laughing and psyched for this adorable couple to tie the knot! When I arrived at Anne's parent's house in the morning, the champagne was popped and the ladies were ready! Their ceremony was at St. John the Baptist in Manayunk, a new spot for me - and such a towering, beautiful cathedral,

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When I arrived at Cory and Becca's childhood home, I immediately knew this place was special. It's the kind of spot you imagine as a child in some fantastical tale where you're exploring and get lost for hours. The beautiful stone house, it's immense yard, the gardens which added bits of color everywhere, and the hidden pathways covered in ivy were almost distracting! Their parents, Alan and Pam

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I met Stacey and Travis briefly during a quick portrait at Stella and Chris's wedding. This past weekend I photographed them with their adorable little girl Vivian - who's turning one - and has a party this weekend! Aside from when I arrived and snapped a few photos of her napping, Viv was super energetic; she's a serious mover and shaker who doesn't sit still! I managed to grab a quick

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Last year we headed out to some favorite Philly spots together, and this time we changed it up a bit and got our nature on at Wissahickon Valley Park. This lovely, little known spot off Lincoln Drive is a favorite of Nicole and Carl's; they've hiked and rode bikes there for years. Kieran has gotten so big! He was enthralled by the sights and sounds as we walked through the woods - and after

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Stella and Chris both got ready, somehow avoiding each other with family and friends everywhere, at the quaint The Temperance House in Newtown, PA. They tied the knot at Stella's family's church Annunciation Greek Orthodox – one of the most colorful, detailed, stunning churches I have ever seen! We had a quick, good luck sprinkle of rain during the ride to Jericho Mountain Orchards, which gave us

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Happy 1st Anniversary Lauren & Chris! (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) {return;} js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1"; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); }(document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk'));

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These two really have quite a spark. You can see it in sweet stolen glances, the way they crack each other up to the point of hysterics, and especially, how they're so completely comfortable together. We had tons of fun trekking around Wilmington, DE - checking out downtown, the Old Mill and Brandywine River Park...all of which Kelly and Steve scouted in preparation. We found amazing spots -

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Happy 1st Anniversary Alaina & Dave!

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Stacey and Chris just celebrated their second anniversary, and wanted commemorate the happy occasion with portraits in their lovely neighborhood in West Philly. They're both musicians; Stacey teaches piano and Chris is in a band called Cuddle Magic ("And the award for awesomest band name ever goes to..."), so we started at their house where they played piano together, for the first time. How cute

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Happy 1st Anniversary Meghan & Derrick! (function(d){ var js, id = 'facebook-jssdk'; if (d.getElementById(id)) {return;} js = d.createElement('script'); js.id = id; js.async = true; js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1"; d.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(js); }(document));

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I met this fun, charismatic duo last year at Mika's sister's wedding - and was so excited when they got in touch with me about their own. After their engagement session, I could see that their love for each other, and passion for life, are what make them such a special pair. Mika is a yoga teacher and massage therapist, which is obvious after chatting with her for two minutes; she's centered,

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Happy 1st Anniversary Emily & Stavros! (function(d){ var js, id = 'facebook-jssdk'; if (d.getElementById(id)) {return;} js = d.createElement('script'); js.id = id; js.async = true; js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1"; d.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(js); }(document));

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Happy 1st Anniversary Anjali & Tarah!

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We met at Logan Circle on a hot summer day, but as the sun dipped down past the Art Museum, a cool breeze blew through Center City that cheered us along as we snapped, laughed, and paused to say hello to people Patrick knew. It was quite funny actually - during our walk he was stopped by a couple of people (and it was a short walk!) so I nicknamed him "The Mayor" (which ended up being pretty

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Lauren and Mark live on a block in Society Hill that's dotted with historic homes and American flags, and covered in brick sidewalks that are etched with moss. It's adorable. I pass through this neighborhood daily, heading to work or the Headhouse Farmer's Market, walking or riding my bike so quickly that I don't always get to appreciate the history, and beauty, around me. Luckily on this day I

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Happy 1st Anniversary Adria & Stephanie! (function(d){ var js, id = 'facebook-jssdk'; if (d.getElementById(id)) {return;} js = d.createElement('script'); js.id = id; js.async = true; js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1"; d.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(js); }(document));

