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Wedding Weekly (01/27)

2012-01-27T06:20:00.004-05:00

Who doesn't love tiny food!? Take a peek at a Pinterest board from Martha Stewart Weddings featuring these tasty tiny treats here. My favorites are the Mini Fudge Cakes and Crudites!
Speaking of food, The Pink Book has some great tips on keeping your menu and catering budget in check on their blog: Read More.
The savvy planners over at OneWed have an interesting discussion going on about the pros and cons of living together before marriage. Head on over to voice your opinion.
Emmaline Bride has some ideas for gorgeous ways to serve doughnuts at your reception - Take a look.
Take a look at some wacky wedding cakes here.
Did you know - One in five adults (that's 20%!) would miss a wedding to attend the Super Bowl? Read more here.
ABC News reports that there is a new bridezilla in town - the single bridezilla. The new trend in wedding planning is getting your ducks in a row before getting engaged! Read the full story here and let us know what you think!

Chat with us!

2012-01-25T14:59:00.003-05:00

When you're planning a wedding (and even after) your to-do list can be a mile long. If you have a quick question, a planning emergency or even a meltdown - we want to be there! You've always been able to reach us via phone or email, but we're excited to announce a new way to get in touch - chat!

You may have noticed some new areas on our blog and Facebook pages. These areas "help" and "Chat with us" will allow you to type a quick message and receive an answer within seconds! We will also be adding a chat feature to our website in the coming days...just another way we can provide you with award-winning service.

You may also have noticed there's a new area on our blog where you may post your comments, reactions, suggestions and more. We're looking forward to hearing even more of what you have to say. Talk with you soon!

Wedding Weekly (01/20)

2012-01-20T06:30:00.000-05:00

What's your wedding style? This article from Brides.com shows you easy ways to use your every day style to choose the perfect wedding gown! Read more
Some of these are jaw-droppers for sure! Weddingchannel.com breaks down the top 10 rudest responses to your engagement - complete with proper (and not so proper) ways to respond. Read more
Delicious ideas for edible wedding favors - Take a look
The truth about bridesmaids dresses - Read more
I love Starbucks as much as the next gal (Ok - actually WAY more than the average person) but I don't think I'd host my wedding there. Take a look at one couple who did
Forget married TO the mob - try married BY the mob! Visit vegas.com for a chance to win one of seven Valentine's Day weddings or vow renewals at the city's new Mob Museum. Read more
From Baby Got Back to I Will Survive - an article about some of the strangest "must play" songs that pop up at weddings - Read more

E-Session: Kyra & Reed

2012-01-14T21:05:00.000-05:00

Congrats to Kyra and Reed! We stayed inside the studio, avoided the blustery day and had a great engagement session! Here's a sneak peek...

Wedding Weekly (01/13)

2012-01-13T10:07:00.000-05:00

Happy Friday the 13th! Did you know that an estimated 17 to 21 million
people in the US are affected by a fear of this day? It's been estimated that approximately $900 million is lost in business when the 13th falls on a Friday. Why stop now? Call off work, stay at home where it's safe and get to planning that wedding!

On with the weekly news...

Bride chooses 1.8 mile (yes MILE) long veil and sets new world record. It took 60 people to carry this! Take a look
Catering ideas for a vegetarian wedding including soups, entrees, sides and even cake! Read more
Could Google Docs save your wedding day? Some people say yes! Find out why
I absolutely love these shoes...for weddings and beyond! Take a look
Interested in crashing weddings? There's an app for that
Check out Kardashian's $2million ring here
Even more celebrity wedding news and inspiration here
Photographic Memories wins 2012 Bride's Choice Award from the Wedding Wire network! Read more here

2012 Bride's Choice Award

2012-01-10T11:27:00.000-05:00

Pittsburgh, PA – January 10, 2012 WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company, just announced that Photographic Memories has been selected to receive the 2012 Bride’s Choice Awards™ for Photography!

The annual Bride’s Choice Awards™ recognizes and celebrates excellence in quality and service within the wedding industry, as determined by recent reviews and extensive surveys from over 500,000 newlyweds.

Photographic Memories is among the top five percent of all vendors in the WeddingWire community, which includes over 100,000 wedding professionals across the US and Canada. Awards were given to winners across 19 different service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers.

“We are excited to recognize and honor the success of the top wedding professionals within the WeddingWire Community” said Timothy Chi, WeddingWire’s Chief Executive Officer. “The annual Bride’s Choice Awards™ program has given us the unique opportunity to highlight the best wedding professionals in each region as reviewed by brides and grooms who have utilized their services in the past year.”

We are happy to announce that Photographic Memories is among the very best of the best wedding photographers within the WeddingWire Network, which includes wedding powerhouses such as Martha Stewart Weddings, BRIDES, and Best City Weddings.

We would like to thank our past newlyweds for nominating us, and we're looking forward to an even better season this year! For more information, please visit our website at www.WhatWillYouRemember.net

Wedding Weekly (01/06)

2012-01-06T12:52:00.000-05:00

What's new and noteworthy in the world of weddings...

Closing bridal store destroys gowns: Read more
Wedding trends for 2012 Part 1 and Part 2
Wedding planning made easy from Bridal Tweet
How to keep your make-up fresh all day long: Read more
What's new in the world of celebrity weddings: Find out
Wedding rings donated to Salvation Army: Read more
How to keep your bridesmaids happy: Read more
Bride sues would-be husband: Read more
Car stolen with wedding gown in the truck! Read more

Rest assured - we will never sell or distribute your email address. We hate spam too!

Holiday Giveaway Winners!

2011-12-30T13:39:00.000-05:00

Thank you to all who participated, and congratulations to our winners!

Giveaway #1 - A 16x24 Canvas Gallery Wrap (A $215.00 value) - Congratulations to Amanda R.
Giveaway #2 - A set of 2 Cut Metal Ornaments (A $30.00 value) - Congratulations to Brandi M.
Giveaway #3 - A 7x7, 20 Page Softcover Photo Book (A $75 value) - Congratulations to Tina C.
Giveaway #4 - A 30 Minute Family Portrait Session PLUS (2) 5x7 prints and (8) wallet prints- Congratulations to Jaylyne M.

Wedding Weekly (12/30)

2011-12-30T12:39:00.000-05:00

Tips for setting up your own wedding website from Martha Stewart. Bonus - Wedding Wire offers free wedding websites with exclusive Martha Stewart Weddings design! Read more
The 2012 Bridal Collection from Pnina Tornai not only comes with a serious price tag, but has been causing some big time controversy. Take a look
Cupcakes, candy tables and more. How to go beyond the traditional wedding cake. Read more
Great DIY ideas: Water-colored confetti from Oh Happy Day (learn how) and Pine Tree table numbers from Wedding Paper Divas (learn how)
Have you seen Vera Wang's blog? It's got some really amazing stories - my favorite of which is her 'Behind the Dress' series which gives you an inside look at the creation of her gorgeous gowns. Read more
In the world of Hollywood: Matthew McConaughey has publicly announced his engagement to Camila Alves! Read more
Engagement stat: 39% of couples get engaged over the holidays! Are you one of them? Read more. Looking to purchase a "green" wedding band? Start here. No matter when you said "I will" - take a look at these tips from Real Simple to keep that ring sparkling! Read more
Always dreamed of being a Disney Princess? In early 2012, Alfred Angelo will unveil their 2012 Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Collection featuring designs inspired by Ariel, Snow White and more! Read more
Ever wonder why those wedding gowns are so expensive? Read more. Also, take a look at the best wedding dresses of 2011 as decided by Brides Magazine Read more, and these incredibly colorful gowns! Read more
Wedding or elopement - where do you stand? Read more

Rest assured - we will never sell or distribute your email address. We hate spam too!

The Wedding Weekly is here!

2011-12-27T13:10:00.000-05:00

We will be launching a new section of our blog starting December 30th titled the Wedding Weekly! Every Friday, we will be bringing you the latest news, tips, trends and great ideas related to planning your wedding with ease.

No time to check the blog or Facebook?

Sign up for our newsletter to have the Wedding Weekly emailed directly to you every Friday!

Rest assured - we will never sell or distribute your email address. We hate spam too!

Real Wedding: Cara & Coty

2011-12-18T13:28:00.000-05:00

Congrats to Cara and Coty on an amazing day filled with friends, family, and just enough snow to create a winter wonderland! Here's a sneak peek into their day...

If you would like to be notified when all of their image are available for viewing, please click here to register for Cara and Coty's online gallery!

Holiday Giveaway

2011-12-12T11:11:00.000-05:00

It's here - Our 2011 Holiday Giveaway!

Giveaway #1 - A 16x24 Canvas Gallery Wrap (A $215.00 value)
Giveaway #2 - A set of 2 Cut Metal Ornaments (A $30.00 value)
Giveaway #3 - A 7x7, 20 Page Sotcover Photo Book (A $75 value)
Giveaway #4 - A 30 Minute Family Portrait Session PLUS (2) 5x7 prints and (8) wallet prints

How do I win?

All images will be posted to Facebook on 12/12/2011 - just look for the red and green! Simply tag yourself in the image(s) you'd like to win. Every tag received counts as an entry. For a bonus entry, tag @photographic memories in a Facebook post along with the giveaway you'd like to win. The last day to tag your giveaway is Thursday 12/29/2011. Winners will be chosen at random via Random.org and announced on 12/30/2011.

Good luck, and Merry Christmas from Photographic Memories!

Ready or not...

