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Welcome to Rebecca Barger Photography Blog!

Rebecca Barger was a top staff photographer for The Philadelphia Inquirer for many years. She applies her photojournalism experience and passion for photography to create unique wedding photojournalism  for each couple. Rebecca works as your personal photojournalist, from salon to cake-cutting. Trust your wedding day images with a Pulitzer Prize nominee! 

Rebecca Barger uses editorial style posing during your portrait session to  keep you from looking stiff or unnatural.  We use a Natural Style Posing, and we do it quickly! Fun, comfortable and creative photos that make sure you photograph looking your best!  

Rebecca welcomes your phone call:  215. 460. 2229

For more info. regarding how Rebecca would approach photographing your day, see "bio" on her web-site. Link above left "visit WEB-SITE".

Lauren & Derek, 8/8/10, Laurita Winery, New Egypt,f NJ

Lauren & Derek held their  wedding reception at the stunning Laurita Winery in New Egypt, NJ.

Rebecca, the pictures are completely breathtaking!!  Derek and I could not be happier, and the slideshow is amazing!  We absolutely love all of the pictures, and are so excited to see more!  I particularly think that the winery shots came out beautifully.  Thank you so much for all of your hard work! Talk to you soon.   ~Lauren & Derek

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Hair by Salon Cusato in Mercerville.  Cosmetics by Melissa D’Aloia.rebeccabarger24

Lauren & Derek’s wedding nuptials were held at St. Gregory the Great in Hamilton Square, NJ. rebeccabarger25

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Flowers by Petal Pushers in Hamilton, NJ.
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Matthew Christopher gown from Exquisite Bride in Princeton. rebeccabarger30

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Laurita Winery’ s exclusive caterer is Conroy Catering, of which I am a preferred vendor.
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Best Wishes, Lauren & Derek!

Friends & Family, please sign the guest register to view all of Lauren & Derek’s wedding day photos, when they are ready.

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Kelley & Steve, Holly Hedge Estate

We had a great time at our engagement shoot with Kelley & Steve at Holly Hedge Estate.  Their wedding will be in June 2011, outside in the beautiful stone courtyard at Holly Hedge.

The photos are great, you did such a fantastic job!  Thanks so much for getting them to us so quickly, you’re the best, Rebecca! ~Kelley

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Thanks, Kelley & Steve, see you next June at Holly Hedge Estate!

Renay & Scott, Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia

Renay & Scott married on June 26th, 2010 at the Ritz-Carlton in Philadelphia.

Rebecca, I love the pictures!  They came out amazing!  I don’t know how we are going to choose…  Thank you so much for all of your hard work! ~Renay

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Hair by Justin and cosmetics by Catherine each from Louis Christian Salon in Cherry Hill. rebeccabarger9011

rebeccabarger9021Renay’s engagement ring by David Jay Jewelers in Warrington.

rebeccabarger9031Bridal flowers by John Kevin Gallagher Florist. Gown from The Sample Rack in Philadelphia.

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rebeccabarger9051Scott is somewhat of a sports fan…

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rebeccabarger9081Renay & Scott live in Philadelphia, so we shot some photos in Old City including their beloved dog, Harley.

rebeccabarger9091It would appear that Harley has a heart shaped tongue!

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The Philadelphia Ritz-Carlton was positively fabulous, especially with John Kevin Gallagher’s floral arrangements.
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rebeccabarger930EBE’s Big Ric & Vegas provided some very amusing entertainment including the bridal party!

rebeccabarger929Best Wishes, Renay & Scott!

Friends & Family:  To register to view all of Renay & Scott’s photos, sign the guest book here. You’ll be notified when they are ready to view.

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Elizabeth & Justin, Glen Foerd Mansion, July 19, 2010

Elizabeth & Justin met while they attended Princeton University where they graduated in 2007. Right after their four year dating anniversary, Justin proposed!  Nuptials on June 19th, 2010 at Glen Ford Mansion.

