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maternity, newborn & family photography in pittsburgh

family dog portrait

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My dad pointed out that our dog, Cody, in so many ways, prepared my husband and I for our parenting journey.  He said that to us in the days after we had to put him down due to an illness that he just couldn’t fight anymore. It didn’t sink in until a few days later….

Saying Goodbye To Our Dog

Spring family photos in the Mexican War Streets Pittsburgh

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We settled on a favorite location of mine, the Northside! It’s beautiful. (Maybe I am biased because my family used to call it home, but it really is a wonderful backdrop, with gorgeous stoop filled streets and a nearby park with little lake/pond.) It’s was a L-O-N-G Winter and on one of the first Spring-ish…

THE S FAMILY: PARI IS ONE (PITTSBURGH FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY)

6 month old laying in bed with Wubba

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So very much change occurs between an in home newborn session and a ‘first birthday’ family session. Baby rolls appear, milestones come and go, little personalities grow BIG. I know that rapid change firsthand as a mother of two, and I noticed a spike in clients requesting to document those “in-between” months. Are they worthy…

SIX MONTHS: MISS LILY (PITTSBURGH FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY)

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Am I the photographer for your family? Maybe! Maybe not. (And that’s okay!) Pittsburgh is filled with talented photographers. Go ahead, Google “Pittsburgh Family Photographer” or something along that line… See? We are many and that’s why finding a photographer to fit your family is so important. You need to click with the person you…

FAQ: FAMILY SESSIONS

ONE YEAR OLD DAUGHTER HELD BY PARENTS

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So… your baby is creeping up on that HUGE first year milestone and you want to remember it. You want to freeze those tiny details before they grow and change again. You want them to be themselves and dive into a cake for the first time. You want to hold them tight and maybe read…

GIA IS ONE! THE P FAMILY AT HOME (PITTSBURGH FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY)

FAMILY | MATERNITY | NEWBORN | FIRST 48 | EXTENDED FAMILY |
FAMILY | MATERNITY | NEWBORN | FIRST 48 | EXTENDED FAMILY |

No added to-dos, just added memories to your life.

You’re busier than you ever thought you’d be. Between chasing toddlers around, work commitments, mastering the art of diaper changes, herding kids to practice, and trying to get some me time, it’s hard to imagine adding anything to your plate.

As a mama of two, I get it!

I'm here to simplify the photography process for you so you can keep focusing on what you need to.

If you want no-stress & natural maternity, newborn, and family photography — I'm your girl.

family photographer in pittsburgh, pa  who gets it

Hi, I'm Melissa!

Say goodbye to unnatural and inauthentic photoshoots. I use a child-led approach to guarantee a fun, stress-free family photography session!

Maternity sessions, for me, are a celebration of your incredible journey, and the overflowing love you already feel for the little human you're about to meet.

The early days with your newborn are like nothing else. We’ll capture all the precious moments that make the sleepless nights and diaper changes all worth it.

newborn

For the whole timeline of life, I got your back.

What I can capture for you.

I'm a mama!

The journey of motherhood is filled with fleeting moments waiting to be treasured. From tips on capturing your little ones' everyday joy to thoughtfully designed presets, my resources are crafted with love for every mama. 

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Whether you're honing your skills or looking to streamline your business, I've curated a collection of resources just for you. Dive into my free guides or explore paid mentorship and educational courses for an in-depth photography and business transformation.

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