Elena K: Phipp's Conservatory Senior Photography

I love a good challenge. Anything that forces me to problem-solve or find a solution makes me excited. Upon arriving to Phipp's for Elena's session, we encountered lots of traffic and nightmarish parking. Why? Because we had unknowingly chosen to photograph Elena on Phipp's "free day," where Phipp's gave complimentary admission to anyone who walked through their doors. The place was packed, for good reason. But I had my challenge, and Elena was willing to face it with me. We avoided pedestrians, spectators, and grazers, and came up with some beautiful photos for her senior photo session.

Fun fact: Elena won free Moe's burritos for an entire year (one per week), starting just a couple of weeks ago. Congratulations on your last year of high school and your many burritos to come! ;)

Jacob M: North Shore Senior Photography

There are so many things I love about photographing people on Pittsburgh's North Shore. The mean reason: so much diversity! I love being able to photograph my subjects in so many different environments and settings, all within a short walking distance. Between the Andy Warhol bridge, the river, and PNC Park, you really can't go wrong with a North Shore session. Here are a few of my favorites from Jacob's senior shoot!

Leah B: Cathedral of Learning Senior Photography

Leah's senior session took place in Oakland at the Cathedral of Learning - one of my favorite places to shoot! We hit it at just the right time, too - there were so many beautiful flowers and greenery for this gorgeous girl's photos! And check out her last dress (from Altar'd State). Talk about great style! Thanks for an awesome time, Leah - we loved taking your photos!

Lauren G (Molly): North Park Senior Photography

Five years ago, my high school (Eden Christian Academy) put on a production of the musical "Annie." Somehow, I landed the part of Miss Hannigan: a mean, crazy lady who ran an orphanage for girls in New York. During the musical, I was able to bond with a small group of middle school girls who were cast as my orphans. Lauren G. was cast as "Molly," the youngest orphan and Annie's best friend. Over the past few years, I've had the privilege of taking senior photos for quite a few of my orphans who I love, but it's hard to believe I'm finally taking photos for the youngest (Molly), who's a graduating senior this upcoming year! Besides being "Molly" many years ago in "Annie," Lauren is an extremely accomplished runner (check out her sweet shoes below), so we decided to take photos at one of her favorite running spots - North Park! 

It was an honor to take your senior photos, not-so-little Molly! You are a wonderful human being and you are going to do awesome things.

Brooke M: Brush Creek Park Senior Photography (Cranberry Township Photographer)

Brooke tagged along for Nicole H.'s senior session earlier this summer and decided that she wanted us to take her senior photos, too! We met with Brooke on a gorgeous morning at Brush Creek Park - how gorgeous is this girl?! Good luck on the start of your senior year, Brooke!

Ben. C: North Boundary Park Senior Photography

We started Ben's senior session out at his house with his bike (isn't it awesome?!), and then took a short drive over to North Boundary Park, where we found some killer light and great scenery. Thanks for an awesome time, Ben! Congrats on your last year!

Best Friends: Callie + Jenna in Downtown Pittsburgh

Callie and Jenna are two high school best friends who will be attending colleges in the fall hundreds of miles away from each other. What better way to commemorate a best friendship than with a photo session? :) Even though the rain didn't want to cooperate during the end of our first shoot (prohibiting us from getting photos on the Roberto Clemente bridge), we rescheduled and took some extra photos on a gorgeous (and humid!) summer morning. I am so lucky to have been able to photograph this friendship! Best of luck to you both, Callie and Jenna!

Nicole H: North Park Senior Photography

Nicole was an absolute blast to photograph! I've known this pretty lady since she was in seventh grade... and now she's a graduating senior! Time flies. Congratulations on your last year of school, Nicole!

Woodland Styled Sister Portraits

It's always an honor when someone asks me to give them some photography tips. I've become a huge fan of helping people through figuring out their camera, their lenses, and their lighting (even though I still have so much to learn myself!). Recently, I met a lovely lady who I've been mentoring in photography, and we decided to style a little mini-shoot to practice shooting. Her daughters were the models, and they did a fantastic job! Some of my favorites are below: 

Sister Portraits | Cranberry Township Headshots

You might recognize these two little ladies from a family shoot back in 2014! These two ladies are pursuing child modeling, and I think you'll agree - they are definitely going places! This session took place in the family's home (called a lifestyle session). I absolutely love creating photos in clients' homes (especially when it's 5 degrees outside ;) )! There's something so personal about taking photos in an environment that the subject is connected to. Enjoy just a few of my favorites from the shoot below: