Jess and I were still dating but we were sure already we were going to marry each other, we were dancing together at a friend’s wedding, and in the middle of one of those conversations where everything around you disappears and all there is left is you and the bright future in front of you.
We didn’t even realize that we were being photographed.
As soon as we saw the picture we just knew we needed to have it. I’ve never felt that way about a photograph and came to realize that it wasn’t the photograph but what it represented.
Now we have this image on our wall, right at the entrance of our home. I feel lucky that I get to see this image every day. As soon as I walk inside. It reminds me of what’s important, why I’m here, and to make sure that when life happens (a bad day at work, horrible traffic, kids crying for no reason, appliances breaking on payday, etc.) that I remember what’s truly important, what was said at that moment. The beginning of our lives together as a future family.
I know my children will treasure this picture.
We now have a the record of a moment that has much more value than the mere paper on which it was printed. I’ve decided that this was a gift too important for couples not to have.
This is why through my photographic career I’ve strived to make this moment happen for other couples, and I believe that I’m now giving this to other couples.
Hope you can have such a gift too!
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Kate + Morgan // Wedding – Mendenhall PA
Posted by miguel on Jan 10, 2012 in Blog, Wedding | 0 comments
Ceremony: Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, West Grove PA
Reception: Mendenhall Inn, Mendenhall PA
One thing I always strive for is capturing those moments where the bride and groom just have that “look” at each other, the one that without words shows how exited, nervous and in love they are. Kate + Morgan’s wedding was full of those moments!
Shot this one with my friend Jason.
Enjoy!
First Dance:
Here Morgan’s dad is telling him that the wedding was postponed (of course he was kidding).
Can you feel how Kate felt? Take a close look at her hand.
The proud new couple!
One awesome speech!
Party!
Thank you Kate + Morgan!
Miguel
Jen + Mike // Wedding in West Chester PA
Posted by miguel on Dec 27, 2011 in Blog, Wedding | 2 comments
Ceremony: Saints Simon and Jude Catholic Church, West Chester PA.
Reception: Concord Country Club, West Chester PA.
Together Jen + Mike had one great and fun wedding (there were brides falling, mud, cars going the wrong way and even a request for me to hit the dance floor… and of course I did).
Shot this one with my friend Jason.
This little guy stole the day!
The awesome wedding party…
Jen’s brother and wife…
First dance…
Father-Daughter dance….
Groom-Mother dance..
Party!!!
Thank you Jen + Mike!!
Miguel
Rachel + Tom // Wedding in Phoenixville PA
Posted by miguel on Dec 22, 2011 in Blog, Wedding | 3 comments
Ceremony: Blessed Teresa of Calcutta
Reception: RiverCrest Golf Club
What a great wedding this one was!!!!
I have waited for this since their engagement shoot. It is always great to hang out with cool couples and Rachel + Tom did not disappoint!
Also, thanks to my friend Rob for helping out!
Congratulations and enjoy!
Thank you Rachel + Tom!
Vanessa + Roger // Engagement in Downingtown PA
Posted by miguel on Dec 1, 2011 in Blog, Engagement | 1 comment
I really have no words to describe this engagement session… Roger and Vanessa are just an amazing couple.
I’ve known Roger for almost as long as I remember. He is my brother from another mother and the godfather of my two sons. He is family.
Vanessa is one of those persons that are beautiful inside and out! Loving, fun, smart and funny. Roger is indeed a lucky guy!
We had a blast during the session, I hope you enjoy it too…
Thanks
Miguel
The Hanna Family Portrait // East Goshen PA
Posted by miguel on Nov 28, 2011 in Blog, Children, Family, Portraits | 8 comments
The Hannah’s are one of those families that are a pleasure to be around. Especially on a cold and windy day, not that we know anything about that!
It is pretty easy to tell how much they love their 2 boys… and each other.
Hope you enjoy these pictures as much as I did taking them. I know these pictures will have a special meaning… especially for a new member of the family
Thanks!
Miguel
The One – {Jessica + Andrew}
Posted by miguel on Nov 11, 2011 in The One, Wedding | 0 comments
Check out Jessica and Andrew’s wedding here!
The One – {Rachel + Thomas}
Posted by miguel on Nov 9, 2011 in Engagement, The One | 0 comments
Check out Rachel + Tom engagement session here!
The One – {Emily + John}
Posted by miguel on Nov 7, 2011 in Portraits, The One | 0 comments
Check out Emily + John session here!
Rachel + Tom // Engagement at Valley Forge, PA
Posted by miguel on Nov 4, 2011 in Engagement, Portraits | 0 comments
So I met Rachel and Tom at Valley Forge for their engagement session. It was our second try. The first time we had to cancel due to weather (rain). This time not even the rain was going to stop us, I had some tricks under my sleeve!
We had a great time (and Tom got to make fun of me while dealing with the wind and a 60″ umbrella that got renamed the “sail”). At the end we used the weather to our favor and made it into a great backdrop to show how how much they care for each other.
Enjoy!
Thank you Rachel + Tom for being such good troopers!
Miguel
Jessica + Andrew // Wedding in Ambler PA
Posted by miguel on Oct 24, 2011 in Blog, Wedding | 1 comment
You know Jessica + Andrew from their engagement session (yes, that’s why they look familiar). One thing is certain, you can tell easily that they are a fun couple to hang out with. Another thing that I came to realize as we got to know each other is how important family and friends are for both of them.
Everything was just great and fun, the getting ready, the ceremony, the breaking of the glass to be used for the toast (by me… oops), the breaking of the water of Andrew’s sister in law in the middle of the reception (congrats Susan, Steve and little Natalie), the party (it was not a reception… it was a party!). To top it all I had the good fortune of shooting with Robert (one awesome photographer, thanks Rob!).
Well done you guys!
Jess has such natural class
Even the priest could not contain his happiness for these two!


These next two are inspired by Sam Hassas

Andrew’s parents have a picture taken at this same spot… hope I did it justice.



Happy!
Even happier!

First dance! (did I say happy?)

Daughter/Father dance

It was amazing to witness this moment between the Pileggi siblings. I won’t go into details since it was such a personal moment. All I can say is that I had to shed a tear myself when I saw this.

Jessica has very good aim indeed!



Jessica’s dad and his friends brought their classic cars to drive the wedding party to the reception…. very nice rides!
I know I mentioned already… but this was a P.A.R.T.Y.!



Congratulations Jessica + Andrew… thank you for letting me be a witness to a great moment in your lives!
Miguel