Pittsburgh Wedding, Boudoir, Senior Photographer

Lauren and Paul | The Good Earth Winery Wedding

A little over ten years ago, Barry and I were sitting in the Canadian countryside at the most beautiful winery, The Good Earth Food and Wine, near Niagara-on-the-Lake. It was a blue-sky and sunny day, and the charm of the winery, coupled with the delightful lunch we ate there, got us thinking that it would be an absolute dream to photograph a wedding there.

Well, fast-forward to October 10, 2026, and we were right back at The Good Earth Food and Wine to photograph a wedding!

Yes, our photography dream came true, but seeing the dream of Lauren and Paul’s wedding dream come true was a million times better. To marry your best friend among the grapevines of The Good Earth, and to celebrate your marriage with your families and best friends…. well, there really are no words to describe such wedding perfection.

The entire wedding weekend was pure perfection! Lauren and Paul not only planned the most beautiful wedding day, but also a few thoughtful and fun events on the days leading up to it. From organized winery tastings, to a Welcome Dinner the night prior to their wedding, every single moment proved this couple’s graciousness, class, and also their love and appreciation for their guests. No detail was spared, down to the goody bags providing personalized boxes of trail mix, wine bottle openers, full bottles of wine, and some liquid IV for post-party electrolytes! And of importance to note, Paul’s sister, Rachel, made the personalized wedding dress cookies *and* the wedding cake! She has such a talent!

Lauren and Paul’s wedding day was no short of laughter, toasts, dancing, and magnetic energy! The party went on into the wee hours of the night, as the DJ cranked electronic favorites and sparklers blazed on stage.

We have been *so* blessed to photograph TWO weddings in Paul’s family (shoutout to Becca and Andrew who brought us on board with their 2023 wedding!) Our hearts are so full for knowing this family, and to have been asked to be a part of Lauren and Paul’s wedding extravaganza weekend! Thank you, thank you, thank you, Lauren and Paul!

I could keep going on and on about how wonderful this couple is, and also the magnificent details of the weekend, but instead, I’ll let you take a look at some images that tell the story of Lauren and Paul’s wedding day…

<alt>A wedding at the Good Earth Food and Wine in Canada</alt>

Okay Barry. One blog cameo, per Becca’s request 😉

Cake and Wedding Dress Cookies: Rachel VanRyzin
Ceremony Musicians: Toronto String Quartet
Ceremony and Reception Venue: The Good Earth Food and Wine Co.
Cookie Table: Friends and Family
DJ: Nonstop Entertainment Toronto
Florals: Threads & Blooms
Hair Artistry: Studio 391 Saloon
Invitation: Minted
Makeup Artistry: The Bridal Glam Co.
Photographer: Lavender Leigh
Transportation: Prestige Limo – Niagara
Videographer: First Look Films
Wedding Gown: The Lovely Bride – Rochester

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Kate and Christian | Heinz History Center Wedding

The day that I met Kate and Christian, they introduced me to a lovely little Colombian cafe in the South Side called Encanto Cafe (the iced matcha latte with the added strawberry puree is delightful!) This was the perfect meeting spot, being that Christian is from Colombia!

As we talked, I learned about how they met (they were both in a trail running club), and the cultural touches that they were planning to feature at their wedding. They were incredibly excited to bring pieces of their heritage into their special day, for example, Kate’s family has an Italian background, so Kate and Christian decided to serve gelato for dessert on their wedding day. And they hired a Colombian DJ for the reception, who kept the party thriving by incorporating Latin dance music into the playlist!

Kate and Christian’s family traveled from near and far to be a part of their celebration. Many of Christian’s relatives traveled from Colombia! It was a beautiful wedding, on a beautiful fall day. And, the icing on the cake was that Kate and Christian baked in enough creative picture-taking time to travel around the city and grab photos in some iconic spots!

Take a peek below to see some of my favorite pictures that tell the story of their wedding day…

Ceremony Venue: Saint Mary of the Mount
Christian’s Suit Tailor: Fernando Salazar
DJ: Mateo Mattos
Florist: Handpicked Elegance
Gelato: Piccola Piazzo Company
Hair Artistry: Black Label Society
Invitation: Cotton & Bow
Jeweler: Truver’s Jewelry
Makeup Artistry: Karma Lama
Photographer: Lavender Leigh
Reception Venue: Heinz History Center
Transportation: Integrity Transportation (Black Car Service)
Wedding Dress: Bridal Maven

Jane and Zach | Pittsburgh Field Club Wedding

When you have the opportunity to photograph three weddings for a family, you really feel such a strong tie to them, almost as if you are more than just the wedding photographer. You also feel like their friend!

That’s exactly how Barry and I feel for Jane and her family! And, not only have Barry and I photographed Jane’s and her two sisters’ weddings (shoutout to Katie/Geoff and Madi/Calvin!), but I have also taken pictures of Jane as she completed a challenge for MS Run the US… Jane ran a marathon a day for SIX STRAIGHT DAYS! That feat alone is just one of the many ways that Jane demonstrates what a determined, selfless and caring person she is!

And she has found the most genuine and caring person in her husband, Zach! The way that these two radiate love for one another is next level. When Zach looks at Jane, you can see how proud he is to be by her side, and how adoring he is of her. When Jane looks at Zach, her smile beams with excitement, and you can almost see the romantic butterflies that I imagine she feels.

Jane and Zach had a small and intimate wedding ceremony in June, and this day in September was the big celebration with their family and friends. These two said the most beautiful vows to each other (“Every part of me loves every part of you…”), and they really went above and beyond to add thoughtful touches for their guests. Champagne was passed around prior to the start of the ceremony, and at the reception, a “tattoo” and glitter station allowed the guests to decorate their arms with the faces of Jane and Zach’s two pups!

I could keep going on and on about these two, and how beautiful their wedding celebration was, but I’ll let you scroll through and see some of the pictures that tell the story of their day…

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<alt>Pittsburgh Field Club Wedding September 2026</alt>

Pittsburgh Field Club Wedding September 2026

Cake: Bella Christie’s
Ceremony and Reception Venue: Pittsburgh Field Club
Entertainment: Bachelor Boys Band
Florist: Always in Bloom
Hair and Makeup Artistry: BLOOM
Photographer: Lavender Leigh
Wedding Dress: Tara La Tour at Gemma Bridal

Rachel | North Shore Senior Session

I have been photographing this lovely lady for about thirteen years! THIRTEEN YEARS! When I was beginning my photography business, her family was referred to me for fall family mini sessions, and I have had the privilege of photographing them ever since!

Rachel is graduating in 2027 and plans to attend WVU! Prior to her senior session, she just came home from attending a band camp there… she is quite the talented trumpet player! She even had a solo during the end-of-camp performance!

We photographed Rachel’s senior session along some of my favorite spots in the North Shore, and also in Allegheny Commons Park.

Here are just a small handful of my favorites from Rachel’s senior session! It was so hard to pick which ones to post!

Jane and Zach | Strip District Engagement Session

This lovely lady and her bright and beautiful smile holds a special place in my heart! I have had the pleasure of capturing a few of the weddings in her family over the years, and now it is her turn to walk down the aisle!

I had so much fun getting to know Jane and Zach as a couple, things like how they met, became engaged, and I got to meet the other love in their lives, Pete, their adorable Golden Retriever! We hopped around the Allegheny County Courthouse and also the Strip District to take their engagement photos on a lovely fall evening.

Here are a small few of my favorites from their session!