Jenn & Pete

What can I say about Jenn and Pete? They are an awesome couple. We were absolutely delighted when they chose us to document their wedding day! We photographed Jenn's sister's wedding and really loved working with their family. It is always especially meaningful to us when we have the opportunity to photograph more than one wedding for a single family. Not only is it a huge compliment to be invited back into their lives but it also allows us to understand more about the family and their history. In this case, Jenn's dad was diagnosed with ALS after her sister's wedding and unfortunately his illness has progressed in the two years since. All day long I was struck again and again by the beautiful way in which their family has pulled together to support one another and their dad during this difficult time. I was very deeply moved by their courage, especially Jenn and Melissa's father's courage in the face of a very debilitating disease, and her mother's selfless devotion to her husband. I can explain to my clients why I love photographing their weddings, but I don't think I can express in words how I felt documenting this day for this particular family.

Jenn and Pete got ready at the Hyatt Penn's Landing, which is in a great location in Philadelphia. Jenn had her bridesmaid to help her with the preparations.

Jenn and Pete decided to see each other prior to the ceremony to allow plenty of time for portraits of the two of them as well as their families. We arranged for their first meeting in a park near the hotel. Their reaction to seeing each other for the first time on their wedding day was sweet and emotional.

After some casual, fun portraits we headed to The Ballroom at the Ben, their venue, for family portraits before the ceremony. After a brief rehearsal, the ceremony began. Jenn and Pete were both escorted down the aisle by their parents and surrounded by their bridal party as they said their vows. They exited to applause from their guests!

Once the ceremony was over, the room was setup for a stunning reception. Longstems did a beautiful job with floral and decor.

Everyone had a fantastic time at the reception, with heartfelt speeches, great food and a photobooth for even more fun!

Rio, the band, was fantastic as always and the guests enjoyed a great dessert spread after dinner and lots of dancing.

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