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Appleford Estate Wedding | Hunter and Alyssa | Villanova Pennsylvania Wedding Photography

Published on March 8, 2022March 8, 2022 by allieskylarphotography@gmail.comLeave a comment

Last summer, while we were all relatively sticking to the rivers and the creeks we were used to, I photographed Hunter and Alyssa’s Appleford Estate wedding in Villanova, PA. It truly felt like I was traipsing around an old estate in France. Every attention to detail at Appleford Estate, from the manicured gardens to the furnished rooms, was impeccable.

Hunter and Alyssa had to push back their day a year due to the pandemic. It broke my heart for them at the time. However, once everything had come full circle, I knew their day ended up being just perfect for them. I had the best time working with Hunter and Alyssa and I am so excited to share some photos from their day!

Outdoor summer wedding at the romantic Appleford Estate in Villanova PA

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Lehigh Valley Engagement Photos| Jacobsburg Park | Kendall and Mike

Published on August 5, 2021August 5, 2021 by allieskylarphotography@gmail.comLeave a comment

Lehigh Valley Engagement Photos

couple stand in a field at Jacosburg State Park during their engagement session

My first time photographing an engagement session at Jacobsburg State Park in Lehigh Valley was nothing short of magical. Kendall and Mike had suggested this location for their engagement session, and I was only too happy to explore someplace new. Despite Mike’s broken foot, we took advantage of all the park had to offer, from creeks to fields of flowers to sun kissed rolling hills.

Working with Kendall and Mike was so fun, and as an added bonus, they brought their dog, Crouton (he just might be the cutest pup EVER). Our evening was filled with laughter and wonderful conversations, and best of all, a break in the heat wave.

I am so excites to photograph this wedding next year!!! Check out these Lehigh Valley engagement photos below!

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Spring Hollow Golf Club Wedding | Carli and Jack | East Coast Wedding Photography

Published on May 21, 2019May 21, 2019 by allieskylarphotography@gmail.comLeave a comment

As the wind blew Carli’s veil across her face, Jack mindlessly brushed her hair back from her face and held her close. Their spring wedding at Spring Hollow Golf Club brought beautiful sunshine and ferocious winds. But most importantly, it brought two families together.

Spring weddings in Pennsylvania have a very special charm to them. Everyone and everything is waking up from a long cold winter, and the extra hours of sunshine and warm breezes make us all giddy. Carli and Jack choose one of the best spring days for their wedding, despite the wind. Somehow they managed to dodge the endless days of rain, and exchanged their vows on the greens overlooking a small lake.

As far as Philadelphia area venues go, Spring Hollow cannot be beat. From their ornate ballroom to pine covered hills, it was a little slice or paradise!

So thankful to have worked with some of the best vendors around:

Venue| Spring Hollow Golf Club

Photographer | Allie Skylar Photography

Flowers | Cameron Peters Flora Designs

Dress| Morilee

DJ | Silversound/ Jeff Mineo

Invites | minted

Cake | Master Baker

Hair/Makeup |Salon Fiber

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Philadelphia Museum of Art Engagement Session | Victoria and Nate | Philly Water Works Engagement

Published on September 11, 2018 by allieskylarphotography@gmail.comLeave a comment

philadelphia romantic engagement photography session at the Philadelphia museum of art

The Philadelphia Museum of Art is landmark of memories for Victoria and Nate. It’s where they had their first date, where Nate proposed, and where we shot their summer engagement session. Golden sun kissed the white stone of the Art Museum steps and surrounding Water Works park. With a summer plagued by rain and humidity, Victoria and Nate somehow picked one of the most beautiful summer 2018 days!

I met Victoria a few years ago, and enjoyed catching up with her and getting to know Nate. They are both so easy to talk to, and I loved hearing about their plans for their 2019 Terrain at Styers wedding. We soaked in every last minute of sunshine, watching tourists and locals alike run the Rocky steps, fists pumping. Our last shots were on the Ben Franklin Parkway, with the skyline in full view, all of us falling just a bit more in love with the city of Brotherly Love. Continue reading “Philadelphia Museum of Art Engagement Session | Victoria and Nate | Philly Water Works Engagement” →

Historic Old City Philadelphia Engagement Session | Maria and Kevin | Allie Skylar Photography

Published on September 3, 2018 by allieskylarphotography@gmail.comLeave a comment

bride and groom to be engagement session in old city philadelphia

When Maria and Kevin emailed me and told me they would be visiting Philadelphia and wanted to book an engagement session, I was only too happy to show them around my favorite city. We explored Old City, walking miles through rain sprinkles, capturing the love these two share. Philadelphia in the rain is quiet and calm, and we we uninterrupted as we strolled by the Merchant Exchange building, through Carpenter’s Hall, and past the Liberty Bell in Independence Hall.

Maria let me know at the start that they were both a little nervous and had never really had photos taken before. I say it all the time– my couples are normal, everyday people. No modeling expereince is required! Part of the process of an engagement session is becoming comfortable with the camera and with the directions I give. I’d say that Maria and Kevin knocked it out of the park! By the end, they were posing all by themselves and radiated with confidence. I mean, just look at them! Pure joy and beauty.

I am so happy we were able to spend this time together! Continue reading “Historic Old City Philadelphia Engagement Session | Maria and Kevin | Allie Skylar Photography” →