Trudy B: The Strip District Pittsburgh Senior Photos

For as much as I love nature and historical architecture, Trudy’s colorful, gritty Pittsburgh senior session was a breath of fresh air that my little artistic heart needed!

Trudy’s only request for her photos was that there was “no nature” - and while we might’ve had some potted plants and alley weeds in her photos, I think we were able to hit the mark with her choice of location! The great thing about the Strip District is that there are lots of interesting spots to work with within a short walking distance from the Terminal. Colorful steps, interesting brick alleyways, and then a short drive away… a gorgeous parking garage where you can see all of the Pittsburgh skyline!

And besides the location, Trudy was a total GEM to photograph! I had the pleasure of photographing her sister’s senior photos years ago (back in 2015, I think? Time flies!), and their family as well! What a blessing it is to be able to work with families throughout the years and to see how they grow and change!

Laura K: Camp Kon-O-Kwee Senior Photos

When you grow up at camp, it only makes sense to have your senior photos taken there!

YMCA Camp Kon-O-Kwee Spencer was the perfect backdrop for Laura's senior photos! We had the true camp experience with insane heat + humidity, bugs, and learning all about plants that have the ability to latch onto your body and sting you over and over (almost from experience, until Laura saved the day). Even with all of that, we truly had the BEST time hanging out with this super fun senior!

Congratulations again on your senior year, Laura! You are a gem and it was such a pleasure to celebrate you!

Sophie H: Succop Nature Park Senior Photos

Miss Sophie is a Mars senior who plans to pursue nursing post-high school. She is currently a lifeguard (at the same exact place I worked at in high school!!! ) and is just a sweetheart all around. We had so much fun exploring Succop Nature Park - Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania during her senior session!

Congratulations on your senior year, Sophie!

Josh K: Mellon Park Senior Photos

A few favorites from Josh’s senior session at Mellon Park just a few weeks ago! Josh is a rising senior at Pine Richland who plays soccer and loves Chipotle… and has some great style! The blue suit and floral tie combo never gets old.

Congratulations on your senior year, Josh!

Emily W: Mellon Park Senior Photos

What an absolute joy it was to take Emily’s senior photos at Mellon Park just a few weeks ago! We had the most beautiful evening with so much creamy dreamy light - Emily, congratulations on your senior year, and thank you so much for the honor of taking these photos for you! ❤️

Jeremiah H: Pine Richland Senior Photos

Jeremiah, Pine Richland Class of 2022 - future Duke football player, business major, and an all around great guy! And of course, we had to incorporate the new pup (Bentley!) into his photos... and his family!

So thankful to have gotten to spend an evening with this great, easy going family! Congratulations on your senior year, Jeremiah!

Lila Z: Golden Hour Mellon Park Senior Photos

Mellon Park at golden hour is a magical place to behold.

And Lila was an absolute gem to photograph during her senior photo session! She came dressed to kill, and was a natural in front of the camera. She is simply lovely inside and out!

Congratulations on your senior year, Lila!

Heidi W: Hartwood Acres Mansion Senior Photos

This was such a fun session because it was so unique - and so personalized to Heidi! I had the pleasure of taking Heidi’s sister’s senior photos a few years back, and was so excited to get to work with such a sweet family again!

Heidi brought two ballgown/prom style dresses to her senior session - a beautiful lilac one, and a sleek black one! They were absolutely GORGEOUS against the Hartwood Acres Mansion backdrop. We also incorporated her car into her photos, which was so fun! There are so many different angles you can get (from a photo perspective!) with just one vehicle.

As we were taking photos, little girls stopped and stared at the “princess” that was walking by. It happened so many times - and was so, so sweet!

All in all, it was a beautiful & fun evening that really got my creative juices flowing! Heidi, congratulations on your senior year, and thank you so much for the honor of celebrating this next season of your life!

Madison P: Sunrise Mellon Park Senior Photos

Sunrise senior sessions have always, and forever will be, a favorite of mine.

Madison’s session was supposed to take place on a Friday evening at Mellon Park, but when the forecast called for rain, we chatted and switched our start time to a morning timeframe instead. And even though it was early… really REALLY early, we beat the rain, got some beautiful light, and had Mellon Park almost completely to ourselves (except for a few joggers and dog walkers!). Mellon Park is typically super busy in the evenings, so it was a fun treat to be able to have allllll of the spots to ourselves! ;)

And what a blessing it was to spend the morning with this lovely lady! Madison is a 2021 senior who is planning on pursuing pre-med post-high school graduation! She loves her pups - so of course, we had to incorporate them both into her photos. She was a pro in front of the camera and a true joy to photograph. We laughed so much (maybe that was the tired delirium setting in! ;) ), which made for some super fun and relaxed shots!

Congratulations on your senior year, Madison! I am so thankful to have been able to celebrate this season with you!

Alex M: Succop Nature Park Senior Photos

Succop Nature Park may be becoming a new favorite spot of mine for senior photos! There are SO MANY great spots to use - a beautifully lit wooded/grassy area, piles of logs, a newly renovated barn, a willow tree and pond… the possibilities are endless! And for a one hour senior session, it can be so helpful to choose a location that has so much variety within such a short walking distance.

Another perk of this location specifically for Alex is that it is right down the road from his family farm! Yes, his family has a sweetcorn farm that the whole family helps out with. Isn’t that amazing? How many high school seniors in the year of 2021 can say that they help out on the family farm?!

In addition to helping out on the farm, Alex is very involved at his church, where he plays guitar and sings. He also has a plethora of other activities he’s involved in at school (honestly - so many that I can’t even remember them all! 😂 Sorry, Alex!!)

When I chat with seniors during their session, I’m always reminded of what a busy time of life the last year of high school is - and, in turn, I’m always thankful to give the seniors (and their parents!) the opportunity to slow down for even a short period of time to reflect on the significance of this season, and the significance of the new season ahead.

I am honored to be the one who was able to capture the significance of this season for you, Alex! Congratulations on your senior year!