Warm thoughts

what better time to think of swimming in the river when you are buried under 2 feet of snow. This old photo was for a story I did about illegal adventures so don’t actually this. Right know it would be a very tough landing the river is frozen at this spot.

Branden & Jennifer

Even though it was a cold snowy day Jennifer and Branden Valore’s wedding was great. Here is a sneak preview of their photos until the gallery is ready.

Looking Back at 2009

This past year I have had the opportunity to photograph some terrific couples. Young men and women making commitments to each in very difficult times. Many of them dedicated to making the world a better place through their vocations. Thanks to all of you for the privilege of sharing in your wedding [...]

Print sale ending soon

For those of you eligible for the print sale remember the coupon expires Jan. 15, 2010

Time is running out

Orders for prints from Shawn Mertz Photography must be received by Saturday the 19th to be ready for Christmas. Any orders received after that will be delivered next year.

New better prices

I have changed some things in prices with the hope of making it more affordable to get something more tangible than a disk.
click the link to the right ” pricing for 2010 ” for more information.

Pittsburgh Wedding Photographer

It is a privilege to be trusted to photograph a couple’s wedding. Just like you plan your wedding ahead, I am preparing to photograph it well ahead of time too.

Photo buyer beware

Be careful choosing your photographer. This past year I have heard more stories from people about how their wedding pictures wear messed up by the photographer than ever before. There are a lot of people getting into the wedding photography business that are not qualified. There is a big difference between getting [...]