The majority of well-established companies know their brand well. They live it, breath it and their customers know it too. What happens when the business is newer and wants to reach clients in a more personable way? This was the situation for Amy Altieri, an Integrative Health…
A drippy sunset with the perfect blend of peach, red and yellow is hard to find–but after many years of professional sunset searching, I’ve discovered some of the most beautiful sunset locations in Pittsburgh. So, Pittsburgh Seniors, get ready for all the best kept secrets on where…
Laura Mares Photography Awarded Best Portrait Photographer in Pittsburgh It's an honor to share that Expertise has included me on the 2022 list of the 22 best portrait photographers and 26 best newborn photographers in Pittsburgh, PA. Many thanks to Expertise for including Laura Mares Photography on their…
If you are expecting a newborn baby, it can be hard to google and find the right photographer for you. Since every Pittsburgh based photographer offers different options, I want to share more about having a newborn session with me! I offer two types of newborn sessions,…
I don’t know about you, but planning out what Mother’s Day gifts to give my friends and mother is always incredibly difficult. I end up searching online and finding a bunch of clunky dollar store crafts and gifts that somehow fail to convey, “Thanks for being an…
I’m a 7, and I think I fit it pretty well. Traditionally, Enneagram 7s love having fun and finding adventure. As a photographer, my job responsibilities allow me to explore, meet new people and stay spontaneous! I’m sure a lot of you know what enneagram types are–they’re…
As a photographer, I strive to capture authentic moments of joy in my photographs. As opposed to posed and perfect images, I believe that the strongest ones are those that convey a story. Depending on what you are booking, those storylines may look different. Maybe you just…
As you begin planning for your branding session, there’s seemingly infinite choices to make. What location? When? What props should I bring? And, of course, what should I wear? This blog post clears up some of the most important things to consider while sculpting your brand session…
Hoping to shed everything pandemic? You aren’t alone! Part of the reason I love fashion is because it reflects your personality and emotion! Right about now, I’m in the mood for something new! So, I collected some new trends I’ve been noticing on social media, in fashion…
What a joy to photograph this sweet family again! This newborn session was for their youngest, a boy! Newborn sessions are often quiet, allowing us to get to know each other. We enjoyed talking about colleges, concerts and family. The two girls were extremely cooperative and enjoyed…