Pittsburgh Wedding Photographer
Walk the Aisle, Your Way.
For couples who want to get married without putting on a show, aren’t afraid to go against the grain, and wouldn’t dream of leaving their pup behind.
For couples who want to get married without putting on a show, aren’t afraid to go against the grain, and wouldn’t dream of leaving their pup behind.
Walk the Aisle, Your Way.
Pittsburgh Wedding Photographer
Tradition doesn't mean losing yourself
in the process
You’re getting married. That doesn’t mean you have to do it the way everyone else does. You don't want a perfectly packaged Pittsburgh wedding. You want a day that actually feels like the two of you.
I'm here to tell you that you can keep the parts of a traditional wedding that mean something to you and skip the rest. There’s no rule saying your wedding has to follow a certain order, look a certain way, or include things you don’t care about.
The hard part is figuring out how to make all those choices work together while still making the day feel like you.
That’s where I come in.
As your Pittsburgh wedding photographer, I’m here to help you make the most of the moments that matter to you. You shouldn’t have to spend your wedding day worrying about whether you’re doing things the “right” way. You should be able to look around and think, “Yep. This is exactly how we wanted it.”
You’re getting married. That doesn’t mean you have to do it the way everyone else does. You don't want a perfectly packaged Pittsburgh wedding. You want a day that actually feels like the two of you.
I'm here to tell you that you can keep the parts of a traditional wedding that mean something to you and skip the rest. There’s no rule saying your wedding has to follow a certain order, look a certain way, or include things you don’t care about.
The hard part is figuring out how to make all those choices work together while still making the day feel like you.
That’s where I come in.
As your Pittsburgh wedding photographer, I’m here to help you make the most of the moments that matter to you. You shouldn’t have to spend your wedding day worrying about whether you’re doing things the “right” way. You should be able to look around and think, “Yep. This is exactly how we wanted it.”
Abby + Zane
"Mandie has been an absolute joy to work with—so talented, professional, and truly dedicated to bringing our vision to life."
“She did a phenomenal job and is the ultimate hype girl! She made two quiet introverts look and feel fantastic! I am a tough critic of pictures of myself, but am obsessed with our photos!
-Julia + jeremy
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Mandie has a fantastic eye and has the best positive personality to create a fun experience!“
There’s a difference between wanting to get married and wanting to spend a year planning a wedding that checks every box on someone else’s list.
So you might be wondering:
-What needs to be part of your Pittsburgh wedding.
-What you can skip without feeling guilty.
-How to keep the day moving without rushing through it.
-How to actually enjoy time with your people.
-How to make space for the moments that matter.
-How to get your dog involved
-How to make the whole thing feel like you.
You want a wedding, not a production.
-Getting ready together in your first home.
-Private vows with no one else around.
-Creating your own whiskey instead of a unity candle.
-Your grandma as the flower girl.
-Your dog as the best dog or dog of honor.
-Wearing a different colored wedding dress because white isn't your thing
-Skipping the favors and donating to a local animal shelter instead.
-You have donuts instead of cake.
You’re ready for something that actually feels like you
You’re ready for something that actually feels like you
states I've visited
states I've visited
20
Couples I've worked with
Couples I've worked with
125
National Parks Visited (So Far)
National Parks Visited (So Far)
11
Miles I've Hiked
Miles I've Hiked
1,255.3
That means:
-Building a timeline that works within the pieces you can’t control while still giving you room to enjoy the day.
-Creating engagement sessions around the things you actually love doing together.
-Knowing when to step in and when to let the moment unfold.
-Making sure you’re never left wondering what to do with your hands or where to go next.
-Helping you include your dog in your engagement session and wedding day in a way that actually works.
-Making sure your photography fits into the day instead of taking over the day.
-Capturing the moments you planned for and the ones you never saw coming.
That means:
-Building a timeline that works within the pieces you can’t control while still giving you room to enjoy the day.
-Creating engagement sessions around the things you actually love doing together.
-Knowing when to step in and when to let the moment unfold.
-Making sure you’re never left wondering what to do with your hands or where to go next.
-Helping you include your dog in your engagement session and wedding day in a way that actually works.
-Making sure your photography fits into the day instead of taking over the day.
-Capturing the moments you planned for and the ones you never saw coming.
You stay present. I'll handle the rest
You stay present. I'll handle the rest
23
State Parks visited
13
Dog-Friendly Vacations
Dog-Friendly Vacations
Your wedding day should feel like an extension of your relationship and the things you genuinely love doing together.
That’s why I take the time to really get to know you. Not just what you have planned, but what makes you two you, what you enjoy doing together, and what you want to remember about this day years from now.
Your wedding day should feel like an extension of your relationship and the things you genuinely love doing together.
