Engagement Mini Session in North Park for Patrice Carter

Engagement Mini Session in North Park for Patrice Carter

Spring and summer mini sessions in Pittsburgh’s North Park.

Patrice Carter wanted fun and intimate portraits with her fiancé. We were blessed with a warm sunny day on the lake shore. The newly engaged couple looked happy and very much in love. Just perfect conditions for a successful photo session!

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Family Mini Session in Pittsburgh for Lauren Perlis
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Family Mini Session in Pittsburgh for Lauren Perlis

Mini sessions in Pittsburgh’s Mellon Park.

It was a pleasure to meet Laurel Perils and her family on a bright sunny morning in Mellon Park. The kids really enjoyed running around and the parents’ task was to react quickly when an opportunity to pose as a family presented itself. I had to be fast enough to find myself in the right place at the right time, expose, compose, focus and press click. No pressure. ))

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Winter Mini Session at Phipps for Leanne Elliott and her family
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Winter Mini Session at Phipps for Leanne Elliott and her family

Family Mini sessions at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.

Have you ever seen a 9-months old baby smiling and looking at the camera for all 30 minutes: no tears, not even a trace of dissatisfaction, just a pure bundle of joy? I now have! It’s Leanne Eliott’s little son. We were able to create so many photographic memories for this family, what you see here is just a small fraction of their gallery. :-)

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Winter Mini Session at Phipps for Noah Robbins and his family
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Winter Mini Session at Phipps for Noah Robbins and his family

Family Mini sessions at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.

It was the second time I photographed Noah Robbins, his parents Michaela and Dave.  It was great to re-connect with them again. Noah made great progress and looked strong, happy and handsome! This time the family came with the grandparents, all dressed in themed, beautifully created costumes - Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Captain Hook, John Darling and Mr Smee.  We had a blast creating a story for their family album. 

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Winter Mini Session at Phipps for Spencer Kingman and his family
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Winter Mini Session at Phipps for Spencer Kingman and his family

Family Mini sessions at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.

Spencer Kingman brought his family fully prepared for the inclement weather, armed with five umbrellas in case of the forecasted torrential rain. We got lucky and had a blast creating group and individual portraits for all the family. Love their outfits in jewel colors - a perfect way to look gorgeous in any season.

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Winter Mini Session at Phipps for Andrea D’Alessandro and her large family
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Winter Mini Session at Phipps for Andrea D’Alessandro and her large family

Winter Mini sessions in the City.

Andrea D’Alessandro presented me with a special challenge that day: to photograph her extended family of fifteen. They did a great job of dressing in one style and the children were incredibly cooperative, so we had plenty of time to create a few of all family portraits, photos of just the kids, every family individually and even a fun time running around for the little ones.

And of course, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens are gorgeous in any weather and any season, even when the skies look menacing.

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Winter Mini Session at Phipps for Zach Reed and family
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Winter Mini Session at Phipps for Zach Reed and family

Winter Mini sessions in the City.

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens look gorgeous in any weather and any season, even when the skies are threatening with rain any minute.

Love how Zach’s family played with the earth colors in their outfits. I personally have a weak spot for light dresses combined with cowboy boots. So fitting for winter and just gorgeous!

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Winter Mini Session for Victoria Detweiler and her new husband
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Winter Mini Session for Victoria Detweiler and her new husband

Winter mini sessions.

Victoria Detweiler booked a session for all her extended family but it was so cold that day that the rest of the siblings chickened out.

I always say that the brave and stoic get it all. Victoria’s session turned into a romantic shoot with her new husband who went along with any idea I came up with on how he could say “I love you” to his young bride in a silent photograph.

I wish all the happiness in the world to this sweet and beautiful couple.

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