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I was on the fence for this post's title, since technicially Winnie and Chris had tied the knot a year before with Winnie's family in Thailand. So that would make it "Winnie + Chris :: Celebrating!" But had you not seen the beautiful album of photos in the entry way, there's no way you'd know. There was excitement, laughter, anticipation - and a spark in Chris' eyes when he spotted Winnie for

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Today being Independence Day, I thought that this portrait session - a stone's throw from the birthplace of our nation - was a perfect pick! Mindy, Rich and the boys met me at the park across the street from Independence Hall and we explored old buildings, hidden gardens and even squeezed in enough time for a Dairy Queen break to relax and watch tourists and rollerbladers as they flew past. Cory

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Happy 1st Anniversary Katie & Wally!

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Happy 1st Anniversary Jennifer & Chad!

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Portraits with a two year old are always a good time. They're all about patience, improvising and snacks. When the five of us set out for the Painted Bride Art Center and Franklin Square - Reny was busy exploring the world around him; collecting rocks and pebbles, swinging on bike racks, finding the best sticks, and giggling the whole time. He was awesome. His little sister Fiona, sweet and brand

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During engagement sessions, I have one rule: No boring conversation. It's all about love, the spark, the fun! I know it's not easy to be in front of the camera, so I often throw out topics and ideas. As it turns out, Anne and Ryan didn't need any assistance. They were not only smiling, but giggling the entire time!

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I first met Amanda and Tim at Erika and Patrick's wedding last year. Tim, who's Patrick's brother, was also the Best Man. One of the highlights of the evening for me was seeing their photo booth images when I got home and downloaded the cards. There were Amanda and Tim sharing a Philly pretzel – Lady and the Tramp style. Too cute! I was incredibly excited when they got in touch with me for their

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Carolyn and Jack love giggling, Dunkin' Donuts iced coffee and each other. They're also super chatty (like me!) and between the three of us there wasn't one moment of silence, which was awesome because it resulted in some very funny and candid expressions throughout the day! We started out their engagement session in Weehawken where Carloyn and Jack used to live, on a beautiful park overlooking

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Happy 1st Anniversary Jennifer & Tommy!

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Happy 1st Anniversary Erika & Patrick!

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Happy 1st Anniversary Shira & Chad!

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Cristina – who's been my good friend since high school – asked me to visit the Jersey Shore to photograph her sweet little family. So we picked a date and met on an unseasonably warm Saturday afternoon. It was the very same beach where we took Cristina and Doug's maternity portraits two years ago! I have to brag for a moment, as I shot this next photo while holding Colin... I was very

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People often ask if I post every portrait and wedding that I shoot. I try to post as many as I can - but sometimes busy season makes it challenging. So, I'm updating the blog today with a fun day in the park last Fall (Love Park to be exact – and around City Hall) with Nicole, Carl and Kieran (three of my closest friends). If you've never been across the street from these iconic spots, you have

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Does this adorable couple look familiar? You may recognize them from my website header - an image from their beautiful wedding a few years ago in Fire Island. Since then we've become good friends (they're also photographers!) and a few weeks ago they asked if I would photograph them with their baby-to-be. I was so flattered and excited! I headed up to New York City on Sunday since the baby is

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OK, so technically, Chris and Winnie are already married. They had a wonderful ceremony in Thailand last fall where Winnie wore three dresses. Imagine shopping for not one but three dresses?! Now they're back home in Philadelphia and about to celebrate marital bliss a second time - next weekend! We waited for winter's cold and snow to subside, and met on a lovely, warm day at Rittenhouse Park

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Stella and Chris are tying the knot this summer at a gorgeous vineyard in Bucks County, filled with quaint architecture, abundant nature and breathtaking vistas. For their engagement session, they wanted to to do something different. Something more urban and industrial. So, we met up in Philadelphia, exploring Old City and Northern Liberties to get inspired… and we did! They were super creative

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The Montessori School held their 2011 Spring Gala Saturday at Aldie Mansion in Doylestown, celebrating with dinner and a silent auction fundraiser. This gorgeous historical venue hosted the Van Trapp Family's first U.S. performance (I'm a huge fan of "The Sound of Music, if you can't tell...) in this vaulted room: The beautifully designed posters, program, signs and various other print

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Happy 1st Anniversary Monica & Franco!

