Nikko And Gracie | Peters Township Family & Children Photography

April 25, 2014  •  Leave a Comment

Like always I'm thrilled to be sharing this blog with you, this time because it is about my first time ever shooting a baptism.  This was a joint celebration with two babies, Nikko and Gracie.  Their mom's are cousins and part of a family that I have had the pleasure of photographing many times.  It was so great to meet the rest of the clan and put faces to names.  What a fun group! They are so easy to be around and even more fun to photograph.  I have to admit I was nervous because I had never photographed a baptism and I wanted to catch lots of those in-between moments; much like when I am photographing a wedding.  But my nervousness soon faded once I arrived and started snapping.  Congratulations to this wonderful group of people and these two precious young souls.  

 

Happy Baptism Nikko and Gracie...    

 

 

Church: Saint Thomas More Roman Catholic Church - Bethel Park, PA


Helen | Peters Township Family & Children Photography

April 12, 2014  •  Leave a Comment

Nothing makes me happier than when I am contacted by someone about doing a session because one of their friends or family members has worked with me in the past and they loved their results.  Word of mouth is so important in any business, but I feel it's that much more important when you are a small business like, Giehll Photography in a giant world of talented photographers.  If there is one thing I have learned over these last few years in that there is nothing more important to me than giving my clients images that they can show off to their friends and family...and hopefully they all love them so much that it results in new clients for me.  There are many parts to photography that I love, but meeting new faces is right up there at the top.  

 

This new little face is so precious and those big, brown, kind eyes are to die for.  I would bet that she is going to be hearing the words to "Brown Eyed Girl" from many boys in her future.  The home her parents have created for her is one of a kind, with things handmade and items passed down from generations- totally my style!  It's nestled on a treed lot with paths and ponds and benches...Mom even has her own studio in a separate building just in the backyard....talk about jealous!   I love to meet and be around creative people... and the energy and vibe of this family tells me they are going to have years of wonderful memories in this home they have created.

 

Please meet little miss Helen...


 

I mean seriously, look at those eyes folks! 

 

"It doesn't get any better than this." 

Thank you Katie, Paul, and Helen for inviting me into your home to capture these images for you!  What a lovely family you have... I hope these photos provide you with years of memories! 


Spring 2014 Mini Sessions

February 20, 2014  •  1 Comment

Spring Mini Sessions 2014

Saturday April 5th & Sunday April 6th

Peters Lake Park 

 

Session Times Saturday April 5th:

2:00pm    3:00pm    4:00pm    5:00pm

 

Session Times Sunday April 6th:

10:00am   11:00am   2:00pm    3:00pm  

4:00pm     5:00pm     6:00pm

 

 

 

DETAILS:

-45 minute sessions for up to FIVE people

(larger groups please contact me for details)

 

-Sessions can be for children, families, seniors, engagement, maternity

(newborns can not be done due to time constraints)

 

-Sessions held at Peters Lake Park, McMurray, PA

-Online password protected gallery of all final images

-$125.00 includes session fee and 15 images on custom CD with printing rights

-$150.00 includes session fee and 15 images on custom USB with printing rights

(option to purchase all final images from session)

 

-To reserve your time slot please contact me at 724.260.0392 or via email at [email protected]

-All time slots are first come first serve.

-After contacting me I ask that you send your deposit ($50.00) along with your signed contract to confirm your photography session within one week.  

-Deposits are non-refundable.

-Remaining balance due at time of session.

-Rain dates to be determined if necessary. 


Whaley Family 12. 2013 | Peters Township Family & Children Photography

January 19, 2014  •  1 Comment

I am quickly becoming a regular at the Whaley home with this being their third session in six months.  I can't say how appreciative I am of their loyalty.  This time on the agenda we were focused on photos for Izzy's third birthday and Nikko's three month photos, and also a few quick snaps for Christmas.  Izzy who has really warmed up to me, to say the least, is such a blast to photograph.  Upon my arrival we went straight to her room and started to sort through her outfits to find the ones she wanted (and mom wanted) to wear. She also tried to convince me to wear a tutu and some other dresses, which I then quickly convinced her that she would look much cuter in them. My focus was to capture the innocence of a three year old just hanging out in her room with her favorite things.  She didn't let me down.  

After Izzy and I were done with her portraits, little Nikko was up next.  From his Mama's belly to now I have to say it's pretty cool getting to document his growth.  He is such a sweet little guy! His hair was completely crazy and perfect!  Nikko was a dream to work with, just like in his newborn session. I really do love my job! 

Once again, thank you, Whaley family for allowing me to capture these moments for you.  I know I don't have to tell you how fast time flies by, and I hope that these images of your little ones will be a great reminder one day of their childhood.  

 

 

 

 

Doesn't get much better than this...

 

Take a look at that head of hair! 

 

Couldn't leave without getting some shots of the fifth family member, Marcus the Rottweiler.

 


Angela + Raymond 10. 18. 13

January 13, 2014  •  2 Comments

I am so thrilled to share the images from this wedding.  I absolutely love all the details that included fresh seasonal flowers, masquerade masks, and a homebrew aptly named "Portergeist".  The location has to be one of my favorite places I have photographed.......filled with amazing old buildings and stone walkways.  It has happens to be the birth place of Henry Clay Frick and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.   Check out their website if you are looking for a great wedding location.  The combination of natural elements and beautiful October weather made for a great day for Angela and Raymond.  I am thankful I got the chance to meet them at the wedding of Crystal & Ben Hinton. And also grateful for their trust in me to capture photos of their wedding day..

If you have a moment check out this great wedding blog created by Angela & Ray, documenting their experiences planning a wedding......starting with a fantastic "save the date" video.  I have to say an Oktoberfest wedding would have been a good choice too!  I also love the story of Angela's engagement ring...... two stones: one from the ring of her late mother, the other stone from the ring of the groom's grandmother......PERFECTION.  I am also a beer lover and can appreciate anyone who homebrews.  Mad props to you guys for creating a beer for your wedding.  I also respect anyone who documents their journey through a blog... thank you for sharing!  It's great to see that people can find humor in what can often be such a stressful time.  I am certain that you both will always find laughter and love to be the most important parts of a marriage.  I wish you many years of happiness.  

 

 

The red shoes were a perfect choice! I love when bride's have fun with their shoes! 

 

 Meet Liam... such a great kid! 

 

The three cutest little flower girls.... and sisters! 

 

Liam walking his Mama down the aisle.

 

Okay, so check out this cake! Here's the story behind it:

 Angela and Ray met while Ray was interning at the architecture firm Angela works at, so the measuring tape and notebook represent the field work they did together.  The pizza and beer bottle are the result of how the field work ended.   The "Groom Elephant"  and "Bride Penguin"  represent the results of a "what kind of animal are you quiz" and they are singing karaoke because for awhile most of their dates involved karaoke.  There were also origami flowers, which Ray used to make Angela all the time......in fact Ray's first Valentine's gift to Angela was a box full of origami flowers and hearts...... so sweet! All these elements put together make up one amazing cake! 

 

Liam had the whole room watching as he danced to "Gangnam Style"    

 

 

 

 

Special Details

Location: West Overton Village & Museum Scottdale, Pennsylvania

Reception: West Overton Distillery Room

Dress:  Online Boutique

Tuxedos: Men's Warehouse

Cake: Carol Herstine, Bride's Aunt

Show Cake: Chad Rabinovitz, Friend of the Bride

DJ: AJ Stack of Stack Entertainment

Hair: Mirrors Salon

Makeup: Applied by Angela herself after a consultation with Mary Kay representative Jessa Boehler

Honeymoon: Barbados

 

 

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