2011-11-21T14:31:00.000-05:00

Ready or not, here they come! With the holidays fast approaching, we're pleased to offer a boatload of promotions and special pricing to make gift-giving a breeze...

Soft Cover Books: These books make easy and affordable package add-ons, bridal party gifts and parent albums! Soft cover books include 20 images plus a custom designed cover.

Choose a 5x5 for only $27, a 7x7 for $32 or an 8x11 for only $40!

Please note: Last day to order soft cover books for holiday delivery is 12/05/11

Hard Cover Books: Another great choice for showcasing your favorite images! These books include custom designed pages featuring up to 50 of your favorites and a custom hard cover.

Choose a 5x5 for only $55, a 7x7 for $77 or an 10x10 for only $110!

Please note: Last day to order hard cover books for holiday delivery is 11/28/11

Ornaments: Showcase your favorite image on a metal ornament for only $12.00!

Please note: Last day to order ornaments for holiday delivery is 12/16/11

Greeting Cards: There's no better way to spread holiday cheer than with a custom photo greeting card! Choose from 5x7 flat or folded for only .55 each!

Please note: Last day to order cards for holiday delivery is 12/16/11

Mini-Sessions: Don't have your favorite holiday picture yet? Try one of our mini-sessions! Sessions are $15.00 for 15 minutes. The next day, choose your favorites from 15 retouched images. What could be easier? Special holiday promotion - Book before 11/30/11 and receive 15% off your print order!

Family Fun: The Mersings

2011-11-03T13:43:00.000-04:00

Enjoy a sneak peek of this AWESOME family downtown by Heinz Field!

How to Choose Colors

2011-11-01T16:43:00.000-04:00

Be it your bridesmaid’s dresses, flowers, table décor, linens, or future husband’s socks, color is the key to setting the mood of your wedding. Have you ever noticed how some colors seem to compliment each other while others, when put near each other, practically cause you pain? There is a boatload of science behind why this happens – this article will provide you with the tools and know-how to guarantee palette mixing success.

Back in the 1950s, Pantone began as a commercial printing company – now, they represent the standard for all that is color…from fashion to interior design to, yes – even wedding planning.

Each year Pantone declares one lucky hue “Color of the Year.” Don’t know where to start when choosing your wedding palette? This would be a great choice! The chosen color for 2011 is “Honeysuckle” – a warm, deep pink hue. When choosing your “beginning” color, you will want to think about the season as well as your likes and dislikes. Fall weddings lend themselves to deep browns and oranges. Spring – perhaps pale pinks and yellows. Vibrant blues and greens work wonderfully for summer, while winter speaks to rich jewel tones and cool icy hues.

Once your initial color is chosen, the next step is to compliment it. There are some great tools out there to find complementary colors. Kuler from Adobe (found here) has some pre-made pallets that are stunning. Feeling creative? Use their ‘Create’ section (found here) to put together your own palette. My favorite, Color Scheme Designer, (found here - shown right) allows you to choose one (or multiple) colors from their color wheel and it will automatically suggest additions!

Another great tool for finding color pallets is Pantone, itself! On their website (found here), you can create color inspiration boards, share them with your vendors and bridesmaids, and even order color swatches (here) to ensure everyone – from your baker to your florist to your mother in law – is on the same hue. Make sure to save one of those swatches for us…we can incorporate your chosen colors into everything from your thank you cards to your album cover!

Here are a few of my picks for 2012: (Click to see larger)

E-Session: Aarika & Jason

2011-10-23T20:53:00.000-04:00

We met Aarika and Jason at Westmoreland Park and had a great time playing around in the leaves! My favorite time of day - I love the warm, beautiful, romantic light. Great place, great light, great couple - what more could I ask for? Here's a sneak peek...

E-Session: Amanda & Blair

2011-10-23T20:44:00.000-04:00

I had such a great time spending the afternoon with Blair and Amanda celebrating their love at Hartwood Acres. They were up for anything and even brought their 2 cuties - Elvis and Priscilla! Here's a sneak peek...

Class of 2012: Tasha

2011-10-23T00:00:00.000-04:00

What a great day! I love love love when I get the chance to take a whole afternoon and just photograph. Tasha and I spent the day together and captured some amazing portraits...I love how her eyes just pop! Here's a sneak peek...

Real Wedding: Rick & Brandi

2011-10-16T10:39:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to Brandi & Rick! Their ceremony was at Our Lady of Perpetual Help and their reception was at the Lenape Heights Golf Course - both beautiful locations, but the real magic was the love that these two share. What a perfect couple surrounded by friends and family - makes our job easy! Here's a sneak peek into their day...

If you would like to be notified when all images are available for viewing, please CLICK HERE to register for Rick and Brandi's online gallery!

Real Wedding: John & Paula

2011-10-09T11:50:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to John and Paula on a very special day filled with friends, family and loved-ones. Here's a sneak peek...

Best wishes to you both on your new family!

Wish Upon A Wedding - Charity Auction

2011-10-03T16:53:00.000-04:00

Previously, we blogged about our involvement in Wish Upon A Wedding's Charity Wedding Auction. We're pleased to see that there has been a great response!

Just a reminder - the auction is active until November 1, 2011 and there are still some AMAZING experiences and products to bid on.

Best of all, your money goes directly to couples who need your help!
Take a look at some of these inspiring stories...

John & Alyssa - Read Their Story
Cory & Janice - Read Their Story

To read more about the donations available for bidding from photographic memories: CLICK HERE

To take a look at celebrity items available for bidding (including a planning experience with Preston Bailey - wow!) CLICK HERE

To take a look at all items available for bidding: CLICK HERE

Enjoy!

Portraits of Love II

2011-09-13T11:47:00.000-04:00

For the second year, we are proud to announce our involvement in the Portraits of Love Project. The goal of the Project is to provide 10,000 U.S. soldiers around the world with portraits of their families and loved ones this holiday season.

The PMDA Soldiers' Angels Portraits of Love Project is the imaging industry's way of giving back with gratitude to the men and women who defend our country each and every day.

Photographic Memories will be providing no cost family, engagement and child portrait sessions for all military personnel from October 5, 2011 through November 30, 2011. Printing and mailing of the selected portraits will be provided at no cost courtesy of FUJIFILM.

Please call 412.708.6059 or email tbabinsack@whatwillyouremember.net to schedule today.

To learn more about this project, please visit http://pmdaportraitsoflove.com and/or watch the video below:

Real Wedding: John & Kim

2011-09-11T16:36:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to John and Kim on an amazing event yesterday! Their ceremony and reception were held at Armstrong Farms B&B in Saxonburg, PA. They put together so many amazing little details such as hand-made paper flowers, tiny cupcakes and a sundae bar! Here's a sneak peek...

Charity Wedding Auction

2011-08-31T15:47:00.000-04:00

Wish Upon A Wedding is the world's first non-profit organization providing weddings and vow renewals for couples facing terminal illness and serious life-altering circumstances.

Beginning September 15, 2011, Wish Upon a Wedding will host a nationwide online auction, offering hundreds of products and services from vendors around the nation. Items are carefully selected to help couples create the perfect wedding or event. Proceeds from these items will help make Wedding Wishes come true throughout the United States.

Photographic Memories has chosen to donate 2 exclusive experiences...

An engagement session valued at $600.00 including:

30-45 minute engagement shoot at a location(s) of your choice
100 Save the Date cards w/ envelopes
10x10, 20 page Album or Guestbook
CD with all images and printing rights

A wedding package valued at $1800.00 including:

Up to 8 hours consecutive hours of wedding coverage from 2 photographers.
Unlimited images, unlimited locations.
90 day online image gallery
8x8 softcover memory book
DVD with all images and printing rights.

We're so honored to be a part of this amazing event, and encourage all couples to bid on these services!

You are also able to purchase the following items from Wish Upon A Wedding directly:

In Lieu of Favors Book Marks - Click Here to View
Wish Upon a Wedding Bracelets - Click Here to View

Good luck!

New Product - Metal Panels

2011-08-25T12:21:00.000-04:00

Before deciding to add a new product, we put it through a barrage of tests...Is the quality up to par? Does it showcase your beautiful images well? Is it stylish? When I saw these metal panels, I knew I had to have them. Once I ordered a few samples and saw them in person, I was blown away!

These new aluminum panels transform any image into vibrant, high definition wall décor. Take things one step further by opting to have your metal cut into one of our stylish shapes, or creating a metal mural up to 24 square feet!

Metal panels are available in the following shapes/sizes...

Classic:
Choose from 8x10, 11x14 or 15x19 panels. All 'Classic' panels include a wall mount for easy hanging. Choose from a high-gloss or etched metal finish.

Cut Metal: Choose from 4 stylish shapes. Each shape is available as either small (approx. 8x8 - 8x10) or large (approx. 12x12 - 11x15.) Small metal panels include an easel back to display on a desk, table or other flat surface. Large metal panels include a wall mount for easy hanging. Choose from a high-gloss or etched metal finish.

Wall Panels: These are really incredible! Your image is split into a mosaic that spans anywhere from four to twenty-four 12x12 metal squares allowing you to create a piece of artwork up to 48x72 in size - that's twenty-four square feet!
Each square is suspended from the others by a metal ring, then the entire display is hung from a metal bar that is custom cut to the correct width. Everything you need to hang and assemble these is included. As with all of our metals, you may choose from either a high-gloss or etched metal finish.

These will soon be added to your online gallery for ordering! If your online gallery is expired, or you have any questions, please GET IN TOUCH!

