Strength in Vulnerability: Giving The Middle Fingerđź–•To Your Comfort Zone

Though many of our clients have grown to become our dear friends after having a session with us, it’s something extra special and an honor when old friends reach out and ask us to photograph them. And that’s exactly what happened with one of Erika’s closest friends and old roommate, L! L was lucky enough …

“That’s the year I fell in love with myself.”

Recently, Erika and Mike had the honor of photographing one of Allebach’s own, someone many of you will recognize through her work with us at the studio – the lovely Paige! “It seems as if Allebach Photography has always been a part of my life.  Even before joining the Allebach Photography team a few years …

From Self-Loathing to Healing – Fighting Body Dysmorphia With Tattoos

From Self-Loathing to Healing – Fighting Body Dysmorphia With Tattoos   When Erin, an Allebach Photography client from Warminster, Pa., got her first tattoo at age 22 – a small and simple Irish rosary on her right shoulder blade – she had “no idea most of her upper body would be covered over the next …

Is Facebook Blocking Ads with Tattoos?

I ran an A/B test to see if Facebook is blocking ads with tattoos. My couples boudoir photography business has experienced a lot of trouble trying to advertise our work.  Whenever we get press, I’d like a Facebook Page fans to actually see it. With the current algorithm, they generally don’t. We show only the cutest, …

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 …

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) …

Bonedaddys Tattoo Calendar for the Cure

As everyone gears up for the holidays, we take time to remember those we love.  Mike was honored to be this year’s photographer of 12 beautiful women for Bonedaddys Tattoo’s “Calendar for a Cure”.  All proceeds go to the Brave Eli Foundation (www.braveeli.com) which donates directly to finding a cure for childhood cancer. For boudoir inquiries! http://allebach.studioinquiry.com/inquiryform/ At the …

College of Physicians and Mutter Museum Wedding with Croquembouche: Joanne and Justin

College of Physicians and Mutter Museum Wedding with Croquembouche What’s cool about having the College of Physicians building as your wedding venue?  Guests were able to tour the MĂĽtter Museum during the wedding!  It also enabled us to snap some pretty sweet photos.  Check out this awesome wedding with Joanne and Justin! That cake at …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Tattooed Bride and Groom Cake Toppers

Tattooed Bride and Groom Cake Toppers made custom for you! I finally found it! The custom Tattooed Bride and Groom Cake Topper. You can order it from http://www.etsy.com/listing/100062995/tattooed-wedding-cake-topper-bride-and If you want more hot wedding tips for tattooed brides and grooms sign up > http://www.tattooedwedding.com Who is Allebach Photography – The Tattooed Bride Photographers? Hailed by …

Tattooed Brides Tumblr

Tattooed Brides Tumblr has gone live! Check out Tattooed Brides on Tumblr.  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 rock band. …