Emily & Brad | Orchard Hill Church Wedding | Monterey Bay Reception | Intimate Pittsburgh Wedding

Emily and Brad were married in an intimate Orchard Hill Church ceremony, followed by a lovely dinner at Monterey Bay. This was such a lovely wedding, and I’m so excited to share these images!

The jewelry worn by the bride was her “something borrowed.” The bracelet was given to Emily’s mom by her grandmother, and the earrings were a gift from Emily’s dad to her mom.

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I just adore these images of Sloane, Emily’s niece and flower girl, trying on the bride’s shoes.pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue3pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue4pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue5

Meanwhile, Brad got ready at his parents’ home, just a few minutes from the church.pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue6pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue7pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue8

Brad’s custom tux was complete with an embroidery of his name and the couple’s wedding date, such an awesome touch!
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I don’t normally share so many ceremony images in a blog post, but these two were *so* crazy happy the whole time, the love was palpable. Emily and Brad, you are so clearly meant to be together. <3
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Love the way Em’s face lit up when the Pastor announced them as Mr. and Mrs. for the first time!pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue16pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue17pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue18pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue19pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue20pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue21pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue22pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue23pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue24

The reception was elegant and just as intimate as the ceremony; the restaurant was the perfect setting.pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue25

It was really important to the couple that we capture some images of them dancing with the city in the background. So awesome!pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue26pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue27pittsburgh-wedding-photographer-orchard-hill-church-monterey-bay-reception-intimate-pittsburgh-wedding-venue28

Congratulations, Emily & Brad! Best wishes for a lifetime of happiness together!

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Bridal prep location: Merritt Lee Photography Studio

Ceremony: Orchard Hill Church

Reception: Monterey Bay Fish Grotto

Florist: Allison McGeary

Hair: Mary Trojanowski

Makeup: Kelly Wiesner

Bridal Gown: Anne Barge from One Enchanted Evening

Photographer: Custom Portraits by Charlene

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