Real Wedding : Carlos & Jaylyne

2011-08-08T10:31:00.000-04:00

Carlos and Jaylyne celebrated a fantastic wedding and reception aboard the Gateway Clipper Princess! The Gateway Princess is a 120 feet long, 35 feet wide all-steel traditional paddle-wheel style riverboat with floor to ceiling windows allowing a superb view of the Pittsburgh skyline. Congratulations to you both! Here's a sneak peek into their special day...

If you would like to be notified when all images are available for viewing, please CLICK HERE to register for Carlos and Jaylyne's online gallery!

Real Wedding: Ryan and Janet

2011-07-24T11:03:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to Ryan and Janet! Their elegant event started off at the First Baptist Church of Pittsburgh in Oakland and continued at the Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History - a stunning location. Here's a sneak peek at their day...

If you would like to be notified when all images are available for viewing, please CLICK HERE to register for Ryan and Janet's online gallery!

Wedding News (07/21/11)

2011-07-21T09:58:00.000-04:00

How to tie a bow-tie - Learn now!
Beautifully unique centerpieces - Take a look
Gorgeous cakes - Yum!
Not your average candle - Read more
Wedding day makeup ideas - Get inspired
Indoor or Outdoor - What's best for you?
Real Wedding - Paul & Katie - Take a look

Real Wedding: Paul & Katie

2011-07-17T02:15:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to Paul and Katie! Their day started off with a beautiful ceremony at Heinz Chapel in the Oakland section of Pittsburgh. The Memorial Chapel, a staple at the University of Pittsburgh, boasts massive wooden and iron doors, soaring stone arches and 70-foot stained glass windows. We continued on to the Mellon Institute for portraits - Most people would recognize these stunning limestone columns, but few know that they are actually the largest monolithic columns in the world! After a quick stop on the incline, we headed to the LeMont on Mount Washington for a wonderful reception. Here's a sneak peek at their day...

If you would like to be notified when all images are available for viewing, please CLICK HERE to register for Paul and Katie's online gallery!

Class of 2012: Brent

2011-07-15T23:29:00.000-04:00

Best of luck in your senior year and beyond! Here's a sneak peek...

E-Session: Paul & Katie

2011-07-09T14:36:00.000-04:00

We headed out this morning to spend some time with Paul and Katie before their beautiful wedding next weekend. We went down to the riverwalk behind PNC Park - one of my favorite spots! Here's a sneak peek...

Can't wait to see you both next weekend!

If you would like to be notified when all images are available for viewing, please CLICK HERE to register for Paul and Katie's online gallery!

Half Priced Custom Cards!

2011-07-06T16:44:00.000-04:00

Photography is a very seasonal business - we photograph engagement sessions throughout the spring, seniors and weddings over the summer months, families into the fall and corporate events during the holidays. July is a really fun month because all of these things tend to happen at once! We have seniors ordering invitations and announcements, engaged couples choosing save the date cards, newlyweds sending out thank yous and early birds starting on their holiday greetings.

With all these occasions happening at once, one thing comes to mind - that's a LOT of cards!

With that said, how about a promotion - 50% off any set of custom cards for the month of July!

Our custom cards feature full-color printing on the front, as well as the back, and are made just for YOU - Every single design is unique! Not only are the designs unique, but each card can be cut into a multitude of stylish shapes.
Sets of 24 start at just $49.00 - with our July discount, you pay only $24.50!

Contact us now to create your custom design and start saving!

Tip - How to Pose in Photographs

2011-06-28T12:30:00.000-04:00

People are photographed more during their wedding, and the events leading up to it, than any other time in their life! Just think about it – engagement session, rehearsal dinner, bridal shower, etc. etc. etc. Hiring a professional photographer ensures that you will look great in your posed photographs, but what about snapshots from your friends and family?

Here are a few posing tips from a professional photographer (me!) to help you look your best…

Place your body – You should never stand fully facing the camera. Turn partially to one side, point your front foot toward the camera and lean your weight on your back foot. This will make your waist look smaller and your legs look longer.
Posture – Take a second to evaluate your posture. Stand up tall, take a deep breath and relax your shoulders. Keep your head up and your shoulders back. This will give you an instant sense of confidence and elongate your body.
Arms – Holding your arms slightly away from your body will make them appear thinner. You can also try placing a hand on the hip closest to the camera.
Chin – Concerned about having a double chin? Lean slightly forward or simply tilt your head slightly forward and down. Avoid tilting your chin up – while this seems logical, it can actually make your neck look thicker and chin larger. It also means that the camera will be angled right up your nose – eek!
Legs – Wearing a short dress? Want your legs to look smokin’? Bend those knees! Try leaning back, placing just the toe of your back foot on the ground, bending your knees and pointing them slightly inward. This will “break” the plane of your legs and make them appear longer and thinner.
Smile – The best smile is a relaxed smile. Try to think happy thoughts! I know – sounds silly, but it works! If you’re happy, your eyes will smile as well. You may want to try practicing in the mirror to see what the best look is for you – Teeth? No teeth? Typically, a relaxed, half open smile is the most flattering.
When seated – Cross your legs, lean slightly forward and fold your hands on your knees. With your hands and knees meeting at a center point, your body will appear thinner. Leaning slightly forward will hide any areas that don’t look so great when sitting.
When posing with someone else – Angle your body in toward the other person, lean slightly forward and GET CLOSE! If you’re standing at a comfortable distance, you will look miles apart in a photograph. If you’re close with the other person, you may even want to lean your head in toward them slightly. An arm slung low around their waist looks nice, but avoid putting your arm up high around their shoulders. You should place a slight bend in your outer arm and relax your hand.

If you’re calm, cool, collected and having a great time, it will translate in your photographs. Consequently, if you are awkward and stressed, your photographs may appear awkward as well. If you feel yourself getting tense, look away for a moment and shake it off. Just take a deep breath, smile and, above all, relax!

YOU did it!

2011-06-27T13:55:00.000-04:00

Paul and I would like to thank all of our past couples who have taken the time to review our services. We appreciate the helpful viewpoints and advice you are able to offer to future brides, grooms and their families.

Because of your thoughtfulness, we are now Wedding Wire Rated for 2011! This means that we have been recognized to consistently provide outstanding quality and service with the highest degree of integrity.

To read what other couples are saying, take a look below...

Dynamic Range - Thank You!

2011-06-27T13:26:00.000-04:00

A big thank you to all who attended the opening reception of Dynamic Range: The F-Stops Here! I greatly appreciate your support and hope that everyone had a wonderful time!

For those who were not able to attend the opening reception but would still like to view the exhibit, all artwork will be displayed until August 6th, 2011.

You may get directions and/or view more information HERE.

New Product - Gallery Blocks!

2011-06-23T11:28:00.000-04:00

We're always keeping our eyes open for new and exciting products to offer our clients. I fell in LOVE with these when I first saw them and just had to add them to our product line. Gallery Blocks are professional photographic prints mounted to wooden blocks and sealed with a protective coating. They are available as single blocks, but what I'm really excited about is the floating block composites. WOW! These are really amazing. Take a look at some samples:

I love the three dimensional look and how you can create a whole story to hang on your wall! These are available in sizes from 8x10 to 20x30! Interested in seeing more designs? You can view and download our free catalog below...

Gallery Blocks - Photographic Memories

Dynamic Range: Update

2011-06-22T14:29:00.000-04:00

We've been working really hard getting the gallery ready for Saturday! The exhibition features the artwork of Tamra Jutting and Tiffany Babinsack (that's me!) and includes not only digital work but also giclee gallery wraps, metallic prints, traditional silver gelatin prints, jewelry, notecards and more!

Dynamic Range: The F-Stops Here opens this Saturday, June 25th with our opening reception from 5:00pm - 11:00pm. All are welcome...There will be great art, food, drinks and conversation!

To read more about the exhibition and artists, please CLICK HERE.

Click HERE for directions to the gallery. See you there!

Real Wedding: Brian & Rachel

2011-06-12T09:04:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to Brian and Rachel! Their day started with a traditional mass at St. Therese in Munhall. We had an opportunity to take some great portraits at the West End Overlook and Station Square before enjoying a lively reception at The Sheraton. Thank you both for allowing us to share in your amazing day!

Here's a sneak peek at some of our favorites...

If you would like to be notified when all images are available for viewing, please CLICK HERE to register for Brian and Rachel's online gallery!

E-Session: Brandi & Rick

2011-06-05T16:45:00.000-04:00

Here's a sneak peek at our engagement session today with Brandi and Rick. Can't wait to see you guys again in October!

To view their entire gallery, CLICK HERE!

Dynamic Range – “The F-Stops Here…”

2011-06-02T15:25:00.000-04:00

Press Release

Local Photographers Announce Upcoming Gallery Exhibition

Dynamic Range – “The F-Stops Here…” June 25, 2011 – August 6, 2011

Lower Burrell: Local photographers, Tiffany Babinsack and Tamra Jutting, will be exhibiting in a gallery hosted by Artform Gallery and Tattoo. The title Dynamic Range: The F-Stops Here... was chosen as both a play on photographic terms as well as a hint of what people can expect to see at the show: both artists have differing styles from each other and within themselves.

In addition to showing their artwork, Tiffany and Tamra are hoping to enlighten the public about the value of photography as a fine art and the fact that it takes more than a 'nice camera' to get great photographs. Ultimately, it doesn't matter what camera is used - a true photographer can get a great image from a pinhole camera or expensive digital equipment - the key is to know the rules before you break them.

