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Portrait of Laura Mares, Pittsburgh Newborn Photographer. Photograph by Laurie Donavan Photography.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pittsburgh Photographer Laura Mares

  • Post published:October 24, 2025

As a Pittsburgh photographer, I often get questions from clients who want to know what to expect before booking. My goal is to make your session experience natural, authentic, and enjoyable from start to finish.Whether you’re scheduling a lifestyle or…

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lifestyle portrait of mother holding newborn baby

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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How to Prepare for Your Newborn Photo Session: A Parent’s Guide

  • Post published:December 28, 2024

Welcoming a newborn is one of life’s most beautiful and exciting milestones. And what better way to preserve those precious early moments than with a newborn photo session? Whether you're a first-time parent or have gone through the process before,…

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Minimalist Newborn Photography: The Beauty of Simplicity

  • Post published:September 6, 2024

Minimalist newborn photography has increased in popularity over the last several years for its clean, uncluttered aesthetic. I embraced this style because I am drawn to keeping the focus on newborn babies. By removing unnecessary elements, minimalist photography makes the…

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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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lifestyle portrait of a toddler looking at newborn brother's toes while mom and dad hold both children
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Don’t take my word for it: What my newborn lifestyle clients say

  • Post published:July 1, 2023

As a small-business owner, I cherish the kind words and appreciation of clients. It’s why I do what I do, after all! I love helping families find and celebrate what makes them unique. My newborn photography work strives to highlight…

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Pittsburgh Newborn Photographer on Stress-free Memory Making

  • Post published:December 19, 2022

At-home lifestyle sessions are a laid-back approach to capturing your Pittsburgh newborn. The first few days as a new parent require a crazy learning curve. You’re recovering from your baby’s epic arrival, you're sleep deprived, and you're discovering that swaddling…

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FIVE Reasons to Love Newborn Lifestyle Sessions

  • Post published:March 10, 2022

As you and your family begin planning your photo session to commemorate your little one, you’ll need to choose between a studio and lifestyle session. Here’s a link to my blog post detailing the differences between lifestyle and portrait photography!…

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Newborn Family Interview

  • Post published:August 6, 2021

How did you and your spouse meet? We met during our senior year at Penn State! What are your family’s favorite things to do in and around Pittsburgh? We love to be outside as much as possible, whether it's hiking,…

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Simple, natural newborn studio portrait taken by Laura Mares Photography, Pittsburgh Newborn Photographer

Newborn Interview – Pittsburgh Newborn Photographer

  • Post published:April 9, 2021

At my newborn studio sessions, you can expect to have a fun and relaxed experience. When you enter my peaceful, little greenhouse home studio, you'll hear music streaming, smell lavender diffusing, and you are welcome to sip a cappuccino. We…

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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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