Philadelphia Bride To Be Surprises Fiancé with Sexy Boudoir Photos

Rachel met Allebach Photography way before she even thought about doing a solo boudoir session, when her and her fiancé, Doug, were searching for a wedding photographer. “We are using Mike/Erika for engagement and wedding. They were easily my favorite. We made that decision before we even saw the studio because I had no idea …

10 Reasons to Live Stream Your Elopement

Planning a traditional wedding is crazy stressful. Every single detail ends up mattering more than it needs to. So with an elopement, you get to focus on that really matters the most in the end. The two of you. Keep it simple, make it weird, design it to be yours. No one, but the two …

Unplugged: The Only Way to Have a Wedding in 2018

When planning your wedding for 2018 and beyond, I only have one piece of advice for you.  Give your guests the gift of an unplugged wedding ceremony. A ceremony where devices are turned off. Allow them be present, for you, for your vows and for themselves. Over the weekend I attended the first wedding in …

Profoto B2: Cherrish: Out of Prison Story

Profoto B2 Off Camera Flash Launch: Cherrish’s Out of Prison Story This was my contribution to the Profoto B2 Launch.  I’ve been using the Profoto B2s for over 4 months now. Cherrish graciously shared her story of cancer fight.  The photoshoot takes place at Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia, Pa. See my review of the …

The Heritage Trust at Mt. Sinai + Dave and Buster’s: Dakota & Mike

There are some couples you meet that completely balance each other out. One of them, Dakota and Mike, were married at The Heritage Trust in New York’s Mt. Sinai. Their ceremony didn’t last more than 10 minutes, and then they were ready to party. We brought the photo booth all the way up to Long …

Philly Lovesick Expo 2015

Check out these snaps from the Lovesick Expo at the World Cafe Live yesterday <3 The Lovesick Expo is a place for brides and grooms to have fun while checking out all the best vendors around! If you were at Lovesick and want to find out more about our Lovesick Special, please contact us here! http://allebach.studioinquiry.com/inquiryform/

Eastern State Penitentiary Philadelphia Wedding: Casey and Greg

Look! Casey & Greg had their WEDDING at the Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia! What?!! I’m serious! Take a look at some of the detail shots we captured on this awesome day of marriage. Featuring Jack’s Firehouse Restaurant, Bar and Caterer across the street (they catered the wedding too)! (Venue details at bottom of post) …

Front & Palmer, Philadelphia: Alyssa & Dave

Lovebirds. One in a beautiful Philadelphian Bhldn dress, and one with a belt buckle that says “Cocky”. They’re gigglers. Which makes them a perfect couple for the upscale but modern Front & Palmer wedding venue in Philadelphia. We stopped at the 2nd National Bank on the way for some unforgettable pictures. (Details below) bach Front …

The Mansion, Voorhees, NJ : TK and Ian

If we don’t catch your attention with TK and Ian’s steampunk wedding pictures, we’ll have to destroy the Earth.             Just kidding. This wedding was on Friday the 13th. In Voorhees, NJ. Voorhees. Yes, like Jason. Check it out! You’ve never seen anything like it.  

Southern Mansion Wedding in Cape May, NJ: Jennifer and John

In need of wedding ideas? Jennifer and John took full advantage of the seashore conveniently located right up the road after all the fun and games of getting dressed, getting married, ect… No dull moments, no dull photos! Enjoy.   Interested in booking the Southern Mansion for your wedding? The Southern Mansion 720 Washington Street …

6 Reasons Why Rocking a Lace Wedding Dress Will Make Grandma Proud

By: Anne Lindeman Growing up you may have unconsciously developed some negative feelings towards lace. You know those dusty lace doilies that serve as a protector of trinkets on your grandmother’s furniture or maybe as a child you had a giant lace bib (with matching gloves) embarrassingly dangling from the neckline of your Easter dress. …

Baltimore Wedding at the Belvedere: Alex and Patrick

Our beautiful tattooed bride matched the beautiful Belvedere Hotel, located in Baltimore, Maryland. Take a look through the great photos we captured of all the fun, smiles, tears, and various shenanigans!   Interested in having your wedding at the Belvedere? 1 E Chase St Baltimore, MD 21202 http://www.belvederebaltimore.com

Annapolis and Baltimore Wedding: Cori & Ryan

If you’re wondering about whereabouts for this wedding, read on through the next few lines because we were all over! In a span of 2 days we followed Cori and Ryan from the Annapolis Courthouse for the actual marriage to the Metropolitan Kitchen and Lounge for some….. lounging. The next day we explored in and …

Rant

Every time I post about marriage equality or gay rights I lose a few “facebook fans.” My business has never been about tattoos or even weddings. It’s about accepting people where they are at. Accepting their ideas, creativity and who they are. That is why people book me. My clients know they can get as …

Philadelphia Magic Gardens Wedding: Tattooed Bride & Groom

Allebach Photography loves tattooed brides! Take a look at Derek and Anne’s Wedding in Philadelphia at the Magic Gardens: view all photos and buy photos here. Philadelphia’s Magic Garden’s are Isaiah Zagar’s largest South Street mosaic work, is an indoor/outdoor maze of mosaics inlaid with various pieces of poetry. One line reads, “I built this sanctuary …

Tattooed Bride Guide Book Survey

Help us write the Tattooed Bride Guide Book by filling out this survey. Loading… Hailed by a Rock n Roll Bride as “the Original Tattooed Bride Photographer” Mike Allebach possesses an amazing ability to naturally photograph life on the fringe. He is a visual campfire storyteller. His journey into wedding photography started when he was in a punk …