Spring Hartwood Acres Engagement Family Photos

Oh my oh my! I am so excited to be sharing these photos of this sweet family of three from our session on a beautiful spring evening at the one and only Hartwood Acres Mansion!

We had the pleasure of meeting Elizabeth & Robert a little less than a year ago when they moved to Pittsburgh from Virginia. They were looking for a new church community to be a part of, and started coming to ours! Elizabeth was pregnant at the time with little Abel, and now here he is... just under two months old!

It has been a joy and a privilege to get to know (and photograph) these three!

Pittsburgh Lifestyle Newborn Photos

Meet sweet Miss Eleanor!

I met Megan & Richard quite a few years ago, after they had gotten engaged to be married! I photographed their engagement session and their wedding day (in 2019), and I was super honored when they asked me if I would consider photographing their family as they transitioned to a family of three.

In the past, I've (frankly) turned away newborn sessions. If I'm being honest... it's because they scared me! Before having my own baby, I wasn't much of a "baby person" (as they say ). But after having my own and experiencing the newborn phase for myself... I softened to it. And I recognize that it is such a special, joyful, difficult, and emotionally charged time for families.

After Taylor Elizabeth Photography took our own in home newborn family photos in January of 2023 and recognized the gift those photos were to us, I found myself wanting to be able to do the same for other families.

So, truly - this family was a joy to photograph. They welcomed me into their home and we were able to capture some precious moments while Eleanor was still just a few weeks old!

Of course, the pups wanted to be involved in the photos… and of course we wanted to involve them! They are a part of the family, too ❤️

Besides the adorable onesie and adorable crib sheets, Megan & Richard included a special pillow that they had purchased on their honeymoon, specifically for the purpose of putting in their future child’s nursery. So of course… it had to be in a few photos ❤️

I hope to photograph more in home newborn sessions in 2024, so if you are in need of some, please reach out!

Thank you, Megan, Richard, and Eleanor, for letting me capture these snippets of life for you!

Pittsburgh Family Photos

I had such a great time photographing this family of eight!

Mom chose their new home to be the backdrop for their yearly family photos - a beautiful, personal, and meaningful spot! (Also perfect for a cold day - everyone was able to hop into the house to warm up, then come back outside!).

Because they have all been taking yearly photos for so long, they were all pros and made my job so easy.

Congrats to this sweet family on their new home!

Point State Park Family Photos

Last year, I photographed my last covid reschedule wedding in my third trimester of pregnancy (click here to see it!)

My couple (Jen & Brandon) had already tied the knot the previous year in a small ceremony and had decided to still move forward with their big reception... even after they had found out they were expecting! So I had the joy of photographing one of my couples while they were expecting, while we were also expecting. It was such a sweet connection!

Fast forward to this year. This couple asked me to photograph them with their sweet baby Arabella, who will be one in February! They chose a location that is personal to them - Point State Park. They lived right near there and frequented the park before moving elsewhere.

And even though it was cold... Arabella was SO compliant and we had the best time exploring the park together!

We found the most beautiful red bushes that added a gorgeous pop of color to the winter scene. Although, I’m a firm believer that the city looks beautiful during any and all seasons!

Jen & Brandon - thank you for the honor of getting to photograph your sweet family. So thankful for you three!

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Historic Harmony Family Photos

A few days ago I had my very last session of the year! (For now ;) ) And it was with a really special family in one of my favorite spots!

This family moved a few years ago from Texas - away from their home state and families - up to PA to help plant New Horizon Church. We have had the privilege of getting to do life with them over the past several years and love them dearly! And since their family has grown by a whole member since they first came to PA, it was time for some updated photos!

And even better... Grandma just so happened to be in town, so she got to jump in for a few photos, too!

Historic Harmony Family Photos

'Tis the season for family photos!

I loved photographing this family of three (almost four!) in celebration of this season that's coming down the pike for them! They chose one of my favorite spots... Historic Harmony! And it was all decorated for Christmas, which made it all the more fun!

Congratulations to this sweet family on their soon-to-be extra addition!

Beaver In Home Lifestyle Family Photos

The sweetest in home family session to celebrate one year of life for little Ezra!

We had the pleasure of getting to be neighbors with this sweet family until just about a month ago, when they moved to another part of town! So of course, it was a joy to see them in a beautiful new space. Even though we were sad to see them go!

In home sessions can be a great way to get some photos of the fam in the comfort of your own space, away from the cold! Ezra stayed happy and content in a space he was familiar with, which made things easier for mom & dad!

An in home session can be a great option for the colder months here in Pittsburgh. Enjoy a few of my favorites from their session!

Frick Park Family Photos

I am always excited when I’m asked to take photos around Frick Park/the Frick Museum in Pittsburgh. It is such a beautiful area of Pittsburgh that I don’t always have an excuse to visit… so getting to work there is always exciting!

And it just so happens that I have gotten to photograph this couple twice in this beautiful location that is oh-so special to them!

I took Petra & Kevin’s engagement photos back in 2020 in these very locations - and three years and one baby later, I was so excited to be back here again with them! With plans to possibly move out of state, they wanted to document - one more time - how special this spot is to them.

It was such a pleasure to get to photograph this sweet family. Enjoy a few of my favorite images from their session below!

Zelienople Family Photos

This session was a joy for so many reasons!

I first met Sam and Anthony back in 2017 after they had recently gotten engaged. I took their engagement photos that year, and then photographed their wedding in 2018 (click here to see!). This year, I had the privilege of photographing them as a family of four during peak fall on the Historic Harmony trail… one of my favorite locations in the fall!

It is always an honor and privilege to get to photograph growing families over the years. Thank you so much to Sam & Anthony for letting me photograph this season of life for you!

Hartwood Acres Mansion Mini Family Photo Session

You may recognize one of the faces in this family from a blog post a few weeks ago (see it here!). In addition to photographing Alexis’s senior photos, I had the pleasure of photographing her with her family. For seniors booking a session with me, it is always fun to add a family “mini” session on for some updated portraits of the whole family together! And this family did a great job in front of the camera!