Nikki & Phil | A Pittsburgh Engagement Session

Written By Kathryn Hyslop

Nikki & Phil | A Pittsburgh Engagement Session

When it came time for Nikki & Phil's engagement shoot, we had to call and reschedule due to rain and thunderstorms.  The next go around, it looked like rain again!  This time we decided to chance it, and met in Market Square downtown. Of course it poured on us, but we made the most of it, and captured some amazing shots.  By the time we headed to Mt. Washington, the sun had come out. 

It was a very Pittsburgh engagement.  We went to Market Square, Strawberry Way, on the Incline, and up on Mt. Washington.  I can't wait for their wedding, which will be at Heinz Field!  

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