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Amy's due with her third child next month so we went out on a sunny afternoon to capture some special moments with her and the boys. Nate and Ricky were well behaved and very excited about helping with the new addition to the family – plus they were super enthusiastic about taking some portraits too! We explored Norristown Farm Park together, and did things boys love to do best: run, climb and

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Donate here.

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Clients on a budget often ask where they can go to create good quality press products - like cards, gifts and calendars - from their professional photographs... and I have a great new resource to share: Pinhole Press. I discovered them this year and am really impressed by the high-end materials and broad range of designs – from soft and elegant to clean and modern. All of their press products

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It seems like only yesterday I was watching Jeff and Diana christen their daughter, Kaelyn. In reality, what feels like just a blink of an eye was nearly three years ago! Suddenly, she's a walking, talking little girl. I'm sure no one finds this more profound than Jeff and Diana, who just christened their second child, Collin. When I arrived at Jeff and Diana's, I felt the excitement filling

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It's a brand new year - and pretty soon it will be a whole new world for Vicky and Gerry, who are expecting their first child in less than two months! Their amazing, brightly lit home was a total dream - and the perfect space for portraits. I know it's totally cliché to say, but Vicky was totally glowing! Gerry did a fabulous job of keeping her smiling - and their giggling created really

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Just before noon on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, I pulled up to the Hyatt at the Bellevue to meet Jamie and her bridesmaids while they were getting ready. The suite was lovely... and the energy was fantastic! Family members were popping-in and out to say hello, and once she was dressed and ready, they were all whisked-off in the trolley to Saint Bridget's Roman Catholic Church in East Falls.

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This lovely, intimate wedding was filled with many firsts for me... First Wednesday wedding: Laura and Jim tied the knot on the anniversary of their engagement - the day before Thanksgiving. Super cool. First candle-lit ceremony: Almost the entire room was illuminated by candles - dotted along the aisles, hung in tiny glass pots from branches behind the officiant, flanking the corners of the

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For this year's portraits, Ann and Kris invited me over to hang out with the family while they decorated the tree and hung out together; what a fun way to kick-off the holidays! Alex and Emily have grown so much since last year. They were both pretty fascinated by the camera; Alex was totally into the cool buttons and wheel, and Emma liked scrolling through the photos we had taken. Smart cookies!

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I photographed my first Marine Corps Birthday Ball four years ago. Each year I return I'm excited to see the familiar faces, the couples dressed to impress and filled with excitement, to be able to experience the ceremony and cake cutting, to see the guest speaker inspire the crowd, and to hear the enthusiastic shouts of "Ooh-rah" throughout the night. While I do photograph the ceremony, my

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Nicole and Jason are both Graphic Designers, which is why I wasn't surprised to find that he asked her to marry him at such a cool spot - The Moravian Pottery and Tileworks. It's unique, off the beaten path and filled with romantic little nooks and hallways. Super creative! We started off at the very spot on the rooftop terrace where Jason got down on his knee, then explored the building and

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Last winter I got an email from Colleen, a super sweet Mom-to-be who had just moved into a new house, and wanted to fit portraits in before her due date. We did just that, and then a few weeks later, just at the start of the big snowstorm last February, Katie arrived! I loved getting her birth announcement, and seeing Colleen and Patrick's photos of her on facebook. And now finally, I got to

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Although they grew up in the same town, they didn't officially meet until fate brought them together five years ago. Jamie and Dan were introduced on Christmas Eve while hanging out with friends on winter break; Jamie and her friend gave Dan a lift at the end of the night. He forgot his cell phone in the car, and the next day she dialed "home" - the rest is history! Dan asked Jamie to be his

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Mei and Bishal recently celebrated Hana's birth with a "Welcome Baby" party, which I photographed in August. A few weeks ago I came to visit them at home to take some portraits... and couldn't believe how quickly she had grown! Not only was she calm and collected - hanging out with Mom and Dad watching the Phillies, but she had a fun little personality - giggling and smiling and searching the

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Part two... Meet Hana's family - who traveled from three different continents to meet her! We took a stroll over to Logan Circle for family portraits (and I got to wade in the water for a bit which was super fun!)

