10 Tips to have the BEST Birthday Cake Smash Photos From the ages 1 to even 40, cake smashes are the perfect way to celebrate the turning of age in an exciting and low-stress environment. Please read these ten tips…
1st Birthday Spotlight - Pittsburgh Baby Photographer Mellon Park is my favorite location to take portraits in Pittsburgh. I've been going there for years, but every time I go I see new angles for taking portraits. Kennedy is an easy…
A common question I am asked is, "What happens if the weather doesn't cooperate?" Well, this family definitely knows the answer - we reschedule within a week or so of the original portrait date. Unfortunately, due to poor weather conditions…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8K6OUe3bHY Preparing for your Family Photo Session Here are three things to think about when planning your family photo session. First is what type of session would you like to book. I offer two options: lifestyle and portrait. Lifestyle leans…
So first of all it is important to decide what your personal style entails. Take a moment to reflect on where you feel most confident… quiet rustic tones or big city backdrops. Additionally, decide what would blend in with your fashion choices best. This makes all the difference. I have years of experience shooting at a multitude of locations around Pittsburgh, please feel free to look through my galleries for example to decide what would work best for you (and your family).
Read an interview with a Pittsburgh mom on the Laura Mares Photography blog. If you’re looking for a Pittsburgh family photographer to capture the memories for your family don’t hesitate to get in touch!
My kids and I recently came up with a crazy idea... we went on an eight hour, eight location photoshoot!
Have you scheduled your family portrait session with Laura Mares Photography? Read these 10 tips to prepare for your session.
Family Interview & First Birthday Portrait Session What was your baby's height and weight at birth? Our baby was 22 inches, 11 lbs 6 oz What is your baby's current height and weight? 30.5 inches, 28 lbs Do you have…