Tamra Jutting

Originally from eastern South Dakota, she notes her father as the reason she got into photography. Thanks to his love of the camera, she became interested at a young age. After dabbling in art for many years, Tamra realized she wanted to make a career out of it. She moved to Western Pennsylvania in 2006 to attend Oakbridge Academy of Arts in Lower Burrell, PA. Tamra states that “…developing a strong understanding of the fundamentals was, and remains, incredibly important to me. I had to learn and experience the history of photography, in both film and digital technologies, in order to be confident calling myself a professional.” Tamra graduated in 2008 with an (AST) Associate's Degree in Specialized Technology: Photography, and was presented with a number of awards. She decided to stay in the area because it reminds her of South Dakota and she has formed many local connections in the industry. Tamra currently lives in Tarentum, PA and appreciates being able to live in a small town while remaining so close to the city of Pittsburgh. She owns and operates Jutting Arts, concentrating on fine art, portraiture, architectural, commercial, events, the dark room, and anything else you can think of. Tamra have been published several times, and has exhibited in galleries throughout Western PA.

Tiffany Babinsack

Originally from the Philadelphia area, Tiffany began taking photography classes at a very early age. Her first experience in the dark room was developing images from an oatmeal box turned pinhole camera in the 4th grade. While still in high school, she attended college classes at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. Upon graduating, she received a partial scholarship to attend the Art Institute of Philadelphia. Tiffany states that she “…was blessed to attend college during the industry transition from film to digital because it allowed me to have a solid foundation of composition, lighting, exposure and history while still preparing me for success in the digital world.” In 2004, Tiffany moved to the Highland Park area of Pittsburgh, and in 2006 to Tarentum, PA. Along with her husband, Paul, she owns and operates Photographic Memories specializing in senior and wedding photography. In her personal time, she enjoys creating fine art images using everything from pinhole cameras to professional DSLR equipment. She has been published in both books and magazines, has won numerous awards, and has previously exhibited in galleries in both the Philadelphia and Pittsburgh areas.

Dynamic Range – “The F-Stops Here...” runs from June 25, 2011 – August 6, 2011 at Artform Gallery and Tattoo located at 2603 Leechburg Rd in Lower Burrell, PA 15068. The opening reception will take place from 5:00pm - 11:00pm on June 25, 2011, and is open to the public.

Click HERE for directions!

Real Wedding: Ryan & Kaylen

2011-05-30T12:59:00.000-04:00

We had a wonderful time yesterday spending the day with Ryan and Kaylen! They hosted a beautiful outdoor ceremony and reception at the Succop Conservancy in Butler. Succop is an environmental and cultural education center for the community featuring a 50-acre estate with a stately 170-year old mansion. Once the lights went down the party got hot with some amazing lighting.

Here's a sneak peek...

If you would like to be notified when all images are available for viewing, please CLICK HERE to register for Ryan and Kaylen's online gallery!

Best wishes to you both!

We're Preferred!

2011-05-29T10:52:00.000-04:00

Photographic Memories has been added to the preferred vendor list at Bridal Tweet! Bridal Tweet is a free wedding forum and community that allows members to ask questions, share and gather inspiration!

Brides will find stylish wedding ideas, free wedding advice and planning tips, contests, giveaways, and now...US!

Ready to connect with 20,000 other couples? CLICK HERE!

E-Session: John & Kimberly

2011-05-28T17:27:00.000-04:00

John and Kimberly have their wedding date set for a few months away, but we had a great engagement session today! We walked around Oakland and hit some of my favorite spots - Heinz Chapel, the Mellon Institute and the Cathedral of Learning. Here's a sneak peek at some of my favorites...

To view John and Kim's entire gallery, please CLICK HERE.

Real Wedding: Stacy & Joe

2011-05-22T14:04:00.000-04:00

We had a great time yesterday with Stacy and Joe! Their ceremony was at the beautiful Duquesne University Chapel followed by pictures outside on campus and at the South Side steps. Did you know that steps are a BIG attraction in Pittsburgh? Bob Regan calculated that the city of Pittsburgh has 712 public stairways with a total of 44,645 steps - the most public stairways in all of America! Stacy and Joe enjoyed their reception at the Camelot Banquet Hall in Warrendale. The Camelot features an intimate atmosphere and beautiful stained glass windows. Stacy and Joe - Paul and I wish you both all the best in your new life together!

Here's a sneak peek at some of our favorites from their special day...

If you would like to be notified when all images are available for viewing, please CLICK HERE to register for Stacy and Joe's online gallery!

Real Wedding: Erin & Jeremy

2011-05-21T12:24:00.000-04:00

Congratulations and best wishes go out to Erin and Jeremy! Their wedding day started with a beautiful ceremony at St. Ferdinand in Cranberry followed by their reception at Twelve Oaks Mansion where we enjoyed picturesque views and an impromptu gig from Jeremy's band!

Here's a sneak peek at some of our favorites:

If you would like to be notified when all images are available for viewing, please CLICK HERE to register for Erin and Jeremy's online gallery!

Get Mobile!

2011-05-09T17:19:00.000-04:00

Are you LOVING the new photographic memories website? We sure are! So much so, in fact, that we want to allow everyone to view it - whether at home or on the go.

We've created a mobile site!

Our new mobile site contains quick links to our blog and Facebook pages as well as information about us and our services. We've also included an interactive gallery that lets you view full-screen images.

On the go? Point your cell phone to: http://m.whatwillyouremember.net

At home? We're always online at www.whatwillyouremember.net

Enjoy!

Free wedding websites!

2011-05-03T16:48:00.000-04:00

Photographic Memories has just joined up with WedPlan.net! Not only can you view information about us, view sample images, read helpful articles or just get in touch, but you also have the tools to create your own wedding website - for FREE!

Your wedding website can include information such as:

Dates, times, information and locations of your rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, etc.
Information and links to your gift registries.
Stories about how you met, how he proposed, etc.
Names and bios of your wedding party, friends and family.
Tons of pictures!

To view a sample wedding website - Click Here
To set up your own wedding website - Click Here

To view information about Photographic Memories on WedPlan.net - Click Here

We've gone green!

2011-04-22T11:04:00.000-04:00

For those of you who aren't aware, going "green" means to make environmentally conscience decisions. It doesn't have to be a huge movement - little actions can make a big difference! We've always prided ourselves on running an environmentally responsible and community oriented business, but lately we've made some pretty exciting changes that are not only green, but can save you time and money!

We've added an easy way for you to provide us with the necessary forms, payments and information that make your photography a success. You may visit our CLIENT ACCESS area to take advantage of the new online versions of our contract and wedding information form. Rather than printing them out and mailing them in, you may provide a digital signature and transmit them online in seconds!
Don't put a stamp on that payment either - please visit PayPal.com or follow the link on our CLIENT ACCESS page, to send an instant payment. No check, no stamp, no hassle!
Did you know? Photographic Memories uses all digital, energy efficient equipment and computers, rechargeable batteries, low-energy light bulbs and more. We re-use and re-purpose what we can and recycle the rest!
Rather than printing out paper proofs, all of your images may be viewed in your online gallery. Furthermore, we provide you with functions that allow you to choose your favorites, email images to family and friends, order prints and products and post your images on Facebook - right from the comfort of your home in your online gallery!

Do you have an suggestion on additional things we could do? GET IN TOUCH

Happy Earth Day!

Become a Senior Rep - Get Free Stuff!

2011-04-18T14:03:00.000-04:00

Hey Seniors - LIKE FREE STUFF?

How about CASH?

Well, WE LIKE GIVING IT TO YOU!

(AKA: we're looking for our next group of senior reps!)

What you get:

Our 'all around town' session (a $60.00 value) at NO COST! This session includes up to 60 minutes, up to three locations, unlimited poses, unlimited clothing changes and a 90 day online image gallery.
(100) 411 Cards (a $50.00 value) - FREE! These stylish cards showcase an image from your session along with your contact information such as email, cell phone and facebook url. Hand them out to friends, family and classmates so they can keep in touch after graduation! We include our contact information on the back to make it easy for you to refer other seniors and earn CASH!
10% off all orders placed through your online gallery.
10 web-sized images to showcase on facebook, your blog, cell phone, or anywhere else!
CASH! That's right - not print credits, not gift cards - CASH! Here's how it works:

Refer 1-3 people that book a session: Receive $10.00 per person, plus 8 free wallet prints!
Refer 4-5 people that book a session: Receive $15.00 per person over 3, plus 2 free 5x7 prints!
Refer 6-10 people that book a session: Receive $20.00 per person over 5, plus 2 free 8x10 prints!
Refer 11-20 people that book a session: Receive $25 per person over 10, plus 50 free graduation invitations or announcements!
Refer 21 people or more that book a session: Receive $30 per person over 20, plus a free 16x20 wall portrait!

For example, refer 10 people and earn $160.00 CASH, 8 free wallet prints, 2 free 5x7 prints and 2 free 8x10 prints!

Refer 25 people and earn $560.00 CASH, 8 free wallet prints, 2 free 5x7 prints, 2 free 8x10 prints, 50 free graduation invitations or announcements and a free 16x20 wall portrait! WOW!

What you do:

Become a spokes-person for our studio: hand out your 411 cards, show off your great images, tell your friends and family all about us, etc.
You don't have to refer only seniors - feel free to recommend us to your family members too! Every family, child, senior, pet, engagement or wedding session booked earns you cash!
Be a responsible young adult - don't drink, do drugs, or break the law!
Act as a senior rep/spokes-person for only photographic memories.
Book your free senior session for no later than 05/31/2011.