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Lauren and Chris were married at The Manor at Commonwealth on one of those gorgeous autumn days that you dream of when summer is winding down... crisp, colorful and perfect! There was so much excitement before the ceremony but they both were incredibly calm. And when Lauren walked down to meet Chris, they held hands, and it was as if it were just the two of them. I loved the way they stared into

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Happy 1st Anniversary Mandy & Phinley! 10.10.10!

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Dave and Alaina were married at the same church where Alaina's parents were wed. She carried her Grandmother's cross in her bouquet and he wore a fantastic bow tie. At one point literally the entire congregation - guests, the priest, the wedding party - were all in hysterics during their vows. Their wedding was a perfect reflection of who they are as a couple: classy, laid-back, joyful and a lot

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Driving through New Jersey on my way to Spring Lake, it was pouring. Like torrential, drive-in-the-slow-lane, sheets of rain pouring. But by the time I pulled-up, there wasn't a drop coming down and bits of blue sky were breaking through the clouds. When I saw Meghan she greeted me with a hug and a huge smile, and said we were definitely going to be on the beach for the ceremony! We took

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Happy 1st Anniversary Colleen & Scott!

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On-location portraits are the best; new places to explore, fun interesting spots to get creative with... you never know what you're going to discover. And Laura and Jim's engagement session was like hitting the jackpot! Some of the cool finds on our way: a lovely tin star sitting outside an antique shop, a vibrant green weeping willow tree on the side of the road, the bright walls of an

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Meghan and Derrick love all things water; surfing (which they learned together), snowboarding (that's water, sort of, right?), working on restoring Meghan's grandfather's boat... they're even getting married on the water, at The Breakers in NJ. This is definitely what inspired me during our engagement session at Rock Creek Park - although it was more of a lake than a creek to me... We spent half

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Emily and Stavros were married at Saint Augustine, a massive cathedral next to the Ben Franklin Bridge, which somehow blend-ins to the tiny streets of Old City unassumingly. Watching them during the mass you could see they were filled with excitement, exchanging whispers and sweet glances during the ceremony, and smiling out across the aisles as if to say "We're so glad you're here - what a

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Anjali and Tarah's wedding was held at Onteora Mountain House - which I've been lucky enough to visit twice this year! Although it was warm, a lovely, cool breeze blew over the mountain and gave life to the ceremonial structure; the fabric draped across it danced and waved in celebration. The ceremony, a beautiful blend of Jewish and Hindu traditions, was crafted by Anjali and Tarah personally.

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Ten colorful bridesmaids. Four handsome ushers. Two beautiful brides. One very special day. Adria and Stephanie's wedding was held at Dolce in King of Prussia, and every detail was perfect, from the adorable dress their dog Zoe wore, to the decor, the centerpieces and even the handcrafted wedding bands (designed and created by Adria - modeled after the iron railing of the staircase.) One of my

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Manayunk is where they met, and the place they call home, so it was the perfect spot for their engagement session... I'd been to this adorable little town many times before, bursting with adorable boutiques and cafes, but this time I wandered with Dave and Alaina down small roads they knew, and along the bike path that runs behind well-known Main Street. The two of them were smiling and

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Happy 1st Anniversary Jen & Dan!

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Katie and Wally were married at Morris Arboretum in Philadelphia, surrounded by close friends and family, lovely fragrant flowers, and buzzing bees. Somehow in the middle of a heat wave, we were blessed with an amazing, clear day in the mid-eighties! Katie got ready at the Chestnut Hill Hotel...then Wally arrived and we drove to Old City to snap some fun portraits. The wonderful owners of

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I've known this sweet couple for many years now, we first met at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball, and last year I photographed their engagement portraits before Chad was stationed overseas. On the morning of their wedding, I still couldn't believe how fast time had gone by - and that the big day was here!The ceremony was held at Stockton Presbyterian, an adorable, historic church right next door

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With only five weeks left before her due date, Jenna looks absolutely radiant - and was incredibly energetic - at our portrait session with her husband Jim. We visited Ridley Creek State Park in the morning, and finished off at their lovely home. These two really have an amazing spark, you don't just see it, you feel it. And it's wonderful :)This shoot was unique from others for me, since Jenna

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Every wedding holds new and unique experiences - in this case - standing on a ladder in the pouring rain while the amazing shuttle driver holds an umbrella over my camera while I capture portraits (the wedding party stayed dry - woo hoo!) And then there was Tommy's live, spontaneous rendition of Tiny Dancer, with a roaring crowd of friends and family as back-up. It was an afternoon of non-stop

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Sweet, warm, kind, thoughtful - these are just a few words that come to mind when I think of Erika+Patrick - a truly wonderful pair. Their wedding day was lovely - and although it rained a bit, it was only during the ceremony... what good luck! They were married at Saint Katherine of Siena Church (Erika's family parish), celebrated at the Independence Visitor's Center and honeymooned in Hawaii!

