What to Expect during a Cake Smash Session
What to Expect during a Cake Smash with Laura Mares Photography I love capturing the joy of a one year old baby and the pride of his or her parents during a cake smash photo shoot! I hope you are…
Differences between Lifestyle and Portrait Photography Sessions
I’ve received this query from a few of my clients over the years, I decided it's time to share my thoughts on this common question on the blog. At-Home Lifestyle What is a Lifestyle Session? The basic outline of a…
Jewelry + Fashion Tips to Look Your Best at Your Next Photo Shoot
Are you overwhelmed about deciding what to wear to your upcoming photoshoot? As a Pittsburgh lifestyle photographer, I enjoy planning my own family's outfits for photoshoots but I realize that this can cause stress for others! I was recently at a Premier Designs…
SEVEN Tips to Prepare Your Children for Your Family Photo Session
7 Tips to Prepare Your Children for an Awesome Photo Session As a Pittsburgh family photographer, I have run across a theme far too often: a grumpy child who has just received a stern talking-to in the car before the…
1st Birthday Spotlight – Pittsburgh Family Photographer
How did you and your spouse meet? Through his cousin, it was long-distance but communication and effort from both of us made it possible. What do you enjoy about living in the Pittsburgh area? Pittsburgh has a small city feel…
1st Birthday Spotlight – Pittsburgh Baby Photographer
How did you and your spouse meet? We both attended Wheeling Jesuit University and met when we had the same undergraduate class. What do you enjoy about living in the Pittsburgh area? We love the opportunities that this city has…
Family Spotlight – Pittsburgh Family Photographer
How did you and your spouse meet? We met in Philadelphia through a mutual friend - and he never lets us forget it! What do you enjoy about living in the Pittsburgh area? Pittsburgh always lands on those liveable cities…
Family Spotlight – Pittsburgh Lifestyle Photographer
Every year I set 10 business goals. One of my goals for 2019 was to find more laid back and adventurous clients. This family was exactly what I had in mind! We had fun hanging out in this beautiful location…
Family Spotlight – Pittsburgh Family Photographer
To be honest, some families are easier to photograph than others. Although toddlers are adorable, they aren't always agreeable! Even though I'm almost always up for a challenge, it was a treat to photograph this family with two "big" girls…
1st Birthday Spotlight – Pittsburgh Family Photographer
The biggest compliment I ever receive is when a family contacts me to book another photo session. It's an honor to work with repeat customers and I treasure when clients become friends. I'm excited to introduce you to another amazing…