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Every year, as we all gear up to celebrate or remember the mamas we hold in our hearts, some of the best writers manage to pull it off. They write about mothers from all angels and those words blow me away. They capture what it is to be a mother and love a mother. These […]

Mother’s Day

Pittsburgh Family and Newborn Photographer - Motherhood

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They are hand holders, when their little ones are taking those first steps. They are encouragers, when their kiddos are belting out ANOTHER verse of that Frozen song. They are the strong, yet cozy arms that their sweet newborns fall into when their mamas need a break. They give THE. BEST. HUGS. They are fathers […]

Dads… we love ’em

Pittsburgh Family and Newborn Photography

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For the past few weeks, I’ve been starring at my September/October/November calendar and thinking… WOAH. I’m humbled by the number of families (both repeat and new clients) who have looked at my work and said, “Yep, that’s the photographer for my family this Fall!” (xoxo) The jam-packed months ahead have me being VERY protective of my own family time. […]

Putting Family First

Pittsburgh Family Photographer
FAMILY | MATERNITY | NEWBORN | FIRST 48 | EXTENDED FAMILY | SENIORS | BRANDS | NON-PROFITS |
FAMILY | MATERNITY | NEWBORN | FIRST 48 | EXTENDED FAMILY | SENIORS | BRANDS | NON-PROFITS |

Where your story is turned into something you can come back to. Photography for the life you’re living and the legacy you’re building.

Life moves faster than we expect. Seasons shift, kids grow, businesses evolve.

My role, on either side of the work, is to handle what gets in the way so you can stay present in your own life. Photography that documents what matters. Systems that protect the time and energy behind it.

You want images that reflect who you are, what you’ve built, and where you’re headed next.  That's the work.

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Hi, I'm Melissa.

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.

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Your family, senior, and portrait photographer in Pittsburgh, PA for every season.

Good stories are worth telling.

Documenting and celebrating, before that next big chapter begins. Senior sessions focus on natural and effortless 'posing' to create confident imagery!

Say goodbye to unnatural photoshoots. I use a child-led approach to guarantee a fun, stress-free experience. Roll with it and we'll make magic.

Your non-profit is making the world a better place, one event or community outing at a time. I'm here to document that so you can tell the world about the impact!

Approachability matters and everyone needs a solid headshot! Your small business or personal brand should have images that speak to what you have to offer.

One list for families and life seasons. One for solopreneurs and systems. Pick the one that fits, and I will only send the version that belongs to you.

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