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…
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…
Is lifestyle photography right for my family? A recent movement in newborn and family photography is to have photo sessions in your own home. This allows for a more natural, comfortable atmosphere that accentuates the raw, authentic emotion of your…
I started focusing on newborn lifestyle sessions back in 2017 because it offers a more natural, holistic approach to documenting your new family member. Opposed to the more static, classic portraits that feature your child with a myriad of props,…
It's a joy to meet new clients and photograph their growing families! I first met this couple for their maternity portraits at a local greenhouse. We had a great time talking about our families and discussing our upcoming newborn lifestyle…
As you and your family begin planning your photo session to commemorate your little one, you’ll need to choose between a studio and lifestyle session. Here’s a link to my blog post detailing the differences between lifestyle and portrait photography!…
Bringing home your newborn is a memorable event. It's such a special opportunity to be able to "freeze" time by inviting a newborn photographer into your home to capture the special details. Some of my favorite portraits are documenting baby's…
Whether you’ve scheduled your Lifestyle Session or are deciding whether it’s the best choice for you and your family, take the time to read through the main tips that will make your lifestyle photo session a success! 1. Choose…
Sometimes the stars align and you meet a wonderful, laid-back, snuggly family in a stunningly renovated historic Pittsburgh home. Combining an incredible family, a beautiful baby, modern Bohemian decor and a sweet Siberian husky would bring joy to any lifestyle…