Monthly Archives: September 2011

Ashley & Jim are one of the greatest couples! They are so in love and I just love their calm nature! The wedding was awesome, perfect weather, and gorgeous family, bridal party, guests, flowers & details! I was so honored to photograph it I always have a soft spot for couples that have done engagement photos with me, because I feel like I’ve been waiting with them for the big day! This one was no exception. Here’s some of my favorites, and more on flickr! Enjoy!!

I’ve had the honor of photographing two beautiful couples that are expecting their first child soon! We both had a blast. Here are a few favorites from each session!

I was so excited to do Hannah’s senior pictures. I got to head out to North East to shoot these pictures, and it is truly such a gorgeous little place. I love it there! We started out on the main strip and a cool, colorful alley way. It was a perfect night ( a little cold ) but stunningly gorgeous light and skies… and I had the honor of going to a beautiful property full of ponds, grape vines, old apple trees, grass, sunlight… it was amazing. Hannah was a total sport and we had a great time!! Here’s some of my favorites.. I had a really hard time narrowing these down because this girl is soooo cute!!! Check out a few more at flickr.com too!

For more information on senior portrait photography, contact me at 814-450-9650 or drop me a line at rachel@puremotif.com!

Nicole & Johnny have been together for over 8 years!! They finally made it official with a ceremony and reception at the Masonic Temple in Erie, PA, even including John’s son Ian into the ceremony. It was so precious! He had vows that joined him into this new family. I love seeing families being created at weddings! This wedding was beautiful with gorgeous flowers  by Potraz, dresses, and a fun and loving bridal party.

Johnny & Nicole had a “first look” which was very special and cute. John was totally enamored by his beautiful bride!

These colors mixed with the water, sky & sand just made my day

These guys were so crazy about each other We had a hard time getting the laughter to calm down!  But my sister Amy caught this awesome shot of the guys being themselves

I had to post some more from this session as I’ve been pouring my heart and soul into them and love them so much Here’s a few more for you all!

I love… this one…..

Also check out this new mural on a medical building on 8th street… perfect much? Even though it was pitch black when we were done we had to stop!

I’ve had so many requests for family pictures for the fall, that I’m running out of days! So I’ve decided to hold some awesome family sessions at a special discount! Normally portraits are $125 for a basic session – in this package you’ll get a 30 minute session with me for only $50!! You’ll even get one digital file of your favorite picture! Then after we’ll have some amazing print packages to choose from as well as beautiful canvases and large prints to create a beautiful piece of art for your family home’s wall. Please contact me for more details @ rachel@puremotif.com or 814-450-9650.

My beautiful daughter is 1.5 years old! I am so blessed by her. She doesn’t get as many pictures as she should!!! So I dragged her and my hubby and camera out to the park and snapped some pictures of my own beauty. Here’s just a few favorites.

I love you so much my darling Chloe!!!

Hey everyone! Sorry, I’ve been a little quiet for a week or two. But tonight I had an adorable photo shoot that I cna’t wait to share.

I actually went to high school with Breanna & Gary – I had classes with them and gave speeches at graduation with Gary as we both graduated Valedictorians! I still remember goofing off in my Economics class with Breanna These two are TRUE high school sweethearts. They’ve been together for as long as I can remember – and they are still in love and now have this beautiful little son, Carter! He just turned one and we went out to Shades Beach in Harborcreek to get some cute pictures. It was an overcast day with AMAZING clouds… sooo awesome!

For more information about children & family photography, please don’t hesitate to email me or give me a call at 814-450-9650!