Milla C. Photography Blog

When Tessa and Brian first came to meet with us, they described their vision for the wedding as an intimate candle-lit ceremony that would take place at dusk in an outdoor garden. And, as we listened to their vision, we became very excited. And, to add to the fun, Tessa and Brian are close friends with four of our favorite people, Michael and Angela and Lisa and Casey, so we already knew what a fun (high-kicking!) party it would be! :)

Tessa and Brian, thank you so much for trusting us to document your vision. Your wedding day was truly beautiful and unique, and we were so honored to be part of it. Here are a few photos of your beautiful day.

I have been looking forward to Jenn and Ben’s wedding for a LONG time. We did their engagement photos over a year ago, and we had such an easy, fun time together that I knew the wedding was going to be wonderful. And, it truly was. The ceremony was beautiful and reception was a blast. And, to top off the night, Ben’s band surprised Jenn with a song!

Jenn and Ben, here’s a quick preview of the photos from your day. Thank you, once again, for everything. :)

As I entered Amanda’s family’s beautiful Regent Square Victorian home on the morning of her wedding, I was greeted by hugs and warm welcomes from every side. “Now, this is going to be a great day,” I thought. And, it was. From start to finish, the day was beautiful and the people were warm and welcoming. Amanda and Brian have a very special love that you feel immediately, and not just for each other but for friends and family as well.

Amanda and Brian, thank you so much for asking us to be part of your day. Here are a few favorite photos from your wedding.

Julia and Patrick were married on a beautiful spring day at Prince of Peace Parish on 15th Street in Pittsburgh’s South Side neighborhood. And, they held their reception at one of my favorite Pittsburgh venues: the Sheraton Station Square. Afterwards, we took photos along South Side’s beautiful tree-lined streets and enjoyed the stunning view of the city from the North Shore as well!

Julia and Patrick, thank you for asking us to be part of your celebration. Here are a few of my favorite photos of the day!

And, since I know you are wondering, Julia’s beautiful makeup was done by the wonderful Joy Lager (pictured above!). It was so nice seeing you, Joy!

As I pulled up at the beautiful old lodge at Lake Martin and moved in our suitcases, cameras, and dogs for the week, I knew it was going to be a truly special time. My parents, sister, brother in law, nephew, grandmother, aunts, uncles, cousins, and their kids all drove in from different states to stay together and celebrate the wedding of my cousin Michael and his fiance Ashley. And, as we sat around the fire, took long walks by the lake, held babies, ate great food, and caught up on the past year, I was reminded that the reason weddings are so special, the reason that we all truly celebrate together, is because we all become family. And, family is truly one of the greatest blessings.

So, cheers to the wonderful new couple and to gaining a sweet, beautiful cousin. I am very honored that we were asked to document this wedding weekend. Here are some of my favorites.

Mazel Tov Michael and Ashley! We love you both.

When you plan a wedding in Pennsylvania in January, you never know what type of weather you might have. Norma said from the beginning that she was praying for snow and WOW, did she receive her wish! Norma and Tim are such a special couple, and ever since getting to know them at bit at their engagement session, I was so excited to be part of their celebration.

Norma and Tim, thank you for asking us to be part of your day. Though you were married on a cold winter day, your wedding was nothing but warm from start to finish. As soon as I walked through the door and started receiving hugs and smiles, I felt more like family than your photographer. And, as a side note, your amazing pine candle has been burning in my kitchen almost non-stop since Sunday!

Here are a few favorite photos from your day. Enjoy. :)