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Happy Anniversary Aileen and Pete!

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I've known Mike since I was in 7th grade (he was one of the first people to say hello to me, the new kid) - and it makes me so happy that years later, I'm great friends with him and his fantastic wife Kate. We visited them on Long Beach Island and took family portraits on the beach with their super fun, super smiley son, Lucas.

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It was warm, and humid, and swarming with wedding parties – but we found our own little spots amidst the Azalea Garden, Waterworks and Art Museum to have some fun! Emily and Stavros were a little camera shy at first, but their nervous giggles made for wonderful moments... Thank you Erika+Patrick for making it all happen!

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Everything about Shira and Chad's wedding day was unbelievably captivating. The stunning views from Onteora Mountain House, the tremendous amount of love and support surrounding them - complete with seven speeches from parents, siblings and friends, and a group serenade from guests who traveled all the way from Israel! Every single minute was filled with laughter, tears, shouts of excitement and

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Happy Anniversary Courtney and Chris!

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I met Anjali and Tarah for the first time on Skype, and even over streaming video, I immediately sensed what a wonderful connection they have; they're both always stealing sweet glances at one another, and when their eyes meet, they break into huge grins. It's the cutest. At their engagement session – split between the High Line and Brooklyn Bridge Park – I finally got to experience that spark in

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Having a photographer as a close friend or family member means that no holiday, get together or special event, goes undocumented. You can never escape the camera – and many of them have begun to ignore me completely when I'm shooting...in a good way! This is why I was surprised, and incredibly honored, when my niece Nina, asked me to photograph her family as a birthday gift! We started in their

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Our original plan was to wander around Rittenhouse Square - but at the last minute we added the Philadelphia Museum of Art - since Katie and Wally love it there! To our surprise, the front steps were swarming with volunteers for the "15th Annual Dash For Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Run-Walk." Luckily it's a big museum, with lots of wonderful little alcoves and spots, so we ducked around a

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They met in high school, then reconnected years later...over instant message. The rest is history. It's crystal clear why Lauren and Chris fell in love - they share the same warm, friendly personalities, laugh constantly, are wild about their adorably active Boxer, Roman, and are quite spontaneous - up for anything! "Want to stand on the edge of a barn loft on the third story?" Sure! "How about

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"Spring ahead" is the best time of year... when you walk outside after work and are welcomed by long, sun-drenched evenings. Paired with that strange week when we had 85-degree weather, and we had the perfect day for Jennifer and Tommy's engagement session. I was totally inspired by her starfish belt, saturated in oranges and blues... which you'll see were echoed in the vibrant moments we

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Happy Anniversary Liz and Ted!

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My first wedding of 2010 was right around the corner at Saint Paul Catholic Church, a beautiful cathedral nestled right next to the Italian Market. Monica and Franco's reception was held at The Merion in Cinnaminson, NJ - which had one of the most impressive cocktail hours I've ever seen! A stunning day, an incredible couple, tons of adorable kids, and super fun friends and family. In a word,

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Happy 1st Anniversary Orana & Gonzalo!

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Colleen and Patrick moved into their new house last week but you'd never know; the basics are in place and it already feels like home. (It also made it easier to rearrange things when we needed room!) They're two of the most friendly and enthusiastic people I've ever met... and are so excited for the new addition to their family. Their first child, a girl, is due next month... the perfect little

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To wrap-up the end of 2009, I wanted to share some photos from a wonderful community volunteer project I took part in just before Christmas. Over 150 volunteers trekked out in the blizzard to make this day possible. Adults were matched-up with kids to help them shop for their families at Target (with donated gift cards from the event organizers), followed by a gift-wrapping party and lunch at

