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Welcome to 217 Photography

217, many assume this number represents an address, birth date or anniversary, however 217 symbolizes so much more. Two-seventeen has long been in my wife, Dawn's, family history. Here is her story:

The sentiment behind 217 originated over 55 years ago, when my mother, Shirley Haughton was a little girl. Shirley was the youngest of eight children, who idolized her older sister Ella May. Whenever Shirley told Ella May how much she loved her, Ella May responded jokingly "How much?" As little sisters often do, Shirley tried to impress Ella May by telling her the largest number she could think of, "Two Hundred and Seventeen." This quickly became a game the two sisters played over and over again. Shirley would tell Ella May she loved her two hundred and seventeen meaning the largest amount known to her little heart. To this day, Shirley and Ella May who are in their sixties and seventies, respectfully, sign every card & letter and conclude every conversation with "I love you, 217".

As far back as I can remember my mom has told my sister, Gina, and I that she loves us 217. I don't think we ever questioned or asked what it meant. We knew intrinsically the weight 217 carried when our mom said it. 217 was the greatest amount of love possible and nothing could be more than that love she felt for us. We have continued 217 as a sentiment in our own lives and families. You will see 217 written on every birthday card, holiday card, and letter to family and close friends. Pete and I even have 217 engraved on our wedding bands. There is no better way for us to express respect, commitment and unconditional love than those three numbers.

The women of 217 are honored that it's meaning lives on through Pete's photography in capturing the images of unconditional love at it's most intimate and celebrated moments. We are excited to incorporate the meaning of 217 into our family's business. We hope to share our passion and love of photography with you and your family.

Dawn & Pete Malone

Jun 17 2010

Idit & Jordan | The Lakehouse Inn

Posted in Philadelphia wedding photos, Wedding Photos

Idit & Jordan were married at the end of May in Perkasie, PA at The Lakehouse Inn. I had been eagerly awaiting this day for many reasons. 1) Idit & Jordan and I had such a great time together on their engagement shoot the month before. I think we laughed the entire time! 2) Their wedding day was going to be PACKED with incredible events to photograph and 3) I was going to be working along side several talented wedding professionals who I am fortunate enough to also call friends…..and in some cases……..family, as my dad was anchoring the video duties for First Floor Films all day.

Before we go any further, I must give a special shout out and thank you to Erin and Lisa of Proud to Plan. THANK YOU ladies. You two were simply amazing that day. Everything flowed smoothly because of your efforts behind the scenes. Our job was made that much easier and most importantly, Idit & Jordan were able to just sit back and enjoy their day together thanks to all of your hard work and meticulous attention to detail. You are THE BEST.

Idit & Jordan, your wedding was absolutely incredible. You two looked great. You both had so much fun together. You are VERY, VERY loved by your wonderful family and friends and it was a joy to see that. Plus you made my job easy…..all I had to do was show up and shoot all the awesome! Congratulations and mazel tov to you and your families.

The lovely ladies of Cheekadee were creating facial masterpieces all morning in the bridal suite.

Brittany of Petals Lane was behind all of the flowers at this wedding. The sunflower bouquets were incredible and added so much color to everything…..more to see in the reception!

Lovely.

Much thanks go out to my 2nd shooter for the day, Nicole Polk. Several of her images are mixed in this post including the next two shots of Jordan.

Groom portrait in Perkasie at the lakehouse inn

I LOVE this image. I think it may be my favorite shot of the entire day. Such emotion. What a moment.

wedding ceremony outdoors at lakehouse inn

Idit, you are stunning.

Jordan and the men during the traditional tish.

Jordan was then escorted by several men and lots of music over to idit for the bedeken, the un-veiling of his bride to be.

Jordan’s Daughters, Maddy & Maya, escorted their dad down the aisle.

A beautiful lakeside setting for the ceremony under a beautiful chuppah.

jewish wedding ceremony at the lakehouse inn

an outdoor wedding in perkasie at the lakehouse inn

Idit’s mother is a rabbi so she was able to officiate at her own daughter’s wedding.

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After the ceremony, the groomsmen lead the newly married Idit and Jordan back down the aisle.

Check out these details! Petals Lane put a lot of this together and it was just incredible!

details of a wedding reception at the lakehouse inn

Idit’s family re-enacted the complete time-line of events for Idit & Jordan’s relationship….all in about 4 minutes. I think this was from the scene of “where and when they met”.