Year in Review | Best of 2023
2023 – A year of travel. Every year I like to choose a word of the year to help direct my goals and aspirations for the year. For 2023, I chose “wander,” and it certainly was a year of wander…
Why Family Heirlooms Make Newborn Sessions Memorable
Family heirlooms have a special place in newborn sessions, by adding a touch of personal history and meaningful connections between generations. When you incorporate cherished items into your newborn sessions, you're capturing more than just cute baby photos – you're…
Interview with a Pittsburgh Family
It's always exciting to work with repeat families! It's a pleasure to watch families grow! It wasn't long ago that I had the opportunity to photograph their oldest child for her first birthday and cake smash portraits. This family is…
Preserving Timeless Connections: The Art of Family Photography
Introduction In a fast-paced world, family photography serves as a reminder to slow down and cherish the moments that matter most. Whether it's the candid laughter shared during a picnic, the loving glance exchanged between generations, or the playful antics…
Family Session Interview
Portraits + Interview Summer Family Session at Sunset A rural field with a gorgeous sunset is the perfect location for a family session! Especially for families with young children who enjoy exploring! An Introduction "Do you remember all of your…
Newborn Lifestyle Session Interview
Portraits + Interview Newborn Lifestyle Session Documenting the special early days of families welcoming newborns home fills my heart with joy. The entire process of lifestyle sessions is rewarding - meeting new and returning families, learning their stories, and photographing…
Interview with a Pittsburgh Family
We met for the first time a couple years ago at Vincent's first birthday photo shoot. This year we met again for his little sister's newborn lifestyle session. Shortly after a warm greeting at the door, I saw the family…
Laura Mares Photography honored as “Best Newborn Photographer in Pittsburgh” by Expertise
It’s always an honor to be selected as one of the “Best Newborn Photographers in Pittsburgh” by expertise.com. It is such a compliment to my small business to be ranked among the many amazing local photographers. Expertise is a source to…
Interview with a Pittsburgh Family
When I arrived for our annual family photo session, I was greeted with hugs from each of the three boys. It's such a blessing to progress from family photographer to friend! As we were catching up on the last year,…
SEVEN ideas to make Mother’s Day extra special
7 ideas to make Mother's Day extra special It’s not always easy finding a gift for Mom. After all, how do you say “thank you” to the woman who gives life? Maybe you'd like to celebrate her with with something a…