I first met Jenna and Rob 10 years ago on a beach in Cape May – on their wedding day. Now, 10 years later and during the COVID-19 pandemic, we met again (while practicing social distancing and myself wearing a mask), this time at Ursinus College in Collegeville, PA – so I can photograph their beautiful family and new baby coming. It was fantastic time – to reconnect, and it meant a lot to both Rob & Jenna, and to me. There is hope and joy in what can be a scary world! I can’t wait to meet their new little girl <3
Isaac at his bar mitzvah at Kol Ami Congregation in Elkins Park, PA on March 14, 2020.
Isaac and his family didn’t expect to have to create a more intimate setting for his bar mitzvah on March 14, 2020 – but that’s exactly what they had to do, because of the Coronavirus (COVID 19) pandemic – which placed Montgomery County, PA in State of Emergency. It was an intimate setting -without being in close quarters – and made the bar mitzvah that much more special. The ceremony was held at Kol Ami Congregation in Elkins Park, PA.
Tom & Amber | 11.2.2019 | Estia Restaurant Philadelphia, PA
Tom and Amber are a very happy, fun-loving couple who celebrated their marriage at Estia Restaurant in Philadelphia, PA on November 2nd. It was an intimate ceremony with a small guest list of their closest friends and family. The night was lit up not only by their love, but also by the gorgeous glow of many candles, which made a warm atmosphere.
Ida makes 60 look amazing (AND she made this stunning dress!)
Ida recently turned 60 and held a sweet garden party to celebrate at her East Mt. Airy home.
When I talked to her on the phone prior to the event, I got off the phone extremely excited – this woman has such a light about her. She has a lifetime of experiences and an absolutely FANTASTIC attitude about life.
When I arrived, her backyard was transformed into the most romantic garden party setting – with lavender and flowers everywhere. As her friends came one by one, Ida’s face lit up even more.
Before all the guests arrived, I was able to capture a few portraits of Ida herself and some of her and her gorgeous daughters. These are some of my favorites of the evening.
Kat and Josh chose a background that means a lot to them and their relationship – the East Falls Bridge in Philadelphia is where they used to run while dating.
What defines the perfect photo?
Is it one that is styled to mimic Pinterest, or is it one
that embodies emotions of the day?
A perfect photo is uniquely personal. So, when you hire a
photographer to capture your wedding, event, or family portraits, how do you ensure
that you will get your very own perfect photos?
The answer is communication.
Clear communication with your photographer leading up to your shoot can make the difference between good photos and perfect photos. Communication is key to relationships – and why wouldn’t you want a good relationship with your photographer, the one who is capturing precious memories of a big event or special moments with the ones you love?
Amanda and Shrey’s relationship is so much fun – just letting them be themselves helped to create their beautiful engagement photos at Valley Green Inn, Wissahickon Valley Park, PA.
Okay, communication.But, what do we
talk about?
When you first shop around for photographers, certain styles
of photography stand out to you more than others. You may find yourself falling
for the high fashion style with lots of lighting techniques, or more drawn to lifestyle
photography which focuses on relationships of the subjects within the
photographs.
Once you find your top few photographers, reach out to them
and let them know what drew you to their photos. That’s the first key of
unlocking the potential for the perfect photographs. There’s a connection between
you and the photos, and if you can explain what you like about them – the
photographer will be sure to listen.
Make sure you hop on a call with your top photographers of choice for at least 15 minutes– just to chat about what (again) drew you to the photos, and what you hope to have captured within your own.
Jeanine and her father’s relationship is so close – I was told there may be tears. There were <3
Once you have selected your photographer, set up another
time to talk – either on the phone or face-to-face, about your relationship between
you and your significant other or with your family. I don’t mean laying down on
the sofa and spilling your guts out, but I do mean:
What makes your relationship work?
What’s your personality like and your significant
other’s?
What are your favorite hobbies together?
How have you grown as a couple/or family?
Giving the photographer this information helps them build a
file about you and what you are expecting to see in the photographs. The more
you can let them in on your relationship, the better they can capture it for
the few hours they are with you.
Rachelle and Gordy’s wedding embodied their personalities to a tee. Rachelle, a nature lover and advocate, was so excited to find the venue along Deer Creek in Street, Md. When I arrived the day of the ceremony, I knew right away it was the perfect location for her and Gordy to tie the knot.
The wedding was a flawless and stunning DIY wedding with their touches in every single detail including an amazing Cheese & Charcuterie Board and a fantastic New Orleans-themed reception.
The love they have for one another is so sweet to watch and it just glows through the photos captured during their special day.
After putting Meacreations Photography on pause for a few years as I moved back to the Philadelphia area and pursued communications in other forms, I’m super excited to say that Meacreations is back to photograph weddings, events, and portraits in the Philadelphia area – but I’m not opposed to travelling, either 🙂
After 10 years, Meacreations was due for a branding refresh. “Made with Love” – my new tagline – embodies what I believe makes my photos touch people’s souls. The love is already there, the photo just captures it in its purest form.
I also want to give a shout out and a big thank you to those who have continued to support my photography throughout 10 years – it has meant the world to me, and I truly couldn’t have made it this far without you.
When I first started Meacreations, it was just after my own wedding, and it was quite by accident. Friends and family had trust in my photography hobby and started to ask me to take photos for them – and soon other people started. I accidentally had fallen into my very own photography business, and it was my very first baby. I nourished it, as one nourishes a child. I put hours of love into marketing myself, building my brand, shooting, and working on presentation afterward. I spent countless hours on my photography – and the hard work continued to pay off.
When I had my first child, Audrey, I was thankful for the opportunity to stay home with her and watch her grow and spend that one-on-one time with her.
Now, 7 years later, Katelen has arrived and I am excited to spend this time with her watching her grow – and capturing it on film (well, mostly digitally) just as I did and continue to do for Audrey.
