Artists look at the world differently than most. For example, an artist can enter a space and look around intently, noticing where the light is coming from, seeing patterns in the colors, noting how the elements in the room are…
I love animals and I could not be happier when families include their pets! Over the years I have have been able to capture families with all types of pets including a couple of cats, a few birds, and tons…
A Little Background Today I want to introduce you to the 20 year old version of me. I live in an old, but stunning apartment building with my host family in Beausoleil, France. In this apartment we share stories and…
It was a crisp fall morning when I met a friend, Amy, of Green Balanced Gal, for coffee. Amy is a health coach, who helps women lead balanced and healthy lives. On this particular morning, I was hoping she would…
Since Pittsburgh winters are often icy cold with snow for days, winter is the perfect season to fill our homes with joy. Think simple activities you can enjoy together. I used to experience a mild seasonal depression, probably because I…
To the indecisive coffee lover searching for their next favorite coffee shop in Pittsburgh – look no further! We scoured the city and listened to your suggestions, creating a list of all the best coffee shops in Pittsburgh. How do…
Congratulations and welcome to the wonderful world of parenting a newborn. Here are some tips that I’ve gathered as a mother of 3. 1. The Big Three There’s no need to stress about every possible thing that could go wrong.…
2022 – What a year! I met professional goals, spent quality time with family, and explored the U.S. My word of the year was embrace, and I chose that word because I wanted to embrace all that the year had…
At-home lifestyle sessions are a laid-back approach to capturing your Pittsburgh newborn. The first few days as a new parent require a crazy learning curve. You’re recovering from your baby’s epic arrival, you're sleep deprived, and you're discovering that swaddling…
We find ourselves watching our waiter pouring Moroccan Tea for us from an alarming height above our teacups. I need not worry, he clearly has mastered this unique custom. We learn that the higher it is poured the more respect…