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Why Your Home Could be the Best Backdrop for Your Newborn Photos

  • Post published:December 1, 2023

Your place or mine? The first few weeks of having a newborn baby can be both magical time and overwhelming at the same time. Between the feedings, the diaper changes, and the lack of sleep, it can be tough to…

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Personal Branding Spotlight | Dr. Corinne Brown of Modern Moon

  • Post published:November 15, 2023

It's a pleasure to introduce Dr. Corinne Brown! She is an acupuncturist with experience in helping people achieve their health goals. She is compassionate, caring, and takes the time to listen to her patients in order to develop personalized treatment…

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SIX Must Have Photos to Capture Your Brand

  • Post published:November 2, 2023

Branding photos are a powerful way to tell your story and connect with your audience. When planning your branding shoot, brainstorm images that will create a cohesive look and make an impact to truly showcase you and your brand. Let's…

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Lifestyle portrait of a family holding their newborn's feet with their wedding rings on their toes | Photo by Laura Mares Photography, Pittsburgh Lifestyle Newborn Photographer

Why Family Heirlooms Make Newborn Sessions Memorable

  • Post published:October 27, 2023

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…

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Father holding newborn baby at home. Portrait taken by Laura Mares Photography, Pittsburgh Newborn Photographer.

Fill Your Home with Joy this Fall | Pittsburgh Lifestyle Photographer

  • Post published:October 12, 2023

As the leaves change color and the air gets crisp, there is nothing quite like the feeling of fall in Pittsburgh. From pumpkin patches and hayrides to apple orchards and corn mazes, there's something for everyone to enjoy during this…

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Behind the Scenes: Newborn Photo Shoot

  • Post published:September 19, 2023

Behind the scenes of a newborn photo shoot: A look at how to prepare. Newborn photo shoots are a special way to document details from the early moments of your baby's life. But what goes on behind the scenes? Here…

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Mares Family photographed in Wheaton, IL

Through the lens of life: Exploring why photos are invaluable

  • Post published:August 18, 2023

12 reasons we should take photos to document our lives: This week we have been navigating the journey of loosing our beloved dog, Copper. Yesterday I spent time savoring old family photos. I find it nostalgic and even therapeutic. After…

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Newborn Lifestyle Session Interview

  • Post published:July 28, 2023

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…

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family enjoying milkshakes at the milkshake factory in Pittsburgh

My Best Photos – The Shoot & Share Photo Contest

  • Post published:July 14, 2023

Perhaps you may remember that I often enter the Shoot and Share Photo Contest. It is the world's largest photography contest! It is popular, fun, anonymous and completely about the photos. Voting goes on for around a month, and you…

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lifestyle family portrait with kids and dog in living room

Interview with a Pittsburgh Family

  • Post published:July 3, 2023

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…

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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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