Named to Expertise's Best Pittsburgh Portrait Photographers List – Honored to Be Recognized Again in 2025 I’m incredibly grateful and humbled to share that I’ve been recognized as one of the Best Portrait Photographers in Pittsburgh by Expertise again in…
As a lifestyle branding photographer in Pittsburgh, I specialize in helping personal brands—entrepreneurs, creatives, and small business owners—build authentic, visual identities that resonate with their audiences. Your personal brand is more than just your business; it’s you. It's about how…
Want your upcoming portrait session to be a smashing success? Here are some tips to help you make the most of your time in front of the camera: Plan ahead Take the time to think about the purpose and mood…
Laura Mares Photography Awarded Best Portrait Photographer in Pittsburgh It's an honor to share that Expertise has included me on the 2022 list of the 22 best portrait photographers and 26 best newborn photographers in Pittsburgh, PA. Many thanks to Expertise…
As you begin planning for your branding session, there’s seemingly infinite choices to make. What location? When? What props should I bring? And, of course, what should I wear? This blog post clears up some of the most important things…
Since winter weather in Pittsburgh can be unpredictable we decided to rent a studio in Downtown Pittsburgh for this baby girl's first birthday. The winter is often a slower time for photographers so it was an especially fun day of…
Laura Mares Photography Awarded Best Portrait Photographer in Pittsburgh It's an honor to share that Expertise has included me on the 2020 list of the 22 best portrait photographers in Pittsburgh, PA. Many thanks to Expertise for including Laura Mares Photography…
Why Choose Laura Mares Photography to Capture Your Senior Photos 1. A Personalized Experience My daughter was recently speaking with a friend, a senior at Mt. Lebanon High School, who had his senior pictures taken last fall. He described the…
Five Reasons to Choose Mellon Park for Your Senior Portrait Session Choosing a location, for such a moment as special as your end of high school photo shoot, can sometimes feel daunting. If that's the case for you, I’ve decided…
Five Reasons to Choose a Rustic Setting for Your Senior Portrait Session Choosing the location for your end of high school photo shoot is a daunting task. This is why I pride myself on my ability to photograph sessions at…