Every fall, my calendar fills with senior sessions—and each one reminds me that this work is about so much more than taking a nice photo. Senior portraits are a chance to pause time and celebrate a major life transition. It’s…
Sun-drenched blooms bursting with color, a charming brick wall adorned with ivy – the setting couldn't have been more perfect for capturing the vibrancy of a teenager. Meet Ivy, a high school senior whose infectious sweetness and easygoing nature turned…
Sunshine, stunning scenery, and a senior bursting with infectious happiness – that's the recipe for a beautiful portrait session, and that's exactly what I got when I met Lyla for her senior photoshoot! Our journey took us on a delightful…
Incorporating flowers into your senior portraits during the spring and summer months is an amazing way to add vibrant colors and textures in your senior photos! Flower field portraits add depth and interest to really make your senior photos pop! The…
Graduating from high school is a huge milestone in your life. In addition to capturing you during your senior photo shoot, consider also featuring your amazing dog(s) while still focusing on your unique personality in beautiful locations around Pittsburgh. It's…
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…
Over the years, I've had the pleasure to work with several guest bloggers. Today's guest blogger is one of my favorites! She's a talented writer, creative photographer and excellent public speaker, my daughter, Anna Mares. As my photography assistant, she…
There’s no reason why choosing outfits for your senior session needs to be stressful! I’m here to change that stereotype and ensure it’s an easy, fun and painless experience. Choosing your outfit doesn’t have to be a crazy stressful, day-of…
As a photographer, I strive to capture authentic moments of joy in my photographs. As opposed to posed and perfect images, I believe that the strongest ones are those that convey a story. Depending on what you are booking, those…
Early last fall I met Molly for her senior photo session at one of my favorite rural locations. As we were parking I noticed the magical sunset for our golden hour shoot and couldn't wait for our session to begin!…