Hi Rebecca.  Our photos are breathtaking!  We are loving looking through them and reliving all the wonderful moments of the wedding.  ~Elizabeth & Justin

rebeccabarger900Both Elizabeth & Justin got ready at the Hyatt at Penn’s Landing which offers spacious rooms for bridal party preparation. Shoes by Manolo Blahnik, ring by Safian & Rudolph, gown by Lazaro.

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Jill Kozar, owner of  Up Your Do created an asymmetrical loose bun for the bride. Cindy Singer, owner of Dylan Michael Cosmetics, was in charge of the cosmetics. Awesome job by both Cindy & Jill!

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rebeccabarger903Elizabeth collects her thoughts right before putting on her gown.

rebeccabarger904-1Gown by Lazaro.

rebeccabarger905Flowers by Beautiful Blooms.

rebeccabarger906-1Kidnap victim? Nope, Justin and Elizabeth rode the same bus to Glen Foerd Mansion…and Justin was blindfolded until the couple first saw each other.

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Flowers by Beautiful Blooms.
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Elizabeth & Justin explain why they chose Glen Foerd Mansion.

We just knew that  a “big ballroom” wedding was not our style.  We preferred a more intimate event, with the flow and atmosphere that a mansion setting could offer.   Glen Foerd Mansion, located on the Philadelphia & Bucks County border,  had everything we wanted!   Justin loves being near water, and the Mansion sits on the Delaware River, which offers a beautiful outdoor setting and also an awesome  atrium for dancing.  Glen Foerd also had a reasonable back-up plan in case of rain.  I have already eaten Conroy Catering’s food twice, so I knew it was delicious.  Food is very important to us, both being Italian, and we enjoy going out to nice dinners and cooking elaborate meals together.

rebeccabarger913Reverend Peter McGuiness officiated Elizabeth & Justin’s outdoor nuptials at Glen Foerd Mansion in Philadelphia.

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rebeccabarger916 I love this moment between Elizabeth & Justin.

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rebeccabarger920-1Conroy Catering… always ready with the champagne!

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rebeccabarger923Flowers by Beautiful Blooms.

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Linda & Geoff, Aldie Mansion

Linda & Geoff married on June 18, 2009 at Aldie Mansion in Doylestown.

Hi Rebecca!  We LOVE our pictures!!!!  It was so great to work with you - you really made it easy to be comfortable in front of the camera (which we are not) and it shows in the pictures just how happy we were that day. Thank you so much for being a part of it!!!   ~Linda & Geoff

rebeccabarger700Linda’s wedding gown by LaRichi from Nicole Bridal & Formal Shoppe in Jenkintown.

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rebeccabarger703Linda’s four sisters helped her get dressed in the bridal suite at Aldie Mansion.

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Special thanks to Missy Sowden for second shooting with me.
rebeccabarger705Linda’s gown by LaRichi from Nicole Bridal in Jenkintown.

rebeccabarger706Aldie Mansion offers one of the most beautiful  aisle’s for an outdoor ceremony

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rebeccabarger710Linda & Geoff right after their wedding at Aldie Mansion in Doylestown.

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rebeccabarger712Linda and her four sisters.

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rebeccabarger714Linda & Geoff’s bridal party on the grounds of Aldie Mansion in Doylestown.

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rebeccabarger716Fabulous catering  by Jeffrey Miller Catering, Aldie’s exclusive caterer. Jeffrey Miller Catering always treats me well!

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rebeccabarger720Friends & Family:  To view Linda & Geoff’s entire gallery of wedding day photos, please register here.  You’ll be notified when they are ready. Linda & Geoff had a fab honeymoon in Thailand. They stayed in one of those romantic huts on stilts over the water,  featuring a glass floor so they can view the sea life!

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Below is an image from Linda & Geoff’s engagement session photographed last summer.

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Lauren & Chris, Old St. Joe’s, McDonald’s Restaurant, Cescaphe Ballroom

Lauren & Chris married at Philadelphia’s  Old St. Joe’s on June 11th, 2010. Reception at Cescaphe Ballroom.  We had a quick stop  for a burger and fries at McDonald’s on Broad at Arch.

