Who & What:
Samantha & Sean’s Saint Nicholas Cathedral Room Wedding

When:
October 2019

Where:
Getting Ready (Bride): Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
Getting Ready (Groom): Private residence
Ceremony: Saint Maria Goretti Parish/St. Joe’s Church
Portraits: Mellon Institute
Reception: Cathedral Room at Saint Nicholas

Favorite Moments:
I’d been looking forward to photographing Samantha & Sean’s wedding day all year long. Their engagement session back in January was so much fun and gave me a glimpse into how perfect these two are for each other. I knew if their family & friends were anything like them, their wedding day would be a blast, and it certainly was!
I absolutely loved the forest green shade of the bridesmaids’ dresses, especially paired with the groomsmen’s classic black tuxedos. And wait until you see their reception decor! A perfect blend of modern & elegant, with neutral florals & gold accents.
One of my favorite aspects of Samantha & Sean’s day was their willingness to embrace the weather! There was a steady rain throughout the day, but with a solid rain plan, a couple umbrellas, & killer attitudes, we were able to create some amazing photos both during the daylight hours and at the end of the night!

Engagement Session Link:
Point State Park Engagement Session | Samantha & Sean

Contributing Vendors:
Ceremony: Saint Maria Goretti Parish
Reception: Cathedral Room at St. Nicholas
Dress Shop (Bride): Bridal Beginning
Dress Designer (Bride): Sottero & Midgley
Dress Shop (Bridesmaids): David’s Bridal
Dress Designer (Bridesmaids): Vera Wang
Hair & Makeup: Pretty Hair Salon
Menswear: Top Hat Tuxedo
Florist: Meghan Bolsinger
Caterer: Rania’s Catering
Reception Lighting, Ceiling Drapery, & Chairs: Elegant Events by Andrea
Rental Company: All Occasions Party Rental
Invitations & Stationery: Minted
DJ: Dan Porco
Transportation: Tortorice Limousine
Photographer: Kristen Vota Photography
Second Photographer: Danielle Durbin