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Behind the Lens: Crafting Authentic Wedding Stories with Pat Brogan

Every wedding is filled with moments—big and small—that shape the story of the day. Some are planned, some unfold naturally, and all of them deserve to be captured in a way that feels real. To get a closer look at how we approach wedding storytelling, we sat down with Pat

Pop-Up Weddings: Love in the Time of Trespassing

Pop-up weddings are shaking up the traditional nuptial scene, blending the surprise of a flash mob with the romance of a wedding. Imagine saying ‘I do’ amidst the everyday bustle of a coffee shop or between the shelves of a craft store. These weddings defy the norm, often foregoing formal

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Photographer Spotlight: Chloe

Chloe always finds something a little extra special in a session. Whether it’s silliness bursting out of a child in a moment of play with their parents, or the tenderness of a hug from grandma on a wedding day, Chloe always sees and captures it with a perspective that brings

How can I design an album?

I’ve always said that designing albums is my favorite part of my job. It lets me be a small part of someone’s story, creating something that they and future generations in their family will look at for years to come. I can’t help being a sentimental person! Even though having

Trend Alert! Unique Suits

When it comes to wedding-day style, much of the emphasis is put on gowns. Endless styles (a-line, mermaid, ballgown, etc.), endless fabrics (lace, chiffon, silk, taffeta, brocade, satin, organza…), and endless media dedicated to finding just the right dress, but almost no one talks about wedding day style for suit-wearers.

Lindsay & Brian Married at German Society of PA

[column] JPG loves a good vintage wedding, but this couple definitely took the theme to the next level. Held at the German Society of Pennsylvania on Spring Garden Street in Philly, Lindsay and Brian’s wedding was complete with a two-story library, 50’s style dresses, and a vintage car! The bridal

13 Engagement Photos That Will Make You Wish You Were Engaged

[half] If you’re anything like me, you come across the occasional Buzzfeed list you just can’t keep yourself from clicking. Maybe it’s “25 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do With Instant Pudding” or “13 Dogs Who Look Like Freddie Mercury.” Or maybe, if you work at a wedding photography

Mimi and Joe Married at The Mill at Fine Creek in VA

[column] One of my favorite parts of being a wedding photographer is seeing love and life come full circle. A few weeks ago I shot the wedding of a close friend of mine from college at George Washington University. Mimi and I were close friends as undergraduates, and she attended

Alysenn and Jason at Four Seasons in Philly

[column] For many of our weddings at JPG, we think about what time the sun will set and plan our photos accordingly. Some of our favorite shots are at night with ambient light from lamposts or a bit of creative off-camera flash on our part. But it’s rare that we

Pre-Ceremony “First Look” for the Bride and Groom

One of the things I love about working in the wedding industry is seeing all of the options that are out there for couples to make the day their own. Unfortunately, I planned my wedding before I started working here! I’m always seeing things that I wish I knew about

Anne & Matt’s Morning Wedding at Tenth Presbyterian

[column] At many JPG weddings, the sun goes down and the party begins. But who says every wedding has to fit the mold? Anne and Matt had a gorgeous morning ceremony and reception brunch at Tenth Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia. The couple included a Chinese tea ceremony in their service.

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