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Your Headshot Is Not About Being Perfect—It’s About Being You

  • Post published:January 16, 2026

Around here, people tend to show up as they are. And honestly, that’s exactly what makes a great headshot. If the words “headshot session” immediately bring up thoughts of being perfectly posed, flawlessly styled, or somehow needing to become more…

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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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The Heart Behind My Photography Business

  • Post published:November 20, 2024

Running a small business can sometimes cause us to lose sight of the 'why' behind what we do, with all the tasks and details to manage. But staying connected to the passion and purpose that started it all is essential.…

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Capturing the World: Gear Insights from a Pittsburgh Photographer

  • Post published:September 11, 2024

As a photographer who loves to travel and capture the world through my camera, having the right gear is crucial. Over the years, I've experimented with a range of cameras, lenses, and accessories to find the perfect combination for my…

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The Unexpected Perks: What It’s Really Like to be a Photographer

  • Post published:April 10, 2024

The life of a photographer often seems glamorous. We capture breathtaking landscapes, document life's most precious moments, and carry a tool that has the power to freeze time itself. Beyond the beautiful imagery and creative control lies a treasure trove…

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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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FIVE Tips from Pittsburgh’s Kennywood Fanatic

  • Post published:September 16, 2022

“Woooo!” “Oh yeah” “Haha” In July, two of my kids and I went to Kennywood. We rode my childhood favorite Jack Rabbit, relished the classic Potato Patch fries, and waited in countless lines. We rode nearly everything, but were halted…

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Pittsburgh Newborn Sessions with Laura Mares Photography 

  • Post published:August 6, 2022

Maybe you just found out you’re expecting and can’t wait to schedule a newborn session that captures your family’s new addition, or maybe you gave birth a week ago and are frantically trying to book a session before your baby's…

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SIX Tips for the Night Before Your Newborn Lifestyle Session

  • Post published:July 8, 2022

I started focusing on newborn lifestyle sessions back in 2017 because it offers a more natural, holistic approach to documenting your new family member. Opposed to the more static, classic portraits that feature your child with a myriad of props,…

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Personal Branding Sessions vs. Professional Headshots

  • Post published:June 3, 2022

Professional Portraits The confident smile of a new business owner, pensive gaze of a focused artist, and carefree laugh of a photographer are just some of the stories I’ve had the privilege of telling through branding photography. A trending style…

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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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