That’s why I take the time to really get to know you. Not just what you have planned, but what makes you two you, what you enjoy doing together, and what you want to remember about this day years from now.
I've lived in Pittsburgh my whole life and after years of photographing weddings here, I’ve seen just about every way a wedding day can come together. I’ve also been on the other side of it, planning my own wedding and realizing how easy it is to start doing things simply because you think you’re supposed to.
That’s a big part of why I care so much about how your wedding feels, not just how it looks. I want you make room for the things that matter to you and skip the things you couldn’t care less about. And yes, I want to meet your dog.
I've lived in Pittsburgh my whole life and after years of photographing weddings here, I’ve seen just about every way a wedding day can come together. I’ve also been on the other side of it, planning my own wedding and realizing how easy it is to start doing things simply because you think you’re supposed to.
That’s a big part of why I care so much about how your wedding feels, not just how it looks. I want you make room for the things that matter to you and skip the things you couldn’t care less about. And yes, I want to meet your dog.
After photographing over 100 weddings, I learned pretty quickly that a lot of wedding days stop feeling like the people actually getting married. Somewhere between expectations, opinions, timelines, traditions, and trying to keep everyone else happy, the experience itself starts getting lost in all the noise.
Somewhere along the way, I think we lost the plot. We forgot the whole reason we’re here in the first place: you two.
After photographing over 100 weddings, I learned pretty quickly that a lot of wedding days stop feeling like the people actually getting married. Somewhere between expectations, opinions, timelines, traditions, and trying to keep everyone else happy, the experience itself starts getting lost in all the noise.
Somewhere along the way, I think we lost the plot. We forgot the whole reason we’re here in the first place: you two.
mandie
mandie
Hey babes! I'm
Hey babes, I'm
We originally booked Mandie for engagement photos before we knew a wedding date and fell in LOVE with her skills in photography!! So much so, I immediately booked her as soon as we knew our wedding date and venue. Mandie is also a huge animal lover which was amazing because we wanted our dog, Duke, to be apart of our wedding journey. Mandie has such an amazing personality and makes taking photos such a fun and natural experience. She is truly on board for any fun ideas or photo ops that are on your mind for your photos! I truly highly recommend booking with Mandie!!
"We originally booked Mandie for engagement photos before we knew a wedding date and fell in LOVE with her skills in photography!! So much so, I immediately booked her as soon as we knew our wedding date and venue. Mandie is also a huge animal lover which was amazing because we wanted our dog, Duke, to be apart of our wedding journey. Mandie has such an amazing personality and makes taking photos such a fun and natural experience. She is truly on board for any fun ideas or photo ops that are on your mind for your photos! I truly highly recommend booking with Mandie!!"
"Not to pick favorites, but Mandie was one of our favorite vendors for our wedding!!"
"Not to pick favorites, but Mandie was one of our favorite vendors for our wedding!!"
Ana + Trey
Ana + Trey
Pittsburgh Wedding Resources
If you need help brainstorming ideas, answering questions, or plain just need reassurance, I’m here to help you feel confident, calm, and like “yeah… we’ve got this.”
If you need help brainstorming ideas, answering questions, or plain just need reassurance, I’m here to help you feel confident, calm, and like “yeah… we’ve got this.”
A steady presence throughout the process
05.
Things like parking and moving between locations take up time. I help you think through it all so it doesn’t take up space in your head on the actual day.
Things like parking and moving between locations take up time. I help you think through it all so it doesn’t take up space in your head on the actual day.
Support with the behind-the-scenes logistics
04.
From skyline views to quieter spots that feel more tucked away, I’ll help you land on places that feel like you and photograph beautifully.
From skyline views to quieter spots that feel more tucked away, I’ll help you land on places that feel like you and photograph beautifully.
Location guidance from someone who knows the city
03.
When you want them, I’ll share Pittsburgh vendors I’ve worked with and genuinely love, so you’re not starting from scratch or guessing.
When you want them, I’ll share Pittsburgh vendors I’ve worked with and genuinely love, so you’re not starting from scratch or guessing.
Local recommendations you can trust
02.
Whether it’s a micro-wedding or a wedding that skips tradition, I help you build a timeline that feels natural, unrushed, and true to how you want the day to unfold.
Whether it’s a micro-wedding or a wedding that skips tradition, I help you build a timeline that feels natural, unrushed, and true to how you want the day to unfold.
Timeline guidance that actually fits your day
01.
I'm not just showing up with a camera.
I'm co-creating an experience that's rooted in what actually matters.
What that looks like for you:
I'm not just showing up with a camera.
I'm co-creating an experience that's rooted in what actually matters.
