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maternity, newborn & family photography in pittsburgh

baby bump and older sibling photos

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Time and time again, they open their doors and allow me to capture some of the sweetest family moments and milestones. For that, I am so thankful. I always will be! I adore them all so much and I am incredibly excited that they are growing the family in the coming months. So, this time […]

Coming Soon: Baby H

Pittsburgh Family Gender Reveal Cotton Candy

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You guys…….. IT’S A GIRL! Another sweet family, growing by one. Daddy’s in big, BIG trouble. Mama has style, so does the little lady, and you know that come October there will be another fabulously dressed little miss he gets to worry about. What a seriously lucky guy, surrounded by his girls! For them there […]

The H Family

Pittsburgh Family Lifestyle Photography

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This is the fourth time that I have worked with this family now and I swear that they manage to get more adorable each time. This round was extra amazing too. They added one perfect little lady to the mix and I finally got to meet her! Four sweet (growing way too fast) baby girls […]

The K Family

Pittsburgh Family and Newborn Photographer - Motherhood

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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 Maternity Photography

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So often when I arrive early (always early… I have a fear of being late) to a maternity session, I have a few minutes to reflect on my own pregnancies. Rough stuff, for those of you who don’t know my stories, and as a result, I did not adequately document those months. This is a […]

Baby W is on the way…

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. I take photos of 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 story.

 photographer in pittsburgh, pa 

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.

newborn

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.

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 capturing every moment. 

For Mamas

i'm a business owner!

You didn't start your business to spend your evenings drowning in emails, chasing leads, or rebuilding the same proposal for the tenth time. You started it because you love what you do. I'm here to help you build the systems that give that love room to breathe.


For Creatives + Small Business Owners

Education and Resources

HELPING + SHARING WHAT I KNOW

A place to land for everyone.
Pick the one that fits, and I will only send the info that belongs to you.

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If you feel the same, I'd love to be the one to help you tell your story.

Connection > perfection