Yuri & Yohan, Rittenhouse Hotel

Yuri & Yohan married at The Rittenhouse Hotel in Philadelphia on a beautiful Friday afternoon in October. Yuri said: “Wow, these are gorgeous!  Thank you, Rebecca, for the amazing pictures!!!!!” Yuri’s sister Yura helped lace Yuri’s gown. I photographed the couple in Rittenhouse Square right outside The Rittenhouse Hotel. Yuri & Yohan hired me for … Read more

Lizzie & Braxton, Brossman Center, Philadelphia

Elizabeth & Braxton married on October 9th, 2010 at the Brossman Center in Philadelphia. Lizzie says: “LOVE them :)” Floral design by Coupe Flowers in Erdenheim and Lizzie designed the couple’s invitations. Hair by Jill Kozar, Up Your Do and cosmetic application by Cindy Singer of Dylan Michael Cosmetics. Each are based at Le Papillon Hair … Read more

Amy + Drew, Peche at Sherman Mills, Philadelphia

Amy & Drew married at Peche a Peachtree Venue, a unique wedding venue in East Falls, Philadelphia. Amy’s mom says: The way Amy & Drew feel about each other is so visible in the pictures…  thank you, thank you! Amy says:  OMG Rebecca, these are awesome.  You should see the smile on my face . .. !!! Sherman … Read more

Kate & David, Laurita Winery

Kate & David married at Laurita Winery, in New Egypt, NJ on a luxurious Friday in September. Kate Says: Wow! The pics. are awesome!  I can’t wait to see the rest of them!  The puddle photo is so cool!   I’m so excited! The couple prepared at Dancer Farm Bed & Breakfast, located right next door … Read more

Diane & Chris, Laurita Winery

Diane & Chris married on a beautiful September day ,  at beautiful Laurita Winery in New Egypt, NJ. Diane & Chris say: ” We love our photos, thank you, Rebecca!” Laurita Winery offers great options to photograph the couple!  Floral arrangements by Carl Alan Floral Design, LTD in Philadelphia.  Hair design and cosmetic application by 75 … Read more

Becca & Mike, Brigantine, NJ

Becca & Mike live in NYC but spend a lot of time in Brigantine, NJ.  The couple is busy planning their summer 2011 wedding celebration  at the Cescaphe Ballroom in Philadelphia. Rebecca, I couldn’t be happier with our engagement photos.  They are beautiful and I think you helped us look great!  Thank you for all … Read more

Rebecca Barger Photography Featured in Brides Magazine

Four of my photos are featured in Brides Magazine. Yay! Bride Magazine quotes Rebecca Barger: “The stairs at the entrance to the Franklin offer a variety of backdrops for shooting couples and their wedding parties,” says Rebecca Barger of Rebecca Barger Photography. “There are interesting architectural details at the top of the stairs, like stately … Read more

Katie & Kevin, engagement session

Katie & Kevin celebrate their engagement in Washington Square in historic Philadelphia.  Their wedding is at The Franklin Institute. The photos are really great Rebecca…as you’ll see on facebook we’re (your photography) getting rave reviews!  We can’t wait to seethe rest! ~ Katie & Kevin See you next year at The Franklin Institute!

Lauren & Derek, Laurita Winery, New Egypt, NJ

Lauren & Derek held their  wedding reception at the stunning Laurita Winery in New Egypt, NJ. Derek posted this referral: Rebecca is fun, yet professional, catered to our needs, and most importantly takes phenomenal pictures!  She took everything my wife wanted into consideration, and was not over-controlling or too proud to ask us what we … Read more

Renay & Scott, Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia

Renay & Scott married  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 Hair by Justin and cosmetics by Catherine each from Louis Christian Salon in Cherry Hill.  Renay’s engagement ring … Read more

Elizabeth & Justin, Glen Foerd Mansion

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 … Read more

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 … Read more

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 … Read more

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! Rebecca, we wanted to thank you again for all you did as our photographer… You … Read more

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 … Read more

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, … Read more

Suzanne & Christopher, Villanova Chapel, Crystal Tea Room

Suzanne & Christopher had their wedding at the chapel on the campus of Villanova University ,  Reception for  250 at Philadelphia’s Crystal Tea Room. Suzanne says:  “Rebecca, thank you so much for dropping off the album and all the extra surprises!  The gift package was so fun and we sincerely appreciate it all.  These personal … Read more

Kimberly & Daniel, Hyatt at Bellevue, Colonial Dames

Kimberly & Daniel married at Colonial Dames in Philadelphia.  We had a most glorious day! Kim says:  “Rebecca, I always felt like I never looked good in photos, that the images didn’t reflect how I actually felt about myself…in your photos, everyone looks amazing!  I knew you would take amazing pictures but these exceeded my … Read more