What that looks like for you:
I'm not just documenting your day
I'm helping shape it
I'm not just documenting your day
I'm helping shape it
>>Client portal access — all your photos, guides, and info in one easy place.
>>Sneak peeks in 48 hours. Get a glimpse of your day fast.
>>Location guides for engagement sessions & wedding spots — I know the city and surrounding areas like the back of my hand.
>>Wedding guides — tips, local recommendations, and insider knowledge to make planning easier.
>>Local vendor recommendations — connects you with the best Pittsburgh pros I know and trust.
>>Chill, stress-free timeline guidance — so your day flows naturally and feels calm.
>>Full online gallery delivered in 8 weeks. High-res photos ready to download and share.
>>Real smiles + lasting memories. And a photographer who’s basically your (and your dog’s) new BFF.
Everything you’ll experience—
no matter the package
Jenn + Mike
"From the first time we messaged Mandie, we felt like we were in good hands. "
For the couples who...
want all the highlights and heartfelt moments captured
While the day is still tailored to your vision, this 6-hour package is best suited for the highlights of the day, from getting ready to your first kiss and dance. It’s perfect for couples who want the essentials beautifully documented while keeping the rest of the day just for themselves.
Investment: $3100
The Highlights
For the couples who...
want to soak in every moment—relaxed, intentional, and totally them.
Whether you’re eloping at a Pittsburgh overlook or having a wedding that’s your vibe, this package catches all the moments, big and small, and still gives you space to breathe and enjoy the day.
8 hour coverage
Choose 1: Engagement session
OR
10x10 wedding album
The Love Story
For couples who...
want to do it all without rushing a single moment.
Whether you're planning a Pittsburgh elopement that spans sunrise to sunset or you’re going all-in on a wedding day that reflects your values and keeps the energy flowing from first look to final dance-this is the one for you. Want getting ready portraits and a dreamy end to the night—whether that’s a sparkler exit or stargazing somewhere quiet. We can make it happen.
10 hour coverage
Includes: Engagement session AND 10x10 wedding album
The Whole Vibe
6 hour
Choose 1: Engagement session
OR
8x8 wedding album
Most Popular
Investment: $4700
Investment: $3900
I've been a wedding photographer for 7 years! I've photographed over 100 stunning weddings.
Absolutely yes! I can help guide you on the best times for your ceremony based on sunrise or sunset, suggest what to include for your detail photos, and make family photos flow smoothly by helping you communicate the plan to your loved ones. All the little photo-focused guidance to make your day feel effortless and fun, I’ve got you.
Totally up to you. A first look is a sweet, private moment—uninterrupted hugs, happy tears, and that “oh wow, this is really happening” energy—plus extra time for portraits and a relaxed timeline.
Or, if you love the classic aisle reveal, that’s big, emotional, and full of anticipation too.
No right or wrong—I'll help you figure out what feels natural for your personalities and your day.
Ready to plan your Pittsburgh wedding your way?
Click here and tell me all about the two of you and what you're dreaming up. The more details, the better!
Click here and tell me all about the two of you and what you're dreaming up. The more details, the better!
We’ll jump on Zoom or FaceTime — just a relaxed convo to talk through ideas and get to know each other better.
We’ll jump on Zoom or FaceTime — just a relaxed convo to talk through ideas and get to know each other better.
Once we’ve talked and you’re ready to move forward, a signed contract + retainer officially gets you on my calendar!
Once we’ve talked and you’re ready to move forward, a signed contract + retainer officially gets you on my calendar!
From favorite local spots to seamless timelines, we’ll create a day that feels laid-back, meaningful, and just like you dreamed.
From favorite local spots to seamless timelines, we’ll create a day that feels laid-back, meaningful, and just like you dreamed.
Click on the link + fill out the contact form
Let’s talk about your day
Make it official
Pittsburgh Plans, Made Real
Julia + Jeremy
"Mandie has a fantastic eye and has the best positive personality to create a fun experience!“
I can't wait to hear from you! If you don't hear from me within 48 hours, email me at alpineandarches@gmail.com
xo,
mandie
I can't wait to hear from you! If you don't hear from me within 48 hours, email me at alpineandarches@gmail.com
xo,
mandie
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Tell me all the good stuff! What kind of experience are you dreaming of for your wedding day? I'm all ears!
Tell me all the good stuff! What kind of experience are you dreaming of for your wedding day? I'm all ears!
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(elopement, intimate wedding, engagement)
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You’re not just planning a day — you’re creating an experience that’s totally you. Excited? Me too.
Fill out the form below and let’s make it happen.
You’re not just planning a day — you’re creating an experience that’s totally you. Excited? Me too.
Fill out the form below and let’s make it happen.
Time to turn "what if"
into "hell yeah!"
Time to turn "what if" into "hell yeah!"