That's it! Have a great shoot - tell some friends - get some cash!

Ready to start? Simply fill out our application form! It includes information about you, your parent/guardian, and a model release. CLICK HERE TO APPLY

It's HERE!

2011-03-22T12:18:00.000-04:00

That's right, the moment we've all been waiting for - our new website has launched! Photographic Memories is expanding to include family, senior and sports portraits on top of our award winning wedding services. In order to celebrate, we're launching with a bang - an entire WEEK of promos and discounts just for you!

Tuesday - Leave a comment about our new website on Facebook (here) and receive a FREE portrait session for yourself, your children, your family or your pet! Offer valid ANYTIME throughout the week. Post a comment Tuesday, and receive an free 5x7 print in addition to your session!

Wednesday - Follow us on Twitter (here) and receive 10% off any portrait package!

Thursday - Fill our our contact form (here) and we'll email you a promo code for 25% off any order from your online gallery!

Friday - Fill our our contact form (here) and we'll email you a promo code for 25% off any sitting fee!

Saturday - Here's a big one...Fill our our contact form (here) and we'll email you a promo code for 15% off any wedding photography package!

Sunday - Engaged couples - Leave a comment on Facebook (here) about where you would like to have your engagement session photographed and receive a FREE 8x10 print!

Monday - Leave a comment about our new website on Facebook (here) and receive a promo code for 25% off a 10x10 hardcover book!

Here's the not-so-fine print...
Discounts and promotion codes may be applied to new bookings only. This means you may not receive a discount on any purchases already completed or in progress. 15% wedding discount applies to new couples only and may not be redeemed for weddings already booked with photographic memories. Print/product discounts may be applied to new purchases from previous sessions and events, but may not be applied to purchases and selections already made. photographic memories reserves the right to change or enforce any rules and regulations not specified here and to cancel these promotions at any time.

Sneak Peek...

2011-03-06T16:19:00.001-05:00

Our new website launches soon, and we are EXCITED! So excited, in fact, that we can't keep it in any longer. Here is a sneak peek at what's to come...

Just a reminder, we will be having an entire week of promotions and discounts, so STAY TUNED!!

Celebrating SWAN day

2011-03-02T21:08:00.000-05:00

SWAN Day/Support Women Artists Now Day is a new international holiday that celebrates women artists. It is an annual event that is celebrated as part of Women's History Month on the last Saturday of March and during the surrounding weeks.

For more information, please visit www.swanday.org.

A portion of the work sold will be donated to WomenArts. WomenArts is a worldwide community of artists and allies that works for empowerment, opportunity, and visibility for women artists. They provide a variety of free online networking, fundraising and advocacy services, and organize Support Women Artists Now Day (SWAN Day), an annual international holiday celebrating women's creativity in all its forms. www.womenarts.org

We are honored to exhibit some of the finest local visual artists in Pittsburgh today. Women of different styles, backgrounds and career levels will be exhibiting including: Terri Perpich, Vanessa German, Lauren Toohey, Steph Scullio, Laura Petrilla, Lauren Musulin, Sam Thorp, Tamra Jutting, Mia Donna Maneer, Tiffany Babinsack, Christiane D, Jen Spisak, Mahala McWilliams, Anne Michelel Lyons, Masha Fikhman, Katie Moran and more...

To learn more about Artform, please visit http://www.artformtattoo.com/

UPCOMING SHOWS:

May: Through the Looking Glass - May 7 through June 18th
June: Tamra Jutting & Tiffany Babinsack - June 25 through Aug 6th
Aug: Lauren Toohey
Sept: Open Call
Oct: Steampunk

Wedding Planning from Google

2011-03-01T17:36:00.000-05:00

On February 10, 2011, Google launched their new site dedicated to helping you plan your wedding. Google’s wedding planner includes tools and template that allow you to create your own wedding website, edit and share photos and create documents to organize your budget, menu and more. They also added a selection of tips and tricks from renowned wedding planner Michelle Rago.

Sounds great, but is it worth the work? We went in as a bride and tested the tools in order to give you the nitty-gritty. Take a look below for our evaluation…

Google Sites:

What Google says: “Google Sites makes it easy to customize and edit your wedding website to fit your event and share the information you want. Tell people your engagement story and wedding details using one of the custom designs. Once you find the style that works best for you, jump in, start creating and share with your fiancé so you can work on it together.”

Our take: I was pleased with the selection of templates that Google offered and the ease of previewing the templates. Once I selected the wedding based template that I liked however, I was redirected to the main Google Sites page where my choice was long gone. I then had to look through the hundreds of different options they offer to try and find the template I already chose – an overwhelming task. I have enough to do, so I ended up settling for something else. I never did find the original template that drew me in…

Editing the site was very easy – Google even offered tips on what information to include and how to write it. The template that I chose was very well organized and allowed me to provide lots of information for wedding guests, family and friends.

Overall score: A-
Pros: Easy to edit site, lots of information and recommendations
Cons: Difficult to get started, Could not find wedding templates as suggested

Picnik:

What Google says: “Turn your photo into a personalized way to share your news. Once you’ve selected one of Picnik’s exclusive designs, just drag and drop your photo into the template. Voilà! An instant engagement announcement, save the date card, or other unique creation. Use Picnik’s simple photo editing tools to make the photo you choose just right.”

Our take: Picnik offered me the same template recommendations as Google Sites did – a nice tool if I had been able to coordinate. The template selection I made did hold as I was redirected to the Picnik site. I was able to create a wide variety of items including save the dates, mugs, prints, books, postcards and more. Orders are fulfilled by a company called QOOP, or I had the option to print them out at home. I was also able to connect with my Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, Flickr, Photobucket or Picasa accounts allowing me to view and work with images on any of those sites.

In addition to creating products, Picnik offers an edit tool that allows you to rotate, crop, and resize. You may also adjust exposure, colors, sharpen and correct for red-eye. I tried out the editing tool as well as some of the pre-made effects and was shocked to see that the quality you put in was not the quality that came out. I uploaded a 12mb file. Once my editing was completed, Picnik would only allow me to save a 1mb file – not even large enough to print a 5x7! I would recommend this feature for snapshots, but never for wedding images.

Overall score: B for snapshots, F for wedding images
Pros: Lots of options, makes photo editing and sharing easy
Cons: Poor file quality once edited

Picasa Web Albums:

What Google says: “Create an online photo album to share your engagement and wedding pictures, or gather photos of floral arrangements, dresses and other inspirations.”

Our take: Picasa’s web album tool is pretty easy and straightforward. I was able to upload and organize different folders of images on my home computer as well as share online galleries with friends and family.

Overall score: A
Pros: Easy to use, Organized multiple folders of images
Cons: Required download of software on my computer

Google Docs:

What Google says: “Keep track of all the details and collaborate with your bridal party and family on invites, schedules, addresses, and more. Edit your wedding documents and spreadsheets from any computer or smartphone. Choose the all-in-one wedding planner or pick and choose exactly which features you need. Look for tips from the pros sprinkled throughout the templates on everything from selecting a cake to choosing a DJ.”

Our take: For me, Google Docs is the bread a butter of what a wedding planning site should be. It provided templates for organizing an address book, guest list, budget, seating chart, menu, music and more. The templates were organized, easy to find, and easy to use.

I was SHOCKED to see the recommended amounts that they pre-filled into the budget spreadsheet and have a hard time believing they collaborated with a wedding planner to get those numbers. For example, $300.00 for attire (bridal gown, tux rental, shoes, accessories, etc.), $400.00 for photography and videography, $150 for stationary and $500.00 for the honeymoon, just to name a few.

The music template had some good tips on choosing a band/DJ as well as some pretty good ideas pre-filled for “must play” songs. The guest list was a simple tool to organize names and addresses, while the address book allowed guests to update their information as well as leave messages for the couple. The seating chart document provided a color coordinated chart that automatically calculated the total number of people as well as the total number at each table. The to-do list was intuitive and useful; however the reception menu document was nothing more than an italicized list.

The wedding planner was an all-in-one document that contained multiple pages allowing you to organize every aspect of your wedding. The budget estimator was a handy tool; also the wedding budget template included in the planner seemed to have much more reasonable figures than the stand alone budget document. The individual pages for vendors provided accurate figures and helpful information. Overall, a great tool, however I would like to see more consistency from all aspects – i.e. the photography document should have the same figures and information as the photography section on the budget document which should have the same information as the budget document included in the planner, etc.

Overall score: B
Pros: Easy to use, Intuitive
Cons: Inconsistent figures and information from document to document

You're engaged! Now what?

2011-02-17T13:51:00.001-05:00

I was perusing the magazine section in Borders today and found myself wandering over to the wedding area. I have news for you ladies and gents – once your wedding has passed, the planning and daydreaming does not stop! I’ve been married to a wonderful man for almost 5 years, and still fantasize about getting married, trying on dresses and choosing china patterns. I’m convinced that I will have a second wedding…perhaps even a third! (To the same man, of course…like I said…wonderful man…terribly in love)

But I digress…

While I was flipping pages and daydreaming I came to a realization. How on earth do people that aren’t engrossed in wedding research 24/7 DO THIS? I can’t imagine the strain it must put on a person to have stacks of magazines and hoards websites telling you to do this and buy that. Where do you start?