Michelle & Rich, The Old Mill

Michelle & Rich married on April 23, a beautiful spring day!  The Old Mill in Rose Valley, was the setting for both their ceremony & reception. I’ve photographed many weddings at The Old Mill, but have never seen a ceremony inside the ruins…romantic!  As you may know from my previous blogs, I LOVE architecture, especially … Read more

Country Club wedding

Lauren & Bob married in  April  with the ceremony at Resurrection of Our Lord Church and reception at Meadowlands Country Club. Lauren says: ” Thank YOU, Rebecca.  I really love the pics on the blog, but then I knew to expect great shots after seeing your previous work!  I had a few people comment that the … Read more

Renay & Scott, Eagles fans at Lincoln Financial Field

Renay & Scott are getting married this summer at The Ritz-Carlton in Philadelphia.  They are HUGE Eagles Fans (with season tickets, of course) and we did their engagement shoot at Lincoln Financial Field. Renay says: Hi Rebecca!  Love our photos!  I think they came out great! I particularly like the black and white.  I can’t … Read more

Danielle & Mark, Citizen’s Bank Park

We certainly enjoyed our sunshine on Danielle & Mark’s March 19, 2010 engagement shoot!  Being huge Phillies fans, the couple chose to Citizen’s Bank Park as their location. We had a great time and I look forward to their March 2011 wedding at Ballroom at The Ben.  See the slide show below, it’s only 2 … Read more

Featured in The Philadelphia Inquirer, April 7, 2010

One of my recent couples, Gina Santoro & Luigi Corrado, are featured in Kellie Patrick Gates’ LOVE column in  The Philadelphia Inquirer. From The Philadelphia Inquirer: Regarding “discretionary spending” the couple describes Rebecca Barger Photography as their “splurge” and  “when it came to pictures, Luigi & Gina Knew who they wanted, because they had seen … Read more

Linda + Dennis, Holly Hedge Estate

Linda & Dennis got married on March 13, 2010 at Holly Hedge Estate in rural Bucks County, PA.  The couple met in the tiny New Jersey fishing village named Brielle.  Dennis is an avid angler, and Linda was visiting the town as her intended vacation fell through.  The couple met by chance… and it all … Read more

ISPWP International Contest Award!

Recently I placed in the “Location” category of the International Society of Professional Wedding Photographers (ISPWP) Winter contest.  The below photo placed 14th;  I realize 14 place sounds sort of lame, but there were thousands of contest entries from the most experienced photographers in the world.  Recognition for my hard work is always appreciated!  ISPWP … Read more

Wedding & Portrait Photographers International in Las Vegas

I just spent six fun filled days at the largest wedding photographer conference in the world, WPPI. It’s always held in Las Vegas, and I attend every couple of years.  I participated in so many classes, 8AM -8PM non-stop! A very inspirational speaker, Canadian photographer Jesh de Rox, who during  his slide show, whipped out … Read more

Rebecca Barger Featured in the Philadelphia Inquirer

Anne-Michele Corbi & Noah Potvin, quite an interesting couple, are featured in the March 10, 2010 LOVE column by Philadelphia Inquirer writer Kellie Patrick Gates.  Read their story in its entirety  and see more  photos that the Inquirer published at this link.  To see my blog posting about their wedding day, including additional images, go to … Read more

Claire & Gregory, Laurita Winery

Claire & Greg married at Laurita Winery on February 13, 2010. Below they are shown amongst the wine vats in the cellar at Laurita. Claire says: WOW!!  Thanks Rebecca, we love the pictures soooo much!  Can’t wait to see the rest! Claire & Greg outside in the snow, prior to their ceremony held at Laurita Winery. … Read more

Kristie & John, January 30, 2009

Kristie & John Rebecca, you helped me feel so comfortable and you made taking hundreds of pictures easy and fun, it was a pleasure! The first blog shot is my favorite so far, and I love the one of us laughing while leaving the ceremony.   The flash in the back of the photos looks … Read more

Katherine & Michael, Glen Foerd Mansion, January 16, 2010

Katie said:  Rebecca, I told you when we booked you ” I couldn’t wait until our wedding was over so that we can see our pictures!!”  and I stand by that today…Our photos are absolutely breathtaking!  As much as I miss our wedding day,  the pictures are so incredible and  we are so very happy … Read more

Gina & Luigi, The Curtis Center

Gina’s says:  We planned for over a year and I can say with confidence, that not one second was wasted as you captured all details large and small.  We are more than pleased with your professionalism, your attention to detail and your incredible skill at photography!  I know when we look back through our wedding … Read more