MEET AJ
HI, I’M AJ (she/her)
Camera in hand, coffee always nearby, Virgo-level attention to detail.At the heart of my work is a deep respect for truth and beauty.
The unscripted, in-between moments that often say the most. Photography, to me, is a quiet form of storytelling. It’s not about perfection, but presence.
I’m drawn to the way light falls, how hands reach, and how a glance can hold a thousand words. My vision is rooted in documenting connection as it naturally unfolds—honest, emotive, and unforced.
This isn’t about trends or posing for the sake of it—it’s about creating images that feel alive, layered, and lasting.
More than just a wedding photographer
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I have two kids 7 & 10. I spend my time with them enjoying random and current brain rot terms ( sixxxx seeeven, anyone?) We love movie nights with popcorn, ice skating and getting outside. We have one 13lb cat named Fatcat who is our purrfect and bestest friend.
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Born in Romania, adopted in Canada when I was 3 and now in the US. One day I would love to go back to my home country and actually experience it. I’m such a random mix of Italian, slavic and Eastern European with a Canadian accent.
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(Aside from my job) I am lowkey the most unserious person you’ll meet. I’ve always got a random bad dad joke to tell you. Catch me on the couch watching true crime, researching the most random things, or finding the best sushi place in town (go to the Slippery Mermaid and thank me later) I am always up to eat food, having existential conversations till 2am, or trying something new, you’ll find me up for any adventure.
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Seriously, just call them. I’m probably there. I’m sort of obsessed with getting 150g protein a day, leg days and transforming into Eddie Hall, (just kidding)
Fatcat, Lucifurr, Kittybaby… MEET THE MANAGERprofessionally lazy
chair warmer extraordinaire
couch lump specialist
emotional support chaos agent
Has the prettiest toe bean fluff
Will sleep all day, and terrorize all night
human alarm clock (for breakfast only
soft but disrespectful
WEDDINGS ARE MY LOVE LANGUAGE
I believe wedding photography should feel alive, capturing imagery that brings you back to how it felt, not just how it looked. My work is rooted in emotion, movement, and the quiet, unscripted moments that often say the most.
After moving from Canada to Pittsburgh, I fell in love with the contrast here — the grit and grace of the city, the way stories unfold against brick, steel, and soft golden light. That experience taught me that every place has its own pulse, and every couple carries their own rhythm within it. My approach is to listen for that rhythm and translate it through the lens, creating images that feel intimate and timeless.
Over the years, I’ve learned that the best photographs are not staged. They are felt. They come from trust, presence, and a quiet understanding between photographer and couple. With an editorial eye and calm, steady energy, I move through each wedding day with intention, guiding when needed and stepping back when honesty calls for it. The result is a visual narrative that honors your love story in its truest form.
My work is for couples who value emotion over perfection, who want to remember the laughter, the stillness, and the imperfect beauty that makes their day uniquely theirs.
If you are drawn to photographs that hold both beauty and truth, I would be honored to tell your story here in Pittsburgh or wherever your love takes you.
KIND WORDSI hired Andrea for my wedding, and it included engagement pictures. She got photos in our home and fulfilled my vision 100%; they truly were the most amazing engagement photos and more than I could have ever imagined. I am so very thankful to have these photos. Andrea was easy to contact and very responsive, with super-quick email replies. She is professional, and I enjoyed working with her. We have really great photos that we will cherish forever, and she also has a beautiful photo style!
BARB
Hiring Andrea as our photographer was a wonderful decision. When planning our wedding, she was one of the first people we chose to work with. Now that we have received our photos, I can’t believe I was so lucky. Having Andrea as our photographer was the perfect addition to our wedding day. (1) Engagement Session: This was our first time meeting, and we really bonded as she took our photos. Andrea is a fun and curious person, so we got to know each other easily. Andrea was totally supportive of our unusual or awkward location; she took our photos in a private club while the building was empty but unlocked for the cleaning team. The photos are a retro dream in so many different ways. She embraced our style 100%. (2) Wedding: I thought to myself, “If anything goes wrong, at least Andrea will get some beautiful photos of the moment.” And she really did! We have all of the photos you would expect: portraits of me, of him, of us, of our family, and of our friends. But we also have so many wonderful organic photos that capture the feeling we had on that day. There are so many wonderful photos of our wedding day from Andrea. I am so thankful for everything she did for us! Our photos perfectly capture all of the love and thought that went into our wedding. She truly has an eye and vision, not to mention the personality and skill to back them up. I would recommend her to anyone. Also, the turnaround on our photos was quick. Literally two weeks.
PAIGE