Skip to content
AWARD WINNING PITTSBURGH PHOTOGRAPHER
Laura Mares Photography logo
  • Home
  • Start Here
  • Services
    • Couples
    • Editorial
    • Family
    • Lifestyle
    • Newborn
    • Personal Branding
    • Senior
    • Travel
  • Blog
  • Get in touch
Menu Close
  • Home
  • Start Here
  • Services
    • Couples
    • Editorial
    • Family
    • Lifestyle
    • Newborn
    • Personal Branding
    • Senior
    • Travel
  • Blog
  • Get in touch
Search this website

rural location

  1. Home>
  2. Blog Posts>
  3. rural location
senior guy portraits at golden hour in rural setting

Natural Outdoor Session near Pittsburgh

  • Post published:August 24, 2026

Your senior year is a milestone to capture. It's a special moment to document exactly who you are right now. Two years ago, I stood in this exact location photographing Jaycob's older brother. Returning to this familiar backdrop felt less…

Continue ReadingNatural Outdoor Session near Pittsburgh
senior guy sitting in nature

High School Senior Interview

  • Post published:August 26, 2022

It's exciting to feature the first senior of the class of 2023. Let me introduce a senior from Mt. Lebanon High School, a soccer player, dog lover and generally great guy, Owen. We met at my home studio for a…

Continue ReadingHigh School Senior Interview
portrait of a senior girl standing on a bridge in downtown Pittsburgh

Let Your Personality Shine – Pittsburgh Senior Photographer

  • Post published:March 5, 2021

Let Your Personality Shine Through Senior Portraits  Sadly, I find it’s all too common that senior portraits tend to be viewed as a cookie cutter, one-size-fits-all experience. Part of my mission as a Pittsburgh senior photographer is to provide the…

Continue ReadingLet Your Personality Shine – Pittsburgh Senior Photographer
golden hour senior portrait near Pittsburgh

Senior Pictures Interview – Pittsburgh Portrait Photographer

  • Post published:December 18, 2020

I'm so excited to share my latest interview with a high school senior! I have grown particularly fond of senior photo sessions these past years as I love that senior girls enjoy contributing ideas and concepts to the process. Makenna…

Continue ReadingSenior Pictures Interview – Pittsburgh Portrait Photographer
Family of five posing naturally for a family portrait near Pittsburgh, PA

Family Interview | Pittsburgh Family Photographer

  • Post published:December 16, 2020

As soon as I met this gorgeous and outgoing family I knew it was going to be a blast! The black and white color scheme was such a classic but the best part about this family was their collective sense…

Continue ReadingFamily Interview | Pittsburgh Family Photographer
picture of a couple holding hands and walking toward the sunset on a rural field in the south hills of Pittsburgh

Senior Session Series: Rustic Location

  • Post published:April 3, 2020

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…

Continue ReadingSenior Session Series: Rustic Location
family of three on rural field

1st Birthday Spotlight – Pittsburgh Family Photographer

  • Post published:December 12, 2019

The biggest compliment I ever receive is when a family contacts me to book another photo session. It's an honor to work with repeat customers and I treasure when clients become friends. I'm excited to introduce you to another amazing…

Continue Reading1st Birthday Spotlight – Pittsburgh Family Photographer
Senior Photos in Pittsburgh. Photo by Laura Mares Photography, Pittsburgh Senior Photographer

Senior Pictures Spotlight – Pittsburgh Senior Photographer

  • Post published:October 28, 2019

Taking senior portraits is quickly becoming one of my favorite types of sessions. It's such a joy to get to know each senior while taking their senior pictures. Bella is an amazing girl who radiates love for all around her.…

Continue ReadingSenior Pictures Spotlight – Pittsburgh Senior Photographer

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.
  • Opens in a new tab
  • Opens in a new tab
  • Opens in a new tab
Press Escape to close the search panel.

Categories

  • Children + Family
  • Couples
  • Editorial
  • Lifestyle
  • Newborn + Maternity
  • Personal Branding
  • Pittsburgh
  • Seniors
  • Travel
  • Updates + Tips
Laura Mares Photography logo
CAPTURING COUPLES • FAMILY • SENIORS • LIFESTYLE • NEWBORN • PERSONAL BRANDING © 2026 LAURA MARES PHOTOGRAPHY