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Read more about the article How to Prepare Your Baby for Their First Photo Session

How to Prepare Your Baby for Their First Photo Session

  • Post published:August 18, 2025

Tips from a Pittsburgh Newborn Photographer (and Mom of 3!) for a smooth, stress-free experience  Welcoming a new baby into your life is a life-changing experience — and documenting those early days through photography is something you'll value for years…

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Read more about the article Love in the Details: A Newborn Session at Home

Love in the Details: A Newborn Session at Home

  • Post published:August 9, 2025

I’ve had the joy of photographing this family since their oldest was a newborn, and each time I step into their home, it feels like catching up with old friends. I’ve watched their little ones grow, their laughter fill every…

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Read more about the article What to Expect at Your Lifestyle Session with Laura Mares

What to Expect at Your Lifestyle Session with Laura Mares

  • Post published:June 13, 2025

When you think about family photos, it’s easy to picture everyone dressed up in their best clothes, lined up perfectly, smiling at the camera. And while those classic portraits definitely have their place, I believe the real magic happens in…

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Read more about the article Studio vs. In-Home Newborn Photography in Pittsburgh

Studio vs. In-Home Newborn Photography in Pittsburgh

  • Post published:May 23, 2025

As a Pittsburgh newborn photographer, I’m proud to offer two beautiful, meaningful ways to document your baby's earliest days: in-home lifestyle sessions and studio sessions. Both approaches are centered on comfort, connection, and preserving these fleeting moments—but the experience and…

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Read more about the article Capturing Hidden Moments: Pittsburgh Lifestyle Photographer

Capturing Hidden Moments: Pittsburgh Lifestyle Photographer

  • Post published:March 12, 2025

As a Pittsburgh lifestyle photographer, I have the incredible privilege of capturing not only the grand events but also the subtle, often forgotten moments that are easily overlooked in the hustle and bustle of life. In a world where big…

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Read more about the article Capturing a Family’s Journey Through Photography in Pittsburgh

Capturing a Family’s Journey Through Photography in Pittsburgh

  • Post published:November 8, 2024

There’s something truly special about watching a family grow and change over the years, and it’s been a privilege to witness that with this wonderful family here in Pittsburgh. Over the course of eight sessions, including two newborn shoots, I’ve…

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Read more about the article Warmth + Togetherness: Authentic Fall Family Moments

Warmth + Togetherness: Authentic Fall Family Moments

  • Post published:October 24, 2024

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, fall ushers in a season of comfort, warmth, and togetherness. It’s the time of year when cozy blankets, pumpkin spice, and golden sunsets make everything feel a little bit magical.…

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Read more about the article The Soul of Childhood: Capturing Authentic Family Moments

The Soul of Childhood: Capturing Authentic Family Moments

  • Post published:October 3, 2024

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life. But sometimes, the most precious moments are the quiet ones, the ones spent in the comfort of our own homes. Lifestyle sessions…

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Read more about the article The Intimate Beauty of Home: Newborn Sessions

The Intimate Beauty of Home: Newborn Sessions

  • Post published:August 20, 2024

There’s something truly special about capturing the tender moments of a newborn's life in the familiar, cozy setting of your own home. Intimate home sessions offer a unique and personal approach to newborn photography that goes beyond the traditional studio…

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Read more about the article Creating an At-Home Greenhouse – Pittsburgh Photographer

Creating an At-Home Greenhouse – Pittsburgh Photographer

  • Post published:March 3, 2021

Since I grew up in a home full of beautiful houseplants, I thought I'd create a similar at-home greenhouse for my own kids. Even though I hate to admit it, until November 2019 I thought I had a black thumb!…

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Laura Mares Photography, Pittsburgh Newborn and Family Lifestyle Photographer

Laura Mares Photography, Pittsburgh Newborn and Family Lifestyle Photographer

Laura Mares

I am a Pittsburgh based lifestyle photographer for laid back clients wanting a creative and artistic photography experience. My goal is to help people remember the best moments of their lives and highlight the inherent beauty in life by capturing storytelling photographs.
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