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Brick Porches & Tree-Lined Streets: A Pittsburgh Family Story

  • Post published:February 6, 2026

Recently, I caught up with the Evans Family for a session in Uptown, Mt. Lebanon, and it was a joy to see how much the kids have grown. Between the laughter and the exploration of this beautiful neighborhood, the session…

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Documenting Your Love Story: Guide to Authentic Wedding Photography

  • Post published:January 30, 2026

Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming, but as a Pittsburgh wedding photographer, my goal is to make your day feel effortless while capturing every moment you’ll treasure forever. From our first conversation to your final gallery, here’s what working with…

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Year in Review | Best of 2025

  • Post published:January 23, 2026

2025 - A Year of Storytelling as a Pittsburgh Lifestyle Photographer Storyteller was my word of the year. It meant paying attention, letting moments be imperfect and meaningful, and seeing stories with my own eyes. This year wasn’t about doing…

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Your Headshot Is Not About Being Perfect—It’s About Being You

  • Post published:January 16, 2026

Around here, people tend to show up as they are. And honestly, that’s exactly what makes a great headshot. If the words “headshot session” immediately bring up thoughts of being perfectly posed, flawlessly styled, or somehow needing to become more…

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Moms’ Guide to Staying Connected | Pittsburgh Senior Photographer

  • Post published:January 8, 2026

As a Pittsburgh senior photographer, I spend my days photographing high school seniors, capturing the moments that mark the end of one chapter and the start of another. I see it every year: confidence forming, independence stretching its wings, the…

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Capturing Serendipity | Pittsburgh Lifestyle Photographer

  • Post published:December 17, 2025

Some of the most memorable photographs aren’t the ones you meticulously plan—they’re the fleeting, unscripted moments that happen in the in-between. As a Pittsburgh lifestyle photographer, I’ve spent years learning that while lighting, composition, and styling are important, it’s often…

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Capturing Moments with Your Family this Christmas: A Pittsburgh Photographer’s Guide

  • Post published:December 12, 2025

Christmas vacation has always held a special kind of warmth for me. Maybe it’s the slower mornings, the twinkling lights that seem to glow a little longer, or the way kids find wonder in even the simplest traditions. As a…

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Wildflowers, Cityscapes, and Pure Joy: A Pittsburgh Senior Portrait Story

  • Post published:December 3, 2025

Some seniors radiate a spirit that’s impossible to miss, and Nina is truly one of them. Ever since first meeting her at school events years ago, her fun, bubbly, and spunky personality has stood out. Watching her grow into a…

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Guide to Capturing Candid Family Moments at Thanksgiving

  • Post published:November 26, 2025

As a Pittsburgh photographer who loves documenting genuine family stories, I know Thanksgiving week brings a rare opportunity—an entire day (or even several) when loved ones gather in the same home, surrounded by warm food, cozy décor, and shared traditions.…

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Downtown Pittsburgh Adventures: A Family Lifestyle Session

  • Post published:November 21, 2025

I’ve had the pleasure of photographing this amazing family for years now, and each session feels like catching up with old friends. This time, we decided to do something a little different—riding the trolley and wandering around downtown Pittsburgh together.…

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Laura Mares Photography, Pittsburgh Newborn and Family Lifestyle Photographer

Laura Mares Photography, Pittsburgh Newborn and Family Lifestyle Photographer

Laura Mares

I am a Pittsburgh based lifestyle photographer for laid back clients wanting a creative and artistic photography experience. My goal is to help people remember the best moments of their lives and highlight the inherent beauty in life by capturing storytelling photographs.
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