Well…at the risk of being another one of those do this buy that fairies whispering in your ear, I would love to offer some advice. So here it is…

You’ve gotten engaged – NOW WHAT?

1. Be Engaged! I can’t tell you how many brides I hear about getting engaged and immediately running out and buying a binder (very important…see step 4) and a stack of magazines. You love each other. This is a HUGE step in your relationship – not to mention your LIFE. Slow down. Don’t skip this phase just because you’re excited to get to the next one.

2. Scream it from the rooftops! I remember getting engaged – he picked a romantic location…got down on one knee…used my full name…all of the details and traditions an engagement should include. Before we made it back to the car I was already on the phone screaming that we’re getting married! Traditionally, the bride’s parents are told first, then the groom’s. Also, you want to tell them in person if at all possible. From that point, feel free to flash that rock and tell everyone you run into the good news. People may get annoyed, but SO WHAT – YOU’RE ENGAGED!

3. Pick a date! Choosing your wedding date is the single most important decision you can make when it comes to planning. It not only determines the feel of your wedding, but also can affect logistics such as cost, travel and availability. For example, a Friday wedding may cost up to 50% less than a Saturday event. If you live in a snow-prone location, a December wedding could lead to delays, cancellations and missing guests. Also, booking a wedding during “peak season” could mean that the best vendors get snatched up before you have a chance at them. Figure out what kind of bride you want to be – a chic fall bride? A classic summer bride? A dramatic winter bride? Start big and work your way down. Choose a season, then a month, week, etc. Also be sure to factor in how long you want to be engaged and how many months you think it will take you to get organized and put together an event.

4. Go shopping! Yes – the moment you’ve been waiting for! Shop til you drop! Make a list and hit the stores. Top on my list? An office supply store and a book store. You’ll want to pick up tons of organizational things such as a 3-ring binder, post-it notes, sticky tabs, pens, highlighters, tape, etc. etc. etc. At the bookstore, I would browse the wedding planning section, perhaps choose one or two books if something jumps out at you, then hit the magazines and buy every different title there is! Magazines are cheap, and offer a boatload of inspiration. You may also want to do a Google search and browse a few top websites, but I’ve found that the plethora of information can be overwhelming and often out of date.

5. Rip it out! Sit down on the floor, spread out your magazines and start flipping pages. Rip out anything that you like. We’re looking for pictures, not content. You should start seeing repeating trends in color, style, etc. in what you’re choosing. This is a great way to begin piecing together the details that make your wedding truly YOU. Once you’ve filled up on eye candy, separate everything into piles – one for flowers, one for décor, dresses, etc. Put these pages in the appropriate section of your well organized 3-ring binder. Then…

6. Walk away. That’s right….just walk away. Put the binder in a safe spot for 5-7 days and head for step #1 – be engaged. Make sure that every minute of every conversation with your beloved does not involve wedding planning. He’ll be annoyed…you’ll get burnt out…bad situation all over. I recommend repeating this step every 1-2 weeks or as needed. Go out to dinner, go snuggle, go for a run, but DO NOT PLAN until…

7. Start planning! Ok…so by this point, you and your future hubby have floated down a bit from cloud 9, you’ve gotten organized, chosen a date, and have a binder full of ideas and inspiration. Time to get down to business. The top 2 planning things you need to accomplish are finding a checklist and making a budget. I’m not going to tell you how to do either of these things – just do a Google search. There are TONS of resources out there, and most of them will do just fine. Your budget sets the tone for things to come, so be honest. Plan a time to sit down and go through things together. Don’t argue or be embarrassed to face what you can and can not afford. Don’t compare yourselves to others or stretch yourselves too thin. Your wedding day will be amazing because it’s your wedding day, not because you spent an extra 20 grand. Although it is traditional that the bride’s parents pay for the wedding, more and more couples have been footing some, if not all, of the bill. If you DO have help, make sure those people are included in the budget planning as well. Beware – money equals power. It’s hard to say no to the bridesmaids dresses in Mom’s favorite color (that you, of course, hate) when she’s paying for them.

8. Start looking for vendors! You are a lady on a mission. By now you know what you want, when you want it, and how much you’re willing to pay for it. All you need to do is find out who is going to give it to you! Again, not going to tell you where to find them – become friends with Google. I WILL tell you that just because a vendor is listed on a bunch of those planning websites does NOT mean they are great. Newsflash – they pay to be there. Money equals power…remember? Don’t be afraid to use those websites as a starting block, but make sure you do your own research as well. One of the best ways to find vendors is ask your recently married friends, family and coworkers for recommendations. They’ve been there! Once you have a list of people & places you’re interested in, make sure they fit your budget and style qualifications. If they pass the test, give them a call! Most vendors are happy to set up a time to meet with you, discuss your plans and answer your questions. If they don’t have time for you, move on.

9. Get out your checkbook! Once you’ve met with and decided on vendors LOCK THEM DOWN! The good ones go fast, and you don’t want to be doing the same work and research over and over again. Make sure you read through the contract and fine print. Most vendors will ask for a deposit to secure services. This can range from a flat fee such as $200-$1500 or more to a percentage of the final cost. Also make sure that your deposit is applied to your final balance and you have a copy of the contract. Not sure how to interview vendors? Again – there is tons of info out there…just do a search.

10. Don’t sweat the small stuff! As cliché as it may sound, it’s a solid piece of advice. Things will happen. Plans will change. At the end of the day, it is important to be thankful for what you have and remember why this all started – because there is a great person out there that wants to spend the rest of their life with you!

Did you notice?

2011-02-10T16:53:00.000-05:00

Did you notice? We have a new look! The blog is just the beginning...coming March 1st, we're launching a NEW website, NEW blog, NEW YouTube channel, NEW promotions, NEW contests and more! Same great photographic memories quality, new photographic memories look!

In honor of our new look and feel, we will have an entire WEEK of promotions.

Stay tuned!

January Newsletter

2011-01-17T12:31:00.001-05:00

50% off sale, tips, trends and More!

View Here: Newsletter

Real Wedding: Kristen & Mike

2010-12-19T13:02:00.000-05:00

Congratulations to Kristen and Mike! They had a beautiful Christmas themed event that felt more like a gathering of old friends than work. What a wonderful couple - perfectly suited for each other in every way. We wish you both all the best. Here's a sneak peek...

Real Wedding: Ryan and Kaylen

2010-12-17T16:15:00.000-05:00

Ryan and Kaylen braved the cold (along with my crazy ideas!) this afternoon for an awesome engagement session. We were able to spend a lot of time together and visit some of my favorite locations. Here's a sneak peek...

Cara & Coty

2010-11-21T15:10:00.000-05:00

An afternoon spent with Cara and Coty (plus Sam and Brooke!) is nothing short of an adventure! They are a laid back AMAZING couple, and their engagement shoot was 100% "them." Take a sneak peek at some favorites...

Kristen & Mike

2010-11-20T15:57:00.000-05:00

Paul and I braved the cold and spent a wonderful afternoon with Kristen and Mike! They were down for ANYTHING, and we were able to get some amazing shots. Take a sneak peek at some of our favorites...

Cya in December!

Ryan and Jenna

2010-10-24T14:25:00.000-04:00

We had a great time welcoming fall with Ryan and Jenna's wedding! The couple celebrated a beautiful ceremony at the First United Presbyterian Church in Tarentum. We took advantage of the colorful fall foliage at Shramm Farms as well as the Greensburg Country Club where the reception was held. Congrats to a beautiful couple. Here's a sneak peak at some of our favorites...

Chelsey & Tony

2010-10-17T11:49:00.000-04:00

Congrats to Chelsey and Tony for a beautiful fall wedding this past weekend. They started with a ceremony at Holy Martyr's Church in Tarentum followed by a lively reception at the Riverside Landing in Oakmont. DJ Underdog did an awesome job of making it feel more like a club than a wedding reception, and Tony's "creation" made for one of the best money dances we've ever seen! In between, we were able to stop by a few spots in Oakmont to take some stunning portraits. Here is a sneak peek of some of our favorites...

All the best,
Tiffany & Paul

Portraits of Love

2010-10-15T17:46:00.000-04:00

We've signed up to do something really special...now through the end of November, we are partnering with PDMA and Soldier's Angels to provide no cost family portraits to deployed soldiers. Currently, we are the ONLY studio in the Pittsburgh area that as volunteered their services, and I would really love to see a huge turnout. If you, or a family you know, as a loved one that risks their lives to better ours, please pass this along.

You may take a look at the program and get more details on their website at: http://www.pmdaportraitsoflove.com/

Christie & Kyle

2010-09-26T12:05:00.001-04:00

What a fantastic Saturday! Christie and Kyle had a beautiful wedding mass at Christ the King Catholic Church followed by some fun portraits at Memorial Park, and their reception at the Magnolia Room! John from Twist & Shout Entertainment did a great job of keeping everyone dancing and having fun. A wonderful couple and a beautiful day - what more could we ask for! Here is a sneak peek...

Paul & Tiffany

2010-09-23T09:34:00.000-04:00

So we're going to do something a little different today...

All of you are used to seeing some of the more recent work that we've done - taking a look at new brides & grooms, wedding ideas, etc. Today is Paul and my wedding anniversary, so I've decided to post a few of favorites from our very special day.