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A few months ago, I spotted a pretty pink and green sign above a storefront in Old City... I was intrigued; what was this Hana & Posy place? When it finally opened, I stopped-in to see. The bright, airy shop was filled with colorful flowers, unique gifts and beautiful art. The owner, Kayo, was there and gave me the background on her unique boutique:Hana & Posy is a full-service florist (using

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Shira and Chad are super laid-back and filled with excellent conversation and spunk, which made it feel like I was hanging out with old friends during their engagement session! We met up on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, roamed around the Meat Packing District a bit, strolled the High Line, and finished off with a delicious coffee in Chelsea Market. We'd already rescheduled once because of

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The original plan was maternity portraits of Jenine and Anthony in September, just before the baby was due. But as they say... "Having a baby changes everything!" This included our plans, since Anthony Jr. beat us to it! He's still fresh, just over 1 month old and super cute:

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Happy 1st Anniversary Liz and Steve!

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Today, Samantha Jane was christened at Stella Maris Church in Philadelphia. She was very curious, staring up at Mom and Dad (so cute) and flashing a big smile to friends and family - which everyone returned! Towards the end she drifted off in Mom's arms... and slept soundly through the end of the Mass and portraits.

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The morning started off overcast and I crossed my fingers that there wouldn't be rain. Mandy finished getting ready, while Phinley waited patiently outside, decked-out in a suit and the perfect accessory - brown Converse. By the time they reached Martha Clara Vineyards, the sky began to clear. And, as if out of a storybook, at the end of the wedding ceremony just before the kiss, the sun broke

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Aidan Michael might be the most laid-back baby I've ever met...during his photo session with Nicole and Jimmy (aka "Mom and Dad"), he didn't make a peep. He even slept, as if on command! When he wasn't snoozing, his bright blue eyes were alert and curious, staring back through the lens in wonder. What a cutie!

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Colleen and Scott were married at St. Cornelius, a bright and airy church in Chadds Ford, PA. Next stop was the Brandywine River Museum for portraits, where I got a little nostalgic thinking back to their engagement session which seemed like just yesterday! The reception was held at Harry's Savoy Ballroom, a stunning, intimate space, where the band rocked, the drinks flowed, and I got to witness

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Happy 1st Anniversary Ashley and Damien!

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Philadelphia is breathtaking in the early weeks of autumn, and I was super lucky to get a perfect day to shoot engagement portraits with Erika and Patrick. I felt like we were doing a shoot for J.Crew - they are both so tall, attractive and photogenic! We wandered around Old City, Independence National Park and Franklin Square, stopping when something inspired us; I love the colors and the warm

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Ann and Kris have their hands full... with twins! Alex and Emily, who I had the pleasure of meeting last weekend, are two seriously adorable babies. Alex is officially the big brother (being born first) and is slightly bigger than Emily, but what really helped me tell them apart is Emily's beautiful, full head of hair! The family kitty...Sera...oversaw the portrait session :)

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Happy 1st Anniversary Susannah & Greg!

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Happy 1st Anniversary Jamie and Mike!

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Creative, expressive, joyful and full of surprises - that's how I'd describe not just their wedding, but Karen and Ian's dynamic together. During portraits, they were either goofing around, making each other crack-up, or snuggling close and sneaking little kisses. This of course, is every photographer's dream... I feel so lucky to have been part of their special day!

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To celebrate their wedding anniversary, Heidi and Andrew went back to where it all started - the Philadelphia Museum of Art. They danced and reminisced at the top of the steps, and Andrew even got down on one knee, flowers in hand. A group of high school students on a field trip cheered when they saw the proposal, and Heidi, giggling, started to tear-up. It was the sweetest moment!

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Someone told me recently that I'll know I'm getting old when I photograph a client's child's wedding. Well, I'm not there quite yet...but getting closer. I hadn't seen Ann and Kris since their wedding four years ago, and I was overjoyed when they asked me to take photos to celebrate the next important moment in their lives. Ann looked fantastic, and I have to mention what a great job she did in

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Alex and Kimberly had traditional Chinese tea ceremony at Normandy Farms the morning after their wedding. It was my first, and as the only non-family member present in the intimate suite, I felt incredibly honored to be there. Kimberly was radiant in her dress, and I was really impressed at how bright-eyed they were, considering the party the night before! Almost everyone present had a camera,

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