2025 - A Year of Storytelling as a Pittsburgh Lifestyle Photographer Storyteller was my word of the year. It meant paying attention, noticing what was happening as it happened, and letting moments be imperfect and meaningful. This year wasn’t about…
Some of the most memorable photographs aren’t the ones you meticulously plan—they’re the fleeting, unscripted moments that happen in the in-between. As a Pittsburgh lifestyle photographer, I’ve spent years learning that while lighting, composition, and styling are important, it’s often…
Christmas vacation has always held a special kind of warmth for me. Maybe it’s the slower mornings, the twinkling lights that seem to glow a little longer, or the way kids find wonder in even the simplest traditions. As a…
As a Pittsburgh photographer who loves documenting genuine family stories, I know Thanksgiving week brings a rare opportunity—an entire day (or even several) when loved ones gather in the same home, surrounded by warm food, cozy décor, and shared traditions.…
I’ve had the pleasure of photographing this amazing family for years now, and each session feels like catching up with old friends. This time, we decided to do something a little different—riding the trolley and wandering around downtown Pittsburgh together.…
Photographing this family over the last four years has been a joy. Each session has felt like catching up with old friends—full of easy laughter, playful energy, and the kind of genuine connection that’s a privilege to witness. This year,…
When I met my husband, who grew up in the picturesque Czech city of Olomouc, I had no idea how his world would quietly weave itself into mine. Today, our life in Pittsburgh blends Czech traditions, American habits, and a…
Welcoming a new baby is one of life’s most tender and fleeting seasons. Those first few weeks are filled with sleepy snuggles, tiny details, and quiet moments that deserve to be remembered—just as they are. While studio portraits can be…
It usually starts with a nudge. Mom mentions family photos—maybe for the holidays, maybe because the kids are growing too fast—and Dad gives a polite smile, already picturing a long afternoon of forced grins and itchy shirts. The kids? They're…
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…