We’re

We create timeless and intimate photographs for couples and families.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania lifestyle photographers
Film + digital

To put it very simply, we thrive in the chaos. Your large wedding or 5 crazy kiddos running around do not intimate us- in fact, that’s where the magic lies. Love and family are two very important things in our lives and we don’t take either lightly.

How your moments are documented is so important. Our approach to photography is very candid, wholesome, and nostalgic.

With our offerings of film of digital, we are hoping to create magic with you.

Capturing authentic, emotion-filled memories to last a lifetime.

Our work has been described as:

passionate
true-to-moment
heartwarming
emotional
documentary-style
raw       
all-encompassing
effortless

husband+wife duo for pittsburgh lifestyle+film photography.

We have been photographing together for about 5 years. Our favorite thing about our work is the fact that we are invited into our clients’ lives and most personal moments, and trusted with the job of preserving these memories forever, and we don’t take that lightly.

The relationships and trust we form with our clients is something we cherish so greatly, and we are always honored to be chosen to document intimate moments like engagement sessions and wedding days, and completely overwhelmed with excitement when we get invited back for newborn sessions, family sessions, and all other life milestones. Our TKP family is the absolute best and we could not ask for better humans to share this journey with.

Kellie holding film camera in front of white backdrop

hi, i’m kellie

TK is our own little labor of love. What started as Christmas gift camera to ourselves to document our family memories has since led me to leaving my nursing career behind and becoming a full-time photographer. 

My experience as a nurse shaped me into the patient, loving, and caring human I consider myself to be today. I love connecting with children and seeing the magic in their smiles during our sessions, but what I love even more is when I hear a parent end the session saying, “Wow, that was actually quite fun and easy!”.

I also absolutely love connecting with our wedding couples. My favorite part of weddings (besides actually being there and spending time with our couples, is delivering our Polaroid memory boxes to our couples after their wedding day. It’s filled with Polaroid photos, dried flowers from their wedding day, beads from their dress, a cork they popped together after their ceremony, and whatever else I can find that’s special from their wedding day.

Film is a huge passion of mine and I love incorporating it into our work. If it tells you anything, film is also my preferred method to document our own family.

Some days, I still feel the urge to pinch myself that I get to document memories for the best humans. What brings me joy above all else, is when families return and I get to document their families’ grow.

Troy sitting on stool with camera

and i’m troy

Husband, father, huge book guy, and almost never deny a cup of coffee or a trip to Costco. I’m the guy behind the lens but also work full-time in sales.

I grew up in a hockey-loving family, so I’m a huge Pens guy. When I’m not busy being a girl dad, you can find me with my nose in a book. Fun fact – I grow a mean Movember Mustache every year for awareness of men’s mental health issues in November.

You’ll catch me on a lot of the backend things at TK – I’m basically my wife’s secondhand and prefer it that way. You may even catch me at some mini-sessions or as a second shooter for weddings.

kind words

  • “The absolute best husband + wife duo out there! We have had so many TK shoots and know there are so many more to come!!! They are calm, patient, understanding, and most importantly, KNOWLEDGEABLE at what they are doing. Simply the best and we love you guys!!! 🫶🏻”

    Morgan G.

  • “There are not enough great things to say about TK Photography. One of the most stressful experiences about planning our wedding was deciding on a photographer. We had no idea where to start! After having our engagement session with Troy and Kellie, we knew they were the ones for us. They were so accommodating to our needs and we were absolutely blown away by both our engagement and wedding photos!”

    Danielle W.

  • “I had the pleasure of working with Kellie from TK Photography and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Kellie is extremely personable and professional. She made me and my fiancé feel so comfortable in both our maternity and newborn sessions. If you’re looking for a photographer in the Pittsburgh area Kellie and Troy are it!”

    Lexi L.

Curious if we’re a good fit for one another?

If you’re looking for an honest, emotion-filled authentic photo team, you’re in the right place.

With a beautiful mixture of film and digital, we’re here to create and collaborate with you.

  • We bring the added bonus of film. We love film. We love anything that feels like film and feels like home. If you’re looking for a Pittsburgh film photographer, look no further (seriously, please don’t look any further, we would love to create with you).

  • We know the ins and outs of a wedding day and love to embrace unique twists on these special days.

  • We have 2 kiddos ourselves who vary insanely in personality types. We’ve weathered all of the storms and beautiful moments of parenthood and know how to approach family sessions with grace, patience, and joy.

  • We’ve got plenty of tips for styling and outfit coordination.

  • You will feel comfy in front of our lens, I promise.

TKP Education + all angles mentorship

Besides our connection with our clients, we focus a lot on educating those new to photography.

We’ve built our business from the ground up, with no previous photography background or education, and we are so proud of the leaps and bounds TKP has made (bounds that have allowed me to become a full time photographer).

We are always eager to pass on our education and guidance through the world of photography. Whether you are a hobbyist or have aspirations of starting your own photography business - let’s book a mentor call! We are open books!

Fun facts about your photogs

  • We will never pass up the opportunity for coffee. Literally, ever.  

  • Troy is a huge hockey fan (go Pens!), and I am more of a football girlie. You can find me on the couch every Sunday with my Terrible Towel on my lap cheering on our Steelers. 

  • We are very much outdoors humans. Whether it’s hiking, running, or simply enjoying a cup of coffee out on the porch, we THRIVE in the outdoors.

  • Given the choice between a beach and some mountains, Troy + I will likely choose the mountains. We ventured to Montana for our honeymoon and loved every second of it.

  • We’ve actually known each other since we were probably 10, briefly dated each other at 14, broke up, reconnected 15 years later and now we’re married with two little girlies.