Our Family’s Favorite Paleo Recipes
Our Family's Favorite Paleo Desserts I am sure many of you are all to familiar with the common theme diets seem to follow. At first you are ecstatic at the prospect of losing those fifteen pounds in less than one…
FIVE Great Games to Play at Family Game Night
5 Great Games to Play at Family Game Night Family game night...a time dedicated to some good, old-fashioned fun. For as long as I can remember, I always have loved the creative and thought provoking side of games, and of…
10 Great Locations for Family Pictures in Pittsburgh
Ten Great Locations to Take Family Pictures in Pittsburgh A family picture is a big deal, and you want to make sure your family looks its best at the next photo session.That being said, you need to make sure you…
SIX Tips for the Perfect Family Photo Shoot
Whether your oldest is graduating from college, or if you've just had your first baby and want to capture them at their smallest, there's never a bad time to schedule a family photo shoot!However, if you're not comfortable in front…
How to Prepare for a 1st Birthday Session and Cake Smash
Cake smash sessions are a fun and joyful way to commemorate the milestone of your baby's first birthday. Location We can meet in a studio, local park or in your home. What to wear Most babies are photographed in two outfits,…
1st Birthday Spotlight – Baby Portraits
Baby Spotlight: 1st Birthday Portraits Are you from the Pittsburgh area? We are originally from the Pittsburgh area, but for the past nine years have lived in Connecticut. We just moved back a few months ago. Do you have any…
1st Birthday Spotlight – Baby Portraits
Family Interview & First Birthday Portrait Session What was your baby's height and weight at birth? Our baby was 22 inches, 11 lbs 6 oz What is your baby's current height and weight? 30.5 inches, 28 lbs Do you have…
Family Spotlight – Family and Engagement Portraits
Family Photos in Studio and Outdoor Engagement Photos Recently a family from Indonesia came to the studio for family and engagement portrait photography. They met in Pittsburgh for just a short visit before heading off into different directions again. Some…
Ella & Tutu – Tutu’s 2nd Birthday Party
Ella & Tutu: Tutu’s Birthday Party Story by Anna Mares. Doll by Lenna McGraw. Photos by Laura Mares, Pittsburgh Child Photographer. Today Ella has decided to throw a birthday party for Tutu. She invited all of Tutu's friends to join…
FOUR Family Friendly Events in Pittsburgh
Four Family Friendly Events in Pittsburgh As a Pittsburgh family photographer, I am always looking for fun things to do with my own children around the city. Today's guest post is from Pittsburgh Limousine Bus. I'd love to hear what…