Lauren & Chris say this:
I cannot tell you how incredibly pleased Chris and I were with the service provided by you and Laurie.  We just loved having you as part of our day!  And, we haven’t even seen a photo yet!!!  I KNOW we’ll be so happy with everything. We truly, truly appreciate your professionalism, courtesy to us and our families, and attention to detail.  I have to say that I have been in and to weddings with some interesting photographers/videographers who were either too pushy or unavailable, but you and Laurie both were so wonderful throughout the whole event. From thirty seconds after opening the door to the end of our time together, you were so fantastic an enthusiastic about our wedding.  I can’t imagine the day without you!
Update on June 30th from Lauren:
“Rebecca, you are the BEST! Thanks SO much for an awesome depiction of a fantastic day.”

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Bridal cosmetics by Kelly Hughs at MOKO in Old City, Philadelphia.  Hair by Adrienne Perrone.

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Lauren’s Amsale gown from The Bridal Garden in Marlton.
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rebeccabarger809Lauren does some last minute preparations prior to walking down the aisle at Old St. Joe’s Church

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rebeccabarger814-1Flowers by Carl Alan ltd.  Shoes by…um…I am sworn to secrecy.

rebeccabarger815 We swung by McDonalds for a quick burger. Chris and his family owns a number of McDonald’s franchises.

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rebeccabarger820Cescaphe Ballroom displayed a beautiful martini bar during cocktail hour.

rebeccabarger821Floral design by Carl Alan Floral Design Ltd.

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rebeccabarger823Lauren & Chris laughed all day long!

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rebeccabarger825Congratulations Lauren & Chris! Hope you had a great time in St. Thomas.

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Friends & Family: Please sign up to view Lauren & Chris’s entire wedding day photo gallery here.  The gallery  should be ready within the next week.

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Above is myself, Rebecca Barger, photographing the bridal party at Independence Hall.  Special thanks to photographer Laurie Beck for 2nd shooting with me at this wedding!

Lee & Brian, The Franklin Institute Science Museum

Lee & Brian married at beautiful St. Matthias Church in Bala Cynwyd.  Their reception for 200 was held at The Franklin Institute Science Museum.  Below are Lee & Brian and their bridal party entering the Franklin Institute.

Rebecca, the photos are stunning! You really captured the excitement of the day; the photos are priceless! Thank you so much for everything! ~ Lee & Brian

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Lee is an architect, and if you follow my blog, you  know how I frequently incorporate architecture in my portraiture…Two days after their wedding, Bride magazine contacted me requesting an image featuring an interesting Philadelphia location — I thought the above photo would fit their request, so this may be published in the upcoming Bride Philadelphia edition.  The bridesmaid dresses match the Cleopatra banner.

rebeccabarger701Cute Kate Spade shoes.  Floral design by Long Stems in Merion Station. Flip flops from Old Navy, of course!

rebeccabarger702Custom made and totally fun bridesmaid necklaces by Good Golly Designs.

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rebeccabarger705Lee wore a Melissa Sweet gown from Priscilla of Boston in Suburban Square. Hair by Meghan.

Cosmetics by Robin of Cheekadee.

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rebeccabarger708Lee and Brian held their nuptials at St. Matthias Catholic Church in Bala Cynwyd.  A church with, you guessed it…particularly nice architecture. I appreciate the relatively low ceiling.

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Bridal party photos at Philadelphia’s Logan Circle, also known as Logan Square.
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rebeccabarger712Below is a watercolor Lee did of her and her bridesmaids prior to the wedding, we matched it fairly well, didn’t we?  Lee is also a graphic artist and founded LoveLee Graphics, featuring unique design for all of your wedding day stationary!

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rebeccabarger717A stunning reception in Franklin Hall of the Franklin Institute with the giant statue of Ben. Floral arrangements by Long Stems. Catering by Frog Commissary. Entertainment by Marc Fisher.

rebeccabarger718One of my best friends and wonderful photographer, Laurie Beck Peterson, helped me out on this wedding.  She shot both the above and below images. Love this moment captured between Lee and her dad during their dance!  Thank you, Laurie!

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rebeccabarger719Lee and Brian steal a kiss on the staircase featuring the pendulum at The Franklin Institute.

