As a newborn lifestyle photographer, I enjoy capturing some of the most precious moments in a family's life. Photographs are more than just snapshots; they are the foundation of memories that can be cherished for generations. One of the best…
12 reasons we should take photos to document our lives: This week we have been navigating the journey of loosing our beloved dog, Copper. Yesterday I spent time savoring old family photos. I find it nostalgic and even therapeutic. After…
Perhaps you may remember that I often enter the Shoot and Share Photo Contest. It is the world's largest photography contest! It is popular, fun, anonymous and completely about the photos. Voting goes on for around a month, and you…
Displaying photographs in our homes is more important than many realize. Let's consider how photographs have the power to: Spark joy, nostalgia and love. Express thoughts, feelings and memories that cannot be communicated with words. Simplify the vast experience of…
color theory Today, we will focus on color. I want you to notice how colors interact with each other. Once you learn to see color, it can transform the quality of your photos! Let's examine five ways to explore color.…
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…
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…
VOICE is a celebrated annual photography competition for photographers to share real stories. Over 40,000 images are entered each year, making it one of the most powerful documentations of photographers around the world. The VOICE announced the winner this week.…
Creating a home studio is easier than you think! Perhaps for me the most difficult aspect was buying too much of the wrong stuff! I aim to keep a studio functional, comfortable, and simple. Other than your actual camera and…
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…