Mark Gardner joined me once again … I was glad he was there, as there was simply so much going on it would have been difficult impossible for just one shooter to capture it all. Thanks Mark!

First Floor Films was also there doing the video, and Beautiful Blooms took care of the *stunning* florals. What a fantastic team to work with!

As usual, we started out as Rubina & Garo were getting ready.

An Armenian tradition… Garo had to pay to get Rubina out of the building. Mark snagged this shot below…

Oh, and did I mention it was cold enough to make a penguin beg for mercy? It was… but this couple went out for photos anyway. (Kudos, guys.)

And then back to the Loews Hotel for the reception. The 33rd floor is a great place to hold the cocktail hour.

When their band was unable to make it, R&G’s friends stepped in last minute and did a marvelous job.

Once again, Rubina & Garo… thanks for including us in your wonderful day!

Scott & Allie were a pleasure to work with… the snow didn’t deter them from pictures on the banks of the Delaware River, and I felt like part of the family. As usual, I got to work alongside of some great people… huge thanks goes out to Jen Thomas of Bud to Blossom Events… Jen is Allie’s sister-in-law, so thank you Jen for pointing Allie in my direction when she was looking for a photographer!

Brittany and her team from Petals Lane did a gorgeous job (as always), and Synergetic Sounds took care of the lighting and made the room look awesome. CTO Park Avenue made it a night to remember, and once again I need to thank Mark Gardner for coming along and 2nd shooting for me. Mark delivered fantastic images, as usual, and a couple of the shots below are from him.

Ok! On to the pictures…

Here’s one Mark took… love it!

I made a great guestbook for Allie & Scott with pictures from their engagement session!

I really like getting parents’ reactions during toasts.

And what’s a New Years Eve party without the Mummers?

Allie & Scott: Happy New Year and all the best in your new life together!

A huge thanks to Ole at Photolé for answering the call and stepping up to 2nd shoot for me with only one day’s notice! As usual, I included a few of his pictures below as well.

We began the day in Schaefferstown where Greg grew up. Greg and Keely wanted to take pictures around town since it’s such a meaningful place to them.

Also, we came away with so many pictures I loved from this day… I tried to whittle it down but this post is still a bit long. *shrug*

The local watering hole… K&G are here from time to time, so of course we had to stop in for a few photos…

I love this photo for some reason… “Let’s go get hitched!”

Keely’s mom… love getting these moments.

Look at the light in this church!

After the ceremony, everyone went over to Riverdale Manor for the reception. I loved shooting here in the winter… the snow really gave the place a great feel!

It was Keely’s father’s birthday.

And yes, if/when my own daughter gets married, I’ll probably be doing the same thing.

Keely and Greg, I can’t tell you enough how much I appreciate you both… thank you for an amazing day!

Once again I was joined by Sandor Welsh, who did a great job as usual. I’m including a couple of his shots in this post to tell the story a bit better. Thanks again Sandor!

Enough talk. Show me PICTURES!

Sandor got this shot on the left of Michael waiting with the priest before the ceremony. As for the shot on the right… did I mention it snowed? Yes, and probably the worst weather I’ve ever shot in! Check that… not “worst.” Try “wettest and most chance of getting my gear soaked.” That’s okay! As I tell all of my couples: we’ll do whatever it takes to get great image, and I’m willing to shoot in whatever weather you’re willing to walk out in!

The ceremony took place at St. Ann’s Church in Phoenixville. For these next 3 shots, I was at the front of the church while Sandor was at the back.

As was the case with just about all of my couples in 2009, Lauren and Michael decided that getting great photos was worth getting a little chilly, and so we had a great time shooting around Phoenixville. I think it was worth it, don’t you?

One of my favorite images from that day.

Inside the Colonial Theatre… we managed to show up in between events when no one was there.

Then on to the Phoenixville Country Club for the party…

Another great moment… I caught Mike’s parents at their table from across the room.

Love how we ended the day…

Mike & Lauren – mad props to you both for putting together an incredible day, and for heading out in the snow… TWICE! We really enjoyed spending the time with you… thank you!

Christa & Chris also hired Darrell Aubert as their videographer… Darrell is a a great guy to work with, and he does beautiful work, too. Brides… if you’re looking for a videographer, be sure to check him out!

Thanks as well to Pondelek’s Florists for their gorgeous arrangements, and to Bigg Romeo for keeping the party going!

I had asked Christa if there were any locations that had special meaning to her and Chris, and so we started shooting at the library at Lehigh University. Any chance I have to shoot in a new or unusual location is fine with me… check out this staircase!

After a little while Chris arrived for their first look. I love this shot Sandor got of Chris entering the building…

Back to the Hotel Bethlehem to finish getting ready…

Then the quick walk over to the Central Moravian Church for the ceremony.

The Saucon Valley Country Club was simply beautiful.

I love getting candid shots of the grandparents.

And, of course, the parent dances are always packed with emotion.

Christa & Chris, thank you again for welcoming us into your day!

In addition to a great couple, there was also a stellar cast of people I was working with. My friend Joy Moody joined me for the day, and Brittany and her crew from Petals Lane put together the gorgeous floral designs. To top it off, Roswell and the in-house A/V team at the Loews beautifully lit the ballroom, and CARNIVÁLE made it impossible not to dance, even for yours truly.

Love this shot that Joy got!

Lenny decided to get himself a shoe-shine!

A truly enjoyable day, Meghan & Lenny. Thank you again!