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rebeccabarger722Congratulations, Lee & Brian!

rebeccabarger723Friends & Family: please register here to see all of Lee & Brian’s wedding day images when they are ready.  Please note, the couple may have already registered you…

Getting married? Contact Rebecca Barger directly to see her availability. Some 2010 fall and winter dates still open!  See top of blog “contact” button.

Krystin & Keith, Radnor Hunt Club

Krystin & Keith married on May 22, 2010 at the Radnor Hunt Club in Malvern. It poured rain as we drove on 476 to the location…it slowly cleared up and Krystin & Keith had the outdoor ceremony they had planned!

W.O.W.  So Cool!!  These photos are amazing, Rebecca.  We can’t wait to see the rest! Thankyouthankyouthankyou!!

~Krystin & Keith

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rebeccabarger21Krystin’s gown was by Maggie Sottero. Jackie Muchnick did Krystin’s cosmetics. Floral arrangments by Flowers by Priscilla.    Rings by Barsky.

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rebeccabarger24Krystin & Keith see each other for first time on their wedding day.

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The skies were full of cumulus clouds as a result of the earlier storm.  Cumulus are my favorite…
rebeccabarger27Krystin came up with a fun idea of hanging ornamental spheres from the beautiful tree under which they exchanged their vows.

rebeccabarger28-1Krystin walked through an aisle lined by spinning pinwheels.
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rebeccabarger31A breathtakingly beautiful ceremony underneath the Kentucky Coffee tree!

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rebeccabarger35A great time was had by all at their reception catered by J. Scott Catering.  Best Wishes, Krystin & Keith!

Friends & Family:  To view all of Krystin & Keith’s photos, sign up here.

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Marina & Seth, Belle Voir Manor

Marina & Seth married on May 14, 2010 at Belle Voir Manor located on the banks of the Delaware River. The couple met while in school at Harvard, they now live in Korea.  We did our planning by Skype. Their special day featured both a Christian ceremony, officiated by Marina’s brother,  and a Korean Paebaek service organized by Bidulki Judan.

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Awesome flowers by Brittany Gillespie from Petals Lane.  I love how Marina wore them in her hair…

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rebeccabarger607Seth couldn’t wait for Marina to get down the aisle, he met her and her dad halfway.

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rebeccabarger613Korean Paebaek service led by Jessica Hyunjoo Kim from Bidulki Judan, located near me in Elkins Park.

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Best Wishes, Marina & Seth!

The couple spent their honeymoon in Greece, one of my favorite countries! Below is an image from the island of Crete, shot during my my trip in 1993.
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Maryann & Cody, Adventure Aquarium

Maryann & Cody held their wedding vows on May 8th, at Resurrection of Our Lord in Philadelphia. Their reception for 300 was held at Adventure Aquarium.

Cody & Maryann said ” ~ Love our pictures! We especially love the photos with the kids in them, they turned out great!  You did such a great job, Rebecca, thank you for everything!

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blo03Maryann prepares at her Huntingdon Valley home.  See Maryann’s beautiful ring in upper left.

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blo06Maryann and Cody have two beautiful children,  Ryann above, and 5 year old Cody below.  Dad helps Cody with his tie.

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blo09Wedding ceremony held at Resurrection of Our Lord in Northeast Philadelphia.

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blo12-1We stopped at Cody’s dad’s house for a few photos prior to heading to Adventure Aquarium.

blo13-1Cody worked with his jeweler Tod Gordon to design the engagement ring he gave Maryann.

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blo20-1Cody and Maryann worked closely with Adventure Aquarium’s Donna Sonday and American Furniture Rental to get this very unique set up for their reception.  The couple had only a couple of formal tables, instead opting for a lounge type setting for 300 guests. Cody took charge of designing the seating and it worked wonderfully!

blo21Catering by Aramark.  Flowers by Carl Alan Floral Design in Philadelphia.

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blo23View of the Philadelphia skyline from Adventure Aquarium in Camden, NJ.

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Cody & Maryann enjoyed their honeymoon in Punta Cana.  Best wishes and congratulations to your family!

Friends & Family:  To view all of Maryann & Cody’s wedding photos, sign up at this link. You will then be notified when they are ready, thanks!
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