I love a cozy in-home newborn session. It’s even better when I’ve already had the chance to work with the family during a maternity session! Heading back to a familiar place after they welcomed their little guy made the morning feel like a breeze. I knew the couple. I knew the space. And I was…
Living in a cold climate means you are always ready for Spring. April (and even March) gives you those glimpses of warmer, sunny days — but the truth is, early spring still brings some chilly days. Full trees and gorgeous flowers don’t really kick in until early May. Here are a few things to think…
There is no way of knowing what it’s like to bring a baby home until you do it for the first time! There is excited anticipation, nervousness and everything in between! Amplify these feelings by a thousand when you have been waiting and praying for a little one for quite some time. While my own…
Every year I try to throw out a few Wish List locations to my clients. These are locations I would love to do a shoot but either nobody has ever requested it or maybe it’s been a while and I want to check the location out again and see what comes of it! For this…
Newborn sessions have been nonstop this year! Add in some birthday sessions and maternity and I was definitely ready for a getaway with my kiddos spring break last week! Vacations with kids are somewhat exhausting. But armed with lots of coffee and better sleep, I was ready to hit the ground running as soon as…
First birthdays and new-to-me families are always a win in my book — especially when the birthday girl is as absolutely adorable as last weekend’s little one. Here’s something that happens more often than you’d think: you have every good intention of booking a newborn session, and then suddenly, baby arrives, life gets beautifully overwhelming,…
It’s no secret toddlers have energy — I mean, a lot of energy. And while a newborn session is technically about the newest addition to the family, sometimes it’s the toddler who steals the show. It happens naturally. That unstoppable get-up-and-go attitude that carries them from one side of the room to the other in…
There’s something incredibly special about photographing a new baby at home—right where the family’s story is unfolding. This recent in-home newborn lifestyle session was full of sweet sibling moments, toddler energy, and one beautifully sleepy baby girl. A Family Connection That Made This Session Extra Special One of my favorite parts of this session was…
Want to know one of my favorite locations for maternity sessions—especially in Pittsburgh during the winter? Your home! 🤍 People often overlook using their home as a backdrop for a maternity session, but I’m here to tell you… add it to the list of possible locations. What better spot than the place you feel most…
Newborn lifestyle sessions are absolutely about that sweet little nugget — the newest member of your family 🤍 But when there’s an older sibling involved (especially in that toddler era!), sometimes it becomes a little more about them… and guess what? I am completely OK with that! I will always prioritize your little one, but…