Paul got ready at my parent's house and I dressed at their next door neighbor's house (who is as close to family as it gets.) We had a small ceremony in Saint Mary's Chapel which is part of SS. Philip and James in Chester County, and more importantly is where my grandfather was baptized almost 90 years ago! We followed with a greenhouse reception at the Twin Brook Winery in Lancaster County. Cachelle Ink from Philadelphia (they are now out of Delaware and West Africa) did an amazing job of capturing it all, including some of my favorites below. Enjoy!

This one in particular is one of my all-time favorites from the day. We have a large wall portrait of this hung in our living room...

April and Jonathan

2010-09-19T14:02:00.000-04:00

April and Jon had a beautiful ceremony at First Baptist Church in Ford City, PA followed by a reception in Manor Township. April and Jon were up for anything, and we had a great time taking pictures at The Ford City Clock and Park! Best wishes to you both.

Nate & Tabbatha

2010-08-23T21:15:00.000-04:00

What an amazing Saturday! Nate and Tabbatha had a moving ceremony at the Harvest Community Church in Kittanning, PA followed by a fantastic reception at the Pony Farm Gun and Trap Club. It was great spending the afternoon with Tabbatha - her positive energy and excitement were contagious! The ceremony included some amazing vocals and acoustic guitar by one of the groomsmen. Tabbatha and Nate's portraits look effortless - love is just radiating off these two. We wish all the best to you both. Take a peek at some of our favorites...

Kathy Jo Pollack

2010-08-23T12:33:00.001-04:00

Every once in a while, great people pop into your life - I got to meet one of these great people this week! Kathy is a professional life-coach that was recently asked to write for a new book called Life Choices: Putting the Pieces Together. She needed a portrait to add to her chapter, and we were glad to help! Kathy was a breeze to work with, we got a great image and made a new connection. I can't wait to see how the book turns out! In the meantime, you can check out her website at http://www.kathyjopollack.com/

Christine and Kyle

2010-08-23T12:29:00.000-04:00

After rescheduling for a rain delay, Christine, Kyle and I were determined to have a great shoot Sunday afternoon. When the rain started hitting my windshield, I got nervous but it held out just long enough and created a beautiful sky. We headed up to the Succop Conservancy in Butler for a dose of nature, and had a great time! Take a look at some favorites:

Chelsey and Tony

2010-08-23T12:25:00.000-04:00

I headed up to the overlook at Harrison Hills park on Sunday to photograph Chelsey and Tony and their dog Lola! The rainy day didn't stop us from getting some great shots - take a look:

Jenna & Ryan

2010-08-20T15:11:00.000-04:00

What a great couple! Jenna & Ryan we up for anything (and I sure did test them on that!) We got some amazing shots at Northmoreland Park, and I'm really looking forward to their wedding in October! Take a peek...

Denise & Spenser

2010-07-18T21:14:00.000-04:00

Denise and Spenser had a heart-warming ceremony in Saltsburg, PA this past Saturday. The church was lovely, and we had beautiful weather! Take a look at some of our favorites below - especially the one with their ring-bearer Poker! All the best to you both, Tiffany & Paul.

Katie & Travis

2010-07-10T23:09:00.001-04:00

What a fantastic day - Katie and Travis got married! There are not enough good things to say about these two. They are so totally in love, and have amazing family and friends to back them up. There is no doubt that they will be together forever. They had a beautiful ceremony and reception at the Chadwick in Wexford, and a great portrait session in North Park! Here are some of our favorites... (click on the image to see them larger!)

We wish you both all the best,
Tiffany & Paul

Sale Sale Sale!

2010-07-07T13:36:00.000-04:00

Everyone loves a good sale, and every wall deserves great art! That's why from now until July 31st, 2010 we're offering our large wall portraits and canvas gallery wraps at 60% off! That means you can display your beautiful images large and proud starting at as little as $39.00!
Hurry...sale ends soon!

Check out our website for details! http://www.whatwillyouremember.net/specials.html

Contest Winner Announced!

2010-07-06T18:52:00.000-04:00

Wow! We received a TON of amazing images. It was near impossible to choose just one. The one that stood out for us was photographed by Dianne S. It is one of her favorite pictures of her husband Wade and their girls that she took last year when Wade was being awarded a commendation. Dianne's image was chosen because it tells a story. Additionally, choosing to make this shot black and white adds a photo-journalistic feel that we love! Congrats to you and your beautiful family!

Dianne has won a retouched, matted and framed 8x10 print of this winning image.

Stay tuned for our next contest, and thank you to everyone who entered!

Matt & Kristina

2010-06-28T19:28:00.000-04:00

Matt and Kristina could not have asked for a more beautiful day. A touch of rain in the morning for good luck that lead to a warm and sunny afternoon. Their ceremony was held and the breathtaking Saint Paul's Church in Butler, followed by a reception at the Vagabond Center.

These two also had a really great alternative to a receiving line: instead of having everyone wait outside, they came back in the church and dismissed the pews making for a chaos free way to thank their friends and family for attending!

Here's a sneak peek at their day:

Congrats to these two lovebirds - we wish you all the best!

Kodak's Network of Professional Photographers

2010-06-22T20:18:00.000-04:00

Photographic Memories has just been added to Kodak's Network of Professional Photographers! To celebrate, we're starting a contest! Kodak is known for creating products that allow photographers and non-photographers alike to create beautiful images.

You see our favorite shots every day - we want to see yours!

Send us your favorite picture - it could be a candid from your best friend's wedding, a snapshot of your dog, an artsy picture of flowers in your backyard - anything! We want to be impressed! (No professionals, please)

The winning image will be featured on our blog, and the winning photographer will receive a framed 8x10 print of his/her winning shot (Retouched, Matted and Framed.)
- a $125.00 value!

Here are the rules:

Contest is open to amateur photographers only - no professionals, please.
You may submit as many images as you like, up to 1 per day.
Contest will run until July 5th, 2010 - the winner will be announced on July 6th, 2010.
Please email all entries to info@whatwillyouremember.net with CONTEST in the subject line no later than midnight on July 5th, 2010.

Have fun, good luck, and get shooting!

The fine print: This contest is open to US residents only, 18 years of age and older. No professional photographs, nor any image that violates copyright laws may be submitted. By submitting an image for review, you are allowing Photographic Memories the right to publish on their blog as well as retouch and reprint selected image for prize redemption only. Photographic Memories accepts no liability for any results of this contest. Photographic Memories is not an employee of Kodak, and this contest is in no way affiliated with Kodak.

Alicia, Dave, Stacy and Joe!

2010-06-14T21:41:00.000-04:00

What an amazing weekend filled with 2 fantastic couples! Alicia and Dave hosted a classically beautiful event at the LeMont on Mount Washington Saturday evening. Take a peek at some of our favorite shots:
As if Saturday wasn't great enough, we got to hang out with a wonderful couple Sunday as well! Stacy and Joe are getting married next year, and braved the hot weather down by the riverwalk for a stunning engagement session. These two are so in love and were down for absolutely anything! Here's a sneak peek...

All the best,
Tiffany & Paul

Dena & Rick

2010-06-09T22:14:00.000-04:00

After a great engagement session last year with Dena and Rick, we were really looking forward to this wedding. I can't think of a couple that goes together more perfectly than these two. We wish you both the best of luck in the years to come (not that you'll need it!!)

Here's a sneak peek at some of our favorites:
All the best,

Tiffany & Paul

David & Alicia

2010-06-01T17:57:00.001-04:00

A wonderful couple who couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day - We went for a walk around the Hardwood Acres Mansion and captured some beautiful moments. Paul and I can't wait to join you in a few short weeks for an even more beautiful wedding!

Krystal & Jared

2010-05-17T16:38:00.001-04:00

Remember Krystal and Jared? They had an awesome engagement session downtown at the Mellon Institute (one of my fav. spots!) Now they have an awesome wedding to be proud of as well! Krystal and Jared were married this weekend in a beautiful church, followed by a lively reception at Tanglewood centre in Lyndora, PA. They had great families, great music, and one of the coolest cakes we've ever seen!

Congrats and best wishes to a great couple!

Tiffany & Paul

Lindsay & Rick

2010-05-10T14:43:00.000-04:00

A wonderful couple and a beautiful day...What more could you ask for? Lindsay and Rick hosted a fabulous outdoor ceremony and reception at the Succop Conservancy in Butler, PA. The old farmhouse was something out of a fairytale, and the beautiful earth tones, scalloped programs and personalized menu cards added a refined and elegant touch. This was a truly enjoyable day for everyone involved.

Best Wishes to you both,

Paul & Tiffany

April & Jon

2010-04-27T13:46:00.000-04:00

Birds are chirping, flowers are blooming, and April and Jon are in love! Another fun engagement session this past Friday. See you in September!

Tabbatha, Nate, Denise, Spencer, Poker and Marlee!

2010-04-11T20:13:00.000-04:00

I enjoyed a wonderful Sunday today with two great couples (and two great dogs!) Tabbatha and Nate chose a beautiful location in Kittanning right along the river. The light was wonderful, and we couldn't have asked for better weather.
Denise and Spencer brought their two beautiful pups, Poker and Marlee. (Do you believe the white one is a puppy?!?) They also chose a great spot right along the river in Saltsburg.
Can't wait to see you all in July and August!

Paul & Tif

The Importance of a Photograph

2010-01-25T22:05:00.000-05:00

Today's blog post is not to share something great that we've done or introduce you to a new couple, but simply to share a story. I was contacted about a week ago by a family who just adopted a toddler from China. This family had no baby pictures of their new child other than a strip of 5 poorly exposed and scratched up negatives. They came to me to see about making restorations and a few simple prints, but I was able to provide them with a window into their child's past.

I will follow this post with a link that gives some good tips for archiving your digital negatives, and I implore you all to remember how important photographs are. Even a simple snapshot can become a treasured memory for generations to come.

All the best,
Tiffany

LINK: 10 Ways to Make Your Digital Photos Last Forever

We did it again!

2010-01-19T20:39:00.000-05:00

Pittsburgh, PA – January 19, 2010 - WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company, just announced that Photographic Memories has been selected to receive the 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards™ for Photography!

The annual Bride’s Choice Awards™ recognizes and celebrates excellence in quality and service within the wedding industry, as determined by recent reviews and extensive surveys from over 500,000 newlyweds.

Photographic Memories is among the top five percent of all vendors in the WeddingWire community, which includes over 100,000 wedding professionals across the US and Canada. Awards were given to winners across 19 different service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers.

“We are excited to recognize and honor the success of the top wedding professionals within the WeddingWire Community” said Timothy Chi, WeddingWire’s Chief Executive Officer. “The annual Bride’s Choice Awards™ program has given us the unique opportunity to highlight the best wedding professionals in each region as reviewed by brides and grooms who have utilized their services in the past year.”

We are happy to announce that Photographic Memories is among the very best of the best wedding photographers within the WeddingWire Network, which includes WeddingWire and Martha Stewart Weddings. We would like to thank our past newlyweds for nominating us for the 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards™.

For more information, please visit our website at www.WhatWillYouRemember.net

About WeddingWire, Inc.
WeddingWire is the only online wedding planning resource designed to empower engaged couples. WeddingWire enables couples to search, compare and book over 100,000 reviewed wedding vendors nationwide, from photographers to cakes. In addition, WeddingWire has partnered with Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. (NYSE: MSO) to provide its network of local vendors and online wedding-planning tools in the Weddings section of www.MarthaStewartWeddings.com.

A big thank you to all of our newlywed's who voted for us and left great reviews. It is you who make this possible. Bring on 2010!

-Tiffany & Paul

Giving is Awesome 2010

2010-01-17T20:11:00.001-05:00

Photographers Tiffany and Paul Babinsack of Photographic Memories have joined the ranks of other professionals across the country, pledging $1150.00 in complimentary wedding services to a couple who simply cannot afford them. They are taking part in a worldwide photographic effort, Giving is Awesome, to provide deserving individuals and families with cherished heirlooms. Premiere photographers from around the world donated over $565,000 worth of artwork and services in 2009, and expect that number to double in 2010. We welcome you to nominate a family who is incapable of paying for custom photography for Photographic Memories' prize.

For more information about Photographic Memories, or to nominate a local family, visit their website or their giving is awesome site here. To learn more about Giving is Awesome, or to nominate a family outside the region, visit www.givingisawesome.com

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your lives. You spend days/months/years planning every little detail, but perhaps you've lost your job, lost your house, lost a loved one. Maybe it's not you, but I bet you know someone who could use a hand.

Here are the rules:

* You may nominate yourself or anyone you know, but the person nominated must sincerely be incapable of purchasing my services.

* The nominee must reside in the Pittsbugh area to win a free wedding from Photographic Memories, however there are photographers all over the country pledging to help as well, so there is still hope for those far away. Tell me who you know, what they’re experiencing, and why they deserve my artwork. Please include a way to contact both your nominee and yourself as well.

* You must e-mail me the full story : info@whatwillyouremember.net

The winner will be announced on March 1, 2010 — so get nominating! Last year's Giving is Awesome wedding was a great success, and we can’t wait to do it all over again!

Best Wishes,

Tiffany and Paul B.

Sunsets

2009-12-05T18:13:00.000-05:00

One of my favorite things about shooting weddings in November is the sunset. The sun goes down around 5:30, and you just get that beautiful warm light. Here are a few of my favorites from Amber & David, and Claire & Doug - 2 beautiful couples that ended our wedding season with a bang.

Cya next year!

All the best, Paul and Tiffany

Paul & Joyce

2009-09-20T20:58:00.000-04:00

This has to be one of my favorite images from the entire year. Thank you to Paul and Joyce for making it happen. These two are absolutely incredible and so obviously, wonderfully, in love. Congrats!

Jeffrey & Michele

2009-09-19T20:56:00.000-04:00

Thank you both for a wonderful evening full of friends, family, and true love. All our best.

Jessica & Josh

2009-09-11T20:46:00.000-04:00

A rainy, dreary evening that was made fun with a great couple and a pair of a adorable pups! I had no idea we could get such great shots so close to home. Looking forward to next year on the Clipper!

Dena & Rick

2009-08-30T00:12:00.000-04:00

Dena and Rick...these two just radiate love toward each other. What a wonderful couple that was up for ANYTHING I threw at them! Jump off a 3 foot loading dock? Sure! Stand in the middle of a busy street? Sure! We got some great shots to prove it. Here's a sneak peek...

Ann & Zsolt

2009-08-10T19:13:00.000-04:00

Ann & Zsolt: what a beautiful couple - both in looks and personality. Check out the following video for a sneak peek of what's to come...

All our best,

Tiffany & Paul

Wowsers!

2009-07-07T10:27:00.000-04:00

Wow! What a busy and wonderful June! Here is my favorite image from this month. Thanks to Darcy and Steven (and my new lens!) for making it happen. I can't wait to photograph your wedding in September!

Another big thanks goes out to Krystal and Jared. They were up for doing anything, and we got some great images to prove it! (Although I would have loved to get a shot of her throwing those heels into the Allegheny!) Cya both next year for a great wedding!

Also, I have just added these great guest books to my product line! They make for awesome keepsakes as well a unique display at your reception.

Tweet Tweet!

2009-05-14T21:45:00.000-04:00

We have over 100 followers on Twitter! Are you one of them?? http://twitter.com/PhotoMem.

Giving is Awesome!

2009-05-05T20:37:00.000-04:00

Photographers Tiffany and Paul Babinsack of Photographic Memories have joined the ranks of other professionals across the country, pledging $1800.00 in complimentary wedding services to a couple who simply cannot afford them. They are taking part in a worldwide photographic effort, Giving is Awesome, to provide deserving individuals and families with cherished heirlooms. Premiere photographers from around the world are giving away over $203,000 worth of artwork, and welcome you to nominate a family who is incapable of paying for custom photography for Photographic Memories' prize.

For more information about Photographic Memories, or to nominate a local family, visit their website. To learn more about Giving is Awesome, or to nominate a family outside the region, visit www.givingisawesome.com

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your lives. You spend days/months/years planning every little detail, but perhaps you've lost your job, lost your house, lost a loved one. Maybe it's not you, but I bet you know someone who could use a hand.

Here are the rules:

* You cannot nominate yourself, and the person nominated must sincerely be incapable of purchasing my services.

* You must e-mail me the full story : info@whatwillyouremember.net

The winner will be announced on New Years Eve 2009 — get nominating! I can’t wait to read all of your entries!

Best Wishes,

Tiffany and Paul B.

The digital era...

2009-05-03T17:02:00.000-04:00

My camera is one of the many things in this world that has gone digital. Keeping up with our couples is mucho important, so Photographic Memories is now on Facebook! Check us out at http://tinyurl.com/cf9vvl. You can become a fan, ask questions on our discussion board, and get answers from real couples just like you! Need a quick fix? Don't forget to check us out on Twitter at http://twitter.com/PhotoMem.

Bye for now,
Tiffany & Paul

Welcome Back!

2009-04-16T18:50:00.000-04:00

Hi!

It is the beginning of Wedding Season! Paul and I are really excited to get shooting. For those who haven't noticed, Photographic Memories has a new look and feel with a more modern website. We'll also be updating the blog more, so be sure to check back often, and in between blog posts you can now find us on Twitter.

Talk to you soon,
Paul & Tiffany

This Just In! Photographic Memories wins 2009 Bride's Choice Award!

2009-02-03T19:57:00.000-05:00

WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company, just announced that Photographic Memories has won the 2009 Bride’s Choice Awards™!

In its inaugural year, the Bride’s Choice Awards recognizes and honors vendors from the WeddingWire Network that demonstrate excellent quality of service, responsiveness, professionalism, value of cost and flexibility. This year’s recipients represent the top three percent of WeddingWire’s vendor community, which includes over 100,000 wedding vendors from across the US. That means that Photographic Memories is one of the very best wedding photographers available in western Pennsylvania.

Unlike other awards in which winners are selected by the company, the Bride’s Choice Awards are determined exclusively by recent newlyweds through surveys and reviews.

“We are excited to launch this annual award program to honor high-performing vendors based solely on the experiences of our WeddingWire community,” according to Timothy Chi, WeddingWire’s Chief Executive Officer. “This year’s recipients have set the bar high, exhibiting excellent service and expertise in the wedding industry.”

Paul and I would like to sincerely thank our past clients for speaking on our behalf and helping us win the 2009 Bride’s Choice Award. We're looking forward to a great wedding season!

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2009-02-01T19:31:00.000-05:00

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Welcome to our blog! Photographic Memories is a full-service wedding photography operation. We provide 2 photographers for every event, a variety of retouching techniques and beautiful albums with custom graphic designs. Most importantly, we provide the know-how, skill and experience you need. You've been planning for days, weeks, months, years...let us help you remember it forever.

Stop back often to learn about special promotions, see what we've been up to, and get to know our most recent newlyweds!

Best Wishes,
Tiffany & Paul Babinsack